A former corrections officer at the Women’s Huron Valley prison has been sentenced to prison time for criminal sexual conduct. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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The thought of Chelsea purchasing license plate readers has many residents up in arms. They let the City Council know about their objections during Monday night’s meeting. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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School districts that refused millions of dollars in state safety grants because of strings that were attached are pondering their next steps after the Michigan Supreme Court refused to consider their legal challenge. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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With changes coming through Ann Arbor’s new Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP), city officials want a plan to prevent people and businesses from being displaced in the process. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Meet the new host of "Washtenaw United"! Decky Alexander will step in to explore issues of equity and opportunity in our community as David Fair steps into retirement. Decky's presence in the community has been felt in a number of sectors. You may know her as the Director of the Office of Engage@EMU. She is also a professor of Applied Drama and Theater. Her commitment to community service and engagement will serve her well in her role as host of Washtenaw United. She sat down for a conversation with David as she prepares to begin, and he brings his hosting duties to an end.
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A large majority of adults over 50 look for health information on the internet, but many report having little to no trust in themselves to detect misinformation. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Scio Township voters will choose between Democrats Mary Gillis and Mark Altomare for an open Board of Trustees seat in August. Interim Trustee David Read has dropped out of the race. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. And as happens each year, several local events commemorate the day. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor was joined by the President of the NAACP Ann Arbor branch, Andre' Watson, to talk about what is going on locally, but more importantly, what this day means to residents in Washtenaw County.
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Michigan Senate Democrats released their proposal for new data center regulations Thursday. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Michigan Senate approved bills Thursday to create a tax break for developers to build affordable housing. Rick Pluta reports.
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Michigan’s jobless rate edged up in May to 5.1%. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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Ann Arbor officials are seeking input from local businesses and institutions to help develop its Circular Economy Action Plan. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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Friday marks the start of celebrations and remembrances that will continue throughout the weekend as the community observes Juneteenth. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.