Jerome Vaughn is News Director at 101.9 WDET. He joined WDET in 1992 to help chronicle Detroit's comeback and let people around the world know the truth about his hometown.

Vaughn runs the news internship program, providing opportunities for future public radio producers. He has also served as a mentor for NPR's Next Generation Radio Project. Vaughn has won dozens of awards for his reporting. He was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame in 2018.

His interest in news reporting began when he was five years old, after his mom bought him a yellow Panasonic ball and chain radio.

This image from House Television video shows the vote total Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, as the House votes to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., for her rhetoric about the Israel-Hamas war.

Detroit Evening Report: US House votes to censure Rashida Tlaib over Israel comments

November 8, 2023

The U.S. House of Representatives voted late Tuesday to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her recent comments on the Israel-Hamas...

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File -A Ford Bronco is displayed at a Gus Machado Ford dealership on Jan. 23, 2023, in Hialeah, Fla. New union agreements with Detroit automakers reached during the past week will cost Ford, Stellantis and General Motors over $1 billion per year by the time they take effect in four years.

Detroit Evening Report: New UAW contracts could mean higher vehicle prices for consumers

November 1, 2023

The recent United Auto Workers strike against automakers may push vehicle prices higher, according to industry analysts. The union won...

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Striking union members and supporters march in Detroit to rally for a new contract on Oct. 19, 2023.

Detroit Evening Report: Striking casino workers march on Detroit City Hall

October 24, 2023

Striking casino workers gathered in the Coleman A Young Municipal Center Tuesday morning to voice their concerns to Detroit City...

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FILE - Former state Sen. Adam Hollier attends a press conference with other Detroit lawmakers and activists regarding the redistricting of Michigan Congressional maps, Oct. 12, 2021.

Detroit Evening Report: Adam Hollier challenges Shri Thanedar for US House seat

October 17, 2023

Former state Sen. Adam Hollier (D-Detroit), says he will challenge incumbent Congressman Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primary for Michigan’s...

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Detroit Evening Report: MSU establishes new tuition-free program for Michigan residents

October 10, 2023

A new financial aid program from Michigan State University is making it easier for some students to attend. The school...

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FILE - James Craig, a former Detroit police chief, announces he is a Republican candidate for governor of Michigan, on Sept. 14, 2021,

Detroit Evening Report: Retired Detroit police chief James Craig officially launches US Senate campaign

October 3, 2023

Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has officially announced his intention to run for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat. Subscribe to...

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President Joe Biden joins striking United Auto Workers on the picket line, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, in Van Buren Township, Mich.

Detroit Evening Report: Biden arrives in Metro Detroit, meets with UAW members at picket line

September 26, 2023

President Joe Biden visited Metro Detroit Tuesday afternoon for a historic stop to speak with UAW strikers at a picket...

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A person holds up a sign that says "Detroit is a union town" on Sept. 15, 2023, in Wayne, Mich.

Detroit Evening Report: UAW President Shawn Fain threatens more work stoppages, sets new deadline

September 19, 2023

The United Auto Workers union is on strike against Detroit’s automakers for a fifth day. Listen and Subscribe to the...

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit casinos brought in $105M in revenue in August

September 12, 2023

Detroit’s three casinos brought in nearly $105 million in revenue in July. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple...

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit hosting certification fair to empower minority and women-owned businesses

September 5, 2023

The city of Detroit is holding a business certification fair to encourage minority and women-based businesses to join the work...

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield might run for mayor

August 29, 2023

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield is considering a run for mayor. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple...

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit public schools reach tentative deal with teachers union on new contract

August 21, 2023

The Detroit Public Schools Community District reached a tentative contract agreement with the Detroit Federation of Teachers on Sunday. Subscribe...

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