WORT Local News

Breaking news and feature stories straight from the WORT News team’s underground lair in Madison, Wisconsin. New episodes every Monday through Thursday at 7:30 PM. Also available live on 89.9 FM from 6:00-7:00 PM and online anytime at WORTFM.org.

Recent Episodes

Responding to ICE fears, MPD rolls out new vehicle and staff markings

Posted February 24, 2026 • 00:49:26

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 24, 2026:

We'll learn how to tell the difference between Madison police officers and ICE,
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Monona community celebrates winter, Ho-Chunk history

Posted February 23, 2026 • 00:50:47

Here's your local news for Monday, February 23, 2026:

We join the Fire & Wonder Winter Gathering at San Damiano Park,
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New report touts Dane County Regional Airport's economic impact

Posted February 19, 2026 • 00:49:35

Here's your local news for Thursday, February 19, 2026:

We outline the Dane County Regional Airport's economic benefits and environmental...

Governor Evers declares 2026 "Year of the Neighbor"

Posted February 18, 2026 • 00:51:00

Here's your local news for Wednesday, February 18, 2026:

We share the key takeaways from Governor Evers' final State of the State address,
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Vos, LeMahieu close ranks on tax relief package

Posted February 17, 2026 • 00:51:35

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 17, 2026:

We detail GOP leaders' latest pitch to spend down the surplus, after weeks of negotiations...