Russ McNamara
Russ McNamara is a reporter for the Michigan Public Radio Network. Prior to this role, he was the host of All Things Considered for 101.9 WDET. McNamara has been working in radio since he was 17 - and in news since 2012. He also worked as play-by-play announcer for Wayne State University basketball for seven years. Born in the Upper Peninsula, McNamara is a lifelong Michigander. He is a 2002 graduate of Central Michigan University’s Broadcast and Cinematic Arts Program.
He is an amateur photographer, enjoys going to concerts and traveling with his wife, Sara.
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The U.S. Senate debate grew heated at times. As Russ McNamara reports, the Republican candidate often chose personal attacks over policy. -
The first debate between Michigan's U.S. Senate candidates, Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, is tonight in Grand Rapids. As Russ McNamara reports, trade with Canada will likely be a key point. -
The administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration, Kelly Loeffler, was in Livingston County Tuesday to check out a government contractor. As Russ McNamara reports, the stop was well-received. -
A new poll shows Democrats have broad support among voters under 30. Russ McNamara reports. -
Supporters of Republican attorney general candidate Doug Lloyd are attacking his Democratic opponent over sex trafficking. As Russ McNamara reports, they’re giving mixed messages in the argument against Eli Savit. -
Toyota has opened its new battery research center near Saline. As Russ McNamara reports, state officials are optimistic it will keep homegrown engineering talent in the state. -
A U.S. Senator from Michigan says Democrats need to have a plan if they retake Congress in November. As Russ McNamara reports, Elissa Slotkin says it’s the only way to move on from the Trump era. -
The ballot proposal seeking changes to the state's campaign finance laws might run into legal hurdles if passed. Russ McNamara has more on an analysis of the Mop Up Michigan initiative. -
Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson touted endorsements from first responders and veterans Monday. Russ McNamara has more. -
The rising cost of goods and groceries is due in part to the high cost of diesel fuel. As Russ McNamara reports, the Trump Administration’s trade war with Canada isn’t helping.
