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Hosts: Tia Graham and Robyn Vincent
Producers: Sam Corey, Cary Junior II, Jack Filbrandt
Engineer: Nate Bender
Senior Producer: David Leins
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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Talking to strangers is good for your health, research shows
There is mounting research that suggests that having real-life interactions with other people is good for our health and happiness.
The Metro: Detroit photographer Bill Rauhauser’s legacy celebrated in new exhibit
Angela Wisniewski-Cobbina, owner of Detroit boutique Coup D’état, joined the show to discuss the exhibit, which will feature 23 of Rauhauser’s legendary pieces.
The Metro: Utilities face scrutiny over rate increases, customer impact
Starting in April, the average monthly bill for Consumers Energy customers will increase by $2.78. The approval comes after rate hikes for both DTE and Consumers Energy were granted in the past year.
The Metro: Access to college education via federal loans facing disruption
Trump announced last week that the administration of federal student loans would now be the responsibility of the Small Business Administration instead of the Department of Education.
The Metro: A look at public transit history and where it’s headed in Detroit
Today on The Metro, we’re looking at the history and future of public transit in the Motor City.
The Metro: How will cuts to the VA and its services impact veterans?
Veterans rely on the VA to provide the essential services that help them return to civilian life after serving.
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