Critical Race Theory: What It Is, What It Isn’t and Why It Matters
Many GOP lawmakers see critical race theory as something that promotes "anti-American" ideas, in some cases going as far as to ban the...
The Never-ending Pursuit of Flavor, with Ryan Burk of Angry Orchard
Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts: Apple Podcast — Spotify — Google Play — Stitcher — TuneIn — NPR Fermenting apples to make cider has been going on for centuries,...
Novavax Says Its COVID-19 Vaccine Prevents Moderate to Severe Infections
A fourth COVID-19 vaccine could be on its way soon. Novavax, a biotech firm in Delaware, says its vaccine is...
Biden Signs Bill Making Juneteenth a Federal Holiday
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Joe Biden signed legislation Thursday establishing a new federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery, saying he...
Michigan Lifts Indoor Capacity Limits, Mask Requirements
LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan will lift all indoor capacity restrictions and mask requirements next week, 10 days sooner than planned...
New Book “Disruption” Traces Revolutionary Change Through Western History
Over the last 2,000 years of world history, there have been critical moments where the conditions and timing have lined up...
Detroit’s Hot Real Estate Market Is Tough for First-Time Homebuyers
Laura Herberg/WDET Detroiter Cidney Allen’s dream home is somewhat modest. “It's just something that has at least three bedrooms, two...
Michigan Independent Redistricting Commission Aims to be Open and Transparent
In 2018, Michiganders voted for independent citizens to be in charge of drawing the state's congressional district map instead of politicians....
Setting Healthy Boundaries with Maria LoCicero and Grief Counselor Bonnie Wheeler
The Science of Grief, produced by WDET and Science Gallery Detroit, explores the stories, science and solutions around grief and...
Gordie Howe International Bridge Project Officials Share Details on Community Grants, Construction Update
Officials with the Gordie Howe International Bridge project have announced the recipients of its 2021 community benefit grants. A total...
What to Expect From the Biden and Putin Summit
Wednesday marks the first time that President Joe Biden will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin since taking office. The...
From Acid Jazz Pioneers to Electronic Music Trailblazers, Jamiroquai Forges New Roads
Robbie Drexhage Legendary UK acid jazz band Jamiroquai, a standout band of the funk and acid jazz movement of the...