Pensions, 32-hour work week, retiree benefits part of UAW demands in contract talks
The United Auto Workers released their demands ahead of contract negotiations with Detroit's three major automakers, and union members are...
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.
Former Warren cop Matthew Rodriguez faces federal charges for beating inmate
A former Warren police officer has been charged in federal court with violating a prisoner’s civil rights. Prosecutors accuse Matthew...
Pilot job courts program launches in Wayne County
Under a new pilot program in Wayne County, some low-level, non-violent offenders would be given jobs in lieu of jail...
Kellogg Foundation spending billions on childhood development, including in Michigan
Over the years, the nonprofit W.K. Kellogg Foundation has invested $9 billion globally — including $1.6 billion in Michigan. At...
Detroit’s historic Book Tower officially reopens after $400M in renovations
Detroit's historic Book Tower is formally back open after Thursday's ribbon cutting ceremony, celebrating the nearly $400 million in renovations....
Study finds over half of Detroiters would leave the city
Over half of Detroit residents say they would move permanently, a new study finds. The Gallup Center for Black Voices...
Detroit Mayor Duggan proposes tax reform, rate hikes for vacant lots
Homeowners in Detroit would get a tax break under a new proposal by Mayor Mike Duggan. The cut would come...
Detroit police, feds announce summer crime reduction program containing familiar elements
The One Detroit Partnership — a coalition consisting of the Detroit Police Department, U.S. Attorney's Office, the FBI, DEA, ATF...
With emergency COVID funds running dry, budget cuts loom for Detroit’s public schools
In the three years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Detroit's public school system has taken in millions in...
Efforts to end flavored tobacco product sales in Detroit get a boost from the CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention back up claims by Detroit officials that the city would be better off...
Macomb County addressing mental health with jail improvements
Macomb County officials hope to improve the way they handle people in mental health crisis or dealing with addiction by...
Are news organizations finally catching up to Trump’s antics?
When Donald Trump rode the escalator down into our daily lives to announce he was running for president, he fundamentally...