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With Thursday the anniversary of Medicaid becoming law, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell is encouraging her constituents to oppose changes that could cost millions of Americans their healthcare coverage. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The two candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat held their final primary debate Monday night. We have more from Rick Pluta

The recently enacted Congressional housing bill will have some benefits for Ann Arbor. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

As America’s 250th birthday approaches, Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell reflects on where the nation is now and where it’s going. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

PFAS. Few environmental issues have affected Michigan communities more directly than these so-called "forever chemicals," which have been found in our waterways, groundwater, and drinking water systems across the state. In her first segment as host of "Issues of the Environment," Rebekah Warren was joined by U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. They discussed what local and national actions have been taken and what is needed to prevent further PFAS contamination.

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) introduced legislation Tuesday that would direct millions to help low-income families with their water bills. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Michigan U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin says she’s not necessarily going to join the race for president two years from now. But she said Monday that a candidate like her would be a promising option for Democrats. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Some of Michigan’s most powerful business and political figures are taking part in the annual Detroit Regional Chamber conference this week on Mackinac Island. As we hear from Rick Pluta, statewide elections are a big topic of discussion.

Several local officials including Congresswoman Debbie Dingell met with some of the residents of the Sycamore Meadows apartment complex on Sunday. They say they’ll do all they can to help those living in unsafe conditions. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says she wants answers from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the conditions at the Sycamore Meadows apartment complex in Superior Township. She says HUD will be on site next week. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.