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Thinking about a tornado shelter? A new rebate program could be for you
The Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division has opened applications for the Michigan Safe Room Rebate Program. Public Information Officer Clayton Cummins tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester all the details about the proposed program (photo credit: Clay Duhon / Getty Images)
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Son joins father in Detroit Fire Dept after completing probationary period
WWJ's Tony Ortiz talked with Detroit Fire Battalion Chief Bernard Storm and his son firefighter Peter Storm, who was one of 45 firefighters who successfully completed their probationary period and officially became full members of the department on Thursday. (Photo credit: Detroit Fire Department)
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Harvard-Stanford report says Detroit Public School district is on the rise
Michigan's largest school district is getting recognized nationally for bouncing back after the pandemic. The joint Harvard-Stanford yearly scorecard named Detroit Public Schools Community District one of only six districts in the country as a "district on the rise." Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti talked with WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar. (Photo by Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
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Star Wars returns to the big screen with The Mandalorian and Grogu
Was the long wait for Star Wars to return to the silver screen worth it? Or should it have stayed in a galaxy far far away? WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a review of the new space adventure -- The Mandalorian & Grogu. (Photo Credit: Rodin Eckenroth / Stringer / Getty Images)
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Reflections as CBS News Radio signs off after 99 years
WWJ's Christina McDaniel spoke with Former CBS News Radio Vice President and General Manager Craig Swagler about CBS News Radio's legacy and history as it closes its doors after nearly a century. Photo: American broadcast journalist Howard K. Smith sits behind a CBS radio microphone in the 1940s. (Getty Images).
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Get the most from your phone battery, as the tech gets ready for a big leap
According to a new survey from CNET, 58% of smartphone users are frustrated with their battery life. CNET Senior Mobile Expert Abrar Al-Heeti spoke with WWJ's Dan Jenkins about how the tech industry is looking at a major shift toward silicon-carbon batteries. (Photo: Getty Images/Ming Yeung/Staff)
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Ribs & Whiskey in Novi, Swan Lake at the DSO, a medieval fair, and more!
It's your Don't Miss List for Metro Detroit events! WWJ's Pat Vitale takes a look at what's happening this weekend. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Duggan drops out of race for governor. So where do things stand?
In a major shakeup in the race for governor of Michigan, former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has dropped out. For the why of it, and what happens next, WWJ's Luke Sloan spoke live with pollster Ed Sarpolus. (WWJ Photo)
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Red Cross, Genesee County Sheriff's Office launch pre-hospital transfusions
EMS vehicles are now equipped with whole blood that paramedics can use before a patient gets to the hospital. American Red Cross senior account manager Seth VanHoven tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the details. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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Don't know what to do with those plant trimmings? Call Potter Park Zoo!
The zoo has a program that collects certain plants that can safely be fed to some of their animals. Animal Care Supervisor Pat Fountain tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the details of their fresh browse program. (Photo credit: Heath Thurman)
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Communities of color lack educational opportunities in Michigan
Charlotte Pierce, Ed-Trust Midwest's Senior Policy Analyst, joins WWJ's Luke Sloan to discuss the group's new report examining educational opportunities in Michigan for communities of color and those living with disabilities. (Photo Credit: Jacob Wackerhausen / Getty Images)
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Michigan Imams condemned hate after deadly San Diego mosque attack
The Imams Council of Michigan condemned rising Islamophobia and hate-driven violence following the deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego. During a press conference, Muslim leaders said anti-religious rhetoric and online extremism are creating fear in communities across the country. Speakers also referenced recent threats and attacks targeting both mosques and synagogues, including incidents here in Michigan. The group called for unity across faiths and urged political leaders to reject language they say can fuel division and violence. Click to hear full press conference.
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Millions of people travel for Memorial Day. Michigan is a top destination.
It's estimated 45 million Americans will be traveling this Memorial Day weekend. Kelly Wolgamott is the Vice President of Pure Michigan at Michigan Economic Development Corporation. She spoke to WWJ's Ryan Wrecker about marketing Michigan. (photo credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus)
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Auto dealer celebrates 100 years, talks community, biggest changes
2026 will be a special year for an auto dealer in Metro Detroit. For 100 years, the Snethkamp Automotive Family has been selling cars, trucks and SUVs. There have been four generations of Snethkamp's running family dealerships in Michigan. WWJ's Tony Ortiz talked with Mark Snethkamp Sr. (Photo credit: Snethkamp Automotive Family)
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MSP's Basketball Cop returning to courts this summer
The third annual event gives the public a unique chance to meet with law enforcement, play games and enjoy free food and drinks. MSP Director Col. James Grady tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester all the details. michigan.gov/basketballcop (photo credit: Michigan State Police)
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TV icons Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl on meeting fans, baking bread, and more
Patrick Duffy (Dallas, Step by Step, Bold and the Beautiful) and Linda Purl (Matlock, Happy Days, The Office) are in Metro Detroit today promoting "Duffy’s Dough" — a line of artisan breads available at Kroger. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker sat down with them in the WWJ studio for a chat on a range of topics — from their careers, to meeting with fans, to how they got into the bread biz. (Photo credit: Marisa Jenkins/WWJ)
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Detroit paramedics honored for saving life of woman shot in the chest
Members of Detroit EMS are honored for saving the life of a woman who was shot in the chest on Feb. 18, on the city's west side. BR>Responding paramedics were able to get her stabilized and taken to the hospital, where she made a full recovery. They received the Kim L. Lifesaver of the Year Award during a ceremony on Tuesday. One of the honorees is paramedic and firefighter William Campbell, who spoke with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Sam Bernstein Law files suit against Wayne County juvenile facility
The Sam Bernstein Law Firm filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Wayne County, individual detention staff, and the MDHHS. On behalf of survivor Rashard Calhoun, the suit alleged systemic physical, sexual, and emotional abuse at the Dickerson Juvenile Facility in 2024, citing the conviction of former employee Svetlana Kuryanova. Click to hear full press conference.
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1 in 3 parents say teen had private time with health provider
A new poll from the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health found that while most parents say it’s important for health care providers to speak privately with teens during medical visits, far fewer are putting that belief into practice. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker spoke to Mott Poll Co-Director Dr. Sarah Clark on their findings. (Photo credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus)
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A hidden benefit of having your workers back in the office
Every carmaker improves in an annual study of carmaker-supplier relations. We talk with study author Angela Johnson of Plante Moran. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Antisemitic pamplets found in Berkley neighborhoods
The Berkley Department of Public Safety continues to look for clues about whoever spread antisemitic pamphlets across the city. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Steven Ingber, the Chief Executive Officer at the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Cops looking for drivers who aren't buckled up as Click It or Ticket campaign begins
Police agencies all across Michigan are checking to make sure drivers are wearing their seat belts, as part of the state's annual "Click It Or Ticket" Campaign. Alicia Sledge-Director of the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
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MDOT puts out plea for drivers to slow down...especially in construction zones
MDOT's Diane Cross is pleading with drivers to slow down in construction zones and obey traffic control signals at all times. She spoke live with WWJ's Kyle Kimball. (Photo Credit: Getty Images).
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China took control of summit with U.S.: political expert
Oakland University Professor and Political Science Department Chair Peter Trumbore spoke with WWJ's Kyle Kimball about what the two-day summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping revealed about China's position on the global stage and the relationship between the two superpowers. (Photo Credit: China Pool / Getty Images).
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Azzo Law Legal Hour: how to get the most out of your case
WWJ's Charlie Langton hosts the Azzo Law Legal Hour featuring Kyle Azzo with special guest Kennedy Taylor. (Photo credit: Azzo Law)
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PWHL Detroit has named their general manager
Manon Rhéaume was named the general manger of Detroit's PWHL franchise. WWJ's Jeremy Otto caught up with her. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
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Honoring fallen officers during National Police Week
Police departments in Michigan and across the nation are paying respects to local, state and federal law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. An annual ceremony was held in Washington DC on Friday, as part of National Police Week. WWJ's Jackie Paige spoke with Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard.(Photo: Law enforcement officers gather on the National Mall during National Police Week for the 38th annual Candlelight Vigil, hosted by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, in Washington, DC. The vigil paid tribute to fallen officers, including 109 who died in the line of duty in 2025. By Heather Diehl/Getty Images)
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Regional Transit Authority expands hours for QLINE, D2A2 bus service
People who ride the QLINE in Detroit and the D2A2 bus service from Detroit to Ann Arbor will be able to hitch a ride more often. The Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan announced expanded hours for the services this summer. Regional Transit Authority Executive Director Ben Stupka talked with WWJ's Tony Ortiz talked about the expanded service and gas prices. (Photo credit: WWJ)
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Detroit's population grows for third straight year
The city of Detroit's population has grown for a third straight year. Mayor Mary Sheffield says the latest Census Bureau figures show the city adding just over 5,000 residents in the last year. She held a news conference which WWJ's Jon Hewett attended. (Photo by Joshua Lott/Getty Images)
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Play ball! It's opening weekend for the USPBL in Utica
Friday, May 15, is Opening Day for the USPBL in Macomb County. The four-team league has been going strong for a decade now at a beautiful ballpark in downtown Utica, and is preparing for some changes this season. Owner and CEO Andy Appleby spoke with WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins. (Photo: Jeremy Otto/WWJ)
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Former Gov. Rick Snyder promotes positive roadmap for Michigan
Former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder has released "The 2026 Michigan Roadmap: Bridging Opportunity and Accountability," a 10-point plan aimed at turning the state around. Snyder dropped by the WWJ studios to talk about the plan, which he says has been provided to all the gubernatorial candidates. (WWJ Photo)
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Toyota Prius, Hyundai Palisade earn top safety award
Two more vehicles, the 2026 Hyundai Palisade and the 2026 Toyota Prius, have qualified for the highest award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. WWJ's Taylor Dietz talked with IIHS chief operating officer Joe Nolan about the latest test results and those vehicles that didn't make the list. (Photo by Adam Gray/Getty Images)
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Livonia police search for man who tried to break into home, pushed homeowner
A Livonia woman is raising the alarm after a man tried breaking into her home. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker talked with Victoria Williams who confronted a man in a white painter's jumpsuit and holding a screwdriver. (Photo credit: Victoria Williams)
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Michigan ed board opposes Trump tax credit scholarship program
Michigan’s State Board of Education voted this week to oppose the federal tax credit scholarship program that allows people to receive tax credits for donations they make to organizations that provide private school scholarships. Congress approved the program last year as part of the federal budget bill. But the board is urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to opt out. Why? WWJ's Rachel Miller spoke with Chalkbeat reporter Lori Higgins, who has been closely following this story. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Lawsuit challenges Wayne County transit millage headed to ballot
There's a new effort to push back against a potential ballot proposal in Wayne County, that would have a lasting effect on public transit. WWJ's Jon Hewett has details. (WWJ Photo)
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What should you do if you encounter a black bear?
Recent sightings have more people wondering if bears are moving into the Metro Detroit area. Utah State University PhD student Taylor Peltier studies black bears in the northern Lower Peninsula as part of the Baldwin Bear Project. She tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what you should know about the animals (image credit: Getty Images)
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Benson & Rogers take leads in latest polling for Governor and Senate races
In a new election poll, Democrat Jocelyn Benson has expanded her lead in the race for Governor, while Mike Rogers is holding the lead in the U.S. Senate race. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker spoke to Richard Czuba, pollster and President of the Glengariff Group, on the latest numbers and what they mean. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Developers, builders, banks, others gather to discuss housing in Michigan
Housing and community development leaders have gathered for the 27th Building Michigan Communities Conference in Lansing. Topics include affordability, a shortage of building supplies and getting more people interested in construction. Michigan State Housing Development Authority's CEO and Executive Director Amy Hovey talked with WWJ's Jackie Paige. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
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An effort to have every Michigander move more kicks off at state Capitol
The Michigan Moves Coalition had 600 kids take part in field day activities on the grounds of the state Capitol Tuesday morning to kick off their plan to address physical inactivity statewide. Coalition CEO Michael Stack talked with WWJ's Jackie Paige. (Photo by Duane Prokop/Getty Images for Eventive)
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Vinyl & Vibes: A new 'Hi-Fi Bar' is coming to Southwest Detroit
A unique new concept is coming to Southwest Detroit that aims to blend high-quality music with distinct food and drinks. It's called Tigris, a new hi-fi listening bar slated to open soon on Bagley Street. The venue is designed to be a communal space for creative discovery. Co-owner Kenan Juska spoke with WWJ's Dan Jenkins. (Photo credit: Getty Images/LFO62)
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Small Business Workshop to focus on resilience, innovation
The 12th annual Small Business Workshop is scheduled for May 13th and has a theme of “Resilient by Design: Innovating through Disruption.” It's free. WWJ's Luke Sloan talked with workshop organizer Mark S. Lee. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
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Chief orders businesses closed due to no water at hydrants
After the only water main feeding Orion Twp fails, the Fire Chief orders non essential businesses closed, and bans open fires. Fix likely to take 7 -10 days. WWJ's Tim Pamplin spoke with the Chief Allen, hear the raw interview by clicking the link
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Why so chilly in May? And when will we see a real warm-up?
Believe it or not, the Polar Vortex is being blamed for the chilly May weather we've been having in Metro Detroit. But the National Weather Service tells us, while temps have indeed been below normal, this isn't too atypical for Michigan. WWJ's Amanda Forrester spoke with Senior Forecaster Steve Considine about that, and a warmup on the way. (Photo: Getty Images)
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1.3 million Michiganders expected to travel for Memorial Day
More than 1.3 million Michiganders are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home for Memorial Day weekend. AAA Michigan says that's the second highest on record for the holiday. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with AAA Michigan's Adrienne Woodland. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Businesses, schools closed as water emergency plays out in Oakland County
It could be two weeks before water pressure is restored to Orion Township and other communities in northern Oakland County affected by a 42-inch water main break in River Woods Park in Auburn Hills. A State of Emergency has been declared in Orion Township where businesses and schools are closed. Township Supervisor Chris Barnett and Great Lakes Water Authority CEO Sue Coffey talked with WWJ's Jackie Paige and Greg Bowman Monday morning. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)
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Robots, drones, autonomous systems take over Huntington Place in Detroit
It's call the world's largest autonomy and robotics event and it's taking place this week in Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. This year's focus at XPONENTIAL 2026 is on how drones, robotics and autonomous systems are moving from pilots to real-world deployment. One of the companies involved is Hylio and CEO Arthur Erickson talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)
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A time to honor police, recognize sacrifice they and their families make
This is a week people across Michigan can say "Thank You" to police officers, sheriff deputies or Michigan State Police Troopers. Sunday was the start of Police Week. The tradition started 63 years ago by President John F. Kennedy. In Michigan, State Representative Mike Harris from Waterford sponsored a Police Week resolution. Harris is a former police officer and he talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
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The concern about Chinese vehicles in the United States
We talk with Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing about his concerns with the idea of having Chinese brand vehicles built in the United States. (Photo: Getty Images)
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Crews working to repair water transmission line in northern Oakland County
Workers from the Great Lakes Water Authority are on scene of a 42-inch water main break in Auburn Hills. Residents are asked to limit water use. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Sue Coffey, the CEO of the Authority. (Photo credit: Great Lakes Water Authority)
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Water emergency declared in northern Oakland County
It's been called the worst case scenario in northern Oakland County where a 42-inch transmission line ruptured early Sunday morning. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Orion Township Chris Barnett. (Photo credit: Great Lakes Water Authority)
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