© 2026 Central Michigan University
Connecting Michigan... one story at a time.
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Rick Pluta
/
Michigan Public Radio Network
A business-backed group is asking the Michigan Supreme Court to invalidate a campaign finance petition over a dispute about signature certification.

Thursday on WCMU Public Television

Venture back to the birth of space and time as NOVA probes the mystery of the Big Bang.
Top journalists deliver compelling original analysis of the hour's headlines.
An original series highlighting the people and places that make Michigan unique.
Between the Lakes is WCMU Public Media’s weekly news podcast, bringing you the stories shaping central and northern Michigan—clearly, thoughtfully, and in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Tina Sawyer, new episodes drop each Saturday morning, offering trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more.
News Wrap: Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt
News Wrap: Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
Murder trial put postpartum psychosis in spotlight
What is postpartum psychosis? The condition at the center of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial
Group targets campaign cash used for misconduct legal fees
Group pushes for ban on using campaign funds for legal fees in misconduct cases
How summers by the sea shaped three great American painters
Exhibition reveals how summers by the sea shaped three great American painters
How American English evolved from its British roots
How American English evolved from its British roots
Head Start faces major changes under Trump proposal
A look at the major changes Head Start faces under Trump proposal
FAA investigating jet takeoff during Marine One flight
Plane takeoff during Marine One flight renews concerns about D.C.'s busy airspace
Greece uses satellite detection system to combat wildfires
Greece deploys satellite detection system to combat deadly wildfires
What scientists can learn from debris crashing into the moon
What scientists are learning after SpaceX debris crashed into the moon
Why the Battle of the Little Bighorn still resonates today
How the Battle of the Little Bighorn reshaped U.S. policy toward Native Americans
Destination Michigan 1703
Mt. Pleasant, Sanford, Sault Ste. Marie, Portage, and East Lansing
Destination Michigan 1702
Traverse City, Marquette, DeWitt, and Owosso
Destination Michigan 1701
Detroit, Traverse City, Mt. Pleasant, East Tawas, and Charlevoix
Destination Michigan 1606
Honor, Alanson, Interlochen, and Hancock
Destination Michigan 1605
Caledonia, Mackinaw City, Cedarville, and Beaver Island
Destination Michigan 1604
Ann Arbor, Albion, Sault Ste. Marie and Keweenaw Peninsula
Destination Michigan 1603
Grand Rapids, Detroit, Secret Mushroom Location, Mt. Pleasant, Osceola County
Destination Michigan 1602
Falmouth, Grand Rapids, Cedar Springs, and Alpena
Destination Michigan 1601
Mt. Pleasant, Cheboygan, and Maple City
Episode 1506
Caledonia, Pinconning, Grand Ledge & Waterfalls
WCMU Music - Latest Programs
Destination Out - August 2, 2026
Mike Johnston will be spinning recordings from the '80s. He featured Jameel Moondoc on alto saxophone as well as William Parker on bass, and Rashid Bakr on the drums.
Juke Joint - August 2, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on July 2, 2017. Robert Barclay celebrated the birthday of Mississippi John Hurt, a finger-style acoustic guitarist and songster. He turned 124 on July 2, 2017. So, he turned 133 years old back in July 3, 2026. Robert spun Hurt's recordings along with interpretations by some of his admirers such as Taj Mahal, Maria Muldaur, Chris Smither, Dave Van Ronk, Rory Block, Jim Kweskin, Geoff Muldaur and Doc Watson.
Homespun - August 1, 2026
This week's Homespun is a re-spin of Tom Ball's favorites. This week’s edition of Homespun has a touch of old and new! We hear some classic sides from the Tony Rice Unit, Taj Mahal, Big Bill Broonzy, and Shelby Lynne for the old, and for the new, The Kody Norris Show, plus the fiddling team of Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland!
Destination Out - July 26, 2026
Mike Johnston will be featuring recordings of the Swedish drummer Bengt Berger, who passed away this past week at the age of 84. As well as recordings Berger made with such as Don Cherry, Chapter Seven and the Bitter Funeral Beer Band
Juke Joint - July 26, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on August 27, 2017.This week Robert Barclay did a tribute to the pioneering blues author, Paul Oliver, who died on August 15, 2017 at the age of 90 at his home in England. His 1970 book, Story of the Blues, informed the music world of the early history of the music. Oliver also wrote hundreds of liner notes and magazine articles.Robert played some of the collections of early blues that Oliver produced for reissue including music by Blind Blake, Charlie Patton, Cannon's Jug Stompers and the Beale Street Sheiks.
Homespun - July 25, 2026
This week's Homespun is a re-spin of Tom Ball's favorites. Tom Ball sampled the new sounds of James McMurtry, The Kody Norris Show, Watchhouse, and The Steeldrivers, as well as some Honky Tonk and Western Swing favorites from Carl Smith plus Billy Jack Wills and his Western Swing Band.
WCMU is supported by
Latest from WCMU Public Media
Destination Michigan 1702
Traverse City, Marquette, DeWitt, and Owosso
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.
Bipartisan push grows for stricter rules on license plate reader cameras in Michigan
Momentum is building toward stricter regulation for license plate readers — including Flock Safety cameras.
Veteran Ben Ambrose narrowly wins 2nd District Democratic primary
The Hesperia native will go against Republican Congressman John Moolenaar in November's general election.
Candidate who suspended campaign defeats Trump pick in Michigan primary
A GOP candidate for Michigan's 8th Congressional District dropped out of the primary race in July; Wednesday morning, he won the election by nearly 20 percentage points.
Rematch: Callie Barr wins Democratic primary to face Bergman in November
Getting to Capitol Hill might be an uphill climb for Barr. Republican U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman has held the seat for 10 years, and it's been occupied by a Republican since 2011.
Jocelyn Benson wins Democratic primary for governor's race
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson wins in the Democratic gubernatorial primary against Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Here are Michigan's 2026 primary election results
Live election results: Get the latest on Michigan's U.S. Senate, U.S. House and gubernatorial primary races.
Red Cross makes emergency appeal for blood donations
The Red Cross says this is only the second time in its history that it has issued an emergency appeal for blood donors.
Coalition discusses next steps after MI Supreme Court forces review of Line 5 tunnel
In a 6-1 ruling Friday, the Michigan Supreme Court’s found the tunnel's approval should have consider factors like alternatives to the project and harm to Michigan’s “public trust resources.”
Popular WCMU Television Shows