Caroline MacGregor
Host/ReporterCaroline MacGregor was born in Dublin, Ireland where she spent her formative years before moving to the UK and later emigrating to South Africa with her family.
After attending college in Cape Town she lived in London for two years before moving to the US where she worked as media liaison for the South African Embassy in Washington D.C.
MacGregor later moved to west Michigan where she caught the "radio bug" leading to a career path in broadcasting.
An award winning journalist, Caroline's career has spanned both commercial and public media in addition to writing for several newspapers and working as a television producer. As a broadcaster she has covered breaking stories for NPR and most recently worked as Assistant News Director for West Virginia Public Broadcasting. This year she returned to Michigan to be closer to family.
An outdoors enthusiast, Caroline enjoys trail riding (horses), kayaking and hiking. With a particular fondness for animals, she has volunteered for the RSPCA and organizations dedicated to the conservation of wildlife and endangered species.
Caroline is thrilled to join the WEMU news team as host of All Things Considered.
"I have a passion for public radio and the art of storytelling. I am excited to be part of the WEMU team spirit dedicated to producing fair, accurate and high quality content that engages and closely reflects the interest of our listeners."
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People who receive traditional public benefits are often met with scrutiny, distrust and suspicion. A new traveling art exhibit called "No Strings," curated by University of Michigan’s Poverty Solutions, is working to flip that narrative. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked with U-M Poverty Solutions Director of Communications and Public Engagement Lauren Slagter about the project. -
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office says an investigation into a police chase that ended in the death of a Navy veteran has been forwarded to the prosecutor for review. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
The director of the Michigan Department of Corrections visited the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility Friday after demands for action following the deaths of several inmates. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Public transportation typically sees an increase in users during times of high gas prices and inflation. TheRide is no exception. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Two people are hospitalized following a shooting Thursday outside a strip mall in Ypsilanti Township. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports. -
With Memorial Day weekend kicking off summer travel, the local forecast for travel remains strong in the face of higher costs and gas prices. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Preparations for Ann Arbor’s 57th annual Art Fair are in full swing. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Secure gun storage saves lives. With that in mind, the Washtenaw County Health Department is reminding the public about Michigan’s gun safety laws. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
The Ypsilanti Community Choir has made it its mission to bring quality music to the area for more than 30 years. The choir encourages people of all ages and from all walks of life to join, whether experienced singers, or those who like to sing in the shower! WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked to Ypsilanti Community Choir Music Director Ariel Toews-Ricotta about the choir and their Spring 2026 concert, which takes place tonight. -
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has outlined a number of improvements, including public safety in its 2025 Strategic Impact Report. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
