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

DeForest data center petition hits snag

Posted January 7, 2026 • 00:50:20

Here's your local news for Wednesday, January 7, 2026:

We find out why the DeForest village board decided not to take action Tuesday on a...

MMSD receives $1.9 million federal grant to train school psychologists

Posted January 6, 2026 • 00:49:19

Here's your local news for Tuesday, January 6, 2026:

We find out how a new federal grant could help MMSD expand mental health services for...

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan resigns

Posted January 5, 2026 • 00:49:47

Here's your local news for Monday, January 5, 2026:

We share an update on embattled Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan,
Outline the tough...

Madison's interim police monitor hits the ground running

Posted December 18, 2025 • 00:49:39

Here's your local news for Thursday, December 18, 2025:

We detail the interim independent monitor's priority list for police oversight efforts...

City staff highlight strategies to improve lake health

Posted December 17, 2025 • 00:50:35

Here's your local news for Wednesday, December 17, 2025:

We outline the key takeaways from the city of Madison's "Love Our Lakes" discussion...