Survey says it's hard to start a business, but training and networking programs are strong.

Survey says most Michigan voters now favor it and would repeal 2004 ban.

Two new exhibits highlight the re-opening of the Dossin Great Lakes Museum.

Outsells Volt, Leaf, and similarly-priced luxury sedans.

Detroit wins Game 7, eliminates Anaheim from the Stanley Cup playoffs.

WDET listeners, staff join The Greening of Detroit to plant trees in Grandmont-Rosedale neighborhood.

Festival is a draw for art lovers and a competition for artists.

Preventing fatal crashes is about having the right training and the right safety gear.

More than 50 percent of children in Detroit live in poverty, about one in three countywide.

Governor ends financial emergency in Ecorse, but appoints Joyce Parker to advisory board to keep city on track.

Possession of an ounce or less would not result in jail time if bill passes.

Move meant to give event more space, and avoid confrontations between festival-goers and anti-Muslim groups.

Detroit barely clinches 22nd straight playoff berth, starts postseason in Anaheim.

Plan would use portion of old Willow Run bomber plant, which could be demolished otherwise.

MSU's annual survey says hot trend will be visiting microbreweries and wineries in 2013.

Ambassador to US says new span will make strong relationship with Canada stronger.

Tensions in Asia won't deter local delegation.

But EFM Kevyn Orr has the final word on spending and budget cuts.

Detroit's string of 21 consecutive playoff appearances is in jeopardy.

Three murder-suicides in Metro raise concerns about the causes of domestic violence.

Transit Authority's first meeting draws big crowd in Detroit.

Ambassador Bridge owners, mayoral candidate file suits to stop New International Trade Crossing.

Cardinals survive a tough fight with the Wolverines, 82-76.

SEMCOG seeks public input on Woodward corridor transportation.

Most experts think the Tigers are good enough to get back to the World Series. Dan Dickerson previews the 2013 season with WDET's Pat Batcheller.

Children from 18 months to five years old may qualify for services through Medicaid and MI-Child.

NWS to test new warning language for potentially deadly storms in Michigan.

1877 Steinway returns fully restored, thanks to a Beatle.

Annual effort removes navigational, environmental hazards.

Top-seed Indiana gets knocked out, UM and MSU take court Friday.

Oakland County water official says judge's decision creates uncertainty for suburban communities.

State law now says unions can't require membership or dues as condition of employment.

Contaminated injections linked to 14 deaths, 200+ illnesses.

ACLU lawyer says the question of fairness is at stake.

Council President Pro-tem Gary Brown shares his thoughts on the state's financial takeover.

Private group revives long-standing tradition, with new location.

Civic Orchestra performs Beethoven with Emanuel Ax.

Michigan public policy group cites national study which shows state funding cuts to colleges and universities are among the deepest in then country.

Police, school officials say there's no indication at this time that 8th-grader was being bullied or intended to harm anyone else.

Allan Gilmour says faculty contract is a good deal for all sides.

State Board of Education President, John Austin talks about WSU Board voting 6-2 in favor of contract amid threats of state funding cuts.

UM, MSU play first games close to home, but each faces tough road out of Auburn Hills.

MSU economist says Pittsburgh isn't necessarily a good comparison.

Mark Hackel says Detroit's problems affect entire region.

UD-Mercy historian says nationality of new pontiff could begin next evolution of the Roman Catholic Church.

Democratic Congressman says compromise is necessary to break budget logjam.

Ex-mayor and contractor Bobby Ferguson face up to 20 years for racketeering, other crimes.

Republicans in Lansing face pressure not to work with feds on mandated comparison-shopping web site.

Recently discovered PanSTARRS comet at its brightest now. Won't come around again for 110,000 years.

61st annual event at Cobo Center features three generations of the Batmobile.

UDM cyber security expert explains challenges state faces in keeping up with hackers.

Detroit City Council moves ahead with appeal of financial emergency declaration without Mayor Bing.

Michigan Secretary of State joins other election officials to develop emergency response plans to protect the voting process.

Wayne County Executive says drop in revenues makes it hard to keep up with paying the bills.

Oakland County lawmaker says raising sales tax could offset cost of getting a degree in Michigan.

Gov. Snyder appoints David Viviano of Macomb County to the high court.

Former DMC CEO Mike Duggan formally announced his bid for city Mayor at an event on Detroit's east side. WDET's Quinn Klinefelter has more.

Macomb County's defense economy could feel the pain if automatic budget cuts happen.

Low-income families in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and mid-Michigan benefit from pilot program.

Sunday's Daytona 500 kicks off new NASCAR season.

WDET's conversation with Councilmember Saunteel Jenkins after a review team finds a financial emergency exists in the city.

Study seeks to help those with serious spinal cord injuries re-enter society after combat.

Wayne State School of Medicine Dean Dr. Valerie Parisi speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about a major National Institutes of Health.

Bill Schuette fights federal judge's ruling on mandatory life sentences for juveniles. UM's Juvenile Justice Clinic examines both sides on WDET.

WDET's conversation with Council President Pro-tem Gary Brown on the morning after Mayor Dave Bing's state of the city address.

Spartans assert their dominance over higher-ranked Wolverines.

Traveling t-shirt exhibit lets DPS students, grads show their pride.

Fun., Black Keys, Mumford and Sons, and many more take home trophies.

His budget calls for higher fuel taxes and vehicles fees to fix roads, expanding Medicaid, and more early childhood funding.

4+ inches reported Friday morning in Oakland County.

UAW, members of Congress endorse challenger to long-time MDP chairman Mark Brewer.

Two-week festival features all nine symphonies, 32 piano sonatas, and five live webcasts.

Baltimore beats San Francisco, 34-to-31 in NFL championship game.

Which Super Bowl ads stood out the most? WDET's Pat Batcheller talked about the good, the bad, and the ugly ads that came out of Super Bowl XLVII.

AAUP-AFT chapter says it would help protect the union from Michigan's right-to-work law.

Three people killed in chain reaction accident.

Kids Count report data book says poverty touched all counties, regardless of income level.

Civil Rights Department study says gay-friendly policies could be good for business.

2012 earnings about nine times higher than previous year, and helping to boost Fiat's bottom line.

If defense rests, too, case could go to the jury soon.

Proposal would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and other factors.

Users hope regional transit authority will offer stable, reliable service throughout Southeast Michigan.

AL Champs eye return to World Series.

Cass Community Social Services and Operation Get Down give homeless people a place to get out of the cold.

Accountants volunteer to help at Focus:HOPE on January 26, February 2, and February 9.

Wind Chill Advisory is in effect until 1:00 PM Tuesday. Lows start at or below zero, but it feels like -20 in some places.

Secretary of State says lawmakers should pursue other funding avenues before asking drivers to pay more.

Students will play in pre-inaugural ceremony before witnessing swearing-in.

Detroit couldn't overcome a bad start in a loss to the New York Knicks in Great Britain.

Individuals and businesses can pay back taxes without penalty starting Jan. 22.

WDET Producer J. Carlisle Larsen tells her colleague Pat Batcheller why she and many other adults her age don't depend on cars.

ATS named North American Car of the Year, Ram 1500 wins Truck of the Year.

North American International Auto Show begins with media previews at Cobo Center.

Researchers will determine whether giving drivers enough distance to see what's coming will reduce the risk of a crash.

Extending 2008 farm bill delayed sharp increase in milk prices in 2013, but only for nine months. If Congress doesn't act by October, you could pay $7/gallon.

City banks $2.4 million in general fund. Emergency Financial Manager Joyce Parker explains how.

Head of Law Department sparred with mayor over financial consent agreement with the state.

What stoneflies can tell us about the health of our water.

Flu season got an early start, with about 300 confirmed cases so far, but state health department still recommends getting vaccinated.

Education policy group ranks Michigan 6th best at enacting reforms, but draws criticism from unions.

Former FBI Detroit leader Andy Arena heads up Detroit Crime Commission's response to rising number of murders.

Red Wings could be back on the ice within two weeks.

Warren Mayor pays for bumper stickers critical of new Michigan law.

Two industry observers forecast U.S. sales of 15-million cars and trucks in the new year.

This year's theme: Food.

Home of the Auto Show gets a total makeover.

National Weather Service doesn't expect repeat of last season's relative warmth.

2012 on pace to set new record average temperature for Metro Detroit.

Pros: Better job skills and training. Cons: Higher tension between 2- and 4-year schools.

The two sides have different interpretations of the plaintiffs' "legal" status.

Government will also sell all remaining shares starting in 2013.

Northern Lower Peninsula and Eastern UP could get several inches of snow by Friday. Mostly rain in Metro Detroit.

Head of Michigan Association of Police: "You'll be able to get a pizza delivered faster than you'll be able to get a police officer" if cuts continue in Michigan.

State version of C-SPAN is going all-digital in 2013.

League holds moments of silence before each game to honor the victims in Sandy Hook.

Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley joins WDET's Pat Batcheller to discuss the new international trade crossing.

Inside Michigan Politics' Bill Ballenger joins WDET's Pat Batcheller to talk about the end of Michigan's Lame Duck Session.

No progress in talks to end lockout

A conversation with CAW president Ken Lewenza

Find out when and where to look, and learn meteor-right-from-wrong.

WDET has a conversation with Councilman James Tate.

Lawsuits may be next step in fight over compulsory union membership.

Rep. Levin says jobless benefits could run out soon for thousands of Michigan residents.

Marick Masters is the director of Labor@Wayne.

Union leader responds to new "right to work" legislation in the state Legislature.

State warns it will begin review process within days.

Wayne State hosts public tribute to Detroit's witty weatherman Sonny Eliot

Museum is expected to reopen after Christmas.

Lawmakers could scrap online registry that helped police find a suspect in the shootings aimed at drivers in Oakland County.

One Woodward is 10th Rock Ventures purchase.

Colts win on last play of game at Ford Field on Sunday.

Edmunds.com analyst says automakers in better position than before last recession.

No thaw in dispute between players, owners.

State lawmakers debate ending personal property tax on business, and replacing its revenues.

It's up to the State House now to approve a Regional Transit Authority for southeast Michigan. The State Senate voted in favor of one yesterday, with bipartisan support. WDET's Pat Batcheller spoke with State Senator Bert Johnson, who explains how the deal came together after years of discussion, but no action.

State Rep. worked for Coleman Young, Barbara Rose Collins, Jackie Vaughn III, and others.

MDOT nearing completion of bridge replacement over I-75.

Debuts of new models give fans a taste of what's coming to the Detroit show in January.

"Black Friday" ushers in holiday shopping season.

New exhibits honor Detroit legends, the Underground Railroad, and the Arsenal of Democracy.

Big Ten foes renew rivalry in Columbus.

Detroit has lost eight straight Thanksgiving games. 9-1 Houston could make it nine in a row.

Maryland, Rutgers join the show in 2014

Mayor, Council clash over contracts to keep city from running out of cash.

Plaintiffs say decision lets county take away any or all benefits.

Judge says county had the right to change prescription benefits.

Arab-Americans turned out in large numbers for President Obama in 2008 and returned to support him in this week’s election. Ismael Ahmed is the founder of ACCESS, the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services. He’s also the host of “This Island Earth” on WDET. Ahmed spoke with WDET’s Pat Batcheller about why he thinks the Arab-American community came out to support the President.

A new Justice will join Michigan’s Supreme Court next year. Bridget Mary McCormack was the top vote-getter in the race for two full-term seats on the bench. She comes to a court that is politically and ideologically divided—and bitterly so in some cases. WDET’s Pat Batcheller asked the Justice-elect if it’s time to change the way Michigan chooses judges.

Ottawa pleased with rejection of Proposal 6, not deterred by lawsuit threats.

Michigan Congressman Dan Benishek is claiming victory in his re-election bid, though his Democratic challenger says not all the votes are in yet.

Joyce Parker tackled financial crises in Ecorse, Highland Pk Schools.

Longest-serving member of Congress says he has more work to do.

Republican candidate for Congress in Michigan's 12th district.

San Francisco rocks Justin Verlander in World Series opener.

Parliament pushes to keep Ambassador Bridge owner from tying up New International Trade Crossing in court.

Unemployment falls to 9.3% in September.

The World Series returns to Detroit, while UM and MSU renew their football rivalry

Rick Pluta explains the bill, and previews his live call-in shows with US Senate candidates on WDET.

Cass Community Social Services opens Detroit Urban Legends Haunted House this weekend.

Craig Ruff of Public Sector Consultants breaks down Tuesday's town-hall debate.

Executive Mark Hackel says businesses worth at least $1M should flourish.

Non-profit's anti-poverty program to become national model.

DSWD employees stay on picket line to protest deep cuts.

Opponents say they don't, and are suing to have current EMs removed.

Jason Smith of The Grio joins WDET's Pat Batcheller to discuss the Detroit Tiger's season and their victory of the Kansas City Royals.

Environmental officials are growing more worried that Asian carp could get a foothold in the Great Lakes. WDET’s Pat Batcheller spoke with Charley Wooley of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about finding Asian Carp DNA in Maumee river and bay.

President Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney are campaigning in Ohio Wednesday. Polls show the president leading Romney in the Buckeye State, but not by a wide margin. WDET's Pat Batcheller spoke with Jim Heath, political correspondent for WBNS television in Columbus.

A State House committee holds hearings Thursday on a pair of bills related to a Regional Transit Authority for Metro Detroit. One bill would set up the governing and funding structure for the authority. The other would establish dedicated lanes for rapid bus transit. Local leaders are still trying to get federal money for a light-rail line on Woodward Avenue. The RTA would be a big step toward getting that funding. Carmine Palombo is the transportation director for the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. He spoke with WDET’s Pat Batcheller.

Two Metro Detroit men are the latest Michigan residents to die this year after contracting the West Nile Virus. The state health department says the victims were a 73-year-old Wayne County man and an 86-year-old Macomb County resident. Department of Community Health spokeswoman Angela Minicucci says this has been the deadliest year for West Nile since the virus turned up in Michigan 10 years ago. She also says the state is investigating one case of salmonella related to the recent nationwide recall of some peanut butter sold at Trader Joe's.

The Canadian Auto Workers has a new contract with Ford, and members will vote on a new agreement with General Motors this week. But the union has not made a deal with Chrysler yet. Chrysler has been reluctant to agree to the CAW's demands, which include following the pattern of the contracts with GM and Ford. Professor Tony Faria is an automotive industry expert at the Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor. WDET's Pat Batcheller asked Dr. Faria what's keeping Chrysler and the union apart.

Downtown Birmingham hosts its 38th annual street art fair this weekend. It’s organized by the Guild of Artists and Artisans, and raises money for Common Ground, which helps the homeless. Max Clayton is the director of the Guild, and she says even after four decades, the art fair continues to surprise people. She talked about the event with WDET's Pat Batcheller.

Drivers in Metro Detroit now have an easier time getting to the Ambassador Bridge. The Michigan Department of Transportation has completed the Gateway project connecting the bridge to I-75 and I-96. The work began in 2006, and was supposed to take three years. But lawsuits between MDOT and the owners of the bridge caused delays on the project. WDET's Pat Batcheller talked about it with MDOT spokesman Rob Morosi.

NHL owners have locked out the players, after the two sides failed to reach a new collective bargaining agreement. Helene St. James covers the Red Wings for the Detroit Free Press. WDET's Pat Batcheller asked her to explain the financial issues that led to the lockout.

A voting rights group is suing Secretary of State Ruth Johnson for ordering local clerks to put a citizenship check-off box on voter application forms. Those are the slips of paper voters receive when they go to the polls and sign in on Election Day. Macomb County Clerk Carmella Sabaugh says voters already have to prove their citizenship when they register, so the check box is unnecessary. She spoke with WDET's Pat Batcheller.

The Canadian Auto Workers union’s contracts with General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler expire just before midnight Monday. Members have been told to be ready to go on strike if the deadline passes without a tentative agreement with at least one company. WDET's Pat Batcheller speaks with Kristin Dziczek of the Center for Automotive Research about what a strike could mean for the Canadian and US economies.

America's oldest periodical arrives.

The Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 Tuesday night, ending a four-game losing streak, and putting Detroit two games behind Chicago in the American League Central Division. WXYZ Sports Reporter David Solano speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the series.

Canadian Consul General of Detroit Roy Norton speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the proposed second international trade crossing.

The Lions kick off the NFL season on Sunday against the St. Louis Rams at Ford Field. WDET’s Pat Batcheller spoke with Fox 2 sports reporter Woody Woodriffe about the upcoming season.

Meteorologist Bryan Tilley of the National Weather Service speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about Michigan's hot summer and how it compares to past summers.

Rick Pluta, Capitol Bureau Chief for the Michigan Public Radio Network, speaks to WDET Morning Edition host about the Michigan Supreme Court's ruling on upcoming ballot initiatives.

Today is Election Day for many who voted in last month’s 11th District Congressional primary. This is a special primary election to pick candidates to fill the rest of Thaddeus McCotter’s term in the House. WDET’s Pat Batcheller spoke with Plymouth Township Clerk Joe Bridgman about the challenges holding this election.

New hires have to set up savings accounts for health coverage after they retire.

Buyers could find good deals as 2013 models roll out.

Pat Batcheller and Jason Smith preview the 2012 season for UM, MSU, and WSU

Councilmember Saunteel Jenkins talks about consent agreement and new begging ban.

Rep. Dan Benishek (R-MI) to address GOP convention in Tampa on Tuesday afternoon.

When you fish along the Detroit River, you’ll see signs telling you which kind of fish are safe to eat and which aren’t. Wayne State Biology professor Donna Kashian speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about information being distributed to help fishers make smart choices.

The Perseid meteor shower takes place this weekend. WDET's Pat Batcheller speaks with Cranbrook astronomy director Mike Narlock about how people can catch a glimpse.

WDET’s Pat Batcheller got an update on the Detroit Works Project from committee member Heaster Wheeler.

State Representative Shanelle Jackson is one of five Democrats running in the new 13th Congressional district, covering parts of Detroit and western Wayne County. She spoke with WDET's Pat Batcheller about her campaign.

WDET's Pat Batcheller speaks with Michigan Senator Bert Johnson about his bid for the United States Congress.

WDET's Pat Batcheller speaks with Pete Hoekstra about his Senate race.

Michigan’s primary elections take place on Tuesday, August 7th. All this week, WDET will introduce you to the candidates running in key races across Southeast Michigan. Today, we meet John Goci, one of five Democrats running in the 13th Congressional district which includes much of Detroit and parts of western Wayne County.

The National Weather Service says the drought parching the U.S. is the worst in more than a half-century.

Some of the world’s rarest automobiles will be on display in Plymouth this weekend. The person in charge of selecting the cars for the event, Brian Joseph, speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the event.

Rex Halfpenny of the Michigan Beer Guide speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about Michigan's Beer Industry and the upcoming Summer Beer Festival in Ypsilanti.

Recently, the owner of Sugar Island sold the island to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and now it’s part of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. For the first time in years it’s off limits to recreational users until further notice.

Chicago Tribune White Sox beat reporter Mark Gonzales speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the upcoming Tigers-White Sox series.

Andy Buchsbaum of the National Wildlife Federation speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about what can be done to combat invasive species from making the Great Lakes their home.

Police investigating the Oakland County child murders of the 1970s have found genetic evidence linking two of the victims to hair found in a car.

Scientists have discovered a substance that could explain what holds the universe together. Not the Higgs Boson, but “dark matter”. University of Michigan researcher Jörg Dietrich spoke with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the discovery.

In a few weeks, the National Transportation Safety Board will issue its final report on the Enbridge oil spill in the Kalamazoo River in 2010. NTSB Chair Deborah Hersman speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the spill.

Summer in the City's Ben Falik speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the volunteer organization and the work it does throughout the city.

Michigan Public Radio's Rick Pluta speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the special election to fill Thaddeus McCotter's seat in Congress.

WDET’s Pat Batcheller talked about the All-Star baseball game with The Grio’s Jason Smith.

Chairman and Founder of Metro Detroit Youth Day Ed Deeb speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the event.

Detroit City Council President Pro Tem Gary Brown speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the start of the 2012-2013 fiscal year.

City Council Member Saunteel Jenkins speaks with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the council meeting this afternoon with the Mayor.

Light rail supporters see positive signs from USDOT, but no dollar signs yet.

Detroit uses library branches, recreation centers, as cooling centers during extreme heat.

Thousands come out to see a festival and competition in one this weekend.

Bradford Frost of the Detroit Institute of the Arts speaks with WDET Morning Edition host Pat Batcheller about the "Reveal Your Detroit" project.

Governor Snyder is expected to announce an agreement with Canadian officials to build a new bridge across the Detroit River.

First major classic car cruise of the summer raises money for charity

Oklahoma City faces Miami for the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Series features two of the game's most exciting players--LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

A new report by the Pew Center for the States says many low-risk, non-violent criminals could have gotten out of prison sooner with little or no threat to public safety.

Detroit’s business community has pledged millions of dollars to build a light rail line along Woodward Avenue, but the Federal Government still has questions before it commits funding.

A new state-wide initiative announced this week aims to motivate Michigan residents to lose weight.

The Grio's Jason Smith joins WDET's Pat Batcheller to discuss the NBA Playoffs.

Fraud may have kept Livonia Congressman off August primary ballot.

Craig Fahle and Laura Weber have conversations with policy makers this week.

It's the 31st annual show Saturday and Sunday in Shain Park.

WDET's Martina Guzmán covered last night's Detroit Works Community meeting in South West Detroit and spoke with residents attending.

Gov. Snyder seeks $15M to create opportunities for ex-cons, at-risk youth, and unemployed veterans.

Meet artists, celebrities, and a local actress with her own comics show.

A $1-million federal grant is going to be used to remove the Wayne Dam on the lower River Rouge.

Robert Fowler of the Small Business Association of Michigan talks about how proposed legislation from the Capitol could help Michigan businesses.

The demand for firearms is rising at a staggering rate in Michigan.

In a report published by the Brookings Institute this week, Detroit had the second highest gain in jobs in the manufacturing sector.

In an interview with ABC News yesterday, President Obama announced he personally supports gay marriage but still believes it is up to the states to decide.

It is calculated that Detroit has close to 20-square miles of vacant land within its borders. Wayne State Professor and Urban Planner Robin Boyle speaks with WDET about how that land can be developed.

Voters across Metro Detroit will decide school bond and local tax issues on Tuesday.

SEMCOG wants public input on how to make alerts more timely, and better.

Detroit hosts forum on foreclosure crisis Saturday at the Charles H. Wright Museum.

General Motors released its quarterly earnings summary this morning. WDET's Pat Batcheller spoke with 'Autoline Daily's John McElroy about the numbers and asked if there was anything surprising about the results.

State wants to give businesses, residents, and drivers plenty of time to prepare for disruptions in traffic.

Stent can open arteries, but is not a cure.

New web site features links and original news content by local journalists.

University of Michigan Economist Dr. George Fulton speaks about job growth in Oakland County.

Where's GM heading after record profit in 2012?

Bridging 8 Mile will host reimagining commuinity meetings this weekend in Detroit and Royal Oak.

Wayne State football team plays spring scrimmage, prepares to make another run at a national championship in 2012.

10-6 record, playoff berth, mean lower draft pick for team that took Matthew Stafford Number One in 2009.

WDET's J. Carlisle Larsen speaks about the history of Chicago's city owned Meigs Field Airport.

The number of African-Americans in Major League baseball is declining. The Grio's Jason Smith speaks with us about the decline of players and what it says about the sport.

Detroit Mayor Bing says operating City Airport is a luxury the city can no longer afford.

Dante Chinni, author of Patchwork Nation, speaks about the GOP Primaries in New York, Pennsylvania, and other states.

Dr. Kafi Kumasi speaks about this year's Bookstock--a charity book drive aimed to help promote literacy throughout the area.

It's Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan. Stay informed if you want to live.

Tom Stanton, Professor of Communications at University of Detroit Mercy, speaks with WDET about the history of Tiger Stadium on the eve of its 100 year anniversary.

On Wednesday, the Detroit City Council voted on a historic measure to rescue the city's finances. Council Member James Tate discusses why he voted for it and what he hopes will come from the decision.

WDET's Pat Batcheller chats with fans before Opening Day at Comerica Park.

Dan Dickerson, the play-by-play radio announcer for the Detroit Tigers, speaks about the Tigers pre-season as well as what we can look forward to on Opening Day.

Council Member Saunteel Jenkins joins WDET to speak about the ongoing financial review process.

GM, Ford, and Chrysler all reported higher sales in March, thanks largely to demand for fuel-efficient cars and trucks.

Joyce Parker, Emergency Manager for Ecorse, talks about her role in turning the city around.

Jason Smith of The Grio discusses the NCAA Final Four.

Michigan League for Human Services says federal law is better than nothing.

Saunteel Jenkins, of the Detroit City Council, speaks with WDET about her thoughts on the financial review process.

Because it's supposed to, according to Wayne County.

Wayne State University Distinguished Professor of Law Robert Sedler speaks about the legal challenges facing the Affordable Healthcare Act.

Congressman's bill would let people pay 10 percent of income over 10 years.

WDET's Pat Batcheller has a conversation with Dearborn Heights mayor.

Michigan State meets Louisville in the Sweet Sixteen, a rematch of 2009 Elite Eight battle.

MSU, UM, and UDM play their opening round games in the NCAA men's basketball tournament Friday.

Lions WR signs eight year contract worth estimated $132 M.

Detroit Council President pro-tem Gary Brown says the proposal is flawed, but has some merit.

Snyder administration to present details to Detroit officials Tuesday.

Detroit News writer chronicles Alan Mullaly's efforts to save automaker.

Wolverines, Spartans, and Titans all qualify for NCAA tournament.

Mayor Bing vows to keep rec centers open in State of City address. Council President Pugh questions wisdom of that promise.

Mayor proposes to let southwest Detroit property owners buy vacant adjacent lots for $200.

Romney, Santorum win most of the contests and delegates.

Work to begin soon at I-94 and M-39

Michigan-born Republican fights to win that was once considered a lock.

Internet nominating effort qualifies for ballot in 16 states, including Michigan.

Rare Rembrandt exhibit draws largest crowds in years.

$7.6 billion dollar earnings in 2011 is GM's best.

A last-minute surge of donations reaches red kettle campaign goal.

Oakland County Commissioner responds to Executive L. Brooks Patterson's State of the County address.

Chrysler's Clint Eastwood commercial creates local buzz.

The Tigers introduced slugger Prince Fielder to reporters at Comerica Park on Thursday.

Detroit City Council President says he will not seek re-election to a second term in 2013.

Twelve Mile Road is down to one lane each way under I-75, work on the freeway starts January 30.

Jim Leyland says Martinez can't be replaced, but team is deep and talented.

Event means millions for local economy, but how does that translate at the local level?

State sets up temporary branch office at Cobo Center during public days.

North American International Auto Show welcomes reporters from around the world to Detroit.

Mayor says city won't run out of cash if council acts on his plan.

Former State Senate Majority Leader Returns to Politics

Chrysler comes back from the dead with 26 percent sales increase in 2011. GM, Ford sales also rise.

Ford survey lists mileage as top concern for consumers in 2012.

Lake Superior State's annual tongue-in-cheek list includes terms that were (over)used in 2011.

Huffington Post Detroit Editor Simone Landon reviews the top local stories with WDET's Pat Batcheller.

Renovations at Cobo Center fuel optimism heading into new year.

Robert and Debbie Henry face losing their home on January 2nd.

The Detroit City Council and Mayor Dave Bing met Tuesday to talk about the city's budget crisis.

The first snowfall of the season caused dozens of accidents on Detroit area roads Wednesday morning. Oakland County budget pressures could make the job of salting and plowing roads more challenging this winter.

A Winter Storm Watch will be in effect Tuesday night through Wednesday morning for Oakland, Washtenaw, Livingston, and Lenawee Counties.

The DIA brings a rare collection of the Dutch master's works to town.

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing wants police and fire unions to take the same 10 percent pay cut that other city unions accepted, but says layoffs would leave the city vulnerable to crime.

A new season of Radiolab starts Monday on WDET, the award-winning series that asks life’s big questions and finds creative answers. Co-host and producer Jad Abumrad talked with WDET's Pat Batcheller about the show.

As America commemorates Veterans Day, a local man has written a book about his father’s life as a soldier in World War Two and the challenges he faced when he returned home.

Bill Ballenger assesses Wednesday night's presidential debate at Oakland University.

City Council President Charles Pugh may propose amendment to reduce number of council members.

Voters in Detroit approved Proposal C on Tuesday, which authorizes sweeping changes in the city charter.

Rembrandt's works come to Detroit for three month exhibition.

NPR host and journalist shares her experience and invites others to share theirs on-line.

Drivers refuse to board buses after an alleged assault Thursday.

Charter Revision Commission chairperson says ads do not violate laws against using public funds to encourage "yes" vote.

GM, Ford, and Chrysler sales rise. Japanese brands struggle months after quake.

Secretary Ruth Johnson says expressSOS.com should alleviate long lines and make it easier to do business with the state.

The United Auto Workers says it has reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract with Chrysler.

Man accused of trying to blow up flight to Detroit enters plea.

Republican Senate hopeful draws distinctions between himself and other GOP candidates.

The nation's highest court opened its new term Monday. WDET's Pat Batcheller talked about it with Wayne State constitutional law professor Robert Sedler.

If you could make a movie that tells the Detroit story, how would you write it? And how would you star in it? And how would you bridge the Eight Mile divide?

Those are some of the questions we want YOU to answer as part of our Public Insight Journalism Network. WDET's Public Insignt Analyst Rob St. Mary spoke with Pat Batcheller about how YOUR opinions shape our coverage of the news in our community. Listener feedback was essential to our unique coverage of the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Now, we'd like your insight on some other issues, that will help guide some upcoming reports and conversations on WDET and wdet.org.

Tuesday sales at Eastern Market were so successful this summer, they’ll return next year.

A new political group is giving voters the change to nominate their own presidential candidate through an Internet convention

Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney dominated the presidential candidate straw poll this weekend during the Michigan Republican Party conference on Mackinac Island

Henry Winkler raises awareness of condition that afflicted his mother after she suffered a stroke.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac hit America’s newsstands and bookstores last week.

WDET's Morning Edition Host examines how the Tigers won the AL Central.

Detroit beats Oakland 3-1, wins first division title since 1987.

Grosse Pointe Shores officials are in no hurry to move the entire village into Macomb County.

M-39 between Grand River and M-10 could reopen by mid-October.

City Councilmember says move would save millions in tax dollars.

Time is running out for the United Auto Workers to negotiate new contracts with General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler. The current labor agreements expire on Wednesday.

Now that Osama bin Laden is dead, and al-Qaida crippled, the U-S government is turning its focus toward the threat of homegrown terrorism. But when does concern give way to paranoia?

State Senator Bert Johnson (D-Highland Park) is running for Congress in the new 13th district, which covers much of Detroit, Highland Park, and some western Wayne County suburbs.

Detroit’s automakers saw higher sales in August. Chrysler led the way with a 31 percent increase. General Motors sales rose 18 percent. Ford sales were up 11 percent.

Parts of the Rouge River are healthier today than they were in the 1970s…when people often used the river as a dumping ground. A local group will raise funds to continue cleanup efforts this month.

WDET's Pat Batcheller speaks with Charter Revision Commission Chair Jenice Mitchell Ford about the proposed changes, which will appear on November 8th ballot.

Heavy rain, high winds, knocked down trees and power lines across Metro Detroit Wednesday.

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State lawmakers are ready for a final vote on a 48-month lifetime cap on welfare benefits at a time when many Michigan residents are still out of work.