New Podcast from WDET and Science Gallery Detroit Addresses Mental Health, Grief and Young People
"Science of Grief" is a new 10-episode WDET podcast that "makes space for young adults to share stories, science and solutions for those who...
Belle Isle Nature Center Celebrates Summer in the City With New Outdoor Programming
The new offerings at Belle Isle's Nature Center include a variety of options like the Nature Tots program, guided mindfulness,...
Stabenow Says “Make It In America” Measures Would Be a Boon for Michigan Manufacturing
Legislation moving through Congress would give Michigan manufacturing a huge boost. The U.S. Innovation and Competition Act would encourage the government to buy more products that...
Author Jess McHugh Re-examines American History Through 13 Bestselling Books
"Americanon: An Unexpected U.S. History in Thirteen Bestselling Books," is a new book that explores America's favorite literary works and how they...
Science of Grief: Exploring Unexpected Loss
The Science of Grief, produced by WDET and Science Gallery Detroit, explores the stories, science and solutions around grief and...
Ruth Ellis Center Kicks Off Pride Month With Stride for Pride
Ruth Ellis is celebrated as a Detroit icon for the LGBTQ community. After moving to Michigan in the mid-1930s with her...
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...
Restaurant Revitalization Fund Is Designed To Be More Equitable Than Paycheck Protection Program
At the beginning of the pandemic, government assistance to business owners was not distributed equitably to minorities. As new federal...
Michigan Supreme Court Suspends Decertification of Proposal P, Allowing Detroit Charter Question on August Ballot
The Michigan Supreme Court is ordering the Court of Appeals to rush a hearing on the validity of Detroit’s Proposal...
Michigan’s Top Environmental Regulator Defends New PFAS Standards, Line 5 Permits
Michigan's top environmental regulator is defending Michigan’s new standards for PFAS contamination in water. Those chemicals are linked to serious health...
Rep. Andy Levin Joins Push to Give Student Athletes Ability to Become School Employees and Unionize
The National Collegiate Athletic Association generates billions of dollars for the schools in their organization. It is an industry that...
Tittabawassee River Dams Will Be Rebuilt, But Who Pays Remains Controversial
What used to be a lake in front of Pete Deliso’s house is now a barren expanse of dirt and brush....