House Committee holds first hearing on renters’ rights bills
A state House panel held its first hearing Thursday on legislation to create a right to legal representation for people...
Detroit Evening Report: Michigan research institute examines impact of war in Gaza on religious minorities
The Michigan and Washington, D.C.-based educational research group Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU) this month released the third...
In The Groove: Listen to a tribute to Detroit techno legend Mike Huckaby, plus music from Danny Brown, Feist and more
Today’s In The Groove is 100% dedicated to the life and legacy of Detroit techno and house electronic music pioneer...
Created Equal: First-ever financial disclosures paint a cloudy picture of accountability in Michigan politics
Michigan’s top elected officials have submitted personal financial disclosures now required under state law. The change comes following the passage...
The Metro: Local photographer showcases Detroit Lions with giant portraits during NFL Draft
The eyes of the sports world are on Detroit this weekend as the city hosts the 2024 NFL Draft. While...
New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial
NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned Harvey Weinstein ’s 2020 rape conviction, finding the judge at the...
The Metro Events Guide: Draft Day celebrations to check out in Detroit this weekend
There are endless options for what to do in Detroit this weekend as the NFL Draft comes to town for...
CuriosiD: Is the medicinal magic of Vernors a myth or reality?
WDET’s CuriosiD series answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode of CuriosiD,...
The Metro: Local rabbi reflects on traditions of Passover holiday
Passover, one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar, began for many Michigan families on Monday evening. The...
Created Equal: New report raises questions about nonfatal police shootings in Detroit
It's always significant when police decide to use lethal force against the citizens they've sworn to protect. But a new...
Detroit Evening Report: Detroit area ranked among worst cities in the nation for annual pollution, report shows
Metro Detroit has some of the worst air particle pollution in the country, according to a new report released Wednesday...
MI Local: Hear new music from Zander Michigan, Saltbreaker and more
This week on MI Local, I premiere brand new singles from local artists like noveltysongs, Zander Michigan and Saltbreaker. See...