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The opioid epidemic is growing worse, nationally and here at home in Washtenaw County. In the first six months of this year, 36 people have died of overdoses. That follows a 28% increase in such deaths in 2021. Washtenaw County is investing in comprehensive ways to address the problem that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Washtenaw County Health Officer Jimena Loveluck joins WEMU's David Fair for a look at the problem and the manner in which it is being addressed.

An Ann Arbor doctor is being credited with research that could change the way oxygen levels are registered for people of color. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran explains.

A group of protesters demonstrated outside Ann Arbor City Hall Monday night. They called out organizations they say are guilty of voter suppression and the corporations that support them. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.

A new study from the University of Michigan shows one in four American adults lacks consistent access to transportation. WEMU’s Taylor Pinson has more.

A nearly $105 million federal grant will help pay for decommissioning a federal highway and help restore two historically Black neighborhoods in Detroit. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Many are unaware that August is Black Philanthropy Month. The Reverend Mashod Evans Sr. is senior pastor at Bethel AME Church in Ann Arbor. He joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the longstanding tradition of charity and philanthropy in the African American community and the generational impacts it has made.

Researchers at the U-M are learning more about the history of racism at the university because of a new Black Student Database. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran has more.

The National Brewers Association confirms what most people already knew about the beer brewing industry– it is dominated by white men. The most recent study found 76% of brewery owners are male, and 93% are white. But there are efforts underway to diversify the market based right here in Washtenaw County. WEMU's Cathy Shafran has more.

Newly compiled abortion data in Michigan shows which women would be most severely impacted if abortions are banned in state. Those compiling the data say the most impacted women will be older than many thought. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran has more.

Some Michigan lawmakers gathered in Ypsilanti Monday afternoon to unveil a monument to the state’s Black Civil War veterans. Colin Jackson has more from the ceremony.