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

Wisconsin Democrats want to overturn "Citizens United"

Posted April 14, 2025 • 00:50:50

Here's your local news for Monday, April 14, 2025:

We hear prison reform advocates' key goals for this spring,
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Incumbent alder John Guequierre retains seat following recount

Posted April 10, 2025 • 00:47:40

Here's your local news for Thursday, April 10, 2025:

We get the answer to another lingering question from last week's local election,
Hear...

Dane County farm-to-school programs at risk after federal funding cuts

Posted April 9, 2025 • 00:48:25

Here's your local news for Wednesday, April 9, 2025:

We check in on statewide and local food programs as they navigate federal funding cuts,
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Wisconsin nonprofits grapple with yet more federal funding cuts

Posted April 8, 2025 • 00:50:44

Here's your local news for Tuesday, April 8, 2025:

We get the answer to a lingering question from last Tuesday's local election,
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Madison joins nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against Trump administration

Posted April 7, 2025 • 00:48:48

Here's your local news for Monday, April 7, 2025:

We head to downtown Madison for this Saturday's "Hands Off!" protest,
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