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The Metro covers local and regional news and current affairs, arts and cultural events and topics, with a commitment to airing perspectives and uncovering stories underreported by mainstream media in Detroit.
Hosts: Tia Graham and Robyn Vincent
Producers: Sam Corey, Alex McLenon
Engineer: Nate Bender and Jose Llanas
Senior Producer: David Leins
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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Why Wayne State University is leaning into artificial intelligence
Wayne State officially opened an AI research center in October. As concerns about AI usage rise, head of the institute Ezemenari Obasi says AI is a solution for many problems we face today.
The Metro: How movies set in metro Detroit depict it
Steven Shaviro is a former film critic and professor at Wayne State University. He joins the show to discuss movies made in or about metro Detroit.
The Metro: As environmental rules roll back, a religious authority remains silent
U.S. environmental rules have expanded and contracted under different presidents. Now, as protections are rolled back again, climate silence persists in churches.
The Metro: Arts education is more than crayons and markers
Arts and culture are often on the chopping block when funding cuts roll through. This MSU professor believes art education should be standard in K-12 curriculums.
The Metro: What today’s economy means for Michigan’s small businesses
Michigan’s small businesses are navigating higher costs, shifting hiring practices, and rapid advances in AI. We break down what’s changing — and what it means.
The Metro: A new superintendent, a long list of expectations for Michigan schools
Dr. Glenn Maleyko steps into a school system facing uneven academic recovery, high absenteeism, and growing demands beyond the classroom.
The Metro: How to make the most of Michigan winter in 2026
Dog sledding tops this year’s bucket list for winter fun from Bridge Michigan.
The Metro: Bamboo co-working space opens new location in Midtown
Bamboo now has five locations across Michigan, including one of its newest locations in Midtown Detroit.
The Metro: Why Oakland County punted on ethics reforms
After reports of potential conflicts of interest arose in Oakland County’s leadership, there was a discussion on hiring some form of oversight. Now leaders have decided to pass responsibility to the state.
The Metro: Double Up Food Bonus Bucks vouchers ending Dec. 31
Double Up Food Bucks is a statewide program through the Fair Food Network. It matches SNAP benefits used to buy fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables at participating grocers and farmers markets.
The Metro: Why Novi schools are keeping students off their phones
Gibraltar, Dearborn, and Novi school districts have restricted phone use.
The Metro: The life and legacy of the Packard Plant
Dave Marchioni, industrial and automotive curator, and John Lauter, Packard Plant historian, provide perspective on Packard Plant history.
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