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Wayne State University President Kimberly Andrews Espy speaks with WDET's Russ McNamara at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island.
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The Metro: University leaders discuss impacts of federal budget cuts at Mackinac Policy Conference

Russ McNamara, Sam Corey, The Metro June 5, 2025

A number of universities are worried about funding cuts that are coming from the Trump administration. That includes those in...

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FILE - The 2024 Ford F-150 truck is assembled at the Dearborn Truck Plant, April 11, 2024, in Dearborn, Mich.
  • Auto
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The Metro: Experts warn of a rough road ahead for the auto industry

The Metro, Jerome Vaughn June 4, 2025

John McElroy is a thought leader in the auto industry. He currently broadcasts three radio segments on WWJ, writes a blog...

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Detroit Pastor Solomon Kinloch Jr. smiling and sitting in the WDET studios in a blue suit.
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The Metro: Triumph Pastor Solomon Kinloch talks church legacy, Detroit mayoral race

The Metro, Lauren Myers, Cary Junior II June 4, 2025

For many faithful folks in Detroit, Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. is a familiar name and face. As the senior pastor...

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Michigan Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Garlin Gilchrist announced new statewide grant programs at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island.
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Garlin Gilchrist announces new incentive programs for talent retention at Mackinac Policy Conference

Russ McNamara June 3, 2025

At the Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island last week, Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist announced new incentive programs aimed...

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Mackinac Bridge
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The Metro: Too soon to celebrate Detroit’s population growth?

Sam Corey, The Metro June 2, 2025

The 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference became all about how to increase Michigan’s population. After that conference, politicians, demographers and economists...

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Former Congressman and U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra speaks with WDET's Russ McNamara during the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island.
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US Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says concerns over tariffs ‘overblown’

Russ McNamara June 2, 2025

New U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra is downplaying the effect of tariffs on the auto industry.The former Congressman and...

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Reporter Elena Durnbaugh at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference
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MichMash: Michigan legislature’s budget debate surfaces at Mackinac Policy Conference

Hernz Laguerre May 30, 2025

The annual Mackinac Policy Conference has wrapped up for 2025. In this episode of MichMash, reporter Elena Durnbaugh joins Gongwer...

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Gretchen Whitmer sitting down with Russ McNamara
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Detroit Evening Report: Whitmer focuses on Michigan’s future at Mackinac conference

Hernz Laguerre May 30, 2025

In this episode of The Detroit Evening Report, we cover Governor Whitmer at the Mackinac Policy Conference, Pride Month kickoff...

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An exterior view of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island during the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference.
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Watch: Detroit mayoral debate at the Mackinac Policy Conference

Jenny Sherman May 29, 2025

Detroit mayoral candidates debated housing, public safety, education and more during a forum Thursday, May 29, at the 2025 Mackinac...

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Angelique Power, president and CEO of The Skillman Foundation, joins The Metro during the 2025 Michigan Policy Conference in Mackinac Island.
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The Metro at MPC: Skillman CEO on investing in Detroit’s next generation

Sam Corey, The Metro, Robyn Vincent May 29, 2025

The Skillman Foundation is one of Detroit’s most influential philanthropic organizations, using millions of dollars to shape education policy and...

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Bryan Beverly, director of the Michigan State University College of Education's Office of K-12 Outreach, joins The Metro during the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference.
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The Metro at MPC: Is Michigan doing enough to prepare K-12 students for higher education?

The Metro, Cary Junior II May 29, 2025

Michigan schools have struggled since the pandemic, with students lagging behind in reading and math skills compared to other states...

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Outgoing Michigan U.S. Sen. Gary Peters joins The Metro during the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island.
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The Metro at MPC: Michigan US Sen. Gary Peters on ‘passing the torch’

Sam Corey, The Metro, Robyn Vincent May 29, 2025

Michigan U.S. Sen. Gary Peters is preparing to retire after a decades-long career in politics and public service. Peters has championed...

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