The Capitol insurrection and the rise and fall of American militias
Leading up to the 2020 presidential election, there was a rise in activity by anti-government groups. Members of multiple militias...
Russ McNamara is a reporter and host of All Things Considered for 101.9 WDET, presenting local news to the station’s loyal listeners. McNamara has been working in radio since he was 17 - and in news since 2012. He also worked as play-by-play announcer for Wayne State University basketball for seven years. Born in the Upper Peninsula, McNamara is a lifelong Michigander. He is a 2002 graduate of Central Michigan University’s Broadcast and Cinematic Arts Program.
McNamara has been honored by the Associated Press, the Radio and Television Digital News Association, and the Michigan Association of Broadcasters for his work.
He is an amateur photographer, enjoys backpacking, bonfires and traveling with his wife, Sara.
GOP attempt to award Michigan’s electoral college votes to Trump was criminal, Nessel says
Republicans who tried to put forth their own electors in 2020 election should face charges, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says. In...
Michigan unemployment agency director says state is attempting to recoup money from fraudulent claims
Billions in fraudulent unemployment claims paid out during the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic was the subject of a joint House and Senate Oversight...
Michigan health officials warn state is headed toward ‘very sharp crest’ in omicron surge
Fueled by the omicron variant, infections during Michigan’s sustained fourth wave of COVID-19 continue to rise. Director of the Michigan Department of...
Matching IDs for Transgender People Is Life-Saving for the Community, Local Activist Says
Members of the trans community are disproportionately impacted by violence -- and some of the hostility has been state-sanctioned. Governmental entities...
Rep. Dan Kildee Shares His Story of the Capitol Insurrection: ‘It Was Really Scary’
Even before the insurrection at the Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021 was set to be different. Rep. Dan Kildee entered the day set...
Pranks and False Threats at Schools Carry Heavy Penalties, Michigan Attorney General Says
Students, parents and teachers across the state are concerned about school safety. Worries about gun violence in the wake of the...
Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission to Begin Voting on New Legislative Maps
The first iteration of the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission was bound to have some hiccups. It’s difficult enough redrawing heavily gerrymandered state legislative...
Whitmer Urges Residents to Get Vaccinated and Booster Shots “Before Omicron Is Everywhere”
Get vaccinated, then get boosted against the coronavirus – that’s the message from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as the state deals with an extended fourth wave...
Highly Contagious Omicron Variant Could Be Beginning of the End of the Pandemic, Doctor Says
The highly infectious omicron variant of COVID-19 is in Michigan -- and it won’t be long until it’s the dominant strain. The omicron is present...
Striking Kellogg Employees Rally After Union and Company Reach Tentative Agreement
Striking Kellogg employees and their families rallied in Battle Creek on Friday as the union for the food giant have...
Palmer Park Coat Drive Will Benefit Detroit’s Trans Community
A coat drive being held on Saturday in the Palmer Park area will benefit Detroit’s trans community. Julisa Abad is...