
John Stockwell
News Reporter/Board OperatorJohn began his broadcasting career at WJR as a news anchor and reporter in 1998. During his tenure there, John won a number of awards from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and Associated Press. In addition, John earned an Edward R. Murrow award for best newscast. In 2010, John made the decision to start working behind the scenes in digital media and video production. You’ll hear John on WEMU as a feature reporter, host, and news anchor.
John has earned a B.A. in Theatre from the University of Toledo, a Radio Diploma from the Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts, an M.A. in Theology from Catholic International University, and a M.A. in Pastoral Studies from Sacred Heart Major Seminary. He lives locally with his wife, son, and two cats.
John’s hobbies include cooking, taking pilgrimages (Poland has been his favorite), and entertaining in his state of the art karaoke lounge at home.
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With temperatures falling onto the single digits this week, air conditioning may be the last thing on the minds of area residents. However, the waiting list for a popular City of Ypsilanti air conditioner assistance program opens tomorrow. WEMU’s John Stockwell has the details.
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Lions-mania is here and continues to grow! Over the past few years, Dan Campbell, Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown have brought the team to heights that haven't been seen in the NFL's Super Bowl era. Detroit is 15-2 on the season and will play the visiting Washington Commanders Saturday night in the divisional round of the playoffs. Lifelong fans have been starved for a championship team. WEMU's John Stockwell met one of them in educator, author and Ann Arbor resident, Patti Smith.
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Starting next month, the State of Michigan will re-issue more classic license plates. WEMU's John Stockwell has details.
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With daytime high temperatures in the 20’s, all too many residents are seeking a way to get out of the cold and find some basic necessities. WEMU’s John Stockwell made time to visit the daytime warming shelter at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse in Depot Town.
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Local news on Saturdays is coming to WEMU! Your community NPR station welcomes John Stockwell to #teamWEMU! John will man the station Saturday mornings, making sure you hear all of your favorite programs and adding local news. Additionally, he’ll be producing some features for our weekday news magazines, Morning Edition and All Things Considered, as we move into the new year. Get to know WEMU reporter and anchor, John Stockwell in this conversation with WEMU's David Fair.