Hernz Laguerre

Hernz Laguerre Jr. is a Multimedia Journalist at 101.9 WDET. He is one of the co-host for "Detroit Evening Report," one of the weekend anchors for "Weekend Edition," the producer for our political podcast, "MichMash," and reports on arts, culture and politics. Hernz graduated from Syracuse University: S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with his bachelors in broadcast and digital journalism and his masters in television, radio and film.

MichMash: Whitmer clashes with state Democrats after vetoing bills; MEDC revives economic development incentive

Hernz Laguerre July 17, 2026

Tensions are high in Lansing among the Democrats with Governor Whitmer vetoing a series a bills from her own party....

Zach Gorchow, Alethia Kasben and Cheyna Roth discussing on a MichMash video call

MichMash: Candidates clash during Michigan primary debates

Hernz Laguerre July 10, 2026

“In this episode”Key takeaways from the Democratic U.S. Senate debate.Analysis of the Republican gubernatorial debate.How did each debate show divides...

MichMash: What is your favorite state park?

Hernz Laguerre July 3, 2026

It's the 4th of July weekend and many Michiganders are celebrating by going to their favorite parks to go swimming,...

Wayne State University campus, fall 2024.

Detroit Evening Report: Wayne State tuition rises

Hernz Laguerre June 26, 2026

The tuition at Wayne State University is rising by 4% for its undergraduate and graduate students. This comes after a unanimous decision from...

MichMash: Review of major political stories and a forecast of what’s ahead

Hernz Laguerre June 26, 2026

The Republican gubernatorial race just had a major shake up with President Donald Trump making an endorsement. This week on...

Mayor Sheffield stands at a podium in front of people wearing high-visibility vests commonly worn by construction workers.

Detroit Evening Report: Mayor Sheffield gives update on road improvement plan

Hernz Laguerre June 25, 2026

“Our great partner, Governor Whitmer isn’t the only one fixing the roads around here," said Mayor Sheffield yesterday, where she...

MichMash: Michigan US Senate race begins to take shape; State Senator Singh weighs in on the budget process

Hernz Laguerre June 19, 2026

In this episodeThe current status of the Michigan US Democratic Senate race.Will the budget get done by the July 1st...

MichMash: Michigan primary voters could pick nominees for secretary of state and attorney general

Hernz Laguerre June 12, 2026

Michigan is one of three states that nominates candidates for secretary of state and attorney general at party conventions. There...

Three people pose next to a trailhead sign for the Gordie Howe International Bridge. The bridge is on the horizon in the background.

Detroit Evening Report: Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon cutting cancelled

Hernz Laguerre June 11, 2026

The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority abruptly canceled festivities planned for the Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon cutting tomorrow. Windsor Detroit Bridge officials...