In the year 2024, right here in Washtenaw County, there are still racially restrictive covenants written into thousands of property deeds. These property deeds are dedicated to preventing people of color for buying or renting homes. Exposing and combatting these provisions is the mission of the group Justice InDeed. WEMU's David Fair spoke with Justice InDeed co-leads Justin Schell and Jessica Letaw about the effort to eradicate these covenants and fight segregation and economic inequality.

Ford Lake in Ypsilanti is currently under a public health advisory, due to a harmful algal bloom affecting the area. Ana Longoria has the report.

A survey of Ann Arbor residents shows high marks for quality of life but still see problems with DTE and the cost of housing. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The group Ann Arbor for Public Power says, as long as the city continues to use DTE as its power utility, it won’t come close to reaching its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

Eastern Michigan University is co-sponsoring an event this Saturday exploring the relationship between Detroit and Selma, Alabama in the civil rights movement. Ana Longoria has the story.

Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed charges against 11 people in connection to pro-Palestinian protests on the University of Michigan campus Diag earlier this year. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Michigan House Republicans are highlighting the economy, education and energy policy in their plans for after the election. Colin Jackson has more.

Two former top state House Republican staffers will face trial on allegations they embezzled from political funds for their personal use. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Eastern Michigan University recently unveiled a bench commemorating the life and service of Ypsilanti’s Major Frank Maki. Ana Longoria has more.

Days are getting a bit shorter here in Michigan, but there's always time to catch a flick! WEMU's David Fair meets up again with Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins to chat about the newest films and special events hitting the big screen!

A recent medical report by the CDC lists Michigan as one of five states experiencing growing COVID epidemics. Ana Longoria has more on how Washtenaw County is faring.

Van Buren Township State Representative Reggie Miller wants to bring an end to radioactive waste being transferred into Michigan. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.