New discoveries regarding far-away solar systems could lead to breakthroughs in exoplanetary research. The University of Michigan has been a key player in leading the investigation. WEMU’s Joshua Nieman reports.
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Pittsfield Township, in collaboration with the Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG), has produced a video to highlight the community. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Michigan’s Secretary of State candidates explored sometimes misunderstood aspects of the job during a forum Tuesday night. Colin Jackson has more.
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Police in Canton Township have arrested the parent of a toddler removing a loaded handgun from their backpack. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
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The Libertarian Party of Michigan is done with its nominee in this year’s race for governor. Colin Jackson reports.
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The ballot proposal seeking changes to the state's campaign finance laws might run into legal hurdles if passed. Russ McNamara has more on an analysis of the Mop Up Michigan initiative.
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The University of Michigan is pausing its pilot grade covering program. It was to be instituted next fall for some freshmen in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The decision on the part of the Chelsea City Council to terminate City Manager Elle Cole for cause, weeks before she waived her right to a public hearing and surprised the council with her last-minute resignation, has left city officials reeling. Caroline MacGregor sat down with Chelsea City Mayor Kate Henson to talk about the circumstances surrounding Cole’s departure, the impact on staff morale, and what lies ahead following another shake up in Chelsea city government.
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Oracle Vice President Beatrice Fullan says the company wants to be a good neighbor to Saline Township. She says she understands why people are concerned as The Barn Data Center continues to take shape. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson touted endorsements from first responders and veterans Monday. Russ McNamara has more.
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With Michigan’s general election underway, a new poll shows voters want many of the same things from government health policy. Colin Jackson has more.
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"Hidden in Plain Sight" gets an exclusive opportunity to step inside the iconic Chelsea Clocktower. WEMU's Joshua Nieman invites you to peek behind the curtains and learn some of its unexpected history.
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After years of hopes and false starts, the official groundbreaking for The Adeline housing complex was held this morning in downtown Ann Arbor. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.