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

Family, Friends Of Tony Robinson Remember His Life Eight Years Later

Posted March 7, 2023 • 00:34:33

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, March 7.

Family and friends of Tony Robinson remember his life eight years after he was shot and...

City to Vote on Joining Class-Action Lawsuit Against Kia and Hyundai

Posted March 6, 2023 • 00:29:31

This is your WORT local news for Monday, March 6.

The city of Madison debates entering a nationwide lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai,
Wisconsin...

Bread And Roses – Madison Sourdough Workers File To Unionize

Posted March 2, 2023 • 00:35:26

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, March 2.

Employees at a Madison bakery file with the National Labor Relations Board for a union...

Council Allows More Unrelated Renters To Live Together

Posted March 1, 2023 • 00:35:29

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, March 1.

The Common Council approves a change to city zoning code to allow more unrelated renters...

Mayoral Candidates Go Head-To-Head On Housing, Debt Levels

Posted February 28, 2023 • 00:34:45

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, February 28.

A new city of Madison program looks to help low-income residents pay part of their...