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

Some say "no way" to Sauk Creek Greenway

Posted November 17, 2022 • 00:50:37

Here's your local news for Thursday, November 17:

As the city concludes its budget process, some residents remain concerned...

RSV Cases On The Rise Across Wisconsin

Posted November 16, 2022 • 00:49:41

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, November 16.

Madison budget negotiations continue tonight - we find out what didn’t make it...

DNR Drafts First Plan In Decades On Wolf Management

Posted November 15, 2022 • 00:48:37

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, November 15.

The D-N-R issues its first plan in 25 years for managing wolves…
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Alders Propose Amendment To Help Madison Public Market

Posted November 14, 2022 • 00:49:34

This is your WORT local news for Monday, November 14.

Budget deliberations are set to begin, and the Madison Public Market is looking for...

Gloria Reyes Announces Candidacy For Madison Mayor

Posted November 10, 2022 • 00:49:40

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, November 10.

We look ahead to the local election cycle next spring, as Gloria Reyes announces...