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

Trump-ordered refiring of Michigan coal plant comes at a cost for Wisconsinites

Posted August 21, 2025 • 00:48:40

Here's your local news for Thursday, August 21, 2025:

We find out why the Trump regime's order extending the life of a Michigan coal plant...

Wisconsin Democrats propose back-to-school sales tax holiday

Posted August 20, 2025 • 00:48:33

Here's your local news for Wednesday, August 20, 2025:

We get the details on a bill that state Democrats say would help families with back-to-school...

Senator Tammy Baldwin fights to maintain federal education funding

Posted August 19, 2025 • 00:47:31

Here's your local news for Tuesday, August 19, 2025:

We learn how Senator Tammy Baldwin is fighting back against the Trump regime's bid to...

Madison City Clerk must change election processes, state officials order

Posted August 18, 2025 • 00:49:38

Here's your local news for Monday, August 18, 2025:

We'll find out how the Madison Clerk's Office has to change its election processes following...

City transportation leaders weigh traffic safety measures on Willy Street

Posted August 14, 2025 • 00:48:41

Here's your local news for Thursday, August 14, 2025:

We find out why reducing Willy Street to two lanes could improve traffic safety on...