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

Interfaith leaders hold vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance

Posted November 21, 2024 • 00:49:09

Here's your local news for Thursday, November 21, 2024:

We learn how excessive heat and aging facilities affect incarcerated people in Wisconsin,
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Madison Police Department releases report on body camera pilot program

Posted November 20, 2024 • 00:51:31

Here's your local news for Wednesday, November 20, 2024:

We take a look at a new report on Madison's body-worn camera trial run,
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State Street pedestrian mall popular, report finds, but with "near daily vehicle strikes"

Posted November 19, 2024 • 00:48:10

Here's your local news for Tuesday, November 19, 2024:

We find out if Madisonians "flocked to State" this summer,
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Madison alder Charles Myadze fields more accusations

Posted November 18, 2024 • 00:50:24

Here's your local news for Monday, November 18, 2024:

We share the details on an investigation of three sexual harassment complaints against...

State Law Interferes with Crane Deterence

Posted November 14, 2024 •

Here's your local news for Thursday, November 14, 2024:

We look at how crane hunting is legally tied to the best deterrence for crop damage,
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