A bill to increase transparency in the Michigan budget process passed out of the state Senate Tuesday. But as Colin Jackson reports, lawmakers across the aisle want to see more.

An animal rights group plans to appeal a case to the Michigan Supreme Court seeking an unlawful imprisonment hearing for six chimpanzees at an Upper Peninsula zoo. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Ypsilanti city officials are holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at Dorsey Estates near Depot Town. This will mark the final milestone in the new neighborhood’s development. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The Ann Arbor City Council has approved a new apartment complex called The Crescent to be built next to the Cranbrook Village Shopping Center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

It’s a fall tradition. As Halloween nears, people of all ages trade comfort for chills, stepping into the dark unknown of local haunted houses. WEMU’s John Stockwell did just that — leaving his family and cats behind for a night of fright at Wiard's Thrill Park in Ypsilanti.

The Ypsilanti City Council is expected to weigh in tonight on the U-M/Los Alamos facility proposed for Ypsilanti Township. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Ann Arbor City Council has approved moving the draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan to its next phase. It now begins the 63-day public review period. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Running for a local school board would require a partisan affiliation — like “Democrat” or “Republican” — under a Michigan bill scheduled for a committee hearing today. Colin Jackson has more.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is considering expanding services for TheRide with new funding that’s now available from the 2025-2026 state budget. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

No matter who you are or where you come from, building a happy, successful life and career will present its fair share of challenges. Now imagine taking on that task having just been released from prison. It can be daunting and overwhelming. A Brighter Way is an Ypsilanti-based non-profit that provides support and mentorship to returning members of our community. Organization deputy director LaQuan Hill joined WEMU's David Fair to share his story of imprisonment, release and working the path to a better future. Now, he's dedicated to passing along the lessons he’s learned to others in search of "A Brighter Way".

The Ann Arbor City Council tonight is expected to authorize the distribution of the latest draft of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The move kicks off the state mandated 63-day public comment period. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Ahead of tonight’s regular meeting, the Saline City Council will hold a workshop to hear the final recommendations of the Recreation Center Task Force. They include establishing a millage. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.