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

Madison officials answer budget questions at a tense public meeting

Posted June 12, 2025 • 00:49:37

Here's your local news for Thursday, June 12, 2025:

We share an inside look into yesterday's tense budget listening session on Madison's...

Housing package seeks to expand options in Madison

Posted June 11, 2025 • 00:48:33

Here's your local news for Wednesday, June 11, 2025:

We share the details on some new proposals that seek to expand housing options in Madison,
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ACLU of Wisconsin backs lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s congressional maps

Posted June 10, 2025 • 00:46:57

Here's your local news for Tuesday, June 10, 2025:

We have the latest on the budget back and forth at the state Capitol,
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Federal budget bill targets Planned Parenthood

Posted June 9, 2025 • 00:49:58

Here's your local news for Monday, June 9, 2025:

We hear from state party leaders as they prepare for the 2026 midterms,
Outline...

Governor Evers, GOP leaders reach impasse on state budget

Posted June 5, 2025 • 00:49:25

Here's your local news for Thursday, June 5, 2025:

We hear what top Democrats and Republicans have to say about the stalled budget negotiations,
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