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

Governor Evers proposes sweeping prison reform plan

Posted February 18, 2025 • 00:47:01

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 18, 2025:

We get the details on Governor Evers' plan to revamp the state prison system,
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"Not My President's Day" protest comes to Madison

Posted February 17, 2025 • 00:49:07

Here's your local news for Monday, February 17, 2025:

We brave the cold to hear from folks at the "Not My President's Day" protest,
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Proposed Madison charter awaits school board approval

Posted February 13, 2025 • 00:49:30

Here's your local news for Thursday, February 13, 2025:

We share the details on a career-oriented charter awaiting approval from the Madison...

Reach Dane Head Start grapples with federal funding uncertainty

Posted February 12, 2025 • 00:51:26

Here's your local news for Wednesday, February 12, 2025:

We find out how La Crosse urban planners are promoting "granny flats,"
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Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 5

Posted February 12, 2025 • 00:36:57

Continuing our spring election coverage, we turn to Common Council District 5 on Madison’s near west side.

Incumbent alder Regina...