racial equity

The City of Ann Arbor is changing the names of two of its parks with input from the local community. WEMU's Ana Longoria has the story.

Law and social justice advocates at Justice InDeed have been chipping away at racially discriminatory land covenants that are more than a half-century old that have shaped and still shape where people of color live in Washtenaw. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has this story for Black History Month.

As we celebrate Black History Month, WEMU's Caroline MacGregor continues to talk to people whose stories have inspired us. Today, she celebrates the journey and achievements of Cynthia Harrison. As an Ann Arbor City Council member and Director of Innovative Re-entry at the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, Harrison is known and respected for her collaborative leadership, passion for racial equality, and protecting the most vulnerable among us.

With attention to racial profiling in traffic stops by police in Ann Arbor, there’s a renewed call to action by those personally affected. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

The Ann Arbor Police Department stopped zero motorists for vehicle equipment issues in August. This is part of an ongoing effort by the city to pull over fewer Black motorists. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The Ypsilanti District Library is working with medical advocates to encourage harm reduction within the community. WEMU's Ana Longoria has the story.

The Washtenaw County Health Department has released its Maternal and Infant Health Report. The data reveals various disparities in the community. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Over 60 community leaders and service agencies got together Monday to talk about racial disparities and how federal budget cuts could affect Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

More Michigan students who start a post-secondary degree or certificate are finishing within eight years. Colin Jackson has more on state data released this week.

President Trump's long-anticipated travel ban went into effect last week, marking a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks with University of Michigan lecturer at the Ford School of Public Policy about the implications of this controversial measure for local students and universities in Washtenaw County.