Michigan House passes minimum wage bill
A bill to change Michigan’s minimum wage law ahead of it taking effect passed the state Legislature Wednesday. The law...
DNR says avian flu kills wild birds as well as poultry
A backyard poultry farm in Monroe County is the latest Michigan flock hit by the highly pathogenic Avian influenza. Hundreds of...
The Metro: Thrifting takes center stage at 7th Annual Rags $2 Riches fashion show
Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. While you might look amazing in your latest clothing purchase from...
The Metro: 60 years since Voting Rights Act of 1965
It’s been 60 years since a pivotal moment in the fight for equality in America. In March 1965, Reverend Dr....
MI Local: New pop, hip-hop and metal with Kelsey, Brizzl, Mazinga + more
This week on MI Local, we had a fun mix of new and old tracks, from indie-pop to hip-hop and...
Detroit Evening Report: Council approves Bettison as Detroit’s new police chief
Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover Detroit City Council's appointment of Todd Bettison as the city's top cop; the...
Saunteel Jenkins: Nonprofit experience will inform efforts as mayor if elected
One year from now, Mike Duggan won’t be Detroit’s mayor and there is no shortage of folks vying for the...
The Metro: A warm community event brings artists together at the LOVE Building
Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. This has been one of the coldest weeks of winter, but...
Inmates sue MDOC for alleged forced labor, gender discrimination
Inmates in Michigan’s only prison for women are suing the state Department of Corrections for alleged forced labor and gender...
The Metro: Black history is Detroit’s history
Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. It's Black History Month, and we want to recognize that Detroit...
Detroit Evening Report: City works to repair flood damage in southwest Detroit
Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover the aftermath of a massive water main break, warming centers open around the...
The Metro: Exploring the ties between Detroit music and the Black church
Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Detroit is one of the most important music cities in America. ...