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The Metro covers local and regional news and current affairs, arts and cultural events and topics, with a commitment to airing perspectives and uncovering stories underreported by mainstream media in Detroit.
Hosts: Tia Graham and Robyn Vincent
Producers: Sam Corey, Cary Junior II
Engineer: Nate Bender
Senior Producer: David Leins
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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: What today’s economy means for Michigan’s small businesses
Michigan’s small businesses are navigating higher costs, shifting hiring practices, and rapid advances in AI. We break down what’s changing — and what it means.
The Metro: A new superintendent, a long list of expectations for Michigan schools
Dr. Glenn Maleyko steps into a school system facing uneven academic recovery, high absenteeism, and growing demands beyond the classroom.
The Metro: How to make the most of Michigan winter in 2026
Dog sledding tops this year’s bucket list for winter fun from Bridge Michigan.
The Metro: Bamboo co-working space opens new location in Midtown
Bamboo now has five locations across Michigan, including one of its newest locations in Midtown Detroit.
The Metro: Why Oakland County punted on ethics reforms
After reports of potential conflicts of interest arose in Oakland County’s leadership, there was a discussion on hiring some form of oversight. Now leaders have decided to pass responsibility to the state.
The Metro: Double Up Food Bonus Bucks vouchers ending Dec. 31
Double Up Food Bucks is a statewide program through the Fair Food Network. It matches SNAP benefits used to buy fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables at participating grocers and farmers markets.
The Metro: Why Novi schools are keeping students off their phones
Gibraltar, Dearborn, and Novi school districts have restricted phone use.
The Metro: The life and legacy of the Packard Plant
Dave Marchioni, industrial and automotive curator, and John Lauter, Packard Plant historian, provide perspective on Packard Plant history.
The Metro: Measles case confirmed in Oakland County
A confirmed case of measles in Oakland County underlines divisions between the medical community, parents and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary of Health and Human Services.
The Metro: Why domestic violence increases in winter, and what you can do to help
What are the signs and how can we as community members step in to protect survivors of domestic violence?
The Metro: DETROIT SALON brings Michigan artists to international audiences
DETROIT SALON is a new initiative that puts Detroit artists in front of global audiences, curators and museums by touring exhibitions that carry their pieces.
The Metro: Renowned performers put on holiday show with Detroit students
Professional dancers, singers and musicians teamed up with students from Voyageur College Preparatory High School to put on a holiday performance.
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