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

Dane County Bars Contracting With Agencies Enforcing Abortion Ban

Posted September 26, 2022 • 00:33:03

This is your WORT local news for Monday, September 26.

Dane County moves to ban contracts between the county and any agency that enforces...

Officer Who Shot Quadren Wilson Charged

Posted September 22, 2022 • 00:30:22

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, September 22.

One of the officers who shot Quadren Wilson has been charged with a felony,
A...

Evers Calls For Special Session To Bring Binding Referendums To Wisconsin

Posted September 21, 2022 • 00:34:06

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, September 21.

Governor Tony Evers calls for a special session to allow voters to repeal laws...

Alder Gary Halverson Resigns From Council

Posted September 20, 2022 • 00:35:03

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, September 20.

A Madison alder resigns after his name was found on the membership rolls of a far-right...

Republican Candidates Call For Madison To Abandon Tear Gas Ban

Posted September 19, 2022 • 00:38:26

This is your WORT local news for Monday, September 19.

Republicans call for the city council to abandon their efforts to ban tear gas in...