Uncommitted movement co-founder Abbas Alawieh runs for District 2 state senator
Abbas Alawieh is running for state senator in District 2. The newly drawn district includes Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and parts of...
The Metro: ‘Default Day’ could save you money in the new year
In January, it's customary to establish resolutions or set goals for the year. But behavioral economists believe we could do...
The Metro: Power, money and silence — Michigan politics this week
In Michigan, hundreds of millions of dollars that people are counting on remain frozen. Last year’s state budget included roughly...
The Metro: Ford pivots on EVs as China becomes the world leader of electric car sales
Ford is changing tactics again. Last month, the company decided to pivot from its electric vehicle plans, and into...
New children’s book series ‘Muslim Mavericks’ highlights Muslims around the world
The Muslim Mavericks is a new children’s nonfiction biography book series highlighting the contributions of Muslims across the world.The first...
In The Groove: Yttling Jazz and Joshua Idehen, a belated birthday for Phil Lynott
New music from Yttling Jazz, Jill Scott, Kazdoura and more. Plus, a belated birthday party for Thin Lizzy front man...
Detroit Evening Report: Flu cases on the rise
Flu cases are on the rise across Michigan. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control say the state has a “very high” level of doctors’ visits...
The Metro: Empowerment Plan supports unhoused people with creative solution
The Empowerment Plan has been in service to metro Detroit’s homeless population since 2012. Empowerment Plan employs people living in...
The Metro: Why Wayne State University is leaning into artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is already shaping daily life, whether we’re ready or not. That’s caused celebration and concern. It’s reducing the...
The Metro: How movies set in metro Detroit depict it
Michigan has been the setting for thousands of films. At one point, the state encouraged movie makers through incentives to...
Such Great Heights: New book looks at ’00s indie rock explosion
The music landscape has changed a lot since the turn of the 21st century. Not just styles, but how we...
MI Local: Best of 2025’s live in-studio performances
On MI Local, you'll often hear in-person interviews with a wide range of local artists. We also get quite a...
