These 1960s Black Activist Groups Fought For Economic Opportunity in Detroit
A new collection at Walter P. Reuther Library Archives at Wayne State University showcases documents and materials from Black activist...
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.
Despite COVID Recession, Financial Aid Out of Reach for Disadvantaged Students
The price of four year universities in the country have continued to climb over the years, making it more difficult...
Health Expert Says Fall Gives U.S. Second Chance At Getting COVID-19 Prevention Right
As positive COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to climb across the nation, medical professionals are coming together to hit the...
Listen to Matthew Dear’s Song Sampling the Ford Mustang Mach-E
The all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E has a unique back story. Engineers had their work cut out to create a vehicle...
Juvenile Court Fees Burden Families, Provide Limited Revenue
Juvenile court fees and fines are often devastating to families who may already be facing financial hardships. The Michigan Center...
MDOT Construction Adds Bike Lanes, Walkable Paths to Connect Communities
Construction in the City of Detroit is being used as a way to bridge two communities together by adding bike lanes...
Michigan Officials Continue to Gather Information, Plan for I-375 Revamp
In 2013, conversations around the city of Detroit and state began to discuss the removal of Interstate 375 and new...
Michigan Changes Juvenile Discipline Rules After Death At Foster Facility
Michigan officials have implemented sweeping rules changes after the death of a 16-year-old ward of the state in Kalamazoo in...
Keep Your Kids Moving With Virtual Fitness Classes
A program at the University of Michigan is launching virtual fitness classes for kids. The Exercise and Sports Science Initiative will...
How Corporate Branding Embedded Racist Stereotypes In American Culture
As Black Lives Matters protests against police brutality and systemic racism continue, corporations and other civic institutions are reexamining long-brewing...
Detroit Non-Profit Assists Pregnant Women, Mothers During Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused several hardships for young families in Detroit, from unemployment to food insecurity. “We all need...
Oakland County to Staff Schools With Nurses to Prevent COVID-19
A new Oakland County initiative will aim to add on-site nurses for local schools to educate staff and students –...
