"Students have a right to learn—no matter what." That is the motto of the Ypsilanti-based Student Advocacy Center of Michigan. The center stands up for K-12 students who deal with suspensions, face racial barriers, and get denied access to special education. Decky Alexander shared more about the center's ongoing work with its Co-Executive Director, Anell Eccleston.
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The statewide Republican and Democratic tickets are pretty much set now that the primaries are over – with one exception. The gubernatorial nominees must choose lieutenant governor candidates. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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After a short delay, the Ann Arbor Planning Commission has approved a new housing development next to Arbor Landings Apartments. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Ann Arbor Public Power has gathered enough valid signatures to put the question of a public utility to voters this November. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Enbridge Energy's Line 5 pipeline, located beneath the Straits of Mackinac, has been long been a controversial topic. The line has been deteriorating and leaking, yet action to remedy the problem has been slow. Rebekah Warren and Michigan League of Conservation Voters President/CEO Lisa Wozniak were joined by Dr. Mike Shriberg, Director of the University of Michigan Water Center and a Professor of Practice and Engagement at the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability, to discuss the current state of Line 5.
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The Ann Arbor City Council has approved a rezoning and site plan for a new mixed-use development across from the Delonis Center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Health officials have closed Independence Lake County Park in Webster Township because the water contained high levels of E. coli. The beach has experienced more closures than any other public swimming area in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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A business-backed group is asking the Michigan Supreme Court to block a petition campaign from going to the November ballot. The initiative would ban campaign donations from political committees linked to utilities and large government contractors. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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A new Washtenaw County Healthcare Access millage is unlikely to be placed on the November ballot. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Information about how to get a shuttle from Ann Arbor or Ypsilanti to the 2026 Detroit Jazz Festival.
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Now that the August Primary elections are over, why not catch a flick? WEMU’s Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts’ own Nick Alderink reunite to talk about the latest movie news, the new films opening in downtown Ann Arbor, and the next round of special screenings!
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Pittsfield Township’s Planning Commission is presenting a zoning amendment proposal to its residents. The proposal would set rules for any future data center development. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
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Officials gathered on Wednesday to cut the ribbon for a solar array in the parking lot of the Washtenaw County Human Services Building in Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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