Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission Denied Extension Despite Census Delays
The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission will not have a deadline to turn in new maps for legislative and congressional...
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.
Detroit Continues Cleanup after June Floods as FEMA Tours Neighborhoods to Assess Damage
After more than 6 inches of rain drenched Detroit and the surrounding area last month, residents in affected communities are still...
Activists and Politicians Ask Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan to Reassess Property Tax Foreclosures
Activists and politicians are calling for an end to tax foreclosures and over-assessments in the City of Detroit. Sonja Bonnett...
In First Political Speech, James Craig Slams Democrats, But Does Not Announce Run for Governor
As police chief of Detroit, James Craig said he tried to remain apolitical but privately had been very open about...
Phil Mickelson Says He Won’t Come Back to Detroit After Detroit News Report
The PGA Tour’s Rocket Mortgage Classic is taking place this weekend at the Detroit Golf Club, but the play on...
Detroit Is Not Built to Handle Climate Change
When flooding rains filled freeways and drenched basements across Metro Detroit in 2014, it was considered a 100-year flooding event....
Metro Detroit Flooding Result of Climate Change, Underinvestment in Infrastructure, Whitmer Says
Several miles of I-94 remain flooded and waterlogged trash and former treasures line streets in Detroit as the city digs...
Demonstrators Demand Justice in Slaying of Indigenous Woman
About 200 people demonstrated in front of the federal courthouse in Detroit on Tuesday, demanding justice for the killing of an Indigenous...
Michigan’s Health Director on Lifting of COVID-19 Restrictions: “It’s the Right Time to Move Forward”
Michigan is lifting all indoor capacity restrictions and mask requirements 10 days early. The state's main coronavirus order will expire...
State Rep. Cynthia Johnson Says She Will Not Back Down After Receiving Another Racist and Violent Threat
State Rep. Cynthia Johnson is both empathetic and defiant after receiving a racist and violent voicemail. The Democratic lawmaker from...
Democratic Lawmakers in Michigan House Unveil Package of Police Reform Bills
Michigan House Democrats on Tuesday announced a wide-ranging package of police reform legislation that would attempt to hold law enforcement...
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democratic Lawmakers Seek More Funding to Help Ease Delays at Branch Offices
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson wants the Legislature to add employees and allow overtime payments at branch offices. Benson...