Ypsilanti

Have you ever wondered exactly what happens to your trash, recyclables and compost after you throw it away? WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor explored the answers with Lydia McMullen-Laird. She is the co-founder of Ann Arbor-based ZeroWaste.org. They discussed whether progress is being made in Washtenaw County, and whether there is a likelihood of regression, given rollbacks in environmental investments at the state and federal level.

Ypsilanti Community High School has officially been authorized as an international baccalaureate career-related program school. It's a milestone that expands college credit opportunities, hands-on learning and career pathways for students. This designation is also a key step in the district's broader magnet school vision aimed at preparing scholars for life success. Lee Van Roth talked all about it with YCS director of special projects and magnet schools, Turquoise Neal.

The future of Water Street was the topic during a virtual meeting held Tuesday evening by Ypsilanti officials. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Perry Elementary School in Ypsilanti was briefly locked down this morning after reports of gunshots in the area. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor reports.

What constitutes fine dining can be a matter of taste and personal preference. Perhaps a Michelin star restaurant meets your definition. But more and more, food critics are following the lead of the masses and flocking to food trucks. They’ve become quite popular in Washtenaw County, and over the weekend, food truck operators brought their best in the second annual Food Truck Warz in Ypsilanti Township. WEMU’s John Stockwell was there and provides a tasty report.

Ypsilanti Community Schools may have to seek loans to keep operating if the state doesn’t pass a budget by October 1. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Ypsilanti City Council for the first time held a type of hearing Tuesday night they hope never have to participate in again. As WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, it was over the termination of a well-known employee.

The Ypsilanti City Council has voted to establish a new ad-hoc tenants’ rights committee to address housing instability and other matters. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Ypsilanti is looking to give a boost to stargazing while aiding wildlife. The City Council tonight will take a first look at a Dark Sky Compliance Ordinance. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The state budget hasn’t been passed yet, but all indications are that it will include significant cuts to social safety net programs. That will have impacts throughout the community, including at The Corner Health Center in Ypsilanti. WEMU's David Fair checked in with the center's CEO, Alex Plum, and discussed how he is preparing for the known and the unknown.