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Andre Ebron/LinkedInUnderstanding individually how we process the world around us is the best way to get to the underlying factors contributing to inequity in our lives. On Friday, May 17th, the United Way for Southeastern Michigan will launch the 21-Day Equity Challenge, and it's open to everyone in the community. WEMU's David Fair spoke with the UWSEM's senior director for diversity, equity and inclusion, Andre Ebron, about the program and its impacts. -
Kevin Meerschaert/89.1 WEMUAs officials for the City of Ypsilanti works on its next budget, concerns are being raised regarding its fund balance account. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The county has identified its first rabid bat since 2022. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more. -
The Saline City Council will hear a proposal tonight for changes to its sign code for downtown businesses. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Committee testimony on Michigan bills to create a “State Voting Rights Act” is expected to continue this week. Colin Jackson has more. -
Washtenaw County is looking to make some changes to its Pollution Preventive Regulation Plan, which oversees protection from hazardous waste spills. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report. -
1st Friday Focus on the Environment: CAFOs pose increasing danger to Michigan's environmental healthConcentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFOs, are a significant part of the American food and agricultural systems in Michigan and around the country. We knew CAFOs posed hazards to the environment, but a new report indicates it is worse than previously thought. WEMU's David Fair and Michigan League of Conservation Voters executive director, Lisa Wozniak, spoke with one of the authors of the report, Katie Garvey. She is a staff attorney with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and she discussed the troubling findings in the center’s 2024 report. -
The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority expands express routes, while the state Legislature look to secure matching funds for public transportation agencies. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more. -
Graduation ceremonies align with the third week of encampment efforts protesting the war in Gaza. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more. -
Former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield and his wife were in court Thursday to plead not guilty to embezzlement and conspiracy charges. We have more from Rick Pluta. -
The Michigan Senate approved a few of its plans for the state’s next budget Thursday. Colin Jackson has more. -
The first weekend of May is going to bring you a whole lot of cinematic delight, especially for Star Wars fans all over Washtenaw County! WEMU's David Fair was joined by Marquee Arts executive director, Russ Collins, to chat about all of the new films and special screenings appearing at your favorite movie houses! -
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson paid a visit to the Washtenaw County Commissioners on Wednesday asking for their help to keep elections in the state safe and fair. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has the story. -
Ed Golembiewski will join the U.S. Election Assistance Commission as a senior election expert after a decade of service in Washtenaw County. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
