With measles outbreaks being reported across the country, a related virus included in the MMR vaccine—mumps—has now been detected in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer spent Wednesday in Washington to deliver an address where she warned about the dangers of sweeping tariffs before heading to the White House for a meeting with President Donald Trump. Rick Pluta reports.

Michigan House Republicans are looking to change how the state chooses a superintendent for its Board of Education. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The Michigan Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in a case that could have broad implications for fertility treatments. Colin Jackson has more.

The City of Ann Arbor has a new 10-year deal with DTE to replace its gas franchise agreement with a new heating franchise. Negotiators say it’s the first in the nation to include climate and carbon reduction goals. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

14th District State Senator Sue Shink is taking aim at a lack of transparency when it comes to so-called "forever chemicals." The Northfield Township Democrat is pushing for the Michigan Legislature to require consumer products with PFAS have a warning label. Senator Shink provided details of what she wants to see on this week's "Issues of the Environment" with WEMU's David Fair.

Paul Vornhagen shares some of his favorite jazz related things in a Jazz Appreciation Month feature.

Later this month, there is going to be a celebration of artistic endeavor in Ypsilanti! It will include a one-of-a-kind processional from the Riverside Arts Center to the Freighthouse in Depot Town. On this week's “On the Ground Ypsi,” Rylee Barnsdale spoke with UMS community and audience programs manager Justine Sedky about the partnerships that will bring to life the creativity of the community on April 19th.

April marks Autism Acceptance Month, and one local parent is working to build a greater support network for families with autistic children. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

The Ann Arbor Energy Commission is looking to find what incentives could be implemented to encourage more zero emission developments. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.