Best WORT News Podcasts (2024)

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We Decide: Day Four, Live Coverage of the Democratic National Convention 3:54:28

11h ago3:54:28

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We round out a week's worth of reporting from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with an extra-special, four-hour broadcast featuring the speech from Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris herself. The theme for the night was "for our future,” and featured additional speeches from Gabrielle Giffords and her husband, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly,…

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Mel & Floyd - Fri, 23 Aug 2024 13:00:05 -0500 1:01:55

6h ago1:01:55

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Two wacky funny guys broadcast a hilarious blend of political commentary, weird news, and stand up comedy. Consistently Madison's top radio personalities in the Isthmus MadFaves reader poll.

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We Decide: Day Three, Live Coverage of the DNC 1:57:43

10h ago1:57:43

1:57:43

The theme of the third night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was "a fight for our freedoms," and featured speeches from former President Bill Clinton, transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, and a surprise appearance from Oprah. And Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz took to the stage for the biggest speech of his life. In keeping…

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College testimony comes with... 44:07

3h ago44:07

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Part 4 of Kds testimony.... he delivers what kept him from knowing God!By Kelly Doane

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We Decide: Day Two, Live Coverage of the Democratic National Convention 1:45:52

3d ago1:45:52

1:45:52

The theme of the second night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was “a bold vision for America’s future,” and featured speeches from Barack and Michelle Obama, Senator Bernie Sanders, Vice President Harris speaking in Milwaukee, and a symbolic roll call from each state and US territory. Co-anchors Jenna Flanagan and Chali Pittman spe…

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We Decide: Day One, Live Coverage of the Democratic National Convention 1:56:02

9h ago1:56:02

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The first day of the Democratic National Convention was labor heavy, featuring the heads of at least seven unions. We take we take up housing and labor issues facing the city of Chicago — and across the nation. Co-anchors Jenna Flanagan and Chali Pittman speak with local journalist Kari Lyderson about the Bring Chicago Home campaign, Chicago Teache…

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GPS - God Positional System? 10:26

3h ago10:26

10:26

I. This episode do you… think you know where your headed in life? Got it all figured out? Of coarse you don’t … none due. I. This episode we talk about how sometimes we think we know where we’re headed but when we’re stopped abruptly, what do we do.By Kelly Doane

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Expiris job cuts | Harley job moves | Madison worker for budget raise | Election analysis | AFT sues a student loan company 29:16

24h ago29:16

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Expiris in Milwaukee says its job cuts have nothing to do with the union drive, Harley in Milwaukee says its threatened job moves overseas have nothing to do with its union shop, an AFSCME Madison city worker testifies in support of putting a budget referendum on the November ballot, Nick Ramos of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign gives an analysis …

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Mel & Floyd - Fri, 16 Aug 2024 13:00:05 -0500 1:01:55

2h ago1:01:55

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Two wacky funny guys broadcast a hilarious blend of political commentary, weird news, and stand up comedy. Consistently Madison's top radio personalities in the Isthmus MadFaves reader poll.

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Madison's "Hippie Christmas" is in full swing 47:16

3h ago47:16

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Here's your local news for Thursday, August 15, 2024: We find out what to expect during this year's "Hippie Christmas," Get an update from the Coalition to March on the DNC, Learn how a new platform is trying to close economic gaps, Ask an election official how turnout is calculated, Explain why the digital age makes open records law more complicat…

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Ho-Chunk flag to fly outside City-County building in perpetuity 49:58

5h ago49:58

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Here's your local news for Wednesday, August 14, 2024: We hear the mayor's pitch for a property tax referendum, Check in with the Coalition to March on the DNC, Interview Ho-Chunk Nation President Jon Greendeer, Hear about life as a solar panel installer, Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves, Travel back in time to 1969, And m…

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Young And Dumb (My testimony part 2) 43:29

2h ago43:29

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In this Epsiode KD continues to dig into his past with you. Teen years are a struggle and we as adults forget... the small medium and large damage the way we were treaded effected us!By Kelly Doane

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Partisan primary “going smoothly so far,” says Meagan Wolfe 47:45

4h ago47:45

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Here's your local news for Tuesday, August 13, 2024: We'll recap today's partisan primary, Head to Madison polling places to hear what voters are thinking, Check in on Wisconsin's spending of federal COVID relief funding, Find out why voting advocates say today's referendums are 'undemocratic,' Visit a northside bakery, Celebrate barn swallows, And…

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“We have a right to make our voices heard,” says Coalition to March on the DNC 48:00

12d ago48:00

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Here's your local news for Monday, August 12, 2024: We check in on this year's Black Restaurant Week, Find out why environmental advocates are campaigning against tomorrow's voter referendums, Get the latest updates from the Coalition to March on the DNC, Investigate the new federal guidelines for dairy consumption, Revisit one of the largest strik…

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He’s still moving in 2024 10:56

8d ago10:56

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In this episode, KD gets the question asked I don’t see God moving in 2024 is he truly moving? We reveal some quick signs in this faith break on how God is moving and how he’ll move in your life if you let them.By Kelly Doane

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SCFL endorsements | Nurses and family leave | Rally for Democracy | Health care apprenticeships | NEA staff union fight 28:24

4d ago28:24

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The president of the South Central Federation of Labor-AFL-CIO talks endorsements and urges against the constitutional cahnges on Tuesday's ballot, UW Health nurses demand better family leave, a Rally for Democracy in Madison includes calls for working people, a health care apprenticeship program gets funding in South Central Wisconsin, and the sta…

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Mel & Floyd - Fri, 09 Aug 2024 13:00:06 -0500 1:01:54

4d ago1:01:54

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Two wacky funny guys broadcast a hilarious blend of political commentary, weird news, and stand up comedy. Consistently Madison's top radio personalities in the Isthmus MadFaves reader poll.

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Four Assembly candidates scrutinize fifth Dem in AD 48 race 49:10

4d ago49:10

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Here's your local news for Thursday, August 8, 2024: We investigate yesterday's joint statement from four AD 48 candidates, Learn how Science Moms talks about climate change, Take a closer look at the voter referendums on next Tuesday's ballot, Discuss the challenges of the foster care system, Learn the value of an energy audit, Celebrate Hippie Ch…

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Harris and Trump neck-and-neck in Wisconsin 49:32

13d ago49:32

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Here's your local news for Wednesday, August 7, 2024: We check out Marquette Law School's new polling results, Attend the Harris-Walz rally in Eau Claire, Find out how Henry Vilas Zoo is protecting local songbirds, Get the latest on the lawsuits against Wisconsin's DOC, Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves, Travel back in time…

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My Story: "Just Like You" 37:00

6d ago37:00

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The whole month of August is dedicated to KDs Testimony! Its his Bday month and he wants to give ou the gift of testimony. A former radio dj,comedian and actor using his talents now for God! A story of hurt, pain, romance, glory and victory! You dont want to miss this month on Lets get biblica w KD! Check out LETS GET BIBLICAL WITH KD on DISCORD!…

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Madison's ballot drop boxes are back in business 49:50

9d ago49:50

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Here's your local news for Tuesday, August 6, 2024: We attend the grand re-opening of Madison's ballot drop boxes, Get the details on a new eviction "heatmap," Find out why advocates say Wisconsin needs to shut down its oldest prisons, Interview both candidates running to represent District 80 in the state Assembly, Air a mid-summer update from the…

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Madison bus riders share opinions on new routes 45:05

7d ago45:05

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Here's your local news for Monday, August 5, 2024: We'll hear what Madison bus riders have to say about the new routes, Get Wisconsin's latest income inequality stats, Look ahead to the 2026 race for governor, Discuss misleading cheese labels, Remember Nixon's infamous downfall, Take a closer look at a popular cocktail, Review two new features, And…

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Faith Break: Worry Worts are we? 5:01

8d ago5:01

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In this day and age with so much going on, it’s easy for us to worry. So how do we handle the aspects of worrying find out in this faith break and let’s get biblical with KDBy Kelly Doane

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Poor Peoples Campaign in Madison | Unions on Palestine | UFT, ALU elections | Disney contract | Game company organizing | Heat rule | Civil rights 1964 29:01

11d ago29:01

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The Poor Peoples Campaign has an upcoming march and a meeting in Madison, Madison-area union members in the APWU and UE speak on their unions signing a letter to President Biden demanding an arms cutoff of Israel, new slates win elections at the United Federation of Teachers and at the Amazon Labor Union, Disney workers get a contract soon after a …

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Mel & Floyd - Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:00:05 -0500 1:01:55

11d ago1:01:55

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Two wacky funny guys broadcast a hilarious blend of political commentary, weird news, and stand up comedy. Consistently Madison's top radio personalities in the Isthmus MadFaves reader poll.

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"Wisconsin's first comic shop" still going strong 48:36

11d ago48:36

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Here's your local news for Thursday, August 1, 2024: We visit "Wisconsin's first comic shop," Hear how a new grant fund could help protect the state's coastline, Find out what UW administrators had to say during last semester's student protests, Explore pricey open records fees, Broadcast the latest fishing report, Check in on Madison's Flamingos, …

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“Our youth are in an alarming and profound mental health crisis," says state Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly 48:41

12d ago48:41

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Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 31, 2024: We'll get the details on Madison's new air monitoring program, Hear the latest stats on youth mental health in Wisconsin, Interview the two Democrats running to represent District 78 in the state Assembly, Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves, Travel back in time to 1965, An…

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Zach Williams Music Spotlight 40:40

13d ago40:40

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we have our first music spotlight series on the show. Artist Zach Williams share music with us. Along with some good words from the Lord spoken through KD!By Kelly Doane

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DCHS says belted kingfisher is on the mend 48:30

24d ago48:30

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Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 30, 2024: We hear the latest report on housing in Wisconsin, Learn how civic engagement groups are working to reach disinterested voters, Interview two more candidates in the race for the 77th Assembly District, Visit a fried chicken oasis on the north side, Find out why fish-eating wildlife can be especiall…

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"She was a fighter," hundreds celebrate new sculpture honoring Vel Phillips 47:59

19d ago47:59

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Here's your local news for Monday, July 29, 2024: We hear what local Democrats have to say about the Harris campaign, Head to the Capitol for the historic unveiling of a new sculpture, Interview a candidate in the race for Assembly District 77, Find out why the U.S. cattle population is on the decline, Mark the day that FDR attempted to reshape the…

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Worker protection at GOP bash | SCFL organizer talks | Ballot and education | Unions say: No Israel arms $ | A farmer-labor podcast | EPI on unionization, 'flexibility' | SpaceX vs. NLRB 29:11

18d ago29:11

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South Central Federation of Labor organizer Issy Bilek talks to Labor Radio, a worker talks about worker security during the Republican convention in Milwaukee, an education advocate talks ballot questions, seven unions representing around 6 million workers call on President Biden to end arm sales to Israel, there's a new farmer-labor podcast, the …

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Mel & Floyd - Fri, 26 Jul 2024 13:00:06 -0500 1:01:54

27d ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Two wacky funny guys broadcast a hilarious blend of political commentary, weird news, and stand up comedy. Consistently Madison's top radio personalities in the Isthmus MadFaves reader poll.

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"Crime is down," say Madison city leaders 46:16

30d ago46:16

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Here's your local news for Thursday, July 25, 2024: We hear Madison's latest crime stats, Take a closer look at the August 13 voter referendums, Preview a historic moment happening at the state Capitol this weekend, Assess the pros and cons of learning how to build, Learn how a horse can churn ice cream, And much more.…

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"I'm with her," Madison artist Lilada Gee declares on new Harris '24 yard signs 47:54

22d ago47:54

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Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 24, 2024: We ask Madisonians what they think about Biden's history-making announcement on Sunday, Find out why a local artist is declaring "I'm with her," Honor the memory of two local activists, Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves, Travel back in time to 1962, And much more.…

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Music is powerful 41:30

20d ago41:30

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IN this episode we talk about the effects of music on your soul. Whats bible say about music? Along with some great tuns]es and biblical teachings... join us!By Kelly Doane

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“This is a surge of energy," Dems say of VP Harris' candidacy 48:00

24d ago48:00

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Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 23, 2024: We check in on Wisconsin's Democratic Party after this weekend's historic shake-up, Find out why young environmentalists gathered outside the Capitol yesterday, Get the details on last Friday's CrowdStrike outage, Take a closer look at Kamala Harris' campaign, Explain why drivers should keep an eye…

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SPECIAL: Showcasing work from our Summer News Fellows 46:25

1M ago46:25

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Last month, our Summer News Collaborative kicked off. The pilot project from WORT is intended to train people the basics of journalism, storytelling, and audio production. In a rare move for community radio, it also aims to give people a paycheck to learn these skills. Our first cohort of Fellows are Shy Aikens, César Gonzalez Paz, Jeliel Peña de F…

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DONT MISS AUGUST! 1:13

23d ago1:13

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We turn up the Heat... we hold nothing back in August!By Kelly Doane

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Madison budget hits workers | UA flight attendants consider strike | Teamsters prez, Vance pump Trump in Milwaukee | Umpire walkout 25 years on | Labor on Wisconsin ballot amendments 28:30

25d ago28:30

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A Madison city worker talks about the budget battle, 28,000 United Airlines flight attendants are moving to a strike authorization vote, Trump is with us, fellow workers! if you believe Teamster President Sean O'Brien and Harvard Law hillbilly/Vice Presidential candidate J. D. Vance from the GOP convention stage in Milwaukee, a former major league …

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Pacifica's We Decide: Day Four of the RNC in MKE 1:58:58

29d ago1:58:58

1:58:58

Welcome to the final day of the RNC, slated to culminate with a lengthy speech from former President Trump focused on "unity." The RNC theme tonight is "Make America Great Once Again." Other speakers are slated to include Tucker Carlson, Franklin Graham (son of Billy Graham), Hulk Hogan and Dana White (CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship). Al…

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Pacifica's We Decide: Day Three of the RNC in MKE 1:53:53

30d ago1:53:53

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Take a listen to our coverage of Day 3 of the Republican National Convention from Riverwest Radio in Milwaukee. The Pacifica Radio Network’s national coverage is supported by sustaining sponsorships from unions representing close to two million rank and file members. Yesterday on the second night of the RNC the theme of the night was "Make America …

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Division Continues :( 13:01

30d ago13:01

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In this episode, we talk about the recent assassination attempt upon former President Trump’s life at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. We talk about the constant division in this country and what we truly need to focus on when it comes to the polls this year and beyond.By Kelly Doane

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Pacifica's We Decide: Day Two of the RNC in MKE 1:58:15

1M ago1:58:15

1:58:15

Take a listen to our live coverage of Day 2 of the Republican National Convention, live from Riverwest Radio in Milwaukee.It's a perfect day to have veteran journalist Bob Hennelly, as Senator Bob Menendez is found guilty of all corruption charges. Bob talks with former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani.In this episode, reporter Sara Gabler travels…

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Pacifica's We Decide: Day One of the RNC in MKE 1:55:13

1M ago1:55:13

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From the home of Harley-Davidson and the sewer Socialists, broadcasting from the studios of Riverwest Radio in Milwaukee, join Bob Hennelly and Chali Pittman for Day One coverage of the Republican National Convention. We hear from activists marching with the Coalition to March on the RNC. Then, we hear from a coalition of faith leaders holding a lo…

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Faith Break: I was shook! 12:11

1M ago12:11

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Dramatic test of faith as KD goes on vacation and issues with plane in air causes a major test of faith. I. This episode his testimony on what happen and what it Ment when KD and his family were tested at 30000 ftBy Kelly Doane

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OSHA heat standards | Dropboxes are back | Workers party? | Scary GOP stuff | France goes left | Remembering Jane McAlevey 29:33

1M ago29:33

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OSHA introduces new heat standards amid worker deaths, a jusge says ballot drops are back in Wisconsin and the Leauge ofWomen Voters explains the impact, the APWU convention will have a Wisconsin-initated call for a workers' party, the GOP comes to Milwaukee and brings a right-wing platform all laid out, a left coalition makes waves in French elect…

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"[This] could end up being a very transformative moment": A Dane County judge ruled last week that some of Act 10's provisions are unconstitutional 47:22

1M ago47:22

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Here's your local news for Thursday, July 11, 2024: We'll get the details on last week's Act 10 ruling, Find out why a high school student is protesting on Library Mall, Hear more about life as a doula, Share some deck safety advice, Explore the wacky world of coloring books, And much more.By WORT News and Public Affairs

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"PFAS likes to be at the surface where it interacts with air and water:" A new study finds that PFAS contamination in the foam on Lake Monona is the highest in the state 48:05

1M ago48:05

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Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 10, 2024: We find how Lake Monona's PFAS contamination compares to the rest of the state, Hear what older voters think about the upcoming election, Interview the last two Democratic candidates in the race for Assembly District 48, Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves, Travel back…

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“We’d like to see the city welcome people expressing their First Amendment rights:" A federal judge ruled yesterday that demonstrators can't march through the RNC's security zone 47:33

2M ago47:33

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Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 9, 2024: We share an update on ACLU's lawsuit against the city of Milwaukee, Find out why Wisconsin Eye is reiterating their nonpartisan values, Interview two more Democratic candidates in the race for Assembly District 48, Get to know some well-traveled birds, Learn more about what books are getting banned …

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"The specter of dictatorship looms over America:" Local and state Democrats rallied behind President Biden at his campaign visit on Friday 49:05

1M ago49:05

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Here's your local news for Monday, July 8, 2024: We attend President Biden's rally in Madison, Interview one of the five Democrats running for an open seat in the state Assembly, Find out why everything's better with butter, Mark an important anniversary in the anti-nuclear testing movement, Take a closer look at a popular cocktail, Review two new …

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