This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, August 17.* Madison officials release new stats on public safety, showing that Madison is getting safer,* The city is working to hire a consultant to update the city’s homelessness prevention plan,* A new Marquette Law Poll shows a tight race for the Governor’s mansion,* And in the second half, pontoon tours of Mendota, shriners come to Madison, and the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves.