Affordable housing, lowering crime key to Detroit says candidate Kinloch
Voting has begun in Detroit's mayoral election. Reverend Solomon Kinloch, a political newcomer, is taking on career politician and City...
Russ McNamara is a reporter and host of All Things Considered for 101.9 WDET, presenting local news to the station’s loyal listeners. McNamara has been working in radio since he was 17 - and in news since 2012. He also worked as play-by-play announcer for Wayne State University basketball for seven years. Born in the Upper Peninsula, McNamara is a lifelong Michigander. He is a 2002 graduate of Central Michigan University’s Broadcast and Cinematic Arts Program.
McNamara has been honored by the Associated Press, the Radio and Television Digital News Association, and the Michigan Association of Broadcasters for his work.
He is an amateur photographer, enjoys backpacking, bonfires and traveling with his wife, Sara.
ACLU of Michigan seeks release of detainee with leukemia, seven others
The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan is suing the federal government on behalf of eight people currently held by...
Detroit Black political leaders rally behind Donavan McKinney
Black leaders in Detroit want a change in the city's Congressional representation. The U.S. House seat is currently held by...
Threat of political violence remains high after Kirk killing
It's been another violent year in America. There's been a renewed focus on political violence following the shooting of conservative...
‘I’ve been Abdul my whole life’: El-Sayed talks run for U.S. Senate
The field for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate being vacated by Gary Peters is already crowded. Congresswoman Haley...
CuriosiD Extra: Filthy Rockwell owns WHATUPDOE!
In the last episode of CuriosiD, WDET’s Russ McNamara took a look at the history and emergence of the Detroit-specific...
Progressive McCampbell runs for Detroit City Council
There is set to be considerable turnover on Detroit City Council after November's election. City Council President Mary Sheffield is...
CuriosiD: What is the origin of ‘What up doe’?
In this episode of CuriosiD, we answer the question: "What is the origin of 'What up doe'?" The short answer 'What...
New bill aims to reimburse homeowners for flooded basements
In 2021 and 2023, parts of Southeast Michigan were inundated with rain. This led to storm and sewer water backing...
Man who served 11 years in prison suing Detroit, police and fire departments for wrongful conviction
Detroiter Duane Williams is suing the city of Detroit and the police and fire departments for $100 million in damages...
McLaren Macomb Hospital workers launch strike over staffing, pay concerns
Hundreds of nurses, lab techs and other workers are on strike at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens after contract...
Detroit Evening Report: Duggan, Detroit police announce ‘major crackdown’ on juvenile violence
Detroit officials announced the launch of a new teen violence prevention plan in response to recent shooting incidents involving children...