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New Jail Price Tag Rises Once Again

Posted May 18, 202200:49:16

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, May 18.

  • A new report details how schools across the state have spent federal pandemic aid,
  • Inflation...

Stores Struggle To Find Baby Formula Amidst Shortage

Posted May 17, 202200:48:19

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, May 17.

  • UW Madison introduces its new chancellor, and Republican lawmakers are not happy,
  • We...

City To Offer Loans To Homeowners To Help Build Granny Flats

Posted May 16, 202200:49:58

This is your WORT local news for Monday, May 16.

  • The city is offering homeowners loans to help build “granny flats” around Madison,
  • Indigenous...

Staying Cool At Madison Public Parks

Posted May 12, 202200:48:06

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, May 12.

  • Madison resident’s get out and enjoy the heatwave hitting the state,
  • The Madison...

Federal Judges Block Cardinal Hickory Creek From Crossing Wildlife Refuge

Posted May 11, 202200:50:54

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, May 11.

  • The Madison Common Council discuss trains, golf courses, medians, and more at last night’s...