The Michigan State Police are investigating an officer-involved fatal shooting in Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A man armed with a sword has been taken into custody following a standoff with police in Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor has the story.

The Saline City Council will decide next week if it wants to go through with the purchase of the historic Davenport - Curtiss House. But some members still need a few answers. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Ann Arbor State Senator Jeff Irwin is hoping to soon see a committee vote on an insurance reform bill he introduced. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments next month on a procedural question involving Enbridge's Line 5. The court could decide if state or federal courts will decide whether Enbridge Energy can continue to operate the controversial oil and natural gas liquids pipeline in the Straits of Mackinac. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is trying to carve a path down the middle in his independent campaign for governor. As Colin Jackson reports, that’s amid heavy criticism from Democrats.

Police remain on the scene as negotiations continue with the man who is barricaded inside a house in Ypsilanti. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports.

In 2025, there was a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in Washtenaw County. Federal immigration policy has created fear and uncertainty among the community's undocumented and documented immigrants. Federal funding changes have impacted some of the organizations that support immigrant people and families. That includes the Michigan Immigration Rights Center (MIRC) in Ypsilanti. What will the new year bring from ICE in Washtenaw County and Michigan? WEMU's David Fair put those questions before the MIRC's policy engagement and communications manager, Christine Sauve, on the first "Washtenaw United" conversation of 2026.

What will be done with an Ann Arbor parcel that’s been the subject of years of legal disputes is near a resolution. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

As Ann Arbor strives to reach carbon neutrality, the city hopes to launch its Sustainable Energy Utility this year. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Just prior to the new Saline City Council getting to work tonight, it will hear options regarding the Davenport House - Curtiss Mansion. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Anyone who wants to comment on the third draft of Ann Arbor's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and be part of the official record needs to post by 9 AM January 5th. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports.