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WWJ: On-Demand
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News from WWJ Newsradio 950, Metro Detroit's only all news radio station. We're live and local with the latest local Metro Detroit news.
Episodes
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Lions fan running from Green Bay to Detroit to raise money for cancer program
Ahead of the Detroit Lions game with Green Bay on October 25th, Lions fan and Flushing resident Cody DeLorenzo is running more than 300 miles from Lambeau Field to Ford Field in Detroit, carrying a game ball the entire way to raise money for Henry Ford Health’s Game On Cancer program. Learn more…
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Corewell oncologist shares the importance of breast cancer awareness
Corewell Dearborn surgical breast oncologist Zakiya Shakir tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what people need to know. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Azzo Law Legal Hour focuses on workers' civil rights
On this episode of the Azzo Law Legal Hour, Kyle and Lauren Azzo along with WWJ legal analyst Charlie Langton talk with a special guest who discusses the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. (Photo credit: WWJ)
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Review: new 'Street Fighter' adaptation packs weak punch
Hollywood has dipped back into the the well of recognizable IPs .. and come up with another classic arcade fighting game. WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a review of the new martial arts video game movie ... Street Fighter. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Kate Green / Stringer)
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Tesla unveils new Roadster that flies
Tesla co-founder Elon Musk shows new cars with some new tricks. The new Roadster was introduced to the world by driving up a ramp that went upside -- with the roadster then literally flying back down to the ground. WWJ auto analyst John McElroy talked with WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige....
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Pontiac voters to decide $75 million bond proposal to fix roads
A $75 million bond proposal is before voters in Pontiac. The money would be used to fix and improve roads. If approved, residents would pay more taxes. WWJ's Luke Sloan talked with Pontiac Mayor Mike McGuinness. (Photo credit: WWJ)
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How much will the 3.6% social security raise help with rising costs?
The cost of living adjustment takes effect in 2027. Retirement Education Foundation financial instructor Michael Masserant tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what people need to know. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Don't Miss List: Michigan Fashion Week, Dearborn Haunted Trail, and more!
WWJ's Pat Vitale tells us what's going on around Metro Detroit this weekend. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Detroit Free Press Marathon expecting largest turnout in nearly 50-year history
30,00 runners, representing every U.S. state and approximately 30 countries, have signed up for this weekend's Detroit Free Press Marathon. The main race takes the runners over the Ambassador Bridge and back through the Detroit Windsor Tunnel-- the only international under-water mile in any...
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Black squirrels may be common here, but they're rare everywhere else
DNR bear, furbearer and small game specialist Cody Norton tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester why there are so many black squirrels in the state (photo credit: Getty Images)
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International travelers bypassing U.S. for other destinations
Managing Director of International Inbound Travel at the U.S. Travel Association Tyler Gosnell tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the numbers and what can be done to help boost travel. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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This Halloween marks 100 years since Harry Houdini died in Detroit
Detroit Historical Society Director of Collections and Curatorial Jeremy Dimick tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about world-famous magician's last days. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Why do we love being scared? Henry Ford Health psychiatrist weighs in
Halloween is just over two weeks away. It's the season of haunted houses, horror movies and other spine tingling past-times. But why do many of us love getting scared...? Henry Ford Health psychiatrist Dr. Derek Wolfe spoke with WWJ's Tracey McCaskill about what it is about this time of year that...
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Livonia mayor 'anxiously awaiting' final transit plan with SMART
Livonia Mayor Maureen Miller Brosnan joined WWJ live to weigh in on the city's outlook on working with SMART transit routes. (Photo: Terrance Vails)
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Livonia residents scaring up fun with Haunt Your Home contest
The annual contest gives residents a chance to compete against their neighbors for awards. Director of Communications Kristin Houchins tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the details. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer
The diagnosis comes after surgery to remove a lobe from the pope's lung. Corewell Health Chief of thoracic surgery Dr Thomas Watson tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about adenocarcinoma (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Biggby co-founder to entrepreneurs: 'if you're not scared, you're stupid'
Speaking live from the Western Wayne Business Leadership Banquet, Biggby Coffee co-founder Mike McFall discussed the company's 30-year growth from a single shop to hundreds of locations worldwide, while also giving advice to new business owners in today's economic climate. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Romulus mayor says they'd love to be the home of the Detroit Lions
Could the Detroit Lions ever move their practice facility to Romulus? Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight said his city put together a presentation package and sent it to the team for consideration. He spoke about that, Sheetz gas stations and more at the Western Wayne Business Leadership Banquet.…
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Help is available in Metro Detroit
For decades, Pontiac-based HAVEN has worked directly with survivors of partner violence and sexual assault — providing them the support they need. CEO Christine Kinal stressed that domestic violence comes in many forms, and it's not always physical. She spoke with WWJ's Tracey McCaskill about how...
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Health experts urge flu and COVID shots this October
We're entering flu season, again, and White Lake Kroger pharmacist Rani Saadallah says October is the best time to get your flu vaccine. He says people should consider the COVID shot, too, with a new strain making people sick in Michigan. Saadallah spoke live in studio with WWJ's Jackie Paige on...
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Detroit voters turn in nearly 30,000 absentee ballots ahead of November Election Day
The Detroit Department of Elections has approximately 30,000 ballots already returned ahead of the November 3rd General Election. WWJ's Darrylin Horne talked with Detroit Votes spokesperson Matt Friedman. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
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Rare corpse flower 'The Beast' is set to bloom at GVSU
There's excitement at Grand Valley State University over something that stinks! A corpse flower is expected to bloom in the next week. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with Supervisor of the Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse, Christina Hipshier. (Photo credit: GVSU University Communications)
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Michigan DNR battling 2 wildfires in the Upper Peninsula
While evacuation orders have been lifted for a pair of wildfires that burning in the Upper Peninsula, there are warnings for residents or some areas to be ready to leave their homes, possibly at a moment's notice. WWJ's Tony Ortiz spoke Monday morning with The Michigan DNR's Kerry Heckman.…
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Organization uses music, art, dance therapy to help disabled
A 75-year celebration for FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation in Birmingham is winding down, but there is one more event coming up on Thursday. Some people who are helped by the organization will be performing in a real concert hall. FAR President Pam Ayres talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo:...
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Wayne Fontes remembers Mike Ditka
The winningest coach in Lions history, Wayne Fontes, shares stories of the late Mike Ditka with Jeremy Otto. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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Macomb County Sheriff's Office expands S.A.V.E.S. Project
The program is designed to improve interactions between deputies and certain populations. Macomb County Sheriff's Office Commander Jason Abro tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the details. (photo credit: WWJ)
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The story of the Howell Opera House's resident ghost
Meredith has remained within the building for more than a century. Livingston Arts Council and Howell Opera House Executive Director Steven Bearden tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester Meredith's story. (photo credit: Amanda Forrester/WWJ)
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Review: 'The Social Reckoning' falls short despite strong performances
The 2021 Facebook Files published by the Wall Street Journal takes the stand in a follow-up to 2010's the Social Network. WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a review of the new legal drama ... The Social Reckoning. (Photo Credit: Sony Pictures)
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Everything is coming up Mums at Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Thousands of Mums are on display at Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park for "Mums at Meijer." "Chihuly at Meijer Gardens", a blown glass exhibit runs through November 1. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with the Gardens' John Vonderhaagen. (Photo credit-Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park)
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From Red Wings goalie to PWHL coach
Former Red Wings goalie Jimmy Howard joined WWJ's Jeremy Otto to speak about his new coaching gig with the PWHL. Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
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'Living Brave Through Breast Cancer' hosts free event
A Metro Detroit nonprofit is gearing up to host its 9th annual FREE Breast Cancer Symposium later this month. Zell Randle — founder and CEO of 'Living Brave Through Breast Cancer' — says the October 17th event in Southfield will offer free health education and meals for up to 150 guests. Randle,...
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Don't Miss List: Haunted Blake's, Harvest Fest at Upland Hills Farm, and more!
There's a wide selection of spooky and other fun seasonal stuff going on around Metro Detroit this weekend. WWJ's Pat Vitale has the rundown.
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Long-awaited Howell Opera House restoration set to begin
Livingston Arts Council and Howell Opera House Executive Director Steven Bearden and Lake Trust Assistant Vice President of Community Impact Amanda Huszti-Vickers tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about the history of the building and the work to bring it back to life. You can find a video of the...
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Macomb County Prosecutor's Office launches Conviction Integrity Unit
A new community outreach campaign by the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office is working to identify criminal cases and review post-conviction investigations that could provide evidence that someone is actually innocent. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill discusses the Office's Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU)...
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Jumping worms flailing their way across Michigan
Oakland University Department of Biological Sciences professor Scott Tiegs tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what makes these wriggly pests unique (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Using A.I. chatbots for therapy, relationships comes with hidden risks
As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into our daily routines, more people are turning to chatbots for mental health advice or even as a replacement for therapy and personal relationships. As part of WWJ’s series on A.I., "Metro Detroit and the A.I. Revolution," WWJ's Dan Jenkins…
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Garlin Gilchrist wants to return driver's training to public schools
More than 200,000 Michigan voters have already cast their ballots leading up to Election Day, which is now less than a month away And during this election cycle, it's all about affordability. Visiting the WWJ Newsradio 950 studios, Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, who is running for Secretary…
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You may be able to save money with Amazon Prime Days
You could save money with Amazon Prime Days. Many people have started their holiday shopping. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with C-NET Senior Consumer Insights Editor, Dashia Milden. (Photo credit-Getty Images)
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Detroit awards first $15K grants aimed at building lasting roots
Detroit's Make Detroit Home program has announced its first $15,000 grant recipients. The initiative helps entrepreneurs, creatives and current and returning Detroiters invest in businesses, home purchases, renovations and housing. MoveDetroit says its broader effort will provide more than…
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What is pneumonic plague? Questions raised after Russian researcher's death
The 28-year-old was reportedly working with yersinia pestis in an anti-plague lab in Siberia at the time of her death. Medical Director of Research for Corewell Health East and Director of Infectious Disease Research for Corewell Health Matthew Sims tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what we know so…
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Ohio joins the 'Born in' brand
CEO of Born in Detroit and the Born in brand Anthony Tomey and Born in Ohio Executive Jack Hunter tell WWJ's Amanda Forrester about the expansion. (photo credit: Anthony Tomey/Born in Detroit)
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Why the death penalty? "It's all political."
The botched execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee has reignited the debate over capital punishment in the U.S. Dr. Michael L. Radelet Professor Emeritus of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Colorado Boulder, points out that Michigan was the first Western democracy to abolish the…
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A Michigan reading program hopes to grow with a new, national affiliation
Reach Out and Read, a reading program in health clinics in Michigan, hopes to expand with a new, national affiliation. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with interim executive leader Heather Boswell. (Photo Credit-Reach Out and Read, Inc.)
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Detroit reports continued crime decline, big reduction in juvenile homicides
Detroit officials announced another decline in crime, continuing several years of historic reductions. Mayor Mary Sheffield and Police Chief Todd Bettison highlighted falling violent crime and a major reduction involving young people. One juvenile homicide victim was recorded this summer…
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Detroit-based Scrap Soils will pick up food scraps from your door
Executive Director and Founder Ricky Blanding tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester how the subscription works. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Did you know you can be mayor of Hell for an hour or a day?
The unincorporated Livingston County community is a popular tourist destination. Hell, Michigan owner Evelyn Eberline tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what people need to know about the job. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Fire Prevention Week focuses on phone, e-bike, tablet chargers
The Detroit Fire Department says you can prevent fires. It's hosting Fire Prevention Week, aimed at raising awareness about fire safety. Detroit Fire Marshall Don Thomas talked with WWJ's Tracey McCaskill on Saturday morning. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
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Michigan gov candidate Anthony Hudson: "It's a victory no matter what"
The Michigan Libertarian Party disavowed its own gubernatorial candidate, Genesee County truck driver Anthony Hudson, saying his statements and platform run counter to their own. One week later, Hudson isn't too worried about it. And no matter how things shake out on November 3, he sees this as a...
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A.I. college programs are popping up around Michigan and the country
AI is becoming more and more integrated into our everyday world and WWJ is looking into several different ways it's impacting our lives with a special series this week. WWJ morning anchor Chris Fillar spoke to professor Greg Gogolin, PHD at Ferris State University who helped create a Bachelor's...
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Cheers to 8 Mile Vodka
Anthony Tomey, CEO of 8 Mile Vodka, tells WWJ's Miranda Richardson how the company is celebrating National Vodka Day from fall-inspired recipes to spending time in the community. (Photo Credit: Irrin0215/Getty Images)
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