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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The joint U.S.-Israel attack against Iran has divided lawmakers by political parties. Republicans largely support President Trump's decision, while Democrats question going to war without Congress’s approval. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked to Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy associate professor and national intelligence expert, Javed Ali, about the ramifications of the attacks that come on the heels of failed diplomatic efforts. -
The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority has received nearly $8 million in federal funding for TheRide’s new Ypsilanti Transit Center. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports. -
Senator Sue Shink serves Michigan’s 14th Senate District. She joined WEMU's Caroline MacGregor to share her thoughts on President Trump’s State of the Union and Governor Whitmer's State of the State addresses this week. Both talks come amidst an era of economic uncertainty, and unpredictable federal policy changes. -
Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver her final State of the State address tonight. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to 23rd District State Representative Jason Morgan about what to expect. -
For Black History Month this week, we have the privilege of talking with Ann Arbor based filmmaker, photographer and language enthusiast, Aliyah Mitchell. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor asked her about her experience as a Black female independent filmmaker and delves into some of her projects that examine identity, belonging and language experiences of marginalized groups. -
As part of its Career and Technical Education programs, YCHS offers students an opportunity to enter the lucrative field of cosmetology. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. -
A notable decline in the number of people taking advantage of the 2026 Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment period reflects growing affordability challenges for local families. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks to Jeremy Lapedis, Executive Director of the Washtenaw Health Project, about the tough choices many people are making when faced with escalating health insurance premiums. -
A train derailment occurred early Wednesday leading to road closures that are expected to last several days. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports. -
As the Olympic Winter Games continue in Milano Cortina, an Eastern Michigan University alum has big hopes for gold. Jasmine “Jazz” Jones is a former member of EMU’s track and field team who has been chosen to participate on Team USA. She will compete in the two-woman bobsled heats beginning Friday, February 20th. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor had the opportunity to speak to Jones from the Olympic Village in Cortina, Italy. -
Three people were injured in an explosion triggered by a gas leak in an office building near Ypsilanti on Wednesday. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.
