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News Wrap: DHS says man killed by ICE was not target of immigration operation
A look at housing regulations in the bill set to become law
A look at the new regulations and incentives in the housing bill set to become law
Trans advocates refocusing efforts after court defeats
Where trans advocates are focusing efforts after recent court defeats
Metro rider recounts encounter with Patriot Front in D.C.
Metro rider recounts encounter with Patriot Front members in D.C.
Brooks and Capehart on what's next for Democrats in Maine
Brooks and Capehart on what's next for Democrats in the Maine Senate race
Farmers along Colorado River face more water shortages
Dry winter leaves farmers along Colorado River facing greater water shortages
Trump fires Election Assistance Commission members
Trump fires election commission members in latest attempt to control voting process
‘The Pitt’ actress Brittany Allen on betting on herself
'The Pitt’ actress Brittany Allen on betting on herself and earning an Emmy nomination
What we know about Mitch McConnell's health
What we know about Mitch McConnell's health and hospitalization
Dems search for new Senate candidate after Platner drops out
Democrats search for Maine Senate candidate after allegations force Platner out
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Destination Out - July 5, 2026
On this week's episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston features the baritone saxophone. Including tracks from the following baritone players such as Pat Patrick, Serge Chaloff, Gerry Mulligan, Pepper Adams, Harry Carney, and more.
Juke Joint - July 5, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is a re-run of a program that originally aired September 3, 2017. Robert Barclay played tunes about automobiles (Fords, Cadillacs, a Mercury and a Mercedes Benz) along with songs about road trips on Highway 61 and Route 66! Along with the artists in this photo, he also played tunes by Maria Muldaur, Rory Block, Rosco Gordon, Frank Frost and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Homespun - July 4, 2026
….We celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence on Homespun this week with the music of Woody Guthrie, The Kody Norris Show, Pete Seeger, The Staple Singers, Johnny Cash, Paul Simon, and much more!
Destination Out - June 28, 2026
On this week's episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston features alto saxophonist Marion Brown. Also, covers newly released recordings from 1968 with Gunter Hampel and Steve McCall.
Juke Joint - June 28, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is a re-run of a program that originally aired April 27, 2025. Robert Barclay features the post-war Detroit blues scene with comments from blues harp player Aaron "Little Sonny" Willis. He was part of the Hastings Street blues scene along with John Lee Hooker, Baby Boy Warren, Eddie Burns, Washboard Willie, One-String Sam, Bobo Jenkins and Eddie Kirkland.
Homespun - June 27, 2026
…This week on Homespun we’ll spin new tracks from singer/mandolinist Ashby Frank plus Chris Jones and the Nightdrivers! We’ll also hear early Mark O’Connor, John McCutcheon, and a couple from Chris Knight’s debut album!
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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.
'Unprecedented events': Whitmer declares another state of emergency in northern Michigan
The latest declaration is for Antrim, Cheboygan, and Emmet counties following extreme rainfall that washed out roads in late June.
Saginaw Eddy Band celebrates 100 years
The band's free 100th anniversary concert is this Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Jolt Events Center in downtown Saginaw.
Cox, Johnson go after gubernatorial frontrunner James in second Republican debate
Congressman John James drew attacks from businessman Perry Johnson and former state Attorney General Mike Cox — but the candidates did agree on issues like education.
Bipartisan affordable housing tax credit bills waiting on Whitmer signature
Bills to create a state tax credit to spur the development of more affordable housing in Michigan are on their way to Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
Collapse unlikely if vessel strikes Mackinac Bridge, study finds
The study was commissioned by the Mackinac Bridge Authority after the 2024 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland.
Smallwood Dam to be back up and running by end of July
Once the dam is inspected by state officials, the Four Lakes Task Force will start to refill Smallwood Lake.
National Cherry Festival collaborates with Anishinaabe tribe for powwow performance
With the 100th National Cherry Festival happening this week in Traverse City, cultures from all around the Grand Traverse region are coming together.
National Cherry Festival brings back milk carton boat race
The Milk Carton Boat Regatta is a competition to create boats with milk cartons, orange juice cartons and water jugs.
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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