As we celebrate Black History Month, WEMU's Caroline MacGregor continues to talk to people whose stories have inspired us. Today, she celebrates the journey and achievements of Cynthia Harrison. As an Ann Arbor City Council member and Director of Innovative Re-entry at the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, Harrison is known and respected for her collaborative leadership, passion for racial equality, and protecting the most vulnerable among us.

With Eastern Michigan University’s Department of Public Safety now in charge of parking, they want to hear from students, staff and faculty on how to improve things. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer is planning to propose more base funding for schools and “at-risk” students this week when she unveils her suggestions for the next state budget. Colin Jackson has more.

Representatives of the Ann Arbor Education Association (AAEA) and Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) are extending their contract negotiation period. This comes after an agreement wasn’t met in their initial bargaining sessions. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Detroit’s pregnant and new moms can now get cash assistance through a program that launched in the city Monday. Colin Jackson has more.

Nearly 200 Washtenaw County residents could lose their housing if federal HUD grants are not renewed in the coming months. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Research shows that having early childhood education produces better outcomes. Access and affordability are still issues for a great number of families. For parents of infants and toddlers, finding high quality and affordable day care has become increasingly difficult. Foundations Preschool of Washtenaw County has been working in this arena since 1934 and is the oldest, continuously running childcare center in Michigan. Here in 2026, it is still working through these issues with local families. WEMU's David Fair talked about access and affordability and the future of early education with executive director Sandy Williams.

The fourth and likely final draft of Ann Arbor’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan is available for review, and a public hearing is scheduled for February 18th. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Deborah Covington, Chair of the African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County, presents today's Black History Moment.

This morning, Ypsilanti Community High School will pay tribute to its educators, both past and present. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

The City of Ann Arbor is looking for artists to design, fabricate and install a bronze statue to honor Kathy Kozachenko, who was the first openly LGBTQ+ person elected to public office in the United States. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

The Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office is offering money for the local establishments to construct rainwater gardens, natural shorelines, and other stormwater filtration systems. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.