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

Assembly committee hearing devolves into chaos

Posted May 8, 2025 • 00:51:33

Here's your local news for Thursday, May 8, 2025:

We share an inside look into this afternoon's state budget meeting,
Outline what...

Wisconsin lawmakers gear up for state budget process

Posted May 7, 2025 • 00:47:08

Here's your local news for Wednesday, May 7, 2025:

We hear how UW-Madison student activists are faring, one year after the Gaza solidarity...

Mother Fool’s crash renews calls for action

Posted May 6, 2025 • 00:48:42

Here's your local news for Tuesday, May 6, 2025:

We visit a Willy Street business just days after a vehicle collided with their storefront,
Learn...

Hundreds join "Day Without Immigrants" rally in Madison

Posted May 5, 2025 • 00:50:24

Here's your local news for Monday, May 5, 2025:

We head to downtown Madison for this year's Day Without Immigrants march,
Learn how...

It's May Day! May Day!

Posted May 1, 2025 • 00:49:25

Here's your local news for Thursday, May 1—

Local utilities are requesting rate increases,
A donation helps Wisconsin...