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.

Chevy Teams Up With Empowerment Plan to Give Away Coats to the Homeless

The nonprofit The Empowerment Plan has teamed up with Chevrolet to deliver more than 500 coats to the homeless in eight cities...

Neighborhood Service Organization Receives Federal Certification, $4 Million for Mental Health Services

The community health group Neighborhood Service Organization, also known as NSO, has received a $4 million award to fund behavioral...

Ford Motor Company Continues Restoration of Michigan Central Station

Ford Motor Company-John Delle Monache Ford Motor Company is continuing its renovations to the Michigan Central Depot in Corktown. The auto-maker...

After-School Program “Racquet-Up Detroit” is Building a New Facility in Northwest Detroit

Racquet Up Detroit is a non-profit organization that provides students with academic support and coaching in the sport of squash....

DTE Energy Foundation Donates Over $300,000 to Wayne State’s Center for Latino and Latin-American Studies

The DTE Energy Foundation, through its partnership with the non-profit Michigan Hispanic Collaborative (MiHC), has donated $330,000 to Wayne State...

MSU and Apple Partner Up to Offer App Developer Academy in Detroit

Michigan State University and tech giant Apple are teaming up to launch an iOS developer academy in Detroit. The program...

I-375 Improvement Project in Detroit Seeks Public Feedback

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is looking for public input regarding the I-375 project in Detroit. The project, which has...

Michigan State University Launches Online Database Chronicling North-Atlantic Slave Trade

The North-Atlantic Slave Trade has made it nearly impossible for millions of people to identify their lineage and ancestors. A new program...

Seasonal Depression Coupled With the Pandemic Could Make For a Long Winter

As the winter months roll around, many people feel the powerful effects of seasonal depression. This year, those effects may...

AdoptUSKids Campaign Highlights Teen Adoption

Every year since 2004, AdoptUSKids has held a campaign promoting the importance of adoption from the U.S. foster care system. This...

The New Owners of Detroit Popcorn Company are Eager to Continue Its Legacy

The Detroit Popcorn Company was originally located on I-96 and Greenfield in Detroit and later moved to the Detroit/Redford border where...

Detroit Artist Sydney James’ New Exhibition Celebrates Essential Workers

As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc across the nation, many people considered “essential workers” have had to battle the virus...