Is A Wealth Tax the Answer to Inequality in America?
With a presidential election on the horizon, 2020 is set to be a year full of political discussion and debate....
Former Wayne County Treasurer Raymond Wojtowicz Has Died
Former Wayne County Treasurer Raymond Wojtowicz has died, according to county officials. Wojotwicz served in office for nearly four decades...
Trump’s Iran Policy Another Chapter In Decades of Dysfunctional Relationship
Jake Neher/WDET Tensions between Iran and the United States have taken a turn, with retaliation on military bases in Iraq...
Watch Live: Trump Speaks On Iranian Retaliation
President Trump is speaking to the nation following attacks on military bases in Iraq where U.S. troops are stationed. Trump...
U.S. Fuel Prices Remain Stable, But Iran’s Response Could Change Things
Editor's note: This story has been updated with new and corrected details. The conflict between the United States and Iran has not...
Former Teacher’s Advice On Joy In Class: Let Students Lead the Way
Carla Shalaby The book "Teaching When the World is on Fire" offers a collection of essays from educators about the politics...
How Hot Tub Time Machine, A Tale of Two Kitties, and B-Dubs Influenced Lawmaking in Michigan
When controversial bills clear the state House and Senate, lawmakers get one opportunity to say their piece about that legislation....
‘Puppy Dog Bouncin’ is the Cutest Video of the Year (So Far)
Behold the first viral moment of the year — the infectiously cheerful "Puppy Dog Bouncin (In The Box)" song and video....
Detroit Scores $1 Million To Boost Recycling Efforts
State authorities recently announced $2 million dollars in grants aimed at increasing Michigan's recycling rate and educating the public on what's...
Blues Legend Bettye LaVette Wants You To ‘Sit Down, Shut Up’ and Let Her Sing
Bettye LaVette Bettye LaVette’s decades-long career has had its share of ups and downs over the decades, at one point,...
Right to Life Petition Mobilizes 8,000 Volunteers In Campaign to Ban Abortion Procedure
Right to Life of Michigan Right to Life of Michigan launched a campaign in June to end what's medically known as...
Metro Detroit Reacts to ‘Green Ooze’ Contaminant With Humor, Concern
Laura Herberg/WDET Inside Hazel Park’s Max Dugan Saloon staffers are trying to make the best of a toxic situation. “We...