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 blues venue loses alcohol license

Posted June 4, 2025 • 00:50:11

Here's your local news for Wednesday, June 4, 2025:

We hear state Democrats' plan to protect Wisconsinites from federal funding cuts,
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State Democrats reintroduce gun regulations in “Safe Summer” package

Posted June 3, 2025 • 00:49:29

Here's your local news for Tuesday, June 3, 2025:

We get the details on the gun safety package state Democrats introduced today,
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Meriter nurses celebrate new contract, end strike

Posted June 2, 2025 • 00:49:47

Here's your local news for Monday, June 2, 2025:

We cover the conclusion of the nurses strike at Meriter hospital,
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Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus introduces 2025 Equality Agenda

Posted May 29, 2025 • 00:48:44

Here's your local news for Thursday, May 29, 2025:

We outline the spate of proposals in the 2025 Equality Agenda,
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City staff explain local impacts of federal grant freezes, federal budget bill

Posted May 28, 2025 • 00:47:50

Here's your local news for Wednesday, May 28, 2025:

We hear the potential, local impacts of the Republican budget bill making its way through...