The Washtenaw County Health Department is advising residents to remain cautious as a third measles case has been confirmed in the area.
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Ever been to a Friday night fish fry? These are popular events at area churches through Lent. It brings a sense of community to all who attend, regardless of religion. It fosters philanthropy and, in the end, provides some really good food! WEMU's John Stockwell does a frenetic, fish fry fun-run through Washtenaw County and brings you an extended report on the experience.
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The city of Ann Arbor has released its annual report on the activities of the various city government departments.
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Lynn Conway is remembered for her breakthroughs that helped shape modern computing. She was also a strong advocate for the visibility of women in computer science. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has this story for Women’s History Month.
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Last Thursday’s attack on Temple Israel has elevated feelings of unease among the Jewish community. But it has also revealed that where there is respect and a desire to understand, our common bond of humanity can forge ties more powerful that the forces that seek to divide us.
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The City of Ann Arbor is changing the names of two of its parks with input from the local community. WEMU's Ana Longoria has the story.
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The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is weighing in on the battle over data centers. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The University of Michigan has closed on the purchase of 124 acres off Textile Road in Ypsilanti Township. The site is being looked on as the location of a high-performance research facility with Los Alamos National Laboratory. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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ICE agents showed up in downtown Ypsilanti and arrested a male driver of a pickup truck early Wednesday morning. A passenger fled the scene while leaving a child behind. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Washtenaw County Commissioners have voted to exempt the capture of county taxes from the proposed expansion area of the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Ann Arbor’s Sustainable Energy Utility is closer to launching its 2026 pilot program for clean energy services. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Tax cuts, immigration and foreign trade policy headlined a speech from Vice President JD Vance Wednesday in metro-Detroit. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Michigan Legislature’s gun safety caucus rolled out priorities for this legislative session Wednesday. We have more from Rick Pluta and Steve Carmody.