Tia Graham

Tia Graham was born and raised on the westside of Detroit. She is a graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in broadcast Journalism. Tia had the opportunity to cover former President Obama’s trip to Lansing in 2014. As well, She has interned with Fox 47 in Lansing, Fox 2 News in Detroit, Detroit Public Television and 101.9 WDET. Tia has worked behind the scenes in production with DPTV, including camera operating for American Black Journal and various productions. Tia began her radio career in 2017 as a traffic reporter with WWJ Newsradio 950, and in 2019 became the Weekend Edition host and part-time fill-in host here with WDET. Tia was promoted to host and producer of CultureShift, WDET's daily arts and culture show. She looks forward to keeping the community up to date with all things arts, music and culture.

Detroit Evening Report: Developers plan to turn abandoned Mammoth building in Detroit into mixed-used complex

The old Mammoth Building on Detroit’s Westside may soon undergo renovations after years of sitting vacant. Subscribe to the Detroit...

CultureShift: Good Moves, Good Grooves taking over Detroit Riverfront this weekend

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is hosting Good Moves, Good Grooves, presented by the William Davidson Foundation. According to organizers, the...

CultureShift: Why are writers and actors striking in Hollywood, and what does it mean for the future of the industry?

The SAG-AFTRA strikes in Hollywood have no clear end in sight as studio executives continue to look for alternative ways...

Detroit Evening Report: National Black Men in Leadership summit coming to Huntington Place in Detroit

The Michigan Diversity Council (MIDC) is hosting its National Black Men in Leadership summit this month. Subscribe to the Detroit...

Detroit Evening Report: Intense storms hit Metro Detroit, several counties under severe storm watch

Severe Weather is slated for this evening throughout Southeast Michigan. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,...

CultureShift: Why doesn’t Detroit fly its flag more?

You wouldn't know Detroit has a flag just by looking around. Detroit’s flag isn’t represented much throughout the city —...

Detroit Evening Report: Gov. Whitmer signs package of bills expanding voter rights in Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed a bipartisan package of bills to expand voter rights. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report...

CultureShift: Stevie Wonder tribute to highlight health and wellness in the New Center area

This weekend, the College for Creative Studies is hosting a tribute to living legend Stevie Wonder. The Health, Love &...

Midtown Art Fair celebrates its second year of inclusivity in the heart of the Cultural District

The second annual Midtown Art Fair takes place Sunday, July 16 from 1-6 p.m. across from the DIA. The fair...

African World Festival celebrates 40 years at Hart Plaza this weekend

The Charles H. Wright Museum’s African World Festival turns 40 this year and the 3-day event at Hart Plaza will...

Detroit Evening Report: Juneteenth is now an official state holiday in Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation declaring Juneteenth a state holiday in Michigan. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on...

CultureShift: ‘Hood Work’ panel discussion frames art as a tool for change

Allied Media Projects’ newest speaker series kicked off last month, featuring an event happening at MOCAD later this week. The...