The Metro: The story behind Detroit’s population growth
New data shows the city of Detroit gained more than 6,800 residents in 2024. The city’s population now tops 645,000,...
Sam Corey
Sam Corey is a producer for 101.9 WDET, which includes finding and preparing interesting stories for the daily news, arts and culture program, The Metro. Sam joined WDET after a year and a half at The Union, a small newspaper in California, and stints at a variety of local Michigan outlets, including WUOM and the Metro Times. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago.
The Metro: The story behind Detroit’s population growth
New data shows the city of Detroit gained more than 6,800 residents in 2024. The city’s population now tops 645,000,...
The Metro: Lions face Packers in start to upcoming NFL season
The Detroit Lions had an outstanding 2024, breaking several franchise records. The Lions ended the season with 15 wins and...
The Metro: Ibram X. Kendi’s new book introduces Malcolm X to a new generation
Ibram X. Kendi has a new children’s book out called “Malcolm Lives.” In the book, he’s introducing the life and...
The Metro: Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network launches mobile outreach clinic for preventive health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In Wayne County, one of the foremost organizations trying to ease residents' mental health...
The Metro: A conservative Michigan economist’s take on tariffs
Last weekend, the Trump administration reduced tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30% James Hohman, director of fiscal policy...
The Metro: Detroit workshop aims to help small businesses thrive amid economic uncertainty
Uncertainty. That’s the word that economists are using to describe the U.S. economy lately. It’s also the theme of an...
The Metro: Former state lawmaker Adam Hollier on his third bid for Congress
Former state Sen. Adam Hollier announced last month that he is again running for Congress to unseat U.S. Rep. Shri...
The Metro: Archdiocese of Detroit discusses the significance of Pope Leo XIV’s election
If you haven’t heard yet, the Catholic church has a new leader. Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert Francis...
The Metro: Reflecting on motherhood ahead of Mother’s Day
No matter who you are, being a parent is a tough job. There’s no one definitive playbook for how to...
The Metro: Breaking down Detroit’s mayoral race
For the first time in over a decade, Mayor Mike Duggan will not be on the ballot for Detroit mayor....
The Metro: Smog and soot exposure contributing to Detroit’s bad air quality
A recent report from the American Lung Association found Detroit’s air quality ranks sixth in the nation for smog and...
The Metro: State Rep. Donavan McKinney enters race for 13th Congressional District seat
Democratic state lawmaker Donavan McKinney announced this week his intentions to run against Congressman Shri Thanedar in the 13th District...