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

GHC members side with employees, support unionization

Posted October 15, 2025 • 00:48:50

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 15, 2025:

We outline today's debate over a Republican bill that would put a cap on UW's annual...

State Senate holds first floor session since July

Posted October 14, 2025 • 00:46:36

Here's your local news for Tuesday, October 14, 2025:

We hear from party leaders on both sides of the aisle ahead of the state Senate's long-awaited...

Wisconsin Representatives advocate for the rights of nature on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Posted October 13, 2025 • 00:51:30

Here's your local news for Monday, October 13, 2025:

We find out why the state Assembly is centering environmental protections this Indigenous...

John Nolen Drive reconstruction kicks off Monday

Posted October 9, 2025 • 00:50:54

Here's your local news for Thursday, October 9, 2025:

We outline what to expect when construction begins next week on one of Madison's busiest...

Amid shutdown, Wisconsin Dems emphasize a wobbling health care system

Posted October 8, 2025 • 00:50:57

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 8, 2025:

We hear what's at stake if Congress fails to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits,
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