Hernz Laguerre Jr. is a Multimedia Journalist at 101.9 WDET. He is one of the co-host for "Detroit Evening Report," one of the weekend anchors for "Weekend Edition," the producer for our political podcast, "MichMash," and reports on arts, culture and politics. Hernz graduated from Syracuse University: S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with his bachelors in broadcast and digital journalism and his masters in television, radio and film.

MichMash: MSU trustees face removal over misconduct allegations

Two members of the Michigan State University Board of Trustees have been accused of bullying and misconduct following an independent...

MichMash: Political pundits Adrian Hemond, John Sellek go in-depth on Michigan’s ‘uncommitted’ vote

The Michigan primaries came and went and the results were predictable — save for the "uncommitted" campaign claiming 13% of...

Detroit Evening Report: Michigan income tax rate to increase in 2024

The Michigan Department of Treasury announced this week that it expects the state's personal income tax rate to increase from...

Detroit Evening Report: Detroit’s first 3D-printed house hits the market

Detroit’s first 3D printed house is officially on the market in the city's Islandview neighborhood. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening...

MichMash: Oakland County Chair Vance Patrick on why he supports Hoekstra over Karamo for Michigan GOP chair

The drama in the Michigan GOP continues as the party plans two separate conventions for the Republican presidential nominee. MichMash...

Detroit Evening Report: Whitmer announces competition to bring clean energy developments to Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's administration is launching a nationwide competition to attract companies looking for state funding in clean energy. Subscribe...

MichMash: Sen. Sarah Anthony says new gun laws are ‘big steps in the right direction’

This week marks one year since the tragic shooting at Michigan State University. How have lawmakers responded? MichMash host Cheyna...

Detroit Evening Report: First eight ‘certified tech hubs’ unveiled in Detroit

The city of Detroit has announced the opening of eight new "certified tech hubs" to help ensure residents have equitable...

MichMash: Whitmer’s proposed budget and the state’s potential legislative maps

The Michigan Independent Redistricting Commission is taking public comment after releasing its proposed draft maps for seven metro Detroit Michigan...

Detroit Evening Report: Detroit Land Bank Authority negotiating new contract with the city

The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) is negotiating a new deal with the city after its 2020 contract expired at...

MichMash: Sen. Nesbitt on trying to find ‘common ground’ with Michigan Democrats

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt joined MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer's Alethia Kasban this week to talk about his reaction...

Detroit Evening Report: Firm announces $25M settlement over role in Flint water crisis

Flint residents, businesses and property owners have reached a $25 million settlement with an engineering firm that contracted with the...