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

ACLU of Wisconsin raises alarm on ICE detention in county jails

Posted July 29, 2025 • 00:48:54

Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 29, 2025:

We get the details on Madison's mid-year budget outlook,
Outline some of the city's...

Wisconsin lawmaker renews push to address violence against Black women

Posted July 28, 2025 • 00:49:30

Here's your local news for Monday, July 28, 2025:

We share an update on Rep. Shelia Stubbs' fight to establish a statewide task force on...

Governor Tony Evers not seeking re-election in 2026

Posted July 24, 2025 • 00:51:29

Here's your local news for Thursday, July 24, 2025:

We share a big update on the 2026 gubernatorial race,
Get the details on Marquette...

Senator Tammy Baldwin introduces legislation to lower household costs

Posted July 23, 2025 • 00:50:48

Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 23, 2025:

We hear Senator Baldwin's plan to lower the cost of housing, child care, and household...

"20 is Plenty" officially launches in Madison

Posted July 22, 2025 • 00:47:28

Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 22, 2025:

We detail the city's latest "Vision Zero" rollout,
Learn how Madison is using...