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This week, the National Weather Service says central and northern will see temperatures close to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
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A 1967 NFL Championship "Ice Bowl" ticket stub; a 1989 Ronald Reagan letter; a Robert Riggs Saturday Evening Post illustration.
A 1943 Le Petit Prince signed first edition; an Arnold Schwarzenegger shirt and autograph circa 1990; a 1907 E. William Gollings oil painting.
A filmmaker revisits her evangelical roots to reconnect with her father.
Between the Lakes is WCMU Public Media’s weekly news podcast, bringing you the stories shaping central and northern Michigan—clearly, thoughtfully, and in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Tina Sawyer, new episodes drop each Saturday morning, offering trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more.
News Wrap: DHS says man killed by ICE was not target
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 12, 2026
On this week's episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston features recordings from Mali (Africa) from the past 25 years. He features artists such as Afel Bocoum, Ala Farka Toure, Oumou Sangare, and more.
Juke Joint - July 12, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on February 19, 2017.Robert Barclay featured the work of Chicago blues harp player and singer Charlie Musselwhite. During his interview with Charlie, they discussed Charlie's years in Memphis and Chicago, where he learned from the blues masters before relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he has been based ever since.
Homespun - July 11, 2026
…Homespun this week looks back with the music of Taj Mahal, James Cotton, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, plus The Punch Brothers! We’ll also look to new music from Rodney Crowell, and South Carolina Bluegrass from Backline!
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!
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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 could approve a constitutional convention this year. What would that mean?
Proposal 1 will ask voters if they’d like to rewrite the entire state constitution.
Bill to ban basing insurance rates on consumer behavior heads to state House
A bill that would ban the practice of using data from a consumer's shopping behavior as a factor in setting insurance rates has passed the Michigan Senate.
Michigan Supreme Court sends bills to Whitmer, who stuns with surprise vetoes
Hours after court rulings cleared the way for nine long-delayed bills championed by Democratic legislators to be delivered to Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Whitmer vetoed all of them.
Still being affected by April disasters? You could be eligible for federal disaster assistance
Residents and business owners in 27 Michigan counties could be eligible for federal aid to help recover from April's storms and historic flooding.
'It's worse than we think it is': McDonald Rivet champions anti-corruption bill
The proposed legislation would ban Supreme Court justices, members of Congress and executive officials from owning stock and placing bets on prediction markets.
'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.
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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