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We are halfway into Black History Month, and today, WEMU's Caroline MacGregor was joined by City of Ann Arbor Police Chief Andre Anderson. A 34-year law enforcement veteran with a reputation for facilitating community dialogue in the goal to end racial injustice, he joined the department a year ago. He served on the President's Task Force on 21st-Century Policing, and his work was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington, D.C.

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.

Washtenaw County officials and volunteers are preparing to accept funding requests from local organizations that are working to address social issues. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

In a ruling released Tuesday, the Michigan Court of Appeals says the City of Taylor must comply with a Freedom of Information Act request seeking police misconduct reports. We have more from Rick Pluta.

The short documentary film "A Ripple in Ann Arbor" tells the story of the search for a serial rapist in Ann Arbor in the 1990s. The film explores the invasive tactics and racial profiling used by police to find the perpetrator and the innocent man who took the city to court to expose these tactics and reclaim his dignity. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks to Ann Arbor City Council member Cynthia Harrison about the film, which will be released November 9, in a truth and reconciliation event at the Michigan Theater.

"Colorism" is a mixed-media installation that uses video, photography, tactile elements, and montage to explore how racial categorizations and colorism shape privileges and prejudices. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks with U-M Professor Rogerio Pinto about an evening of storytelling at Detroit’s Charles H. Wright Museum this Friday evening, September 19th at 7:30 PM.

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.

Billboards have appeared near the University of Michigan campus to raise awareness about safety for Jewish students. WEMU's Ana Longoria reports.

Michigan House Democrats are trying to censure a Republican lawmaker for a speech they claim was racist. Colin Jackson has more.

Chelsea City Council member Bill Ruddock apologized during this week’s city council meeting for a remark he made during a heated exchange with a local resident in March. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.