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

Three Wisconsin Coal Power Plants To Close Years Later Than Anticipated

Posted June 23, 2022 • 00:50:18

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, June 23.

Two Wisconsin energy companies double back on their promise to close their coal power...

Special Session On Abortion Lasts Only 14 Seconds

Posted June 22, 2022 • 00:50:07

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, June 22.

A busy day at the state capitol, as state lawmakers hold a special session to decide...

City Launches New Guaranteed Income Pilot Program

Posted June 21, 2022 • 00:47:19

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, June 21.

UW students hold a rally to call out anti-Asian hate on campus,
Musicians gather...

A Look Inside The Outdated Dane County Jail

Posted June 20, 2022 • 00:48:02

This is your WORT local news for Monday, June 20.

Madison comes out to celebrate Juneteenth, even as the state trails in formally recognizing...

Dane County Sues DNR Over PFAS Regulations For Storm Water Permit

Posted June 16, 2022 • 00:49:41

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, June 16.

Dane County sues the state over PFAS testing,
UW-Madison students organize...