Alex McLenon is a Reporter with 101.9 WDET.

In Appeal to Michiganders, President Biden Underscores Intentions of Investing in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

President Joe Biden made a stop in Howell to promote his infrastructure funding package this week. Republicans and Democrats are thought...

Michigan Used Car Dealers Are Feeling the Effects of Global Semiconductor Shortage

The impact of supply chain issues on the automotive industry has pushed new vehicle prices higher throughout 2021. With cars,...

The Constitution Protects a Well Regulated Militia. Efforts to Clarify Began Shortly After

As part of 101.9 WDET’s Book Club, we’re inviting the Detroit region to examine and discuss the text that impacts every...

Anti-Mask Protesters in Oakland County Angered by School Mask Mandate

With the Labor Day holiday passed, K-12 schools across Michigan are now in full swing. The return to in-person learning comes...

Automakers Double Down on EVs, While General Motors’ Hydrogen Partner Nikola Faces Scrutiny

Coming off profitable second quarters, Ford, Stellantis and General Motors are ramping up their goals for bringing new electric models...

2020 In-Person Voting Rules Remain for Michigan’s August Primaries

Local primary elections will be held across the State of Michigan on Tuesday. Local voting booths will be open from 7...

“White Boy Rick” Richard Wershe Jr. Files Lawsuit Against Former Law Enforcement Officials

Richard Wershe Jr., also known as White Boy Rick, filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking $100 million, claiming former Detroit Police Department and FBI...

Investment Places Stellantis in EV Competition with Ford and General Motors

While General Motors and Ford have announced a variety of electrical vehicle projects in recent months, Stellantis has been missing...

AAA Michigan Projects Record Travel Numbers for Fourth of July Weekend

As the country comes out of the coronavirus pandemic, the travel industry is preparing for a busy Independence Day weekend. AAA...

Planning Efforts for Return of Woodward Dream Cruise Underway

Event organizers are in the midst of planning this summer’s return of the Woodward Dream Cruise. The popular mid-August classic car...

Henry Ford Health System Is Requiring All Employees to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

Henry Ford Health System is mandating that all of its approximately 33,000 workers be vaccinated against COVID-19. Officials say anyone...

Ray Curry Elected Next United Auto Workers Union President

United Auto Workers’ executive board members have elected Ray Curry as the union’s next president. With the outgoing Rory Gamble set...