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Syed Abbas Resigns From Common Council

Posted December 7, 202200:51:01

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, December 7.

  • Wisconsin farmers are looking for support for cover crops,
  • Youth organizations...

Jan. 6 Special Counsel Subpoenas Dane County Clerk’s Office

Posted December 6, 202200:48:32

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, December 6.

  • The US DOJ has subpoenaed the Dane County Clerk's office, 
  • 'Tis the season...

City Wants Public Input On Amtrak Station Study

Posted December 5, 202200:48:22

This is your WORT local news for Monday, December 5.

  • The county health department releases a report showing no elevated risk of lead poisoning...

Inflation Drives Food Shortages – Foodbanks Are Feeling It Too

Posted December 1, 202200:45:54

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, December 1.

  • Area food banks are in need of help ahead of the holiday season,
  • Madison’s...

U.S. Senate Passes Law Respecting Same-Sex Marriage

Posted December 1, 202200:46:58

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, November 30.

  • Madison Police provide an update on yesterday’s State Street shooting,
  • Tammy...