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Depending on career path or job choice, women are still playing catch-up in the American workforce. The inequity is not just in job-to-job comparisons but also in access to employment opportunity. Creating that opportunity is what the organization “Dress for Success Michigan" is all about. WEMU's David Fair talks with its communications liaison, Alexy Rudolph, about how futures are being changed to reverse historical inequities.
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The Ann Arbor School Board heard Saturday from candidates to be the district’s next Superintendent. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.
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The three-day event attracted hundreds of participants. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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The Michigan Supreme Court has agreed to consider a case where the state Department of Health and Human Services wants to take temporary custody of a troubled child. Lower courts have split on whether the state has the authority to do that. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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A bill to cap payday lending fees at 36% annual interest is heading to the Michigan House after passing the state Senate Thursday. We get more from Colin Jackson.
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The 96th Annual Academy Awards ceremony is now in the books! WEMU's David Fair got together with Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins, to review this year's winners and surprises. Plus, they'll give you a preview of the next round of new films and special screenings coming to your favorite movie houses!
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The Friday event aims to connect local entrepreneurs with business resources. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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Ann Arbor’s revenue numbers are looking for the upcoming fiscal year, but city officials say some problems may be on the horizon. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The Michigan Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday on whether schools can be held legally liable under the state’s civil rights law for failing to protect students from sexual harassment by other students. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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New transparency bills in the Michigan House would stop lawmakers from immediately becoming lobbyists after their term—and tighten rules around gifts lawmakers and staff receive. Colin Jackson has more.
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Studies show that integrated, whole person care provides better health outcomes than traditional medical practices. The Hope Clinic in Ypsilanti has provided such care for many residents who struggle with health and their finances. The Hope Clinic's behavioral health manager, Julie Payne, discusses whole-person treatment services with Rylee Barnsdale.
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Ann Arbor Fire Chief Mike Kennedy wants the city to create a multi-use Emergency Operations Center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Washtenaw County Water Resources to provide weekend opportunities for residents to dispose of their hazardous wastes at sanctioned drop-off locations. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.
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A state House committee held its first hearing Tuesday on a bill to permanently bar people convicted of many election-related crimes from serving on boards that certify election results. We have more from Rick Pluta.