Public Comment Period for US Ecology Expansion Nears Close
April 9, 2019
The company is seeking the green light for a 10-fold expansion of its hazardous waste management facility on Georgia Street in Detroit.
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Alex McLenon is a Wayne State University graduate, finishing with a bachelor’s degree in media arts & production, minor in broadcast journalism, and associates degree in cinematic arts. Alex has many interests; from cars and sports, to arts and science. During college he amassed four years of experience as a Zamboni driver and acknowledges spending far too much money on his CD collection. Above all, Alex describes himself as being “naturally curious” and has a deep passion for public radio.
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L. Brooks Patterson Diagnosed with Stage Four Pancreatic Cancer
March 26, 2019
The long-time Oakland County Executive says he still intends to complete his term in office.
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The Polar Bear Expedition: The Heroes of America’s Forgotten Invasion of Russia, 1918-1919 [AUDIO, TRANSCRIPT]
March 1, 2019
How does the United States’ 1918 invasion of the former Soviet Union fit into U.S. Russian relations today?
All Along the Lodge Playfield
Feb. 17, 2019
Detroit officials are hoping to bring a commercial development to the site — likely creating new jobs in the process. But some residents aren’t sure the city has their best interests in mind.
How the Government Shutdown Leaves the Great Lakes in Limbo
Jan. 23, 2019
The lack of support from government entities is being felt from shipping lanes to the shores of Lake Erie.
Government Shutdown Draws the Ire of Activists in Southwest Detroit
Jan. 16, 2019
The group was comprised of immigrant families and those who support their rights, but “immigration” wasn’t the only word on their lips.
Tale of the Michigan Polar Bears
Dec. 28, 2018
World War I had ended, but the Polar Bears were still at large on the Russian frontier.
Former Pharmacy School Bows-Out for New Housing Development
Dec. 7, 2018
Just what the doctor ordered. “Lafayette West” will create 374 new residential units.
[VIDEO] Voter Guide: Understanding Michigan’s Proposal 2
Oct. 30, 2018
What is gerrymandering and how would Proposal 2 change the practice?
The Occasional Race for Charter Revision Commission [VIDEO]
Oct. 23, 2018
Meet the candidates on the ballot for Detroit’s fourth-ever Charter Commission.