Category Archives: Content ~ JR Morning
U-M Spin-Out Company that Treats Tumors with Ultrasound Gets Backing From Bezos-Backed Group
Photo: Mandi Wright ~ USA TODAY NETWORKANN ARBOR, Aug. 11, 2025 ~ A spinout company of the University of Michigan that focuses on helping people with tumors had a majority of its shares recently purch...
Aug 11, 2025
What Health Concerns to Watch For in Michigan During Wildfire Air Quality Alerts
Photo: Mandi Wright ~ USA TODAY NETWORKMICHIGAN, Aug. 6, 2025 ~ With the state experiencing weeks of diminished air quality due to wildfire smoke, the question arises about what it means for the healt...
Aug 06, 2025
Mary Sheffield’s Mayoral Bid Rooted in Legacy and Vision, Says Father Rev. Horace Sheffield
Photo: Curtis Paul ~ 760 WJRDETROIT, Aug. 6, 2025 ~ Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield has emerged as the front-runner in the city's mayoral race, and her father, Rev. Horace Sheffield, see...
Aug 06, 2025
Whitmer Faces Mounting Scrutiny Over Refusing to Call Special Election in Competitive Vacant Senate District
Photo: Don Reid ~ USA TODAY NETWORKLANSING, Aug. 5, 2025 ~ Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is receiving criticism for stalling on calling for a special election in a swing state senate district.Michigan‘s...
Aug 05, 2025
Sen. Slotkin Shows Openness for Cutting Off Offensive Weapons to Israel, Misses Vote on Weapons Ban for Colbert Interview
Photo: Paul Sancya – USA TODAY NETWORKWASHINGTON D.C., July 31, 2025 ~ A Michigan senator showed openness for exploring an “offensive weapons” ban to Israel as it continues to pummel...
Jul 31, 2025
Traverse City Stabbing Suspect Charged with Terrorism
Photo: RICHARD MIZE ~ USA TODAY NETWORKTRAVERSE CITY, MI, July 29, 2025 ~ The suspect accused of stabbing 11 people in a Traverse City Walmart is being charged with terrorism and 11 counts of assault....
Jul 29, 2025
Detroit PBS Facing Tough Challenge After Federal Funding Pull
Photo: Ken Ruinard ~ USA TODAY NETWORKMICHIGAN, July 25, 2025 ~ The future of Detroit public television is uncertain as the federal government under the Trump administration looks to rescind $1.1 bill...
Jul 26, 2025
Fred Durhal III Gains Momentum in Detroit Mayoral Race with Focus on Growth and Neighborhood Equity
Photo: Junfu Han ~ USA TODAY NETWORKDETROIT, July 25, 2025 ~ Detroit City Council Member Fred Durhal III is making a strong push in the final stretch before the August 5 mayoral primary, backed by a k...
Jul 25, 2025
WJR’s Lloyd Jackson Becomes the Voice of the People Mover as Station Gets New Identity
Photo: Andrew Mullin ~ WJRDETROIT, July 23, 2025 ~ City officials gathered Wednesday to celebrate the renaming of the former Joe Louis Arena Station to Water Square Station, marking a new phase in Det...
Jul 23, 2025
With AL Central Lead, Tigers Explore Key Trade Additions
Photo: Rick Scuteri ~ Imagn ImagesDETROIT, July 21, 2025 ~ The 2025 MLB trade deadline is set for July 31, and the Detroit Tigers are expected to be active in the market. With the team currently leadi...
Jul 21, 2025
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April 3, 2026 ~ Dave Beachnau, CEO of the Detroit Local Organizing Committee for the 2027 NCAA Men’s Final Four, joins Kevin Dietz live from Indy to talk about Detroit’s preparations, the economic and cultural impact of hosting the Final Four, and what fans can expect when the event comes to downtown Detroit.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds talk with Tony Paul, a Detroit News reporter, about the Detroit Tigers’ upcoming season. They also discuss Tony’s top baseball movie character.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with Walker Hosley, a regional manager at Groundworks, about how winter weather affects home foundations and what to look for.
