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A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.

Episode Date
Unraveling the mysteries & misconceptions of Detroit’s famed Masonic Temple
Oct 21, 2024
You never know who you're going to meet along the way — So have a seat and listen
Apr 26, 2024
After years of planning , the NFL Draft has finally arrived in Detroit. And the city has rolled out the red carpet to the world
Apr 25, 2024
Trillions of cicadas will blanket the Midwest this spring. And for some people, that means dinner is served
Apr 24, 2024
Could alcohol detection technology have prevented another drunk driving tragedy?
Apr 23, 2024
Experts say climate change is happening right here in Metro Detroit. So what should we be doing to preserve our planet?
Apr 22, 2024
Its image has come to define our city, but there's still a lot you don't know about the Spirit of Detroit
Apr 19, 2024
Detroit officials say they are ready to host the NFL Draft. Are they really?
Apr 18, 2024
Heartbreak in Hockeytown — Will the Red Wings ever return to Stanley Cup winning form?
Apr 17, 2024
Why is GM leaving the Renaissance Center, and what comes next for city's iconic building?
Apr 16, 2024
It's been almost 2,000 days since Metro Detroit's Paul Whelan was arrested. How many more days will it be until he's a free man?
Apr 12, 2024
Two Nigerian men have been extradited to Michigan in a sextortion case that led a teen to suicide
Apr 11, 2024
"I'm saying it's corrupt to the core" — DTE has been more aggressive in rate hikes in recent years. Should that be allowed?
Apr 10, 2024
Could GM's next car debut on the moon?
Apr 09, 2024
"I think the judge is going to send a message." — Ahead of sentencing, what will happen to James and Jennifer Crumbley?
Apr 08, 2024
The saying 'Ain't no party like a Detroit party cause a Detroit party don't stop' isn't just a saying, it's reality
Apr 05, 2024
Sure, it'll be dark — But here's what else will happen during the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse
Apr 04, 2024
Would the MC5 be a hit? Would marijuana be legal? The answer might be 'no' if not for John Sinclair
Apr 03, 2024
A record number of shipwrecks were discovered in Lake Michigan in 2023 — What is driving the surge in discoveries?
Apr 02, 2024
Amanda Moore raised over 160 children, including one of the most important members of the Motown legacy. Why have you never heard of her?
Mar 29, 2024
"For one week, we got to be at the top of that mountain." The Golden Grizzlies reached new heights this season — What comes next?
Mar 28, 2024
A stunning bridge collapse following a shipping accident turned deadly in Maryland. Could the same thing happen here in Michigan?
Mar 27, 2024
The Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots are a nearly $2B combined -- How much good could you do with that money?
Mar 26, 2024
A Detroit chocolatier is looking for a group of people that not only helped her start her business -- they also saved her life
Mar 25, 2024
Two former Detroit Lions are using cannabis to change the way we manage pain. And now it has gone mainstream
Mar 22, 2024
NCAA bracket pools are a cultural phenomenon. Has the legalization of sports gambling made them irrelevant?
Mar 21, 2024
Detroit is just about a month away from hosting the NFL Draft, which has local officials seeing green. But how do we measure the impact of big events?
Mar 20, 2024
Uncovering the cause of the deadly explosions that rocked Clinton Township: What do we know, and what remains a mystery?
Mar 19, 2024
The son of two Oakland basketball players is writing a story of his own as the Golden Grizzlies head to the NCAA Tournament
Mar 18, 2024
What on Earth are the Taylor Police Department's new robot dogs?
Mar 17, 2024
Everybody in the U.S. is Irish for a day on St. Patrick's Day. But why?
Mar 15, 2024
A popular Metro Detroit craft brewery is closing. Is the rest of the industry on notice?
Mar 14, 2024
On this 313 Day, how much do we love Detroit? Let's count the ways!
Mar 13, 2024
From Science fiction to science fact — Meet the Taylor Police Department's new robot dogs
Mar 12, 2024
On this day in 2020, the world came to a grinding halt. Four years since COVID shattered lives, how are we still trying to put back the pieces?
Mar 11, 2024
Americans get scammed out of $8 billion annually. Do we only have ourselves to blame?
Mar 08, 2024
There are very few stay-at-home parents these days. So why is our school system set up like there is?
Mar 07, 2024
The measles is one of the most contagious viruses on the planet. So why are vaccination rates plummeting across Michigan?
Mar 06, 2024
With the Red Wings in the thick of the playoff hunt, will Steve Yzerman be Detroit's savior again?
Mar 05, 2024
James Crumbley heads to trial for manslaughter in the Oxford High School shooting. Will he too face decades in prison?
Mar 04, 2024
"Everybody is supporting us all of the time" -- How Metro Detroiters propelled a duo to social media stardom
Mar 03, 2024
Sure, Charles Lindbergh was the most famous person alive. But did you know his mother was a pioneering Detroiter?
Mar 01, 2024
Michigan’s sturgeon population is on the rise. So why is the federal government talking about coming in and taking over?
Feb 29, 2024
Tornadoes and a 50 degree temperature swing in February — Is it time to change the way we think about winter in Michigan?
Feb 28, 2024
What’s driving the drastic rise in the number of kids and young adults who are using antidepressants?
Feb 27, 2024
Michigan's Presidential Primary: What it means for Trump and Biden
Feb 27, 2024
How can someone be 40 years old and 10 at the same time? We'll find out this Leap Day
Feb 26, 2024
The first 3D printed home in Michigan is now for sale. Is it the answer to the housing crisis?
Feb 23, 2024
What's the deal with all the fish fries in Metro Detroit? People line up by the hundreds to indulge during Lent
Feb 22, 2024
In the wake of the Kansas City shooting, what's being done to assure 300,000 people are safe in Detroit during the NFL Draft?
Feb 20, 2024
School threats have skyrocketed in Metro Detroit. Is it up to parents, schools or kids to put a stop to it?
Feb 15, 2024
Gen Z-ers say they're having a hard time finding love. Have dating apps ruined dating?
Feb 14, 2024
Your Michigan state tax form is going to ask you to become an organ donor
Feb 13, 2024
'This is like the Super Bowl of the donut world' -- While the world observes Fat Tuesday, it's Paczki Day in Metro Detroit
Feb 12, 2024
From Montgomery to Michigan: The incredible story of how the Rosa Parks Bus ended up at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn
Feb 09, 2024
How did the 'Macumb Daily' become Metro Detroit's very own version of The Onion?
Feb 08, 2024
A jury found Jennifer Crumbley responsible for her son shooting and killing four classmates. Should parents be worried?
Feb 07, 2024
Michigan's safe storage law takes effect on Feb. 13 — What does it mean for gun owners, and how are people reacting?
Feb 06, 2024
Earl 'The Twirl' Cureton is the godfather of basketball in Detroit. And now the community is left without its greatest ambassador
Feb 05, 2024
Michigan's roads are in rough shape. To fund repairs, is a road usage charge the answer?
Feb 02, 2024
As President Biden visits Michigan, his popularity is cratering. Is there anything he can do to turn things around? Or is it too late?
Feb 01, 2024
'It is a huge symbol of Detroit's recovery' — The Dodge Fountain in Hart Plaza is about to get a multimillion dollar upgrade
Jan 31, 2024
Nearly 50% of Americans have a 'side hustle' — What's driving this trend?
Jan 30, 2024
An all-time great Lions season ended with a brutal gut punch. So... now what?
Jan 29, 2024
The success of the Lions has led to a lot of hot takes about the city itself. What is it about Detroit that people get so wrong?
Jan 26, 2024
Experts say flying in America is safe. So why did a door blow off a commercial jet mid-flight?
Jan 25, 2024
As her trial begins, will Jennifer Crumbley spend decades behind bars for murders her son committed?
Jan 24, 2024
Detroit Lions fans used to chant 'sell the team' — Has Sheila Ford Hamp saved the Ford family's reputation?
Jan 23, 2024
Northville Downs, the last horse racing track in Michigan, is closing — Is this the end of the sport in our state?
Jan 22, 2024
Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell has led Detroit to its first playoff win in 32 years — Why did he succeed, when so many other regimes failed?
Jan 19, 2024
Potholes cost Michigan drivers thousands of dollars a year. Is enough being done to improve our roads?
Jan 18, 2024
An army of 2 billion Gen Alpha kids will grow up to rule the world. So who are they?
Jan 17, 2024
Schools canceled, plows hit the roads: Metro Detroit responds to 2024's first big winter blast
Jan 16, 2024
Data breaches are becoming more and more common. So, why aren't companies being held accountable?
Jan 12, 2024
A 'bomb cyclone' is taking aim at Metro Detroit — What is that, and why are we seeing it after a mild start to winter?
Jan 11, 2024
A Michigan mom of 8 has been missing for over a year. Was she murdered?
Jan 10, 2024
Detroit's football team has a chance to end the 'Same Old Lions' curse forever this weekend. Will they overcome decades of failure?
Jan 08, 2024
Amid infighting, reports say the Michigan GOP is on the verge of bankruptcy. Will that cost Donald Trump the White House in 2024?
Jan 05, 2024
Cops got raises in Detroit — Is that why the city saw a huge drop in crime in 2023?
Jan 04, 2024
Michigan is having a record-breakingly mild winter. Is this permanent?
Jan 03, 2024
The elusive bobcat may already be around you — How common is this predator in Michigan, and should you be concerned?
Jan 02, 2024
A beachside ghost town that vanished 150 years ago, buried in sand: The story of Singapore, Michigan
Dec 29, 2023
To zipper merge or not to zipper merge? If you ask experts and police, there really is no argument
Dec 28, 2023
Orson Starr and his family were among Royal Oak’s founders. And some may have never left the family home
Dec 27, 2023
Nesting right here in Metro Detroit, the once endangered peregrine falcon captivates thousands
Dec 26, 2023
After 15 years of "It's So Cold in the D", it's time to give T-Baby the credit she deserves
Dec 22, 2023
Technically, the U.S. is not in a recession. Despite that, many Americans are being crushed by the 'silent recession'
Dec 21, 2023
Former Novi resident and Russian prisoner Paul Whelan says the U.S. government has let him down. After five years in custody, will Paul Whelan ever be free?
Dec 20, 2023
Detroit Lions fans are outraged over colossal rise in season ticket prices — Should they be?
Dec 19, 2023
From the railway to the red carpet, how did Detroit’s Carhartt brand become such a global phenomenon?
Dec 18, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Forget Christmas – It’s almost Sandwich Week in Detroit!
Dec 17, 2023
Will President Biden's response to the war in Gaza cost him a victory in Michigan come 2024?
Dec 15, 2023
After her murder rocked the nation, will justice be served in the case of Jewish leader Samantha Woll?
Dec 14, 2023
Christmas is usually a time filled with togetherness. But what about the almost 1 million Michiganders who will spend the holiday alone?
Dec 13, 2023
Some automakers are being 'cautious' with EVs -- Why are they backpedaling on their production goals?
Dec 12, 2023
The mother of 4-year old D'Wan Sims said he disappeared from a Metro Detroit shopping mall 29 years ago. Will he ever be found?
Dec 11, 2023
Detroit style pizza is big right now. But Metropolitan is giving love to another style
Dec 10, 2023
The number of senior drivers is sharply rising in Michigan. Should there be an age limit on having a license?
Dec 08, 2023
Millions of dollars have been brazenly stolen from dozens of Oakland County mansions. Who is behind it?
Dec 07, 2023
The Oxford High School shooting changed Metro Detroit forever. So, will Ethan Crumbley spend the rest of his life in prison?
Dec 06, 2023
A former US diplomat has been charged as a Cuban spy — How did Victor Manuel Rocha hide in plain sight for 40 years?
Dec 05, 2023
Quantum computing could trigger either a technological revolution or a nightmare. The thing is, scientists aren't exactly sure which
Dec 04, 2023
The conversation about public transit in Michigan usually goes nowhere. Dan Gilbert thinks he can change that
Dec 01, 2023
Just how dangerous is artificial intelligence? Or will it be helpful? Nobody really knows
Nov 30, 2023
Gov. Whitmer just signed a package of climate change bills. But some experts say this won't do anything
Nov 29, 2023
Whitmer has scheduled Michigan's special election for January — Is that too soon for clerks and candidates?
Nov 28, 2023
There were almost 40K winter related crashes in Michigan last year. And experts say each one was preventable
Nov 27, 2023
Lakeside in Sterling Heights IS still open. At least for now. What does the short and long-term future hold for the massive mall?
Nov 24, 2023
How did Detroit become the only city in America to get a national parade & NFL game on Thanksgiving?
Nov 22, 2023
Detroit is the Motor City, yet this vital car part is made mostly in China — Why are we working so hard to change that?
Nov 21, 2023
Barry Sanders is one of the most beloved athletes in Detroit history. But with his greatness comes a complicated legacy
Nov 20, 2023
Michigan lawmakers don't work full-time hours in Lansing. So, why do they make a full-time wage?
Nov 17, 2023
Major Magic's was an institution for Metro Detroit kids in the 80s and 90s. But is it gone forever?
Nov 16, 2023
The unique history of the Big Heads: a Detroit Thanksgiving tradition
Nov 15, 2023
Deer baiting is banned, again, across the entire Lower Peninsula as rifle season begins — Is this the right thing for Michigan?
Nov 14, 2023
"My Oreo is smaller!" — How many of the products you buy are suffering from shrinkflation?
Nov 13, 2023
From Kingsley with love — 64-foot Christmas tree makes 250-mile journey to Detroit's Campus Martius
Nov 10, 2023
The UAW is in line for massive financial gain after their 6-week strike against the Detroit 3. Does that mean the strike worked?
Nov 09, 2023
After 30 years, the "Gibraltar Man" is getting an upgrade — but how did he become one of Metro Detroit’s most recognizable faces?
Nov 08, 2023
Michigan is short an estimated 1,000 EMS workers — What's causing the shortage, and how do we fix it?
Nov 07, 2023
As drone use becomes commonplace, does the U.S. need a new law to rein in the danger?
Nov 06, 2023
Halloween may be over, but you can still see costumes in Detroit this weekend -- What is Youmacon and how has it evolved?
Nov 03, 2023
The next presidential election is right around the corner, but will former President Trump even appear on the ballot in Michigan?
Nov 02, 2023
The University of Michigan football program is accused of cheating in a way ripped out of a spy thriller
Nov 01, 2023
From Houdini's death in Detroit to haunted bars and cemeteries -- These are Michigan's scariest ghost stories
Oct 31, 2023
What happened to Devil's Night? Detroit goes from 800 fires on the night before Halloween to 5
Oct 30, 2023
Nearly 100 years after Harry Houdini died in Detroit on Halloween, does his spirit still haunt the city?
Oct 27, 2023
Wintertime is big business in Michigan. But could a mild winter outlook dampen businesses across the state?
Oct 26, 2023
Michigan is one of 33 states suing Meta — Does social media really hurt children's mental health?
Oct 25, 2023
The Two Way Inn has been a Detroit institution since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits
Oct 24, 2023
If Samantha Woll's murder isn't a hate crime, why was the prominent Detroit Jewish leader stabbed to death at her home?
Oct 23, 2023
Friendly ghosts & feather bowling: The Cadieux Café is one of the most "spirited" haunts in Detroit
Oct 20, 2023
Domestic violence is spiking in Michigan. What's being done to help save lives before it's too late?
Oct 19, 2023
Is keeping a close eye on your kids actually hurting them? New law would change what qualifies as child neglect in Michigan
Oct 18, 2023
The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history
Oct 17, 2023
Is it safe these days for kids to go trick-or-treating? Experts and parents disagree
Oct 16, 2023
Pere Cheney is Michigan’s own 'haunted' ghost town – but was a curse to blame for its devastating downfall?
Oct 13, 2023
All of Michigan beginning to feel the financial squeeze as UAW strike against the Detroit Three hits one month
Oct 12, 2023
The Jewish and Muslim communities are intertwined in Metro Detroit. How does the area move forward following violence in the Middle East?
Oct 11, 2023
Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?
Oct 10, 2023
Should medical cannabis be allowed in Michigan K-12 schools? Two lawmakers think so
Oct 09, 2023
As important as physical fitness is, experts say we shouldn't forget about mental fitness
Oct 08, 2023
Orson Starr and his family were among Royal Oak’s founders. And some may have never left the family home
Oct 06, 2023
One of Michigan's most recognizable figures wears checkered overalls and holds a hamburger. But what's next for the storied Big Boy franchise might surprise you
Oct 05, 2023
From natural disasters to doomsday — Here's how people are prepping for the worst
Oct 04, 2023
Are Jennifer and James Crumbley responsible for the deaths of four students? The court of public opinion says one thing, but experts aren't so sure
Oct 03, 2023
What does it mean to be a 'real man'? The youth at the Cave of Adullum in Detroit are working every day to change the definition
Oct 02, 2023
As we say 'Gracias, Miggy', how did a kid from Venezuela become one of the most legendary figures in Detroit history?
Sep 29, 2023
Detroit's Tamera Williams has landed on the U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted — How do fugitives just vanish?
Sep 28, 2023
Police pursuits have grown increasingly deadly. Now, law enforcement experts say departments should dial back on chases
Sep 27, 2023
Every great city is carried by great leaders. In Detroit, a group is working to uplift and honor Black leadership across Michigan
Sep 26, 2023
When describing Metro Detroit communities like Dearborn, is the term ‘Middle Eastern’ too generic?
Sep 25, 2023
License plate readers are popping up across Metro Detroit — Police say it'll reduce crime, but drivers are worried about privacy
Sep 22, 2023
Detroit has too many empty office buildings, hurting the downtown economy. Could the solution help bring down housing costs?
Sep 21, 2023
Debate ensues after historic Eastern Market building partially collapses -- Demolish or preserve it?
Sep 20, 2023
As numbers tick up, concerns over COVID-19 are rising among some. What are the odds that lockdowns return?
Sep 19, 2023
"I've never seen it this crazy" — The Detroit Lions have always had a strong tailgating culture. But this season fans say things are different
Sep 18, 2023
The UAW has gone on strike before — but this time it's different. In the end, who will give in?
Sep 15, 2023
Kmart is long gone in Michigan save for the massive, abandoned headquarters in Troy. But all of that is about to change
Sep 14, 2023
Is the answer to Michigan's severe teacher shortage bringing back retired teachers?
Sep 13, 2023
There are nearly 10 million open jobs in America today. Is that because people don't want to work anymore?
Sep 12, 2023
Following the Larry Nassar scandal, a new ugly question arises: Did Michigan State's football coach sexually harass a victim of sexual violence?
Sep 11, 2023
“It’s a chance to let your freak flag fly” – Dally in the Alley’s inclusivity in the Cass Corridor keeps it uniquely Detroit
Sep 08, 2023
Experts say illegal firearms are a huge problem in Michigan. What's the best way to get them out of the wrong hands?
Sep 07, 2023
College football isn't the only thing back — esports are, too. How did esports become so popular?
Sep 06, 2023
Want your child to get the most out of youth sports? Kids say check your behavior at the door -- and experts agree
Sep 05, 2023
Best Of: Euchre is intrinsically tied to Michiganders' identities -- Why is the game so popular in the Midwest?
Sep 01, 2023
After dominating in the NFL, former Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson and Rob Sims are looking to dominate another field -- the cannabis industry
Aug 31, 2023
The UAW overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike — How high is the risk of strike as the deadline approaches?
Aug 30, 2023
Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield may want Mayor Mike Duggan's job
Aug 29, 2023
As Michigan looks for green energy sources, is the answer more or less nuclear power in the state?
Aug 28, 2023
It’s not just about the accent – How Ryan Redoute has found fame by becoming ‘That Michigan Guy’ on social media
Aug 27, 2023
Ope! Experts say the Michigan accent is fading. But where is it going? And why?
Aug 25, 2023
"It's just flooding everywhere...like I've never had to deal with." Travelers stranded as torrential downpours shut down Detroit Metro Airport
Aug 24, 2023
The cost of living is soaring -- How much blame can be placed on the pandemic and when will we see relief?
Aug 23, 2023
What kind of fall can Michiganders expect? And how much of the answer is dependent on climate change?
Aug 22, 2023
Michigan public school kids will now get access to free breakfast and lunch. How big a difference will that make for 1.4 MILLION students?
Aug 21, 2023
The secrets and treasures hidden inside the Belle Isle Aquarium — a true jewel of Detroit
Aug 18, 2023
The Woodward Dream Cruise may be the most quintessential Michigan event. But cruising is about far more than just cars
Aug 17, 2023
Disaster nearly struck when a plane crashed at Thunder Over Michigan — Are air shows worth the risk?
Aug 16, 2023
After his latest indictment, former President Trump is facing 700+ years in prison. What role has Michigan played in his legal woes?
Aug 15, 2023
"There was panic happening" -- On the 20th anniversary, Metro Detroiters recall stories of the 2003 blackout
Aug 14, 2023
Legendary television anchor Mort Crim talks life, loss, fame and a burning love for the Motor City
Aug 13, 2023
'It's all because of the people' -- Mort Crim reflects on a career in television and the love he still has for Detroiters, 25+ years into retirement
Aug 11, 2023
"If people are fearful, that's a problem." Michigan black bear season begins in September — Why do we hunt them?
Aug 10, 2023
It has been well over a year since Zion Foster disappeared. Her cousin admitted to dumping her body -- but did he kill her?
Aug 09, 2023
Beyond Selfridge, how did Macomb County become Michigan's 'arsenal of defense'?
Aug 08, 2023
Fewer people are taking back their returnables. Is it time to scrap Michigan's 50-year-old bottle deposit law?
Aug 07, 2023
In the span of 20 years, how did the Detroit Riverfront go from an industrial wasteland to a globally recognized public space?
Aug 04, 2023
As Campus Martius turns 20, we remember the driving force that brought drastic changes to Downtown Detroit
Aug 03, 2023
'Depot Dogs' are back at Home Depot stores in Metro Detroit — What makes this hardware store hotdog so iconic?
Aug 02, 2023
Michiganders will see a Super Moon AND a Blue Moon this month. And while fascinating, can the moon really change your mood?
Aug 01, 2023
On the 36th anniversary of the first ride, does the Detroit People Mover deserve the hate it gets?
Jul 31, 2023
"'I realized that if I stayed, I was going to die.' -- New testimony reveals the heroics of some of the teenagers inside of Oxford High School the day of the November 2021 shooting
Jul 28, 2023
Lake St. Clair is one of Michigan's gems. But some are worried that the secret might be out and that could usher in unwelcome changes
Jul 27, 2023
Euchre is intrinsically tied with Michiganders' identities -- Why is the game so popular in the Midwest?
Jul 26, 2023
While they debate renaming Hart Plaza, we looked into what's so special about this space in the heart of Detroit
Jul 25, 2023
Stellantis says it’s cleaned up the Mack Assembly Plant. But east side Detroit residents say the plant is poisoning them
Jul 24, 2023
From Alabama to European Soccer: USA's Chris Richards talks coming to Detroit with Crystal Palace
Jul 23, 2023
Junk food or Michigan treasures? On National Junk Food Day, Michiganders embrace their favorite snack brands
Jul 21, 2023
There has been a lot of talk about prostitution in Metro Detroit lately — Is it time to legalize it?
Jul 20, 2023
Grosse Pointe Shores is debating banning pit bulls — Are breed bans effective?
Jul 19, 2023
Detroit is 10 years removed from the biggest municipal bankruptcy in US history. A decade later, is Detroit better off?
Jul 18, 2023
Detroit is getting millions to install cameras on the freeways — Is this an invasion of your privacy?
Jul 17, 2023
Michigan's population is in somewhat of a free-fall. Can the state's new "Chief Growth Officer" turn things around?
Jul 16, 2023
A beachside ghost town that vanished 150 years ago, buried in sand: The story of Singapore, Michigan
Jul 14, 2023
An ongoing problem: Tons of people are moving away from Michigan — How do we fix it?
Jul 13, 2023
Macomb County beaches are constantly closing due to e. coli — What can be done to fix this aggravating problem for good?
Jul 12, 2023
Michigan doesn’t have the death penalty. But that might not matter for the man accused of killing 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith
Jul 11, 2023
The Queen of Soul has gotten her R-E-S-P-E-C-T. But who should get Aretha Franklin's $80M estate? The battle between her sons has just begun
Jul 10, 2023
New Ann Arbor ordinance prevents police from pulling drivers over for minor offenses — Is this the right move?
Jul 07, 2023
I-75 getting a carpool lane — Is this something Michigan needs to help reduce traffic?
Jul 06, 2023
4th of July is practically synonymous with fireworks — But should Michiganders be allowed nearly a week to shoot them off?
Jul 05, 2023
How did the 'Old English D' go beyond a baseball cap to become the symbol of Detroit pride?
Jul 03, 2023
As 1M+ Michiganders hit the roads this holiday, they have a new law to follow. Here's what you need to know
Jul 02, 2023
There is a lot of excitement over online and sports gambling in Michigan. But with such great risk, is it worth it?
Jun 30, 2023
Does it make sense to cover Detroit's vacant acres with solar farms? The mayor promises lucrative benefits for residents
Jun 29, 2023
Michigan is receiving $1.5 billion to bring high-speed internet to every resident -- Here's how, and why
Jun 28, 2023
Doctors are sounding the alarm about malaria in the U.S. Just because it's not in Michigan (yet) doesn't mean we don’t have anything to worry about
Jun 27, 2023
Critics say the old distracted driving law in Michigan didn't do enough. Can a new law fix that without going too far?
Jun 26, 2023
For the last 50 years, Alice Cooper has been transforming rock-and-roll. And at 75, the Godfather of Shock Rock is showing no signs of slowing down
Jun 25, 2023
Lakeside in Sterling Heights IS still open. At least for now. What does the short and long-term future hold for the massive mall?
Jun 23, 2023
60 years after the Detroit Walk To Freedom, the lore of the Shrine of the Black Madonna looms as largely as ever
Jun 22, 2023
There are roughly 1,500 shipwrecks in the Great Lakes — Why is exploring them so alluring?
Jun 21, 2023
To zipper merge or not to zipper merge? If you ask experts and police, there really is no argument
Jun 20, 2023
Tens of thousands of dollars have been spent so Governor Whitmer can push European companies to come to Michigan. Is it worth it?
Jun 19, 2023
Christy McDonald talks life, love and advocacy after the 2020 death of her husband, Jamie Samuelsen
Jun 18, 2023
Detroit is usually a melting pot for different cultures, so what happened to the founding French?
Jun 16, 2023
Should humans intervene in nature? It was intervention saved the wolves of Isle Royale
Jun 15, 2023
Experts say Michigan's state flag is ineffective. Is it time to change the almost 200-year old state flag?
Jun 14, 2023
There was no Hollywood ending to Michigan's film incentives. Now some lawmakers are trying to bring them back
Jun 13, 2023
Why don't men go to the doctor as often as women? The answer has little to do with being a 'tough guy'
Jun 12, 2023
Though he remains popular in Michigan, could Donald Trump be barred from office if convicted on new charges?
Jun 09, 2023
The Beatles. The Rolling Stones. Michael Jackson. They've all played Detroit. But experts say Taylor Swift 'might be bigger'
Jun 08, 2023
Belle Isle's beaches were closed for two days because of E. coli, and that has experts scratching their heads
Jun 07, 2023
As congress debates mandating AM radios in new vehicles -- is the debate about radio? Or is it proof of how fierce the affordable EV competition is?
Jun 06, 2023
‘Michigan is a tinderbox right now’ – After wildfire scorches Grayling, what’s the fire risk here in Metro Detroit?
Jun 05, 2023
Some of Detroit’s most famous rooftops are home to millions of honeybees — and they’re helping create a stronger environment
Jun 02, 2023
Nothing says 'Motor City' like cars whipping around Downtown Detroit at 200 mph
Jun 01, 2023
We need to protect Earth's ozone layer, right? But we don't want to breathe it in Metro Detroit
May 31, 2023
As wrong-way driving deaths pile up on Michigan freeways, here is what experts say is to blame
May 30, 2023
Is the Giant Slide at Belle Isle a nostalgic treasure or harbinger of doom? Why can’t it be both?
May 26, 2023
What's with the Ohio tourism signs popping up in downtown Detroit?
May 25, 2023
After 100 years of neglect, the dam on Wixom Lake failed, forcing the evacuation of 10,000 people — Three years later, has anything changed?
May 24, 2023
Experts say youth sports are great for the development of children. Unless parents show up to pick fights with officials and each other
May 23, 2023
'Will they pay their bills or not?' As the U.S. heads toward a debt crisis, Michigan could suffer catastrophic consequences if the country defaults
May 22, 2023
Motown? Yes. Detroit Rock City? Of course. But how did the heart of the Rustbelt become a hotbed for country music?
May 19, 2023
It's 'hunting season' for morel mushrooms in Michigan — What makes this elusive fungus so sought after?
May 18, 2023
Why are Metro Detroiters saying goodbye to a pair of polar bear cubs from the Detroit Zoo that have captured their hearts?
May 17, 2023
Who wants to be a cop? Police departments in Michigan having trouble finding new recruits are changing their tactics
May 16, 2023
After 100 years of fun and 20 years of collecting dust, what's next for the long-abandoned Belle Isle Zoo?
May 15, 2023
A mysterious box of ashes discovered Downriver reminds us: Thousands of missing persons cases in Michigan remain unsolved
May 12, 2023
A proposed rule by the U.S. government could save you money when you fly — Here's what travelers can expect
May 11, 2023
Younger generations of Michiganders can be heard complaining about 'adulting' -- Is that because nobody taught them how to do it?
May 10, 2023
"I'm going to k*** myself right now" -- How a 'sextortion' case from Nigeria led a Michigan teen to take his own life
May 09, 2023
After a mysterious illness killed a local kindergartner, should Metro Detroit parents be worried?
May 08, 2023
If Cinco de Mayo is about celebrating Mexican-American pride, every day is Cinco de Mayo in Southwest Detroit
May 05, 2023
One of Michigan's pandemic-era laws may become permanent -- Did COVID-19 change how businesses operate forever?
May 04, 2023
Experts say loneliness is the next deadly health epidemic in the U.S. Think a social life can save you? Think again
May 03, 2023
First Republic Bank just became the 2nd biggest bank failure in U.S. history -- Is your money at risk?
May 02, 2023
A popular surgeon found dead, stuffed in the attic of his sprawling Detroit mansion: Mystery surrounds the murder of Dr. Devon Hoover
May 01, 2023
Did you know that in Michigan, getting drunk on a train or hitting on a lady can land you in handcuffs? And the outdated laws don't stop there
Apr 28, 2023
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer — Could an experimental vaccine help change that?
Apr 27, 2023
With Trump and Biden in the Presidential race, some voters are asking: How old is too old to be President?
Apr 26, 2023
Livingston County says it won't enforce Michigan's Red Flag Law -- Can individual counties defy state laws?
Apr 25, 2023
A new drug commonly mixed in with opioids can eat your flesh BEFORE it kills you. What is being done to take Tranq off of Michigan streets?
Apr 24, 2023
Why are vinyl records so popular? The answer can be found in a lost Motown album discovered in an Eastpointe record store
Apr 21, 2023
Reckless driving through work zones has proven deadly — Would new laws in Michigan help prevent more?
Apr 20, 2023
$19 million in debt, experts say Highland Park 'has few options' -- Could this be the end of the century old city within-a-city?
Apr 19, 2023
Proposed rule for Title IX would add protections for transgender athletes — How could this impact school sports?
Apr 18, 2023
It was a bloody weekend in Downtown Detroit. Is that a signal of warmer weather, or a more troubling trend?
Apr 17, 2023
Experts say Michigan's state flag is ineffective. Is it time to change the almost 200-year old state flag? One lawmaker thinks so
Apr 14, 2023
Over 1 million Michigan convictions were expunged this week — And some say that helps everyone
Apr 13, 2023
Syphilis is skyrocketing here in Michigan. Once looked at as a disease of the past, why is the deadly STI rapidly spreading?
Apr 12, 2023
A push to protect pets in Michigan: Do we need an animal abuse registry?
Apr 11, 2023
Food trucks are back in Detroit. Does that mean the city is back in business for the summer?
Apr 10, 2023
How did the 'Old English D' go beyond a baseball cap to become the symbol of Detroit pride?
Apr 07, 2023
Coyotes have become a common sight in Metro Detroit — But is that actually a bad thing?
Apr 06, 2023
Most people take shelter when severe weather appears in Michigan. Unless you're a storm chaser
Apr 05, 2023
Millions of insects — including the dreaded mosquito — return to Michigan every spring. And there is nothing you can do about it
Apr 04, 2023
As complaints mount, DTE has used millions of dollars to help influence politics in Lansing on both sides of the aisle. Does that leave Michiganders out in the cold?
Apr 03, 2023
Over 3 million Michiganders are going to have to reapply for Medicaid benefits. And for some, that's a matter of life and death
Mar 31, 2023
TikTok has become a social media juggernaut -- So why is the U.S. government trying to ban it?
Mar 30, 2023
A.I. technologies are 'either a dangerous medicine with amazing side effects or an amazing medicine with dangerous side effects'. Which one is it?
Mar 29, 2023
Nobody likes blight. But has removing it in Detroit been worth the struggles with the land bank and demolition programs?
Mar 28, 2023
'I don't think it is hyperbole to say this is a new day for the UAW.' But, after decades of corruption, does that even matter?
Mar 27, 2023
Is this red goblin responsible for all the bad things that have ever happened to Detroit? Some people think so.
Mar 24, 2023
In 1997, Governor Engler closed over a dozen psychiatric hospitals — today, Michigan is still feeling the effects
Mar 23, 2023
Ramadan is a traditionally Muslim holiday. But here in Metro Detroit, the month of reflection goes beyond those who follow Islam
Mar 22, 2023
It's springtime. So that means it's allergy season here in Michigan, right? Experts say that's not exactly right
Mar 21, 2023
Woodward Avenue is going on a diet in Oakland County. Will slimming down the road make it safer?
Mar 20, 2023
Everybody in the U.S. is Irish for a day on St. Patrick's Day. But why?
Mar 17, 2023
The Detroit St. Patrick’s Day parade is one of the city’s most notable traditions. But unless something changes, the end could be near.
Mar 16, 2023
Right-to-Work is coming to an end — Will repealing the law hurt or help Michigan's workers?
Mar 15, 2023
MLB Opening Day is almost here. But, will you be able to watch the Tigers on TV this season? That's up in the air.
Mar 14, 2023
On this 313 Day -- Is it still Detroit without the 313 area code? Regardless of the answer, Detroiters are about to find out.
Mar 13, 2023
Detroit's Cass Corridor was never meant to become 'Midtown' -- So why do we call it that?
Mar 10, 2023
Detroit wants to fund community groups to help reduce violent crime in the city. Will the ‘ShotStopper’ program work?
Mar 09, 2023
Michigan has had some wild winter weather lately. Is that a result of weather patterns or climate change? Experts say 'both'
Mar 08, 2023
Best Of: Daylight Saving Time gets a lot of hate in our state — Should Michigan end the time change for good?
Mar 07, 2023
Will a new government program finally close the gap between EVs and gas powered vehicles?
Mar 06, 2023
5G cell towers in Metro Detroit: Is there a real danger? Here's what the experts say
Mar 03, 2023
Nesting right here in Metro Detroit, the once endangered peregrine falcon captivates thousands
Mar 02, 2023
Michigan just lost over $1 billion in federal food assistance, putting a million residents in the crosshairs
Mar 01, 2023
Health insurance in the U.S. can be incredibly maddening. Is greed to blame?
Feb 28, 2023
Before Dr. King marched on Washington in 1963, he had 'a dream' at the Walk to Freedom in Detroit
Feb 27, 2023
Using the power of anonymity and cash rewards -- How Crime Stoppers of Michigan helps to solve the area's most heinous crimes
Feb 24, 2023
Historic ice storm leaves more than half-a-million Michiganders without power — But the damage done is much deeper than that
Feb 23, 2023
Escaping the COVID vaccine drove a Michigan man to the South Pacific. Two years later, his family isn’t sure what happened next.
Feb 23, 2023
Following a string of violence involving local Uber and Lyft rides, just how safe is your rideshare?
Feb 21, 2023
After 15 years of "It's So Cold in the D", it's time to give T-Baby the credit she deserves
Feb 20, 2023
"No ice is ever considered safe" — Ice coverage on the Great Lakes is at an all-time low, causing dangers on Michigan waterways
Feb 17, 2023
A train derailment in Ohio nearly caused an ecological disaster — Who is to blame?
Feb 17, 2023
"Which words do I need to say to convince politicians that my life matters more than somebody's right to bear arms?" Michigan State students demand change following the shooting deaths of their classmates
Feb 15, 2023
"It was a feeling of helplessness.. The minutes turned into hours" -- Now MSU is left to pick up the pieces following another deadly school shooting in Michigan
Feb 14, 2023
Some say they are devices for spying. Or weather balloons. Still others think it might be aliens. What is happening in the skies above the U.S.?
Feb 13, 2023
One of Michigan's most accomplished pro athletes wasn't really an athlete. So, how did he get to the Super Bowl, NBA All Star game and the U.S. Open?
Feb 10, 2023
A year in The Daily J — A look back at which Metro Detroit stories grabbed us, and you
Feb 09, 2023
Is it pothole season yet? Well, if the 'super pothole' that opened up in Oakland County is an indicator, the answer is yes
Feb 08, 2023
Gov. Whitmer says immediate help is coming to Michigan taxpayers. But will $180 checks actually do anything?
Feb 07, 2023
Forget about Chinese spy balloons -- What about the Japanese World War II bomb balloon that landed in Metro Detroit?
Feb 06, 2023
Missing rappers and their friend found dead in Highland Park: What happened, and what's next?
Feb 03, 2023
Ford Field is upgrading its artificial turf to protect players. But will turf ever be as safe as natural grass fields?
Feb 02, 2023
The White Stripes, Detroit's own, headlines this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees. But, is the Rock Hall even about rock music anymore?
Feb 01, 2023
Should summer vacation in Michigan be shortened? Despite a state law, when the school year should start is up for debate
Jan 31, 2023
While Memphis PD deals with the fallout over the death of a man at the hands of the 'SCORPION' Unit, Detroiters reflect on the city's short-lived but deadly 'STRESS' unit
Jan 30, 2023
Snowy owls are used to being the predator. But here in Michigan, they can be prey to an odd enemy: Airplanes
Jan 27, 2023
Michigan is spending $25 million to add nearly 200 police officers to schools -- Is it enough to protect our students?
Jan 26, 2023
Many schools were closed due to snow in Metro Detroit on Wednesday. Should they have been?
Jan 25, 2023
Michigan looking into toll roads as answer to fixing our crumbling highways
Jan 24, 2023
You'd think that in Hockeytown, the game of hockey would be for all. But that hasn't always been the case for the city's minority youth
Jan 23, 2023
After 15 years of "It's So Cold in the D", it's time to give T-Baby the credit she deserves
Jan 20, 2023
Is the DIA harboring stolen art work? The controversy behind Van Gogh's "The Novel Reader"
Jan 19, 2023
Being cold in Michigan is far more than inconvenient, it can be deadly. The good news is, help is already here
Jan 18, 2023
Commercial auto thefts plague Metro Detroit — Why don't automakers do more to stop it?
Jan 17, 2023
Best Of: Detroit was the last stop on the Underground Railroad: the secret network that aided thousands on their journey to freedom. How did that help shape the city into what it is today?
Jan 16, 2023
Are bigger refunds coming for Michiganders? Answer to a $1 billion tax cut in Michigan could be seniors and working families
Jan 13, 2023
If you think Seasonal Depression is just about cold weather and gray skies, think again
Jan 12, 2023
A man dubbed the 'Michigan Monster' has been arrested, highlighting a major problem here in Michigan: Human Trafficking
Jan 11, 2023
Car theft is on the rise here in Michigan. Are auto manufacturers to blame? Or is it TikTok?
Jan 10, 2023
Nobody argues over how much fun it is to go Up North. But, can we agree on where it starts? Apparently not.
Jan 09, 2023
Sunday scaries. Revenge bedtime procrastination. Work Stress. Why don't Michiganders get enough sleep?
Jan 06, 2023
As Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion, what should you do if you win? Expert says 'do nothing'
Jan 05, 2023
As it turns 66, Oakland University proves that age is just a number. What's next for Metro Detroit's suburban university?
Jan 04, 2023
"What they probably thought they saw was a teammate die on the field." What happened to Damar Hamlin on Monday Night Football?
Jan 03, 2023
Haunted Detroit: The Two Way Inn has been an institution in the city since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits
Jan 02, 2023
From a symbol of despair to a beacon of hope -- How has Michigan Central Station defined Detroit over the last century?
Dec 30, 2022
Is Bigfoot real? One expert says, "Oh! Absolutely!"
Dec 29, 2022
Nothing says ‘Welcome to Detroit’ like an 80-foot tire. What’s the story behind the Motor City icon?
Dec 28, 2022
There is a group of vigilanties on the lookout in Michigan. Who are the vigilante child predator catchers?
Dec 27, 2022
Clutch: The inspiration behind Wayne County Lyfe, a Metro Detroit comedy duo on the rise
Dec 26, 2022
Not much snow, but massive storm plunges Metro Detroit into deep freeze just in time for Christmas
Dec 23, 2022
For many, the holidays are a time to gather with family. So, have you already picked your hiding spot?
Dec 22, 2022
A massive winter storm is headed toward Michigan. Will our white Christmas become a blackout?
Dec 21, 2022
'Tis the season of gift giving. But it's also the season of Grinches stealing packages. What needs to be done to stop porch pirates?
Dec 20, 2022
Keeping your house warm during Michigan winters is a must. But does your warm house come with a silent killer?
Dec 19, 2022
From traffic island to the heartbeat of the city in less than 20 years. Did Campus Martius save Downtown Detroit?
Dec 16, 2022
As Hanukkah approaches, antisemitism continues rise. What must be done to stop the hate?
Dec 15, 2022
The Ilitches say they will bring life to District Detroit...but they've said that before. Will it happen this time?
Dec 14, 2022
Fighting for, and against, raising Michigan's minimum wage: Would $12-an-hour destroy small business?
Dec 13, 2022
The Detroit Lions is widely considered to be the worst NFL franchise of all time. Is that about to change?
Dec 12, 2022
There is no 'Christmas time' in one Michigan town. Why? Because it is always the Holiday season in Frankenmuth
Dec 09, 2022
A great day for Brittney Griner was a devastating day for Novi's Paul Whelan and his family -- Will Paul ever be freed from a Russian prison?
Dec 08, 2022
A Lewis Cass statue is set to be replaced by one of Coleman Young. Who better represents the City of Detroit?
Dec 07, 2022
There has only been one wolverine sighting in Michigan in the last 200 years — What makes us "The Wolverine State"?
Dec 06, 2022
After months of sharp increases, gas prices are finally down in Michigan. Can anything be done to keep them that way?
Dec 05, 2022
Right now in Wayne County, there are over 30 people charged with murder that are free on bond. Should they be?
Dec 02, 2022
At its peak the Michigan film industry raked in almost $300M annually. Should Michigan again try to attract Hollywood dollars with tax breaks?
Dec 01, 2022
'We just happened to be dealt the sh****est hand ever.' A year after the Oxford tragedy, parents are left with more questions than answers
Nov 30, 2022
Are there words you find so terrible that you never want to hear them again? Here in Michigan, we have a solution for that
Nov 29, 2022
Michigan's Board of State Canvassers has become a venue for conspiracy theorists. Does it even need to exist?
Nov 28, 2022
Remember shopping at Toys R Us or Hudson's? Today's retailers are banking on you saying 'yes'
Nov 25, 2022
The unique history of the Big Heads: a Detroit Thanksgiving tradition
Nov 23, 2022
Friendly skies are becoming empty skies — Pilot shortage problem plaguing airlines might be unsolvable
Nov 22, 2022
Is traditional Black Friday shopping a thing of the past? Maybe not, if Gen Z has a say
Nov 21, 2022
As the World Cup gets underway, what will it take to make soccer more popular in the U-S? You might find the answer at bars across Michigan
Nov 18, 2022
Another local youth sports doctor is accused of sexually abusing dozens of patients. Is this problem bigger than just Michigan?
Nov 17, 2022
Would you pay $20K to see Taylor Swift? Experts say Ticketmaster is to blame for massive failures ahead of a pair of Detroit shows
Nov 16, 2022
As the marijuana market continues to evolve in Michigan, a local company is popping the top on weed in a can. But will pot ever truly be normalized?
Nov 15, 2022
Michigan has lost hundreds of thousands of hunters over the last 20 years. What needs to be done to 'buck' the trend?
Nov 14, 2022
From service member to homeless veteran. What challenges are veterans facing as they return home?
Nov 11, 2022
Detroit is known for many things: Cars, Motown, and... honey? A local non-profit makes the sweetest product on the block while helping the environment
Nov 10, 2022
"It's safe to say the red wave did not happen in Michigan." Democrats scored a victory 40 years in the making. What caused their surge?
Nov 09, 2022
Did you miss it? A blood moon lunar eclipse put on a show in the Michigan sky
Nov 08, 2022
What's ahead for Michigan after Election Day? Experts say change could be coming, but not before some chaos
Nov 07, 2022
Daylight Saving Time gets a lot of hate in our state — Should Michigan end the time change for good?
Nov 04, 2022
RSV has claimed the life of a 6-year old Metro Detroiter. But, are we too weary from COVID to fight back?
Nov 03, 2022
Should Sterling Heights replace Lakeside Mall with a downtown area? The City Council says 'yes'
Nov 02, 2022
Michigan's coach says "I can't imagine that this will not result in criminal charges." Is that what's next for MSU players? Experts aren't sure
Nov 01, 2022
Some ghosts are friendly, others not so much. These are the creepiest ghost stories we discovered while investigating Michigan's most haunted places
Oct 31, 2022
The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history
Oct 28, 2022
Deer were blamed for 50K crashes in Michigan last year. What should be done about the deer population?
Oct 27, 2022
Two weeks to go until Michiganders choose their next governor. Just how close is Republican challenger Tudor Dixon to unseating Gov. Gretchen Whitmer?
Oct 26, 2022
"I'm not crazy." -- Michigan family found safe after dad makes bizarre 9-1-1 call. What actually happened to the Ciriglianos?
Oct 25, 2022
Michigan teen admits to murdering four, trying to kill more at Oxford High School. What is next in the Ethan Crumbley case?
Oct 24, 2022
Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?
Oct 21, 2022
Remember shopping at Toys R Us or Hudson's? Today's retailers are banking on you saying 'yes'
Oct 20, 2022
Michigan is fixing the damn roads. But do they have to do it all at once? Apparently, yes
Oct 19, 2022
Brutal cold and heavy snow: Here is what forecasters predict for this coming Michigan winter
Oct 18, 2022
Halloween stores pop up by the thousands, seemingly overnight. What's the secret to success for this fall phenomenon?
Oct 17, 2022
BONUS: The Homestretch -- A new political podcast from Audacy
Oct 17, 2022
Haunted Detroit: The Two Way Inn has been an institution in the city since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits
Oct 14, 2022
After 5 months of digging through a Macomb County landfill, the same question remains — Where is 17-year old Zion Foster?
Oct 13, 2022
Is it time to shift the Doomsday Clock closer to 'zero' as the Russians threaten nuclear war?
Oct 13, 2022
From your toilet to a field — What goes into fertilizing crops here in Michigan? The answer may surprise you
Oct 11, 2022
Assault, Theft and Hazing: What is being done to protect students on college campuses in Michigan?
Oct 10, 2022
Serial killer who murdered four women and terrorized Detroit's east side will spend up to 70 years in prison
Oct 06, 2022
'Mommy, what's an abortion?' It's political campaign season -- Should your kids be seeing the same ads you do?
Oct 05, 2022
How did an area of 7 Mile in Detroit become known as 4-8-2-0-Die? The answer: Gang violence, rap music and Instagram
Oct 04, 2022
'We tend to hate each other because we disagree with each other.' Have we seen the end of civility in politics?
Oct 03, 2022
Is Metro Detroit ready for fully self-serve alcohol dispensers at bars and restaurants? The first one opens in Royal Oak in October
Sep 30, 2022
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, there are millions of power outages, billions of dollars in damage, snakes everywhere and a metric that measures Waffle House closures
Sep 29, 2022
'We are still locking up too many kids.' The juvenile justice system in Michigan is overloaded. How did we get here?
Sep 28, 2022
A floating piece of history: Walk through the Boblo Boat gives glimpses of Detroit's past and future
Sep 27, 2022
Experts say it's strong enough to rip the fabric of space and time: The country's most powerful laser is about to be put to use in Ann Arbor
Sep 26, 2022
Crossing the street shouldn't be deadly, but it is. What is being done to make pedestrians safer in Metro Detroit?
Sep 23, 2022
The government wants to make changes to your car: Is installing alcohol detection devices in every vehicle the answer to preventing drunken driving deaths?
Sep 22, 2022
There are 20,000,000,000,000,000 ants on the planet, outnumbering humans 2.5 million to 1. What does that mean for us?
Sep 21, 2022
An extremely rare, white "Spirit Bear" spotted in Michigan is one in a million. But how exactly did it get its name?
Sep 20, 2022
Overdose deaths continue to be a huge problem in Metro Detroit. What can be done to combat the crisis?
Sep 19, 2022
As Dearborn weighs banning several books from their school library, who should decide what is and isn't appropriate?
Sep 16, 2022
Flying cars have landed in Detroit. Will the auto show of the future be auto-less?
Sep 15, 2022
Commercial auto thefts are up in Metro Detroit. Are the automakers at fault?
Sep 14, 2022
Michigan is the 3rd largest grower of apples in the US, which means cider (and donuts) for everyone!
Sep 13, 2022
An Oakland County man allegedly murdered his wife and seriously injured their daughter. Was he driven to violence by internet conspiracy theories?
Sep 12, 2022
Detroit was the last stop on the Underground Railroad: the secret network that aided thousands on their journey to freedom. How did that help shape the city into what it is today?
Sep 09, 2022
A decades old Michigan murder mystery has been solved... But was it solved ethically?
Sep 08, 2022
Cedar Point has closed the Top Thrill Dragster. Was the iconic roller coaster dangerous?
Sep 07, 2022
Detroit City Council's idea for visible restaurant grades gets an 'F' from many local owners. Should all restaurants be required to post health department reviews?
Sep 06, 2022
For Boblo Island visitors, the boat ride was as important as the amusement park itself. What is it about the Boblo Boat?
Sep 02, 2022
It's just about time for fall colors in Michigan -- Here is what leaf-peepers need to know
Sep 01, 2022
Pete Lucido vs. Mark Hackel -- Is this the (expensive) battle Macomb County voters want?
Aug 31, 2022
A quarter-million Metro Detroiters are in the dark, and some will be for days. Why can't DTE keep the power on?
Aug 30, 2022
Did Macomb County win the "fight over the soul of the Michigan GOP"? Depends on who you ask
Aug 29, 2022
Nothing says ‘Welcome to Detroit’ like an 80-foot tire. What’s the story behind the Motor City icon?
Aug 26, 2022
Dodge is discontinuing the popular Charger and Challenger to go electric. Have EVs finally surpassed gas powered cars?
Aug 25, 2022
NASA has one thing on their agenda as they ready a return to the moon: Colonization. And MSU is playing a key role
Aug 24, 2022
As summertime ends, anxiety mounts for parents and kids with 1M+ Michigan students returning to school
Aug 23, 2022
Is the Giant Slide at Belle Isle a nostalgic treasure or harbinger of doom? Why can’t it be both?
Aug 22, 2022
Next time you cross a bridge in Michigan, think about this: Only 35% are in good condition. Yikes
Aug 19, 2022
Does a legal high lead to high crime rates? The answer might surprise you
Aug 18, 2022
You've heard about the shortage of nurses? Well, experts say it doesn't exist, it's a myth. But there's still a huge problem.
Aug 17, 2022
Is that a dinosaur?! Construction workers fixing Michigan roads stumbled upon a time machine. What can we learn about ourselves from this 10,000 year old skeleton?
Aug 16, 2022
Who is to blame after about a million Metro Detroiters were forced to boil water after a 10-foot pipe burst?
Aug 15, 2022
For 150+ years, Detroiters have been drinking Vernors for enjoyment and even to improve their health. What makes it so iconic?
Aug 12, 2022
Planning on having kids? Almost 2 million Michiganders say 'no thank you'
Aug 11, 2022
From a symbol of despair to a beacon of hope -- How has Michigan Central Station defined Detroit over the last century?
Aug 10, 2022
There have been 70+ drownings on the Great Lakes this year, and experts disagree on how to fix it
Aug 09, 2022
"Is that a cougar?!" Despite sightings on the rise, the big cat remains elusive in Michigan
Aug 08, 2022
Is now the time to raise Michigan's minimum wage? The fight for $12 an hour rages
Aug 05, 2022
Michigan is 41% water. How much of it is contaminated by dangerous chemicals?
Aug 04, 2022
Can newcomer Tudor Dixon topple Gretchen Whitmer to become Michigan's next governor? Here's what to know about the GOP primary winner
Aug 03, 2022
Child marriage, with no age restriction, is still legal in Michigan. Is it time for that to change?
Aug 02, 2022
Police say problem of kids with guns is "out of control" in Detroit. What can be done?
Aug 01, 2022
"Michigan drivers suck!" — Vehicle fatalities are on the rise. Is it time to change the speed limit?
Jul 29, 2022
A U.S. / Russian prison swap could free a Novi man. But should America negotiate with hostile adversaries?
Jul 28, 2022
Chaos ahead of Michigan Primary Election Day, thanks to some major changes
Jul 27, 2022
Every Detroiter counts. But if Mayor Duggan is right, the census missed 50K residents. What happened?
Jul 26, 2022
Why can't Detroiters afford to live in Detroit? Renting was tough pre-pandemic, but now for many it seems impossible
Jul 25, 2022
The future of the UAW is uncertain with new elections looming. Is corruption a thing of the past, or is the union in jeopardy?
Jul 22, 2022
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has created a parental council to advise schools. Will it help bring parents and educators together?
Jul 21, 2022
With home prices still out of control, is the housing bubble about to burst?
Jul 20, 2022
Huge hail, flooding, heatwaves: Michiganders at the mercy of wild summer weather
Jul 19, 2022
As election season nears — has Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer fulfilled her promise to fix the damn roads, or what?
Jul 18, 2022
Is a lack of reliable public transportation holding back Southeastern Michigan? That's what some experts think
Jul 15, 2022
"That's not fair!" Should Americans get free relief from student debt?
Jul 14, 2022
Move out of the way, lawmakers! This fall, Michiganders will have a chance to decide new laws on their own
Jul 13, 2022
"It is almost indescribable" — First images from James Webb Telescope bring new perspective on just how small we really are
Jul 12, 2022
Does size matter? It sure does when it comes to Michigan's population, which is shrinking
Jul 11, 2022
Should you be able to buy alcohol at college sporting events? Some say it would cut down on binge drinking
Jul 08, 2022
"He was our Batman." A family and a community mourn a slain Detroit Police Officer
Jul 07, 2022
“You just threw her in the dumpster in the cold!” As the search for Zion Foster continues, will the Eastpointe teen ever be found?
Jul 06, 2022
Holiday travel can seem like a bad dream. But air travel around the 4th of July was a nightmare
Jul 05, 2022
Uncertainty in Michigan after Roe v. Wade decision: What does the future hold for abortion rights in our state?
Jul 01, 2022
As the debate over nuisance vs. entertainment rages, should there be a fireworks ban in Michigan?
Jun 30, 2022
As justice continues to elude victims of the Flint Water Crisis, what does that even look like anymore?
Jun 29, 2022
Lawyer for Crumbley parents drops bombshell in court, saying they will call accused Oxford shooter to testify in their defense
Jun 28, 2022
"We are so excited!" to "It hurt me a lot" -- Michiganders react to Roe v. Wade being overturned
Jun 27, 2022
An accident changed this Red Wing's life forever, and now a new law may deepen the impact
Jun 24, 2022
How far were Trump Republicans in Michigan willing to go to overturn the 2020 election?
Jun 23, 2022
Is Bigfoot real? One expert says, "Oh! Absolutely!"
Jun 22, 2022
From the Lodge to the neighborhoods, dangerous drag racing is a problem in Detroit. So what's the solution?
Jun 21, 2022
"He was treated like an animal!" It's been 40 years since Vincent Chin was murdered in Highland Park. What has changed? And what hasn't?
Jun 20, 2022
Juneteenth is a reminder of not only how far this country has come, but how much further it has to go
Jun 17, 2022
Are you ready for the best summer ever? Be ready for the most expensive summer first
Jun 16, 2022
It's brutally hot in Metro Detroit right now. What's up with that?
Jun 15, 2022
Dan Gilbert is the richest man in Michigan. Why is he asking for millions of dollars in tax breaks... again?
Jun 14, 2022
Will we ever know what happened to Danielle Stislicki?
Jun 13, 2022
Is one of the Michigan Gubernatorial candidates an insurrectionist? Or a political prisoner?
Jun 10, 2022
Are 'super spreader' events here to stay even after the pandemic ends?
Jun 09, 2022
Do Michigan politicians care about high gas prices? Their actions say 'no'
Jun 08, 2022
Safety vs. privacy -- the debate over using AI to help Detroit Police rages on
Jun 07, 2022
Experts insisted mask mandates worked. But the numbers tell a different story
Jun 06, 2022
"Didn't they watch the movie!?" -- What can pop culture teach us about science?
Jun 03, 2022
Will the air conditioning be working in Metro Detroit this summer? Maybe. Maybe not.
Jun 02, 2022
Flags don't equal support: Beware of rainbow capitalism during Pride Month
Jun 01, 2022
Is Detroit really the worst city in America to raise a family?
May 31, 2022
A decades-long journey: What it takes to return U.S. soldiers missing in action
May 27, 2022
Are armed teachers and metal detectors the answer to preventing mass shootings? Or ...?
May 26, 2022
With 19 kids killed in a Texas classroom, what's the best way to discuss it with your children?
May 25, 2022