Labor expert explains why union support remains high amid strikes
As Michigan's "hot labor summer" transitions to a "fiery labor fall," support for the labor movement remains historically high in...
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.
UAW strike expands again, impacting 7,000 more workers
The United Auto Workers strike against Detroit automakers has expanded once again to include two more plants, UAW President Shawn...
Strike continues for Blue Cross Blue Shield UAW workers
It’s been two weeks since Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan employees represented by the United Auto Workers walked off...
Unifor sets targets on GM after ratifying deal with Ford
Canadian auto workers represented by Unifor ratified a new deal with Ford Motor Company over the weekend, winning significant wage...
Detroit’s most violent precincts saw drop in crime this summer
Detroit's two most violent precincts saw a significant drop in violent crime this summer, as well as a citywide drop...
Ford reaches tentative deal with Canadian auto workers union
Thousands of unionized auto workers in Canada will remain on the job after brokering a tentative new contract with Ford...
Sen. Gary Peters says he ‘fully supports’ the UAW strike
The United Auto Workers union has announced a targeted strike against Detroit’s Big 3 automakers. That fight for higher wages...
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan presents tax reform plan to Michigan lawmakers in Lansing
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan detailed his strategy to reduce rates for homeowners and raise them on land speculators on Wednesday...
Former Rep. Mike Rogers joins US Senate race to replace Debbie Stabenow
Former Michigan Congressman Mike Rogers wants to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow next year, which would make him the...
Detroit’s Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue reopens after $6M renovations
Detroit’s Downtown Synagogue is set to reopen Friday following a nearly $6 million renovation. The Isaac Agree congregation was founded...
DTE Energy is working to reduce power outages, but can Detroit residents afford to wait?
In February 2023, an ice storm caused over 300,000 DTE Energy customers in Metro Detroit to lose power. Some residents...
Prosecutors give closing arguments for Ethan Crumbley life sentence during last day of Miller hearing
Friday was the final day of testimony in the hearing to determine whether the teenager who shot and killed four...