The growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way people do business. On this month’s "Washtenaw Business Lens," WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor chats with Atomic Object Managing Partner, Jonah Bailey and Executive Vice President and Director of Government Relations for the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber, Andy LaBarre about how responsible adoption of AI can help companies remain innovative and achieve long-term growth.

Scio Township officials have approved plans for a 94-acre residential community for adults with developmental disabilities. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

Congressman John James remained the top target for his Republican primary opponents during Thursday night’s debate in the race for governor. Michigan Public Radio’s Colin Jackson has more.

Bills to create a state tax credit to spur the development of more affordable housing in Michigan are on their way to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The bipartisan bills were adopted last week before the Legislature began its summer break. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Michigan Medicine has reached a tentative three-year contract with its nurses' union, the University of Michigan Professional Nurses Council. A strike authorization vote had been planned for next week. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor has picked up the reelection endorsement of two of Michigan’s most prominent Democrats. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Ann Arbor is changing its approach to its stormwater management to address growing challenges and community needs. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The cinema world rolls on for the month of July with a combination of comedy and horror! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink meet up at the WEMU studio to talk about the new arrivals to the silver screen, along with more special screenings than we can count coming to downtown Ann Arbor! Plus, you'll find out about the Michigan Theater getting a brand new marquee!

The three candidates seeking the Republican nomination for governor met Wednesday for the first of two back-to-back television debates ahead of the August primary. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Washtenaw Community College is presenting a proposal to local voters on whether or not to renew the school’s operating millage for another 10 years. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Supporters of a proposal to create a municipal electric utility for the city are gathering signatures to amend the city charter to place the initiative on the November ballot. Later approval by voters would create a board to oversee the utility. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports.

Leaders of a cash assistance program for pregnant and new mothers have a $20 million dispute with the Republican leadership of the Michigan state House. Colin Jackson explains.