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

About that East High news... (plus the city budget, and Ron Johnson protest)

Posted November 10, 2021 • 00:52:14

Here's your local news for Wednesday, November 10, 2021:

We get an update on the City of Madison's budget during ongoing deliberations,...

Madison Alders Warns That UW Health Has Launched An Anti-Union Campaign Against Nurses.

Posted November 9, 2021 •

Here's your WORT Local News for Tuesday November 9th, 2021.Two Madison alders condemn UW Health’s stance toward a unionization campaign, COVID-19...

A Transportation-Funding Themed Episode!

Posted November 8, 2021 • 00:49:02

Here's your WORT Local News for Monday, November 8th:

Bus rapid transit funding could hit a potential snag during budget week;
A...

Protesters Push For Federal Immigration Reform

Posted November 4, 2021 • 00:48:15

Here's your WORT Local News for Thursday, November 4th, 2021: Immigrants’ Rights activists demand action from federal Democrats, a team of divers...

Indigenous Group Calls For Investigation Into Abuse At Residential Schools

Posted November 2, 2021 • 00:49:25

Here's your WORT Local News for Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021: The People’s Maps Commission releases its final redistricting recommendations, Menominee...