Such Great Heights: New book looks at ’00s indie rock explosion
The music landscape has changed a lot since the turn of the 21st century. Not just styles, but how we...
MI Local: Best of 2025’s live in-studio performances
On MI Local, you'll often hear in-person interviews with a wide range of local artists. We also get quite a...
The Metro: As environmental rules roll back, a religious authority remains silent
For more than half a century, the American environmental movement has struck a familiar rhythm: alarm, action, and industry backlash....
Detroit Evening Report: Detroit City Council votes in new leaders
The Detroit City Council voted in new leaders Monday. WDET'S Bre'Anna Tinsley was there. James Tate was voted President 5-4. He served as President Pro Tem...
5 years since the January 6 insurrection
Tuesday marks the fifth anniversary of the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. A large group protesting the...
Gunman arrested outside Romulus Middle School
An unnamed gunman was arrested at Romulus Middle School. The school was placed on lockdown following reports of shots fired outside...
The Metro: Arts education is more than crayons and markers
For some of our listeners, arts and culture from kindergarten through high school were guaranteed and expected. Woodshop, cooking classes...
Michigan farmers face uncertainties despite bailout, union says
The Trump administration recently announced $12 billion in bailout money in an effort to prop up the farming industry. That...
The Metro: What today’s economy means for Michigan’s small businesses
Michigan’s economy is in flux. Tariffs have pushed up the cost of some goods. Unemployment has ticked up slightly. Hiring...
Detroit Evening Report: Sheffield takes office
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield took office on New Year's Day. But she's celebrating her achievement with a public swearing-in ceremony...
The Progressive Underground Pick of the Week: ‘Circlesz’ by GENA
This week we are tapping in with GENA, a new project from Dallas-born, now L.A.-based vocalist Liv.e and legendary Detroit...
The Metro: A new superintendent, a long list of expectations for Michigan schools
Michigan’s schools are increasingly tasked with more than teaching. They are expected to raise reading and math scores, address rising...