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Ypsilanti Township is continuing legal action against a local, interstate materials hauling company. Last summer, a massive pile of a black, coal-like substance appeared on the property owned by OKD Transport. Since then, nearby testing has turned up toxic carcinogens. The property owner says independent testing has proven the substance to be non-hazardous. WEMU's David Fair talked with Ypsilanti Township attorney Douglas Winters about the ongoing issues and concerns.
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The opioid epidemic is alive and well in Washtenaw County. In addition to prescription medications, fentanyl and heroin continue to claim lives. Fortunately, Narcan is saving lives. The Washtenaw County Health Department has put a focus on harm reduction and recovery when it comes to drug use. through the "It Is Possible" campaign. Communications coordinator Beth Ann Hamilton joined Rylee Barnsdale to discuss educating the efforts.
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Imagine hitting the stage for a performance without ever seeing a script! That’s what an improv artist like Tony DeRosa does…gets on stage, is given an idea or phrase and runs with it. Tony is bringing improv to a new venue soon to open in Ann Arbor. We meet Tony and learn about hear.say brewing + theater opening in Ann Arbor this summer when he joins Deb Polich on this edition of WEMU’s "creative:impact."
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A brand-new music program joins the WEMU lineup today. Every Tuesday and Thursday from noon-2 PM, John Bommarito hosts "The Song Break," which brings you the best in vocal jazz from the Great American Songbook to the modern-day tunes. John gives a preview of his new and enlightening program with our own David Fair.
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The Augusta Township Board of Trustees will hold its monthly meeting tonight. As WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, the meeting includes the approval of an agreement with the Washtenaw County Road Commission for some road improvements.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she’s concerned about how the U.S. Supreme Court may rule on a challenge to FDA approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. The Supreme Court hears arguments in the case today. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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Residents at the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, or WMed, are becoming the latest in the state to vote to unionize. Colin Jackson has more.
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Women are earning more roles in leadership positions than ever before. But we are still without equal access and opportunity. As we wrap up our Women’s History Month series on "Washtenaw United," we explore the challenges of winning and building more leadership roles for women. WEMU's David Fair talks with the President and CEO of the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Dr. Darienne Hudson shares her journey to leadership as a Black woman and what hurdles she’s working to help others overcome.
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The Ann Arbor school district wants to hear from employees and the public regarding what should be prioritized as it faces a $25 million budget shortfall. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has the story.
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Jon Mallek is running as a Democrat to represent Ann Arbor's second ward on city council. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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The Ypsilanti City Council is moving closer to appointing a new City Clerk after interviewing two finalists last week. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The organization says efforts to fill the role permanently will continue. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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Local health officials encourage residents to check their vaccination status. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.
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Michigan’s redistricting commission is once again raising its wages to 35% of the governor’s salary. Colin Jackson reports that’s for the time it spends redrawing state legislative districts.