Stateside On Air

Canada is doubling down on its commitment to EVs. We talk to a reporter about what this means for the U.S. auto industry.

What communities are doing to slow data center development, and whether it's working. Plus, how Michigan’s Kid Rock became a musical icon of the MAGA movement, and how Michigan Latinos are feeling about Bad Bunny's upcoming Super Bowl performance.

How a family’s tragedy led Detroit to rethink its homeless services.

We take a look at how local police departments in Michigan have been working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection amid the nationwide immigration crackdown. Plus, a story from 1847 about how the people of Marshall, Michigan, stood up for their Black neighbors when slavecatchers came to the state.

How tariffs could be affecting grocery costs, Detroit poet Melba Boyd on writers and historic thinkers who influenced her work, and remembering ACCESS founder Ismael Ahmed.

We discussed school funding for mental health, deepfake detection tech, and one Michigander who’s competed in the winter Olympics four times.

First, an update on the construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which connects Detroit to Canada. Then, more about reactions to the University of Michigan's data center project. Also, how Michigan's cold snap could impact pest populations this spring. Plus, the On Hand podcast dove into the nuances of the Michigan accent.

Why are some VFW posts shutting their doors in Michigan?

The largest immigration detention center in the Midwest is in Michigan. Since October, the average daily population there ballooned to more than 1,300 people. Each week, a retired evangelical pastor from West Michigan goes to visit people there. Our producer Michelle Jokisch Polo tells that story.

Cellphones are set to be banned in K-12 schools. We talk to the state Senate bill sponsor, who's also a former high school teacher, about the measure and about how phones disrupt learning.

Information on staying safe on winter roads. Plus, the story behind a 1980s ad jingle that became an earworm; the impact of crackdowns on houseless individuals in Traverse City; and an introduction to Michigan Public's new environment reporter.

We learned about how the latest polar vortex is hitting houseless communities, as well as a new project at MSU meant to prevent postpartum depression. And the latest episode of It’s Just Politics.

A look at the automotive industry in light of Michigan's tariff-sensitive economy. Also, more on the ICE detention and release of Hmong refugee Lue Yang.

We commemorate MLK Day with a conversation about the past, present, and future meaning of the federal holiday.

We looked back on one year of ICE arrests, visited a tattoo artist specializing in mastectomy tattoos, and talked to a Dearborn comedian about his recent experience with police while performing comedy in Nazareth.

We talked to a Venezuelan asylum-seeker living in Michigan about her experience with ICE detention. Then, we chatted with an indie band from Michigan about their new album. And we aired the latest episode of It’s Just Politics.

First, a look at Canada-U.S. trade talks, which are set to resume this January. Then, more on research investigating the effects of environmental hazards endemic to Southwest Detroit. Also, we hear about the mass auctioning off of small, family-owned logging and sawmill businesses in Michigan from Interlochen Public Radio's "Points North" podcast.

Today, we talked about the University of Michigan’s newest hire for president, how a mid-century political movement influenced Mackinac Island, and the origins of dipping pizza in ranch.

A first-hand account from a neighbor who observed a 30-hour standoff between law enforcement and a resident who was experiencing a mental health crisis and wielding a sword in Ypsilanti.

An investigation into oversight of Michigan’s nursing homes, and who’s responsible when residents are abused or neglected. Also, strategies for addressing mental health disparity in Muslim communities.

Venezuelan asylum seekers in Michigan face new uncertainty in the U.S. after the detention of President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.

Between tariffs and removed tax credits, the auto industry faces a challenging year ahead.

January is a time for winter sports in Michigan, including the small but growing sport of winter surfing in the frigid temps of the Great Lakes.

A little Christmas music from Michigan artists.

A special presentation of The Dish with Mercedes Mejia, a podcast showcasing Michigan’s culinary talent.