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Ruling proves Fed is unique agency, Lisa Cook's lawyer says
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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!
Destination Out - June 21, 2026
On this week's episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston pays tribute to pianist Abdullah Ibrahim following his passing at age 91, featuring selections spanning his remarkable career, including recordings as Dollar Brand, with The Jazz Epistles and The Dollar Brand Trio, and alongside Roland Kirk, Eric Dolphy, and Charles Mingus.
Juke Joint - June 21, 2026
This week’s edition of “The Juke Joint” is a re-run of a program that originally aired April 13, 2025. Robert Barclay shares some new CDs by Johnny Rawls, Janiva Magness, Jimmy Vivino, Kid Ramos, Rev. Peyton, Bobby Rush, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd. He also shares some stories about Albert Collins, Koko Taylor, and Linda Gail Lewis.
Homespun - June 20, 2026
…Homespun this week moves you down the road with new music from Throwaway Thursday, The Milk Carton Kids, and Claire Lynch. We also turn back the hands of time with songs from Jeff Black, Maura O’Connell, plus Wendy Miller with Mike Lilly!
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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.
Michigan's next governor could change how the state spends on economic development
Candidates on both sides of the aisle have called for reforms of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the state agency who control subsidy spending.
Cheboygan Dam reopens after historic spring flooding
Heavy rain and snow melt caused mass-flooding across central and northern Michigan in April. Some residents are still recovering from the disaster, and are awaiting approval on federal relief.
Jamestown Canyon virus detected in Saginaw Bay region
The risk to public health remains very low, according to multiple mosquito control agencies in the area.
Emerald Ash Borer still a nusiance more than two decades after invading Michigan
Bay County is injecting its ash trees with an incestide to fend off the invasive insects, which experts say have killed 80% of the state's ash trees.
Traverse City airport to collaborate with US Coast Guard for drone testing
Drone testing to start later in the summer, with a focus on search and rescue operations
Report: 38 clergymen connected to Diocese of Saginaw accused of sexual misconduct
Of the named priests and one deacon, 30 are presumed to have died. The rest are no longer active in ministry.
Senate votes to extend housing assistance to middle-income families
The Michigan Senate voted Wednesday to expand a low-income housing assistance program to cover potential homebuyers who fall in the middle-income category.
Warden of Michigan women's prison takes "personal leave" amid public scrutiny
Women's Huron Valley's warden, Jeremy Howard, is taking "personal leave," according to the Michigan Department of Corrections. This comes after the recent deaths of three inmates and scrutiny over alleged poor living conditions within the prison.
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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