washtenaw county

It’s been more than a year since Manchester resident Paul Whelan returned home after being imprisoned by Russia on what he and U.S. officials call bogus espionage charges. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Whelan about his experience and difficulties assimilating back into the U.S. since his release.

The long-awaited Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center is getting closer to construction. County officials have been showing off renderings and asking what the public wants to see there. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Local Republicans and Democrats in Washtenaw County are raising concerns about the future of political discourse in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

Bikers and hikers lined up on the bridge over the Huron River Friday morning to cut the ribbon and open Ann Arbor’s Broadway Park West. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has issued a fall deer season driving advisory for the next several months. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness month, the Washtenaw County Health Department is highlighting resources to help people at risk of taking their own lives. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels (YMOW) plays a vital role in keeping seniors across the community fed, connected, and supported. As federal and local funding streams face uncertainty, YMOW is faces rising demand for services. Lee Van Roth discussed the challenges with YMOW president and CEO, Barbara Niess-May.

The Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office has brought charges against the two employees of The Beer Cooler in Ypsilanti over an alleged assault of a woman caught on video. The incident has brought forth some deeper problems facing the community. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Ypsilanti residents will be receiving new trash cans from the city in an effort to standardize trash collection. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Ann Arbor Democrat Jeff Irwin says Michigan needs to change the formula it uses to fund local road construction. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.