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The state revoked Victoria Bishop’s access to Michigan’s voter roll Friday, the latest salvo in the dispute between the state and the controversial Republican election official.
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After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon we head for Chamonix.
Kick off Season 29 of all-new ROADSHOW at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art!
Preview: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Hour 2
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Remembering painter David Hockney and his artistic legacy
Remembering revolutionary painter David Hockney and his artistic legacy
News Wrap: Judge orders Trump's name from Kennedy Center
News Wrap: Judge says Kennedy Center must remove Trump's name by Friday deadline
Brooks and Capehart on tradeoffs of possible U.S.-Iran deal
Brooks and Capehart on the tradeoffs of a possible U.S.-Iran deal
Springsteen on critical patriotism and the power of protest
Bruce Springsteen on 'critical patriotism' and the power of protest music
Gaza's students strive to learn despite shattered schools
How Gaza's students are still learning despite shattered schools and displacement
Mideast experts assess potential U.S.-Iran agreement
'Close doesn't count': Mideast experts assess potential U.S.-Iran agreement
UFC at White House spotlights Trump's partnership with White
White House UFC event spotlights Trump’s decades-long partnership with Dana White
What U.S. and Iran are demanding in latest peace proposal
What the U.S. and Iran are demanding in the latest peace proposal
Trump calls off strikes, says deal with Iran is close
Trump calls off threatened strikes, says deal with Iran is close
Middle East experts assess prospects for U.S.-Iran deal
Middle East experts assess prospects for U.S.-Iran deal
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Destination Out - June 14, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston pays tribute to jazz guitarist James Blood Ulmer, who passed away June 5, 2026.
Juke Joint - June 14, 2026
This week's edition of "The Juke Joint" is a rebroadcast of a program that originally aired on August 10, 2025. In this episode, Robert Barclay explored the work of influential soul songwriter Don Covay, featuring recordings of his songs by Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Wilson Pickett, Etta James, Solomon Burke, the Staple Singers, and Chubby Checker. This special encore presentation is part of WCMU's Summer Fundraiser, with fundraising support provided by hosts Rick Brewer and David Nicholas.
Homespun - June 13, 2026
…As you’re cruising the Highways and Byways, Homespun this week keeps you moving with The Seldom Scene, Blue Highway, plus Norman Blake! We’ll also push back the rug and dance to the Irish sounds of DeDannan ,along with Liz Carroll & John Doyle!
Destination Out - June 7, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston pays tribute to tenor saxophonist Gary Foster following his passing at age 89, featuring selections from across Foster's remarkable career alongside music by Warne Marsh and Ted Brown.
Juke Joint - June 7, 2026
This week’s edition of “The Juke Joint” is a rebroadcast of a program that originally aired January 26, 2025. We’re heading back to Louisiana for some Cajun, zydeco and blues tunes. We’ll hear from Terrance Simien, Beausoleil, Katie Webster, C.J. Chenier, Buckwheat Zydeco, Lazy Lester, Chubby Carrier, Rosie Ledet, John Mooney, the Lost Bayou Ramblers, and Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys. The Duke of Juke, Robert Barclay, will include some interview sound bites from three of the artists.
Homespun - June 6, 2026
Summer seems in full swing, so Homespun this week keeps on Swingin’ with Moon Mulligan, Leon McAuliffe, plus Red Knuckles and the Trailblazers! We’ll also hear new music from Daniel Grindstaff, Sophie Wellington, and a couple tearjerkers from Buddy and Julie Miller.
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Pressing Matters | MDOC Staffing Crisis, Housing Shortage & Bay City Infrastructure Challenges
We examine the staffing crisis Michigan's prison system is facing the housing shortage and more.
Saginaw weighs future of historic water treatment plant
The facility is nearing its centennial anniversary. Officials say renovations will cost $400 million, about $100 million less than it would take to build a new one.
Severe thunderstorms, high winds, expected to hit lower Michigan
It comes after a batch of storms knocked tens of thousands of people offline across the state Wednesday evening.
House bills would accelerate school reading rules, making them take effect July 1
The state House voted Wednesday largely along party lines to accelerate new standards for teaching reading to students.
Insurance would cover full cost of inhalers and insulin under bills introduced in Michigan Senate
Copays on some key medications for asthma, diabetes, and allergic reactions would go away under bills introduced Wednesday in the Michigan Senate.
Judge dismisses property rights lawsuit against DNR officer
The suit claimed the conservation officer should not have been on their land and was harassing two hunters last November. The couple has appealed the case and filed a separate suit.
Northern Michigan counties look to bring rural roads voice to Lansing
Road commissioners across Northern Michigan are deciding whether to join a new organization that wants to give rural roads more of a voice in Lansing. The alliance was created by road commissioners from Isabella, Mackinac and Houghton counties.
Traverse City: Damage limited in record-breaking flood by 'someday' investment
After April showers brought river levels across the city 92% higher than ever, infrastructure protected the city from millions in damage.
More mosquitos are expected in northern Michigan this summer
The region experienced its wettest spring on record this year following historic flooding and snowfall.
Rewatch Antiques Roadshow in Charlevoix!
ROADSHOW visits charming Charlevoix, MI in search of hidden treasures and their stories.
See Michigan marvels unveiled during ROADSHOW’s stop at Castle Farms in Charlevoix!
ROADSHOW found treasures in a castle during a stop in Charlevoix, Michigan.
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