The Huron River has experienced an uptick in litter over the past several years. The City of Ann Arbor has been working on ways to address this growing issue. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.
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Stella Cole has surrounded herself with jazz standards and Broadway tunes her whole life, which has led to an amazing singing career. She talked to WEMU's John Bommarito about her career path, her new album "Imagination," and her upcoming gig at the Detroit Opera House on September 3.
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The Ypsilanti City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing tonight to consider an emergency moratorium on any new zoning permits for data centers. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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Vice President JD Vance spent most of his time attacking Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed during a rally speech in metro-Detroit Monday. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Ypsilanti-based SOS Community Services has worked diligently to help those facing homelessness with all available resources. Yet, completely solving the homeless epidemic in Washtenaw County remains a lofty goal. Decky Alexander discussed SOS's latest work with its Executive Director, Rhonda Weathers.
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Today marks the beginning of the new school year for most students in Washtenaw County. Districts are looking forward to returning to the classroom and meeting the challenges they’re facing. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed tried to make amends with Jewish voters during a state party convention on Saturday. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Saline Area School Board has decided to retain its policy protecting transgender and nonbinary students as it studies changes in its anti-bullying policy. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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"Hidden In Plain Sight" dives into the complicated past (and future) of a local historical site. WEMU's Joshua Nieman presents the story on Ypsilanti's Peninsular Paper Dam.
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Juicy Kitchen is making a comeback after a freezer fire closed the restaurant for over 11 months with its recent reopening. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.
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Chelsea City Council held a special meeting Thursday night to address recent concerns about City Manager Elle Cole. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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The campaign behind a proposed state constitutional amendment is suing over a Michigan elections board decision to keep it off the ballot. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Ann Arbor School Board has voted to change the district’s policy regarding transgender and gender nonconforming students. It comes after a threat from the U.S. Department of Education. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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