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Dwight Burdette/Wikipedia Media CommonsThere was a time when many thought of libraries as simplay a place to check out books and to study quietly. No more. While you can still do both of those things, libraries have become much more. They are a center of community engagement and have programs designed to inspire a love of lifelong learning. WEMU's David Fair talked with Ypsilanti District Library director Lisa Hoenig about its growing role in the community. -
Peter Dazeley/Getty ImagesNo new policy regarding student access to cell phones in Ann Arbor Public Schools will come before the new school year. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The City of Ypsilanti has awarded $10,000 in grants to three local organizations serving young people in the area. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Researchers have confirmed the names of 106 people whose remains are buried in Ypsilanti Township’s Woodlawn Cemetery, the only documented Black cemetery in Washtenaw County. As WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, the search is on to find a lot more. -
There is some concern in the local community about Ann Arbor Public Schools' (AAPS) move to phase out certain world languages from some of its schools. Staffing challenges and shifting trends in language education are driving the changes. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Pittsfield Township Planning Commission has approved new regulations to crack down on short-term rentals (STRs). WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
The state of Michigan has started recruiting businesses for a new pilot program aimed at improving workplace mental health. Colin Jackson has more. -
Hundreds of people lined up Thursday morning for Eastern Michigan University’s annual “Thankful to Go” Thanksgiving food giveaway. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Trinity Health Hospital in Ann Arbor, working with the Interfaith Hospitality Network, has opened Alpha House East on its campus for families experiencing homelessness. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
It's a magical time at your favorite movie houses with the opening of the next "Wicked" film! WEMU's David Fair talks all about a series of Wicked-style events at the State Theatre with Marquee Arts cinema programming director Nick Alderink. Plus, they provide a rundown of the many other new films and special screenings coming to Ann Arbor in the coming days! -
The Pittsfield Township Planning Commission is expected to vote tonight on new restrictions regarding short-term rental properties. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Washtenaw County Sheriff Alyshia Dyer presented a budget update to the Board of Commissioners Wednesday night. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Those in the transgender community gather today to remember fellow trans people who have lost their lives due to self-harm or violence. Locally, there’s a growing unease among trans people about their safety due to recent political and medical decisions. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is pushing back against Republican allegations that she is refusing to cooperate with legislative election oversight efforts. We have more from Rick Pluta.
