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News Wrap: Judge extends White House access for news outlets
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News Wrap: Lawyer says Christa Pike 'angry and confused' following botched execution
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…On the next edition of Homespun, we’ll catch some new sounds from Kenny & Amanda Smith, Darcy Wilkin, and a recording from Rodney Crowell that sat on the shelf for 10 years! We’ll also go Honky Tonkin’ with Webb Pierce , Carl Smith , Lefty Frizell, and the Possum himself, George Jones!
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This week on Destination Out, host Mike Johnston features the middle- and late-period music of John Coltrane, in honor of the legendary musician's 100th birthday.
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Benson calls for attracting biofuel production developments to Michigan
Democratic nominee for governor Jocelyn Benson is backing state incentives to attract biofuel production facilities to Michigan that she says would expand the state's agricultural economy.
Michigan police departments weigh using AI to write drafts of officers’ reports
The Wayne County prosecutor cautions local departments that AI can make errors that jeopardize cases in court.
A year into reintroduction, no grayling seen in Michigan wild. Hope remains
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Northern Michigan landowners still waiting for federal dollars to restore ice-damaged forests
More than a year after the devastating ice storm, some landowners and foresters said they're frustrated with the lack of movement on work they say is important for the future of northern Michigan's forests and the economies that depend on them.
Obama, Trump to campaign for Michigan candidates ahead of November election
Former president Barack Obama is scheduled to appear at a rally in Detroit on October 24 with U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El Sayed, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson, and other Democrats.
Saginaw Bay election officials to address election security at Delta College forum
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CMU's first ever drone show brightens Mount Pleasant skies
Central Michigan University is the only university in Michigan that operates its own drone light show, according to event organizers.
Governor’s race hits Saline Township, site of massive data center project
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