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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.
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the ancestry of actor Sharon Stone & model Chrissy Teigen.
The key players behind President Trump’s expansive use of the U.S. military.
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News Wrap: Calif. chemical tank no longer explosion risk
News Wrap: Southern California chemical tank no longer a threat to explode
Ohio volunteers locate graves of Revolutionary War veterans
Ohio volunteers locate and honor graves of Revolutionary War veterans
MAHA backers grow frustrated with Trump's health policies
Some MAHA backers grow frustrated with Trump's health policies
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on direction of DNC leadership
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership
Mina Kimes on hosting the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Mina Kimes on the 'big game feel' of the Scripps National Spelling Bee
U.S. and Iran suggest peace progress, but deal not imminent
U.S. and Iran suggest progress on peace talks, but deal ‘not imminent’
Pope Leo calls for stronger regulation of AI
Pope Leo warns AI should be 'disarmed' in manifesto on potential dangers
Carbon program pays landowners to keep forests standing
Carbon credit program pays small landowners to keep forests standing
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's loyalty demands
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's loyalty demands
News Wrap: Rubio meets NATO allies amid troop questions
News Wrap: Rubio meets with NATO allies amid troop level confusion
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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.
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.
Lawmakers give Mackinac Island control of ferry rates. Neighbors aren’t happy
Just in time for Memorial Day, lawmakers side with the tourist hotspot in its war with ferry operators. Mackinaw City and St. Ignace oppose the move.
Great Lakes shipping lost third of season to ‘inadequate icebreaking’
The Lake Carriers Association said in a report that it lost 82 shipping days this year because the US Coast Guard failed to break enough ice. Despite repeated attempts, Congress hasn’t invested in a new icebreaker for the Great Lakes.
AAA: 1.3 million Michiganders are projected to travel this Memorial Day weekend
The figure is the highest since AAA started tracking the data in 2000.
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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