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

Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 5

Posted February 12, 2025 • 00:36:57

Continuing our spring election coverage, we turn to Common Council District 5 on Madison’s near west side.

Incumbent alder Regina...

Madison Landmarks Commission green lights change to demolitions code

Posted February 11, 2025 • 00:48:44

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 11, 2025:

We share an inside look into yesterday's Landmarks Commission meeting,
Sit...

Dane County’s pick for Human Services director declines job

Posted February 10, 2025 • 00:48:45

Here's your local news for Monday, February 10, 2025:

We outline Dane County leaders' dueling press releases last week on the search for...

Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 4

Posted February 7, 2025 • 00:46:46

Continuing our spring election coverage, we turn to Common Council District 4 in downtown Madison.

Incumbent alder Mike Verveer faces...

City planners make strides on long-awaited, downtown development

Posted February 6, 2025 • 00:49:25

Here's your local news for Thursday, February 6, 2025:

We share an update on the Brayton Lot development project,
Interview a candidate...