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.

While we ring in the New Year, 2026 will see a continuation of many of the same environmental issues we experienced through 2025. But this year is also a mid-term election year, and that could further complicate issues. 48th District State Representative Jennifer Conlin discusses what may come in 2026. The Ann Arbor Democrat joined WEMU's David Fair and co-host Lisa Wozniak to explore current and new challenges.

The Humane Society of Huron Valley is asking for the public’s help in locating a man caught abusing a dog on camera. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.