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“What’s Good For Birds Is Good For Wisconsin,” Judge Rules Madison Ordinance Requiring Bird-Safe Glass Is Legal

Posted August 16, 202200:48:00

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, August 16.

  • A Dane County judge rules Madison’s ordinance requiring bird-safe glass can stand…
  • A...

Of lilacs and Macbeth

Posted August 15, 202200:48:33

Here's what's on your local news for August 15, 2022:


  • The mayor quotes Macbeth to celebrate the end of a long-running...

What To Know About Monkeypox In Madison

Posted August 11, 202200:47:43

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, August 11.

  • We get an update on the current state of Monkeypox here in Dane County,
  • We...

Tim Michels Wins Republican Primary, Solidifying Trump’s Influence In Wisconsin

Posted August 10, 202200:49:24

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, August 10.

  • We recap last night’s primary election - which saw Tim Michels take home the Republican...

Talking With The Voters: 2022 Fall Primary

Posted August 9, 202200:48:26

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, August 9.

  • We head to the polls to talk with voters about today’s primary…
  • We speak...