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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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Those reentering society after incarceration face numerous challenges, including addressing their own health. Yet, access to quality health care, housing, and other necessities can be exceedingly difficult. In response to this, Packard Health has partnered with the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department to create the "Beyond Incarceration" program. Lee Van Roth talked all about this amazing initiative with Packard Health reentry coach Jessica Slone. -
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson will be the Democratic nominee to run for governor after winning the primary Tuesday night. We have more from Rick Pluta. -
Washtenaw County residents have voted to renew Washtenaw Community College’s operating millage. WEMU's Ana Longoria reports. -
Felicia Brabec has been chosen as the Democratic nominee for the 15th Senate District after pulling ahead of her opponent Michael White. WEMU's Ana Longoria reports. -
State Rep. Jimmie Wilson Jr. easily won his primary in the 32nd State House district. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
The property tax of 2.4031 mills is for another ten years. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
The ballot initiative rejected the data center rezoning by a nearly 9-1 margin. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Incumbent Ypsilanti Mayor Nicole Brown has won the support of voters in Tuesday's primary election. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Democratic Socialist Yousef Rabhi has declared victory in Ann Arbor's mayoral race. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports. -
WEMU is providing live results of the August primary election. A complete list can be found here as they arrive.
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FEMA officials will be coming to Ann Arbor to evaluate reimbursement claims by locals impacted by severe weather events in April. Ana Longoria has the details. -
It’s Primary Election Day in Michigan. The polls open at 7 AM and close at 8 PM. There are major races to be decided in Washtenaw County, including the mayor’s races in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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