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

Fundraiser attracts crowds of supporters after ICE detains Madison restaurant owner

Posted February 16, 2026 • 00:51:20

Here's your local news for Monday, February 16, 2026:

We head to Señor Machetes for a fundraiser supporting co-owner Noel Quintana, who...

Protesters, state Democrats join data center day of action

Posted February 12, 2026 • 00:49:36

Here's your local news for Thursday, February 12, 2026:

We head to the state Capitol for a rally demanding a statewide moratorium on data...

Lawsuit challenging race-conscious financial aid heads to oral argument

Posted February 11, 2026 • 00:51:15

Here's your local news for Wednesday, February 11, 2026:

We detail today's legal back and forth over a grant program that helps students...

2026 State of the Tribes Address spotlights education, health care funding

Posted February 10, 2026 • 00:48:58

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 10, 2026:

We detail the goings-on today in the state Capitol, including key takeaways from this...

Madison tests election equipment ahead of spring primary

Posted February 9, 2026 • 00:51:15

Here's your local news for Monday, February 9, 2026:

We get an inside look at the city of Madison's routine election equipment test,
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