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The bills were met with swift backlash from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources at a recent hearing in the Michigan House of Representatives.
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the ancestry of actor Sharon Stone & model Chrissy Teigen.
Sir David Attenborough explores a site with traces of ancient mammoths and Neanderthals.
Amanpour and Company features conversations with leaders and decision makers.
This time on Destination Michigan — stained glass artistry in Mt. Pleasant, handcrafted wooden games in Sanford, a classic pasty shop in Sault Ste. Marie, a veteran-owned smokehouse in Portage, and 150 years of botanical history in East Lansing.
How schools are using AI and VR to train nurses
How schools are using AI and VR to train the next generation of nurses
Jon Meacham joins Amna Nawaz on 'Settle In'
Jon Meacham and Amna Nawaz examine the state of our democracy on 'Settle In'
News Wrap: South Carolina Senate rejects redistricting push
News Wrap: South Carolina Senate rejects redistricting push
Remembering the remarkable life of jazz legend Sonny Rollins
Remembering the remarkable life of jazz legend Sonny Rollins
Iran says U.S. acting in 'bad faith' after new strikes
Iran says U.S. acting in 'bad faith' after strikes during peace talks
Giving Iran control of strait a mistake, Bolton argues
Giving Iran control of Strait of Hormuz would be a mistake, Bolton argues
On the ground at the Iranian school devastated by airstrike
At Iranian school devastated by airstrike, grieving families say they will never forget
Trump's 4th medical checkup renews scrutiny of his health
Trump's 4th medical checkup renews public scrutiny of his health
Health workers in Africa struggle to slow Ebola outbreak
Health workers in Africa struggle to slow Ebola outbreak
News Wrap: Calif. chemical tank no longer explosion risk
News Wrap: Southern California chemical tank no longer a threat to explode
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Destination Out - May 24, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston explores 1950s bebop with a focus on alto saxophone players inspired by Charlie Parker, featuring music from Jackie McLean, Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Stitt, Miles Davis, George Russell, and Charlie Parker himself, alongside later avant-garde and free jazz selections from artists including Steve Lacy, Don Cherry, Masada String Trio, and Phil Cohran.
Juke Joint - May 24, 2026
This week’s edition of “The Juke Joint” is a rebroadcast of a program that originally aired March 9, 2025. The Women’s History Month-themed episode features blues and soul music by Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Koko Taylor, Billie Holiday, Roberta Flack, Bessie Smith, Memphis Minnie, Maria Muldaur, Big Mama Thornton, and Tina Turner.
Homespun - May 23, 2026
…On this week’s edition of Homespun, we’ll be celebrating Bob Dylan’s birthday with songs from the bard himself, plus Joan Baez, Ian & Sylvia, The Country Gentlemen, The Brothers and Sisters, plus more covering his music!This program is a re-broadcast.
Destination Out - May 17, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston features music from Blue Note Tone Poet releases alongside selections from artists including Andrew Hill, Horace Silver, Hank Mobley, Bobby Hutcherson, and John Coltrane.
Juke Joint - May 17, 2026
This week on “The Juke Joint” broadcast Robert Barclay shares some of the 2026 Blues Music Award winners. We’ll hear from Buddy Guy, Ronnie Baker Brooks, D.K.. Harrell, John Primer, Tommy Castro, Sean McDonald, Eden Brent, Marcia Ball, Trombone Shorty and Billy Branch.
Homespun - May 16, 2026
…Spring is finally comin’ ‘round, so on Homespun this week, we’ll spring into action (musically!) with Becky Buller, The Seldom Scene, Geoff Seitz, The Subdudes, The Tony Rice Unit, and much more!
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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.
Your garden may have this ‘cryptic invader.' Why jumping worms are no ordinary pest
An invasive worm is destroying forest floors and gardens across the country. Once jumping worms get into the soil, they're nearly impossible to get rid of — so experts say curbing their spread is the best tool against them.
Yellow perch population still declining in Saginaw Bay
The yellow perch population in the Saginaw Bay has been consistently decreasing since the late 1980s. They've fallen victim to intense predation from the booming walleye population.
Alpena underwater robotics team heads to world championship
The Alpena High School Underwater Research Robotics team will be heading to Canada for the MATE worlds championship at the end of June.
Michigan ice cream makers scooping up new flavors for the summer
Get ready for Far Better Swirl, Dubai Chocolate and a blueberry lavender gelato.
After years of struggles, Michigan cherry industry pushes for a better future
Michigan State University research estimates that grower production costs had risen from 35 cents per pound in 2022 to 44 cents per pound in 2024.
Cold, rainy spring threatens Michigan's cherry crop
The spring weather has put stress on cherry trees and growers across Michigan. Experts say the window for pollination is closing, but growers are hoping for a strong crop.
Chedrick Greene, special election winner, joins Michigan Senate
Chedrick Greene joined the Michigan Senate after winning a special election earlier this month to serve out the remainder of a term in a seat left vacant last January.
High gas prices? Some say that's good for northern Michigan tourism
High gas prices have some in the tourism industry worried that summer vacationers will choose to stay home this year. But it’s complicated up north, where high travel costs nationwide could actually drive more visitors to northern Michigan—visitors who would normally look to travel farther away.
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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