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

Justice and accountability for Kevin Price

Posted December 30, 2024 • 00:50:50

On August 12th, 2024, Kevin Price made a call for help.

But instead of getting help, Price was shot by a Fitchburg police officer....

ALCS shooting reignites focus on school safety

Posted December 19, 2024 • 00:50:32

Here's your local news for Thursday, December 19, 2024:

We talk school safety measures,
Hear Speaker Vos' priorities for the next...

Madison gathers in community to mourn shooting victims

Posted December 18, 2024 • 00:48:59

Here's your local news for Wednesday, December 18, 2024:

We attend a vigil mourning the victims of the ALCS shooting,
Sit down with...

Mayor calls for privacy of ALCS shooting victims

Posted December 17, 2024 • 00:47:43

Here's your local news for Tuesday, December 17, 2024:

We share the latest updates on yesterday's school shooting in Madison,
Ask...

3 dead, at least 6 injured after school shooting Monday morning

Posted December 16, 2024 • 00:48:17

Here's your local news for Monday, December 16, 2024:

We have the latest information on a school shooting this morning in Madison,
Check...