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Economic Forecast - Joan Crary 11/19
So is the recession really finally over in the US? In Ann Arbor today...University of Michigan economists are rolling out their economic forecast for the coming years. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with U of M economist Joan Crary, who's looking at the nation
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Ford Fusion Car Of The Year 11/17
Ford’s 2010 Fusion was named Motor Trend Car of the Year. WWJ’s Jeff Gilbert test drove the car earlier this year and put together this report.
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New Cancer Screening 11/17
A local oncologist, Dr. Sherry Kovalski, refutes the a new government task force that recommends women do not begin regular screening for breast cancer until age 50, rather than 40.
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U of M Football Audit 11/16
WWJ's Jon Hewett talks with Detroit Free Press Reporter Michael Rosenberg about the latest developments with the University of Michigan football Investigation.
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Firearms Deeer Hunting Season 11/15
Deer were once known to live mostly up North. However, that situation has changed markedly in the past decade, Detroit Free Press Outdoor Writer Eric Sharp explains the reasons why.
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Firearms Deer Hunting Season Opens 11/15
Today is the opening of firearms deer hunting season. University of Detroit Mercy marketing professor Mark Bernacchi talks about the economic impact that deer hunting season has on the state of Michigan.
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Sudden Cardiac Death 11/14
Dr. Justin Trivax of Beaumont Hospital is interviewed on WWJ focusing on the three marathoners who recently died in Detroit.
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Republican Weekly Address 11/14
In the Republican weekly address, Congressman Mark Kirk (R-IL) outlines the steps he thinks necessary to provide Americans with the best health care possible and he details the ways a government-run health care system may be damaging.
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President Weekly Address 11/14
In his weekly address, President Obama recognizes Veterans Day by honoring America's soldiers both past and present. He also remembers those lost in the massacre at Fort Hood, and discusses what he and his administration is doing to ensure that a similar
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Governor Granholm - Jobs 11/13
Governor Granholm is talking to the Vice President about getting some more money for Michigan. WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick reports...it's all about jobs.
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Matt Landry - 911 Tapes 11/12
Lawrence Wadea said he followed a Honda, allegedly driven by Maslamani, and gave police a play-by-play of where he was. But Wadea says the cops didn't get there soon enough.
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Steve Yzerman Night 11/12
It's a reappearance on the ice for the old captain tonight, when the Red Wings hold Steve Yzerman night to commemerate his induction this week into the Hall of Fame. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with the Hall of Fame Red Wings Captain.
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Detroit Public Schools - Robert Bobb 11/11
An audit shows Detroit Public Schools has cut its budget deficit by nearly $87 million. The deficit was projected at $305.9 million. That's according to a new audit. WWJ's Greg Bowamn talked with Robert Bobb, the school system's emergency financial manage
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Ft. Hood Shooting 11/10
In a live interview on WWJ, Michigan Congressman Pete Hoekstra addresses the question as to what the FBI knew about the suspect and why were some signals missed?
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School Funding Rally 11/10
As people gather in Lansing to protest school funding cuts, State School Superintendant Mike Flanagan thinks there is a temporary solution to the shortfall.
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School Funding 11/10
Representative Pete Lund of Shelby Twp. talks live on WWJ about Michigan's school funding crisis.
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Jewish Federation 11/10
Pat Vitale talks with Scott Kaufman , Chief Executive Officer of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit.
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Health Care - John Conyers 11/08
Congressman John Conyers, Jr. of Michigan believes the passing of the health care reform bill will save lives and expand health care to citizens.WWJ's Ron Dewey talked with Congressman Conyers to discuss last evening's events.
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Dancing For Charity at the South Oakland Shelter 11/07
WWJ's Marie Osborne spoke live with Kevin Roach the Executive Director of the South Oakland Shelter. This is a charity event where area politicians, business leaders and media personalities will be pairing with professional dancers.
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Movie Boot Camp 11/7
Larry Meistrich a veteran producer, talks about a three day filmakers workshop next weekend which he will host.
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Health Care Overhaul 11/7
A live WWJ interview with AFL-CIO President Mark Gaffney on today's health care rally in Royal Oak.
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China Mission 11/7
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano further elaborates on the trip to China for himself and a board of delegates.
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China Trade Mission 11/7
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano tells WWJ's Pat Sweeting, he and officials from 20 local companies are headed out on a trade mission to China, which is looking for help from U.S. environmental companies.
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Fort Hood Shooting - Dr. Gerald Shiener 11/06
So what would cause someone to shoot up an army base? WWJ's Roberta Jasina and Greg Bowman talked with Dr. Gerald Shiener, the Chief of Consultation Psychiatry at Sinai Grace Hospital in Detroit.
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Michigan Schools - Governor Granholm 11/05
Traveling the state talking with education and community leaders about funding for our schools, Governor Jennifer Granholm took time off to talk with WWJ's Jayne Bower.
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Dave Bing 11/4
Doug Rothwell, President and CEO of Business Leaders of Michigan, comments on the election of Dave Bing to a four year term as Mayor and its meaning for Detroit.
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Chrysler Group - 5-Year Plan (Part 2) 11/04
CEO of Chrysler Group, Sergio Marchionne, plans to release details of the eagerly awaited 2010-2014 business plan at a briefing for analysts and reporters at the company's Auburn Hills headquarters.
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Chrysler Group - 5-Year Plan (Part 1) 11/04
CEO of Chrysler Group, Sergio Marchionne, plans to release details of the eagerly awaited 2010-2014 business plan at a briefing for analysts and reporters at the company's Auburn Hills headquarters.
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Election 09' - Dave Bing
Election 09 is in the books and Dave Bing remains Detroit's mayor for the next four years. Bing won his fourth election of the year beating Tom Barrow. WWJ talked with the mayor
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Election 09' - Charles Pugh 11/04
In spite of all the negative press about his finances, Charles Pugh finished number one in the Detroit Council race. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina spoke with Pugh about the election.
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Election 09' - Gary Brown 11/04
WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with newly elected city council member and former Detroit police officer Gary Brown.
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Marysville - Explosion 11/02
There have been multiple explosions at South Park Welding Supply this morning, and officials on the scene are not sure if anyone was in the building or if they made it out alive. Marysville Police Chief Tim Buelow said an employee was removing a valve fro
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George Perles - Governor's Race 11/02
George Perles says he is NOT kidding. The 75-year-old former Michigan State football coach says he intends to run for governor and tells The Detroit News he'll begin his campaign after New Year's Day. WWJ's Tim Skubick give his opinion on this story.
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Fred Marx Obit 11/01
Longtime metro Detroit public relations and retail industry insider Fred Marx died Sunday at age 67. WWJ and Fox2 Biz Editor Murray Feldman comments on his legacy.
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Tax Conference 11/01
About 2,000 people are expected at this week's Michigan Tax Conference, which takes place Tuesday and Wednesday at the Rock Financial Showplace. To talk more about the Conference is Judy Trepeck.
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UAW Rejects Changes 11/01
United Auto Workers are overwhelmingly rejecting contract changes that would have helped Ford cut labor costs. WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy joined Ron Dewey with the latest details.
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Governor Granholm - State Budget 10/30
Governor Granholm has signed off on a state budget... but not before wielding her veto pen against 75 items... a total of 127 million dollars in 15 bills.
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Breast Cancer 10/30
WWJ's Pat Sweeting discusses breast cancer detection, treatment and survival with Stephen Ethier, PhD, Deputy Director of the Karmanos Cancer Institute.
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Detroit Pistons-10/30
WWJ's Tony Ortiz has a talk with new Pistons Head Coach John Kuester prior to the Piston's home opener tonight.
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Kwame Kilpatrick 10/30
WWJ's Legal analyst Charlie Langton summarizes yesterdays court proceedings and speculates on what's ahead.
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Former Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick In Court 10/29
Detroit's former Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was back in court Thursday after allegations that he violated his probation. Prosecutors allege that Kilpatrick has not been paying his required $6,000 a month in restitution, and has failed to disclose his assets.
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FBI Raid-10/29
Listen to part of the FBI press conference regarding the raid and fatal shooting of an alleged radical Islamic leader.
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Angel's Night 10/29
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Jean Claude Lewis of the Corktown Residents' Council on efforts by his neighborhood to recover a blighted piece of property, a potential arsonist target, and turning it into a rallying point for the community.
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Jobs-Carl Levin 10/29
US Senator Levin talks with WWJ's Greg Bowman about a proposal to extend unemployment benefits.
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Dr. Raymond Tanter 10/29
Professor emeritus at the University of Michigan and member of the National Security Council staff under President Reagan, Dr. Tanter speaks of the FBI shooting of an alleged radical Islamic leader in Dearborn.
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Consumer Reports
October 27, 2009
Consumer Reports auto editor Rick Paul talks about the company's latest reliability study.
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Money Management Seminar - Don Lux 10/26
WWJ Newsradio 950 is presenting a FREE money management seminar. One of the featured speakers is Don Lux, president of Simplified Financial Wealth Management, in Warren.
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Michigan Schools - Tim Skubick 10/26
With a major money crisis facing Michigan schools, the state Board of Education holds a meeting today in Lansing to talk about how to survive the funding cuts ordered by Governor Granholm. WWJ's Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick has the story.
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Swine Flu - James McCurtis 10/24
President Obama has declared a Swine Flu a Federal Emergency but what exactly does that mean for Michigan? State Health Department Spokesman James McCurtis talk with WWJ's Marie Osborne
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H1N1 Shots - George Miller 10/24
Oakland County Health officials are wrapping up a full day of giving out H1N1 shots. Department Director George Miller talked with WWJ's Marie Osborne.
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H1N1 Threat - Steve Gold 10/24
After President Obama Declares H1N1 A National Emergency. Hundreds of people here in the metro Detroit area, are waiting in lines to get their shots. WWJ's Marie Osborne talked with Macomb County Health Department Deputy Health Officer Steve Gold more abo
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Memories of Soupy Sales 10/23
We have been hearing your thoughts and memories on the life and career of Soupy Sales. Here some callers that shared some memories of Soupy.
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Northwest Airlines Flight - Charles Kaufman 10/23
Were they asleep at the wheel or preoccupied with something else. A couple of the questions about the crew of a Northwest Airlines flight. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with retired University of Michigan aviation expert, Charles Kaufman
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Soupy Sales - Tim Kiska 10/23
Soupy Sales was probably best known for his trademark "pie in the face" routine and locally for his show "Lunch with Soupy Sales" during the 1950's. WWJ's Tim Kiska, who authored a book called "From Soupy to Nuts!" says Sales did a lot during his time th
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DPS Search For Buried Treasure 10/22
WWJ's Florence Walton sat through the first day of hearings on Detroit Public Schools spending practices. She told some shocking tales live on WWJ.
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On-Line Transactions Beware 10/22
Thinking about buying something on Craigslist? Police are advising people to be careful when it comes to making any online transactions. WWJ's Zahra Huber has more in this cover story.
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Windows 7 10/22
Technology expert Mike Wendland talks about the new Microsoft operating system debuting today.
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H1N1- 10/21
A Red Cross Poll concerning the Swine Flu is the subject of a WWJ interview with R.C. spokeswoman Laura Howell.
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School Funding - Tim Skubick 10/20
Governor Granholm gets out her "veto pen" and is cutting funding to some of Metro Detroit's biggest districts. WWJ's Tim Skubick has more from the state capitol
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Marathon Runners Deaths - Justin Trivax 10/19
The deaths of three runners in Sunday's annual Detroit marathon has left a lot of questions. Justin Trivax Beaumont Hospital cardiologist did a study one year ago on marathons, focusing on the one in Detroit.
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Michigan Business Women 10/19
Some advice for Michigan business-women who want to make it to the top...apply for the job. WWJ'S Roberta Jasina has the results of a new survey done by the Inforum Center for Leadership.
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State Budget Deal - Tim Skubick 10/19
A busy week ahead in Lansing with the governor and lawmakers facing an October 31st deadline to reach a budget deal. WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick has more.
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Business of Plugging In 10/18
How do automotive manufacturers make electric-powered vehicles attractive to consumers? That question will be studied over the next three days by industry leaders attending the inaugural "Business of Plugging In" conference. WWJ Terri Lee talked with Spo
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Excercise 10/17
Kerry Westfall of Lake Arrowhead California has Friedrechs Ataxia, a neuromuscular disease but refuses to let it interfere with his workout regimine, and has produced a DVD. He is interviewed on WWJ.
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Build Brigade 10/17
A WWJ interview about a very special project to help Army Specialist Alex Knapp, a severly wounded Iraq War Veteren.
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Regional Collaboration Committee 10/17
The candidate explains why he wants to create a Regional Collaboration Committee that would work with Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties to bring businesses to the tri-county area, thus creating jobs that would help the area retain more of its talented, y
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Cover Stories - Part Two 10/16
Tomorrow, the Michigan opera theatre opens it's production of Nabucco. Among it's 60 member chorus you'll find many people who lead "double lives". WWJ’s Marie Osborne brings us a cover story about one of our own WWJ staffers.
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Cover Stories - Part One 10/16
Tomorrow, the Michigan opera theatre opens it's production of Nabucco. Among it's 60 member chorus you'll find many people who lead "double lives". WWJ’s Marie Osborne brings us a cover story about one of our own WWJ staffers.
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Make Me Rich - Christopher Knight 10/15
The New Michigan Lottery Show "Make Me Rich" with host Christopher Knight debuts this Friday at 7:30PM on WDIV..channel four in Detroit. The show will air quarterly, with the next program in February.
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You Don't Know Jack - Geoffrey Fieger 10/15
Filming begins this morning in Metro Detroit on the new HBO movie "You Don't Know Jack"--a flick about the life of assisted-suicide advocate Jack Kevorkian. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with attorney Geoffrey Fieger about the filming
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School Money - Tim Skubick 10/15
Schools across Michigan could be taking another big financial hit. WWJ's Tim Skubick has more with this morning's latest developments.
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Swine Flu Report 10/14
WWJ's Roberta Jasina reports on the latest developments in the battle against the H1N1 Influenza outbreak.
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The Dow Hits 10,000 10/14
In a live interview on WWJ, Steve Kus, Senior VP of Hilliard Lyons, gives his take on whether today's Wall Street runup has any legs.
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NTSB Hearing.Part 7 10/14
the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
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NTSB Hearing-Part 6 10/14
the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
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NTSB Hearing - Plane Crash (part5) 10/14
Safety checks and maintenance have been in the spotlight as the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
This morning, the NTSB's Malco
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NTSB Hearing - Plane Crash (part4) 10/14
Safety checks and maintenance have been in the spotlight as the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
This morning, the NTSB's Malco
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NTSB Hearing - Plane Crash (part3) 10/14
Safety checks and maintenance have been in the spotlight as the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
This morning, the NTSB's Malco
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NTSB Hearing - Plane Crash (part2) 10/14
Safety checks and maintenance have been in the spotlight as the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
This morning, the NTSB's Malco
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NTSB Hearing - Plane Crash (part1) 10/14
Safety checks and maintenance have been in the spotlight as the National Transportation Safety Board discusses the airplane crash that killed a four-member University of Michigan medical team and two pilots two years ago.
This morning, the NTSB's Malco
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Detroit Turn Around - Thomas Murphy 10/14
The city of Pittsburgh in the early 1980's went through many of the same things Detroit is going through now. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with former Pittsburgh Mayor Thomas Murphy.
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Michigan Racetrack Owners - Tim Skubick 10/14
Michigan racetrack owners are taking their case to Lansing today. They want to open casinos at their facilities. WWJ's Tim Skubick talked with WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina.
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UAW/Ford Reach Tenative Deal 10/13
The UAW says it has finalized a tentative agreement with Ford Motor to rework its 2007 labor contract. Automotive News Labor reporter David Barkholz joined WWJ's Jayne Bower with the latest.
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Bing Steel Struggling 10/12
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing talks one-on-one with WWJ's Vickie Thomas about the struggles of his company Bing Steel.
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Breast Cancer 10/10
Dr. Ruth Lerman of Beaumont Hospital is interviewed on WWJ about various lifestyle changes including excercise that can cut the chance of breast cancer by 40%.
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H1N1 Virus - Dr. Marcus Zervos 10/10
The news is further evidence that the H1N1 virus is proving unusually dangerous for the young.WWJ's Pat Vitale talked with Dr. Marcus Zervos, the head of Infectious Diseases and the man leading H1N1 preparedness from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
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Republican Response 10/10
In the weekly Republican address, Florida Senator George LeMieux criticizes the proposed Democratic healthcare plan
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President Weekly Address 10/10
In his weekly address, President Obama says that the effort to pass healthcare reform has gained momentum in the past week
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Detroit Symphony Orchestra - Dave Grusin 10/09
This weekend's Pops concert featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and composer and pianist Dave Grusin, who has written over 60 film scores, including the music for "On Golden Pond" and "Tootsie." WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Dave.
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Budget for public schools - Tim Skubick 10/09
Lawmakers have passed a new budget for public schools,but another proposed tax is being blasted by Michigan doctors. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.
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Art Blackwell 10/8
WWJ's Vickie Thomas talked with Art Blackwell after his arraignment on embezzlement charges.
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GM Conference Call 10/07
General Motors President and CEO Fritz Henderson provides an update on the progress GM has made since launching as a new company July 10th.
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Miguel Cabrera - 911 Tapes 10/05
911 tapes are released to WWJ this morning about that dispute everyone is talking about. Tiger Star Miguel Cabrera apparently received scratches and bruises on his face in a fight with his wife. Cabrera's wife Roseangel called police in the early hoursof
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Job Hunting Tips 10/4
An author, Therese Marie Boldt, is interviewed on WWJ on the art of landing a job even in hard times.
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No Go For Chicago 10/02
The International Olympic Committee has said no to Chicago's bid for the 2016 games. What does this mean for President Barack Obama? University of Michigan Dearborn political science professor Ron Stockton joined WWJ's Jayne Bower with his opinion.
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State Budget - Tim Skubick 10/02
Governor Granholm is now indicating she will VETO portions of a new budget approved by the Legislature just over 24 hours ago, because it cuts spending too deeply for schools, eliminates the Michigan Promise scholarship, and jeopardizes local police and f
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State Budget - Tim Skubick (update 8a) 10/01
Michigan's short, but not-so-sweet, government shutdown ended very quickly this morning, after lawmakers in Lansing voted to adopt a temporary 30-day budget. WWJ's Tim Skubick has more on this story.
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State Budget - Tim Skubick (updae 7a) 10/01
Michigan's short but not-so-sweet government shutdown ended very quickly this morning, after lawmakers in Lansing voted to adopt a temporary 30-day budget. WWJ's Tim Skubick talked with WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina.
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State Budget - Tim Skubick (update 6a) 10/01
Michigan's brief government shutdown ended very quickly this morning, after lawmakers in Lansing voted to adopt a temporary 30-day budget. With the late-breaking details, WWJ's Tim Skubick in Lansing talked with WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina.
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Countdown to Shutdown (update 12p) 09/30
The state House chambers are on lockdown this hour so lawmakers can focus on working out a budget by midnight. There have been new developments and we get the latest from the Capitol with our Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.
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Countdown to Shutdown (update 1030a) 09/30
State lawmakers still have several major hurdles ahead of a midnight deadline, WWJ's Roberta Jasina tells us that they have a backup plan and also the latest news at the State Capital from WWJ's Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.
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Countdown to Shutdown (update 9a) 09/30
Back to "budget business" in Lansing as lawmakers still have several MAJOR hurdles ahead of a midnight deadline. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with WWJ's Tim Skubick.
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Earthquakes - Henry Pollack 09/30
Someone who studies earthquakes and volanos is Geological sciences professor Henry Pollack at the University of Michigan talked with WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina.
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Countdown to Shutdown (update 6a) 09/30
Just hours left before state lawmakers have to finalize a new state budget. Key issues yet to be resolved include school funding, medicaid and the Promise scholarships. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.
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Fall Leaves Campaign 9/29
Mark Canavan, Group Creative Director for McCann Erikson who wrote the popular Pure Michigan Ad featuring Tim Allen, talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman.
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State Day Care 9/29
Lisa Snyder, a good neighbor who is being threatened with jail time for unlicensed child care, and State Representive Calley are interviewed on WWJ.
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Texting while Driving 9/28
90% of all Americans think text-driving should be banned according to a CBS/New York Times survey of more than one thousand adults. Here is a live WWJ interview with Sarah Dutton, Director of CBS News Surveys.
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Tigers-1984 9/28
WWJ's Greg Bowman interviews Dave Bergman, first baseman for the 1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers, on the eve of a special celebration honoring members of that team.
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Republican Address 09/26
Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson delivers the weekly Republican address on health care reform and criticizes President Obama's plan.
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Countdown to Shutdown 09/25 (12:30p update)
A divided Michigan Senate has approved a temporary budget to make sure state government won't shut down if lawmakers can't agree on a permanent spending plan WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman.
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Countdown To Shutdown 09/25 (10a update)
Developing news on state budget talks. WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman saying there could be a vote on raising revenue in the state House today.
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Motor City Casino - Charlie Langton 09/25
A first-of-its-kind case in Michigan unfolding in a Wayne County courtroom today. A 61-year old Detroit-area man is suing Motor City casino to recoup more than 600-thousand dollars in losses. WWJ legal analyst Charlie Langton spke with WWJ's Joe Donovan
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State Budget - Tim Skubick 09/25
Five days to go before a potential state government shutdown. WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick says Republicans and Democrats appear to be at a stalemate in resolving Michigan's budget crisis.
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Countdown To Shutdown-9/24 (6:30pm update)
Michigan lawmakers end their session today. Lawmakers need to have a budget by October 1st if they want to avoid a state government shutdown. WWJ's Bill Stevens caught up with Tim Skubick as the day wrapped up.
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Countdown To Shutdown-09/24 (9:30a Update)
Michigan lawmakers are planning for a long day as they work to meet an October first deadline, and avoid a state shutdown. Tim Skubick joined Joe and Roberta With the latest-breaking developments from Lansing.
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Free Healthcare Clinic 09/24
WWJ's Marie Osborne talks with a small group of people in Ferndale who have decided to take matters into their own hands regarding healthcare, and are in the process of opening a FREE healthcare clinic for people who don't have insurance.
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Countdown To Shutdown 09/24
Michigan lawmakers are planning for a long day as they work to meet an October first deadline, and avoid a state shutdown. Tim Skubick joined Joe and Roberta With the latest-breaking developments from Lansing.
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Canton Shooting 9-1-1 Calls 9/22
Police say an off-duty Detroit police officer, Edward Williams II, shot his wife in the parking lot of the Canton Twp. Library. Hear 9-1-1 calls from the scene.
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Unemployment - Michigan Congressman Gary Peters 09/22
A vote today in Washington that would affect the wallets of 100-thousand unemployed Michigan residents who are running out of benefits. The House will decide whether to extend unemployment in hard hit states for 13 weeks. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Mi
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Stem Cell Trial For ALS Treatment 09/22
WWJ's Roberta Jasina and Joe Donovan talk live with University of Michigan neurologist Dr. Eva Feldman about the first human clinical trial of a stem cell treatment for ALS.
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The Week Ahead On Wall Street 09/21
Jill Schlesinger, Editor-at-Large for CBS Moneywatch.com, talked LIVE with Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina about the week ahead on Wall Street, and exactly what investors will be watching.
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President's Weekly Address 09/19
Just before the second meeting of the G-20 nations this year, President Obama reviews the steps that have been taken to prevent further economic turmoil and previews what will be addressed at the second summit.
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GOP Address 09/19
In this week's Republican Response, North Carolina Congresswoman Sue Myrick says that a public health option will compromise care, hurt small business owners, and be harmful to seniors due to Medicare cuts.
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Over 50 with Hiv - Dr Lawrence Crane 09/18
With input from Deroit Medical Cemnter's Dr. Lawrence Crane, WWJ NewsRadio 950's Pat Sweeting explores the reasons why more people over the age of 50 are being diagnosed with HIV-AIDS.
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Howdy Doody Stamp - Lawrence Baranski 09/17
Roberta Jasina interviews Lawrence Baranski of the Detroit Institute of Arts, which on Sunday will celebrate Howdy Doody, and the issuing of a U.S. postage stamp in Howdy's honor. The Puppet will appear "live on stage" Sunday at the DIA at 3:30pm.
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Yale Murder - Police Chief James Lewis 09/17
Police said a Yale University lab technician has been arrested in the killing of a graduate student whose body was found stuffed behind the wall of a campus research building. Here is New Haven Police Chief James Lewis addressing the press.
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Green Vehicle Funding 09/16
Michigan Democratic congressman Gary Peters talks about legislation to fund green vehicle technology. The bill won approval in the U.S. House Wednesday.
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Job Hunting Tips 9/16
David Perry, author of Guerilla Marketing for Job Hunters2.0, gives valuable info for WWJ listeners.
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Countdown to Shutdown 9/16
Exactly two weeks left for the Governor and lawmakers to come up with a budget deal. WWJ's Tim Skubik reports that some progress is being made
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Kanye West 9/16
Listen to WWJ listener comments on the recent remarks of President Obama regarding Kanye West's interruption of Taylor Swift at the MTV Video Music Awards. .
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Fuel Economy 9/15
Listen to a briefing featuring EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and Sec. of Transportation Ray La Hood as they describe President Obama's new fuel standards program.
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Mayor Bing-Restaurant Week 9/15
Detroit's Mayor discusses the need for residents in the city and suburbs to take advantage of Detroit Restaurant Week as a way to help the city.
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Financial Planning Clinic 9/15
Chris Wloszczyna of the Certified Financial Planner Board informs WWJ listeners of a free clinic going this Saturday
in Southfield .
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State Budget Crisis 9/15
As heard live on WWJ, a report from WWJ's Tim Skubik followed by an interview with State Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop.
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Michigan Budget Crisis 9/15
WWJ's Lansing Correspondent Tim Skubik has some inside info on what cuts may be neccessary to forestall a statewide shutdown.
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ADHD Awareness Week 9/15
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Dr. Gary Trock, head of Pediatric Neurology at Beaumont Hospital about ADHD: an often misunderstood disorder that he says can be treated sometimes without the use of medicine.
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Countdown to Shutdown 09/14
The controversail Michigan Business Tax will be hight on the agenda as lawmakers work to avoid a possible state shutdown. WWJ's Tim Skubick has more on the story
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Jay Leno - Steve Futterman 09/14
Tonight starts a new dawn for primetime TV...as Talk Show host Jay Leno debuts his new show at 10'clock. WWJ's Greag Bowman talked with CBS News Correspondent Steve Futterman in Los Angeles.
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GM Guarantee 9/13
WWJ's Auto Editor John McElroy gives his take on an innovative program established by the restructured General Motors.
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Restaurant Week 9/13
Georges Mokbel, Manager of Iridescense Restaurant inside Motor City Casino, talks about his menu, reservations, and Restaurant week, in a live interview on WWJ.
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Detroit Lions 9/13
Jeff Lesson talks with WXYT's Lions' sideline reporter Tony Ortiz prior to the start of the 2009 campaign.
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Google Energy Czar at UM 9/12
WWJ's Matt Roush speaks with Bill Weihl, dubbed google's energy czar, about a lecture he will give at UM's Ann Arbor campus on Sept. 14th at 4pm.
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What's Next For the D? 9/12
WWJ's Joe Donovan spoke with Terry Barclay, Inforum President and CEO, about the kickoff of the Inforum Fall Luncheon series where Mayor Dave Bing and DPS Emergency Financial Manager Robert Bobb will speak.
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State Budget - Governor Jennifer Granholm 09/11
Are we any closer this morning to a budget agreement in Lansing? Or...are we closer to a state shutdown. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm.
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Candidate Forum-Part 4
A candidate forum for those running for Detroit City Council and clerk took place at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center in downtown Detroit Thursday Evening.
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Candidate Forum-Part 3
A candidate forum for those running for Detroit City Council and clerk took place at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center in downtown Detroit Thursday Evening.
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Candidate Forum-Part 2
A candidate forum for those running for Detroit City Council and clerk took place at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center in downtown Detroit Thursday Evening.
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Candidate Forum-Part 1
A candidate forum for those running for Detroit City Council and clerk took place at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center in downtown Detroit Thursday evening.
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Health Care - Congressman Thad McCotter 09/10
Among those lawmakers in the audience and listening to the President was Michigan Republican Congressman Thad McCotter WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with the congressman.
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Health Care - Congresswoman Candice Miller 09/10
President Obama summoned Congress to enact sweeping health care legislation, declaring the time for bickering is over. WWJ's Paul Snider talked with Congresswoman Candice Miller about the President's Speech.
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Heath Care - Senator Debbie Stabenow 09/10
President Obama summoned Congress to enact sweeping health care legislation, declaring the time for bickering is over. WWJ's Paul Snider talked with Senator Debbie Stabenow about the President's Speech.
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Health Care - President Barack Obama 09/10
President Barack Obama says he's done wasting time with people who think it's better politics to kill the health care overhaul... than to improve it. We're hearing from you about President Obama's health care vision.
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Oakland University - Striking Professors 09/08
No classes today for thousands of students at Oakland University, as the school and striking professors fail to reach a new contract agreement. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina talked with Joel Russell, president of the union representing the striki
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Forest Fire Anniversary 9/6
A live interview with Historian and environmentalist David Dempsey on the massive Michigan forest fire of 1881.
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Military Care Packages 9/6
The folks at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy are working with military moms to put together care packages for the military. Here is a WWJ interview with White Chapel's David Krall.
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Jazz Fest 9/6
A live WWJ interview with jazz historian Jim Gallert.
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Walter Kraft 09/05
It's move in time for students at Eastern Michigan University. This year, a big effort to help prevent the H1N1 Virus. Walter Kraft, Vice President for Communications at EMU, joined Pat Vitale this morning.
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Census Director Visit 9/4
WWJ's Jayne Bower interviews Michigan native, Census Bureau Director Robert M. Groves as he returns home for the first time since his appointment in July. Jayne asks him the reason for his visit.
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Ernie Harwell Interview 09/04
It's a sad day for Detroit Tiger fans, with news that legendary Detroit Tiger Broadcaster Ernie Harwell has inoperable cancer of the bile duct, he joined WWJ's Greg Bowman to talk about it.
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Countdown To Shutdown 09/03
Top lawmakers hunker-down today for talks aimed at resolving the state's budget crisis. Tim Skubick joined Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina from Lansing this morning with a "Countdown to Shutdown."
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Batteries
September 2, 2009
Governor Granholm, and others, speak at Compact Power, in Troy, which will make the cells for the battery packs that will go into the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle.
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Sleep Doctor 9/2
WWJ's Greg Bowman interviews Dr. Timothy Roehrs, a sleep researcher at Henry Ford Hospital. Gregs asks for the best advice for parents on getting kids and teens back on a regular sleep routine before school resumes.
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Holistic Therepy 9/1
Dr. Nancy Lieber discusses the holistic approach to
relieving some forms of depression with WWJ's Pat Sweeting.
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Kids and Obesity 9/1
WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks with Dr. Eduardo Sanchez of the Institute of Medicine on a new campaign targeting childhood obesity.
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City Budget Woes 08/31
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing talks with WWJ's Florence Walton and other reporters, about the problems concerning city buses.
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Pipe Organ Restoration-Part3 8/30
To give the historical significance of the organ that once reverberated throughout Orchestra Hall, WWJ's Stephanie Davis interviews Paul Ganson of the DSO.
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Pipe Organ Restoration 8/30
WWJ's Stephanie Davis interviews Brian Ventura on how a group of Detroit Symphony Orchestra Musicians are planning to restore an historical pipe organ.
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Arts, Beats, and Eats 8/30
The annual festival is coming to Pontiac this coming weekend and Arts, Beats, and Eats organizer, Jonathan Witz, gives a preview for WWJ listeners.
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Sending Your Kid To College 08/30
WWJ's Jon Hewett speaks with Dr. Perry Francis, coordinator of counseling services at Eastern Michigan University, about advice to parents about to send their kids off to college.
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Global Warming - Extreme Heat Waves 08/29
WWJ's Jon Hewett speaks with Dr. Ted Schettler about the release of a new report from the National Wildlife Federation and Physicians for Social Responsibility entitled "Global Warming's Wake-Up Call".
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Hamtramck Plant Fire 8/27
WWJ's Jayne Bower spoke live with the City Manager of Hantramck Bill Cooper about the chemical plant fire burning in Hamtramck.
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Governor Granholm 08/27
The State of Michigan is facing a 2 billion dollar deficit...could gambling be part of the solution? WWJ's Greg Bowman and Roberta Jasina talked LIVE with Governor Granholm.
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State Budget Talks-Part Two 08/26
The state of Michigan is just over 30-days away from another possible government shutdown. What needs to be cut? How many jobs could be lost? WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick tries to give some answers.
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State Budget Talks-Part One 08/26
The state of Michigan, once again, is facing yet another government shutdown. So, What's happening in Lansing to beat the clock? WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick joined Greg Bowman and Roberta Jasina with the latest.
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Michigan Security Network - Leslie Touma 08/25
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Leslie Touma, President of the newly-launched Michigan Security Network, which will help accelerate technology development, investment and jobs for the state in the fast-growing homeland security sector....a $113-BILLION dollar
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DPS Teachers Rally 08/25
Thousands of teachers are outside the Fisher building rallying against proposed contract concessions.
Detroit Federation of Teachers president Keith Johnson talked with WWJ's Vickie Thomas.
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Matt Landry Fundraiser - Bob Perugi 08/23
Family and friends of Landry will hold a fundraiser tonight to cover Landry's burial expenses. WWJ's Mike Campbell talked with Matt's friend... Bob Perugi to talk more about the event at the Emerald Theater in Mount Clemens.
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Michigan State Fair - Bob Porter 08/23
The Michigan State Fair opens Friday. And, visitors can expect to see FIVE new rides on the midway, along with lots more fun and games. WWJ's Mike Campbell talked with general manager of the fair, Bob Porter.
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John McElroy 8/22
WWJ's Auto Analyst comments on the end of the cash for clunkers program and it's impact on the future of the auto industry.
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Home Sales 8/21
In a live interview on WWJ, Gerry Burke of Birmingham-baed Prodential H-W-W-B Realtors comments on the long term prospects of the current up-tick in home sales.
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Mega-Millions 8/21
Listen to some valuable advice from WWJ-Fox2 Business Editor Murray Feldman just in case you hit tonight's big jackpot.
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60 Minutes - Don Hewitt Part 2 08/19
Legendary CBS Newsman Don Hewitt has died. He was 86. Hewitt helped pioneer TV news as we know it and created the news magazine format with 60 Minutes. 60 Minutes Correspondent Bob Simon worked for Hewitt.
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60 Minutes - Don Hewitt Part 1 08/19
Legendary CBS Newsman Don Hewitt has died. He was 86. Hewitt helped pioneer TV news as we know it and created the news magazine format with 60 Minutes. Correspondent Morely Safer worked with Hewitt for decades on the show.
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Community Foundation - Mariam Noland 08/18
Thousands of donations are pouring in today to the Community Foundation for southeast Michigan. Donors can go to the Foundation's website and donate to one of 75 arts and cultural organizations. WWJ's Jayne Bower talked with Community Foundation Presiden
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Robert Novak Obituary 8/18
A longtime columnist with the Sun-Times and famous for hosting CNN's "Crossfire," Robert Novak has died at age 78.
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Macomb County Murder Investigation 08/17
Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith talks with WWJ's Roberta Jasina and Joe Donovan about the Matthew Landry murder investigation. Smith also talks about concealed weapons and the death penalty.
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Michigan Opera Theatre 8/16
Rebekah Johnson, Public Relations Coordinator at Michigan Opera Theatre, informs WWJ listeners on the limited Community Foundation 50 percent matching program to support various arts organizations.
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Upper Penisula Fire 8/16
Rich Ahnen, incident commander with the Department of Natural Resources, reports on a 120 acre wildfire nearly under control in Amasa in the UP.
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Woodward Dream Cruise - CupCake 08/15
There's been a new record set at the Woodward Dream Cruise. It doesn't have anything to do with cars, but a cupcake. Baker Ryan Abood made a cupcake that weighs 1,224 pounds. That is the Guiness Book of World Records largest cupcake.
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Woodward Dream Cruise - The Vinsetta Garage 08/15
A Lot Of The Classic Cars On The Road For The Woodward Dream Cruise, Get Ready For Their Close Up With A Visit To The Vinsetta Garage On Woodward...A Well Known And Well Respected Garage For Classic Cars.
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DTE Clunkers 8/14
Mike Dunham of JACO Environmental is interviewed by WWJ's Pat Sweeting about the environmental impact of DTE's cash for clunker appliance initiative just begun.
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Health Reform 8/14
WWJ's Pat Sweeting interviews Physician and author Herbert Smitherman, a consultant with the Obama Administration on the issue, about why thinks health reform is critical.
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Motown Movie Muscle
The audio of WWJ's Dream Cruise Business Breakfast, hosted by WWJ's John McElroy.
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Dream Cruise 8/12
WWJ's Roberta Jasina talks with Tony Michaels, the man in charge of the Dream Cruise which is only days away.
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Chevy Volt 08/11
Speaking at the Warren Tech Center, GM CEO Fritz Henderson says the new Chevy Volt rechargable electric vehicle should get 230 miles per gallon of gasoline in city driving.
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Lois Arnold-Special Olympics 08/11
President John F. Kennedy's sister Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of the Special Olympics, has died at age 88. Lois Arnold, president of Special Olympics Michigan, says it was a labor of love for Shriver.
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Safe Boating-8/9
Mark Hackel, Macomb County Sheriff, has some tips for WWJ listeners to make a fine day on the water a safe one.
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Health Care Protests-8/8
A live WWJ inteview with University of Michigan-Dearborn Professor Ron Stockton on the increasing prevelance of vociferous protests regarding the President Obama Health Care Plan.
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Dream Cruise-8/8
Greg Rassell, president of the Woodward Dream Cruise, is interviewed live on WWJ regarding next weekend's event, which is unofficially underway already.
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Congressman Dingell 8/7
WWJ's Marie Osborne interviews John Dingell, Congressman representing the 15th District, Detroit, on the recent cheers and jeers he encountered at a Health Care Forum.
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Economy-8/7
In light of the recent uptick in the Dow Jones Industrial Average due to the slight drop in the jobless rate, WWJ's Greg Bowman interviews Erik Schurenberg, Editor-in-Chief of CBS Money Watch.com, about what's going on.
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Governor Granholm 08/05
11 Michigan manufacturers and research facilities will receive a share of $2.4 billion in grants for development of the next generation of electric vehicles and batteries, Governor Jennifer Granholm talked LIVE in studio with WWJ's Greg Bowman.
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Tom Barrow 08/05
Tom Barrow, the man who will be facing-off this November with Mayor Dave Bing, talked LIVE with Joe and Roberta.
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Mayor Bing By A Landslide 08/05
Incumbent Detroit Mayor Dave Bing will move on to the November 3rd general election. Bing had more than 74 percent of the vote in Tuesday's primary and he joined Joe and Roberta to talk about it.
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Cash For Clunkers 08/04
So how is the "Cash for Clunkers" program progressing? Jim Seavitt of Village Ford in Dearborn joined WWJ's Greg Bowman with the latest.
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Nevaeh Buchanon's Body Found 08/04
Nearly two months after finding Nevaeh Buchanon's body in a shallow grave, Guy Bickley talks with WWJ's Roberta Jasina about how his life has changed.
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Parvovirus-8/3
WWJ's Pat Sweeting interviews Emergency Vet Karen Fidell from Oakland Veterinary Referral Services on the increasing number of puppies dying from the parvovirus and if the economy may be a factor.
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Cash For Clunkers - Mike Bernacchi 08/02
Week One of the Cash For Clunkers program is coming to an end. The feds say we\'ve run through the first billion dollars allotted for the experiment. WWJ\'s Mike Campbell taked with University of Detroit Mercy Marketing Professor
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Detroit Public Schools 7/31
DPS Emergency Financial Manager Robert Bobb discusses the continuing plight of the Detroit School System on WWJ.
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Sander Levin 7/31
The Michigan Congressman tries to clear the air on the Cash for Clunkers program.
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Weekend Traffic 7/31
WWJ's John Bailey steers you around the expected closings and delays this weekend.
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Hoffa Disappearance Still A Mystery 07/30
It happened more than 30 years ago, and it still remains a mystery. Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson was County Prosecutor at the time, and he joined WWJ's Greg Bowman to talk about Hoffa's disappearance.
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Cobo Center - Kwame Kenyatta 07/28
Detroit City Council's discussion about Cobo Hall became a bit heated at times Tuesday. For example, Detroit City Councilman Kwame Kenyatta's frustration over the repeated delays in this issue became apparent when he began speaking about the continued pro
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Missing Boaters 7/28
Authorities say a missing boater has been recovered from Lake St. Clair off of 12 mile road in St. Clair Shores as rescuers continue to search for a second man. WWJ Newsradio 950 spoke live with Macomb County Sheriff Mark Hackel.
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River Rouge Manhunt 07/28
First a fire investigation, then a murder probe, and now, a manhunt is underway in River Rouge. WWJ's Ron Dewey has the story.
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Governor Granholm 07/28
Governor Granholm has signed a partnership with other states to fund a high speed rail system. She talked about that with Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina.
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House Cleaning 07/27
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Linda Shanks a woman who operates a cleaning business in the neighborhood where over 200 chihuahuas were discovered in the home occupied by Kenneth Lang Jr.
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Salute to Ernest Hemingway - Greg Loselle 07/26
A local high school teacher has won the literary centerpiece of Key West's annual salute to Ernest Hemingway. Greg Loselle teaches English and Art History at Grosse Ile High School. His short story was tops among 1,057 submissions from both American andin
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Habitat for Humanity 7/25
A local women's group is busy today helping HfH in Pontiac. Listen to this live WWJ interview for an example of true community service.
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Kenneth Lang Jr. 7/25
James Schmier,, who is the family attorney, is interviewed live on WWJ about the case of Kenneth Lang Jr. the person in whose home hundreds of dogs were found.
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Bayview Mackinac Race - George Zimmermann 07/25
the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race will use GPS technology to track more than 250 sailboats from Port Huron to Mackinac Island. WWJ's Pat Vitale talked withTravel Michigan Vice President George Zimmermann who is currently onboard the Eagle One Yacht.
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CBS Special-Gates Affair 7/24
Cbs News Correspondant Sam Litzinger with the latest on the situation involving the arrest of Harvard Professor Henry Lewis Gates Jr.
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Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon 07/24
A 3-member panel has appointed a new Wayne County Sheriff, former Detroit Police Chief Benny Napoleon, and he talked with WWJ's Jayne Bower LIVE shortly after he was appointed.
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Dogs Rescued From Dearborn Home 07/24
Crews are still at work removing over 100 chihuahas from a Dearborn home. Wayne State University-Detroit Medical Center psychiatrist Dr. Gerald Sheiner talked LIVE with WWJ this morning to explain why someone would live this way.
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The Last Edition 07/23
After 174 years, the last edition of The Ann Arbor News has rolled off the presses, Ben Burns, director of Wayne State University's Journalism Program, joined WWJ's Marie Osborne with his take.
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Alan Mulally
WWJ AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert talks one on one with Ford CEO Alan Mulally about his company's surprising 2.3 billion dollar profit.
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Dr. Richard E. Smith 07/23
What do local doctors think about the president's plan? President of the Michigan State Medical Society, Henry Ford Hospital obstetrician Dr. Richard E. Smith joined WWJ this morning to talk about it.
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Keith Johnson 07/22
Keith Johnson, the head of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, spoke with WWJ this morning about the latest shakeup in the district.
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Robert Bobb 07/22
About 2,600 Detroit Public Schools teachers and staff have been told they must reapply for their jobs by Friday, or face losing their current positions. Detroit Public Schools Emergency Manager Robert Bobb talked LIVE with WWJ this morning.
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Rick Snyder Interview 07/21
Marie Osborne speaks with Ann Arbor businessman Rick Snyder, who has announced his candidacy for Governor as a Republican.
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Rick Snyder To Run For Governor 07/21
The Republican race for governor is about to grow by one, as Ann Arbor businessman Rick Snyder is set to make a formal announcement today at events throughout the state. So who is he? Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick tells us.
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Macomb-OU INCubator 7/20
WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks with Paul Skalny, director of the National Automotive Center at TARDEC, about a business incubator.
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Stock Gains 07/20
Stocks are following world markets higher and extending big gains from last week, James Wiggins, associate professor of finance at Michigan State University talks with WWJ's Jayne Bower.
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Walter Cronkite - Mort Crim 07/18
Television news icon Walter Cronkite has died. The 92-year old died yesterday at his Manhattan home. WWJ's Paul Snider talked with former WDIV News Anchorman Mort Crim about Walter.
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Bill Bonds on Detroit's Classic TV 7/18
It's a chance to meet the legends of local TV this weekend...when they pay a visit to an exhibit at the Detroit Historical Museum on Detroit's Classic TV. WWJ's Pat Vitale spoke live with one local legend, Bill Bonds.
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Classic Detroit TV - Marilyn Turner 07/17
The Detroit Historical Museum is showing off its Classic Detroit TV exhibit this weekend...and bringing in some of the folks who made TV something different--and great. WWJ's Marie Osborne talked with Marilyn Turner
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Interview: Troy Carter 7/17
It's an amazing story of triumph over tragedy as some local businesses rally to assist a 31-year-old man who's lucky to be a live. WWJ's Vickie Thomas speaks with Troy Carter of Highland Park.
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Weekend Traffic 7/17
WWJ's John Bailey fills WWJ listeners in on all the closures and delays they might encounter on Detroit roads this weekend.
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Tanker Explosion 7/15
Listen as WWJ's Bill Stevens anchors continuing coverage of the tanker explosion on 1-75
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Job Tips 7/15
Fox 2 and WWJ's Murray Feldman has tips from "the Job Shop" for the unemployed.
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Sonia Sotomayor - Jerry Bodlander 07/15
Round two today for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor as she undergoes further questioning from the Senate Judiciary Committee. WWJ's Greg Bowman and Roberta Jasina talked with (Associated Press) reporter Jerry Bodlander.
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Obama In Michigan 7/14
President Barrack Obama speaks at Macomb Community College in Warren Michigan. Mainly about funding for Community Colleges.
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Healthcare Roundtable 07/13
Stories of average citizens are being heard today at a Congressional round table discussion on healthcare reform at Botsford Hospital. WWJ's Pat Sweeting was there and she talked with one of those citizens.
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Warren Mayor Jim Fouts-Part 2 07/13
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Warren Mayor Jim Fouts on what he'd like President Obama to do to help the automotive industry, and why Warren could benefit from a "Green Zone."
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Warren Mayor Jim Fouts-Part 1 07/13
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Warren Mayor Jim Fouts about his disappointment in the direction of Presdient Obama's agenda, and why he beleives it is being undermined by Washington bureaucrats and Wall Street, and what it means to Warren.
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President Obama To Visit Michigan 07/12
President Obama returns to Michigan Tuesday for the first time since taking office. The president will deliver a speech at Macomb Community College in Warren. Mark Brewer, Chairman of the state Democratic party, joined WWJ's Ron Dewey for a preview.
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GM 7/10
Wayne Williamson from the GM Retirees Association in Bay City is interviewed on WWJ on how the new GM will affect retirees.
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John McElroy 07/09
General Motors appears headed toward a quick escape from bankruptcy protection. WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy talks with Greg Bowman about the possibility.
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George Fulton 07/09
University of Michigan economist George Fulton explains his optimism in Oakland County's economic prospects.
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L Brooks Patterson 07/09
Oakland County Executive L Brooks Patterson makes an impassioned plea for people to "hang in there" during the curent economic malaise.
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President Obama Survey 07/09
The Detroit Regional Chamber has sent out a survey concerning President Obama this week to its members. Sarah Hubbard, the Chamber's Vice President of Government Relations talks with WWJ's Greg Bowman about some of the questions.
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Making Movies in Michigan Expo 07/08
How do you get into the movie business? That's one of the topics at WWJ's Making Movies in Michigan Expo this Sunday At the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi. One of those taking part in the expo is Calvin Perry, Founder of Parallax Production Studios i
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Gold Cup Hydroplane Races 07/08
Detroit hosts the annual Gold Cup hydroplane races on the Detroit River this weekend. President Mark Snethkamp of the Chrysler Jeep Superstore Association sponsors the event, and he joined WWJ's Greg Bowman to talk about it.
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Arts, Beats & Eats - Jon Witz 07/07
Something different this year for one of the Detroit area's crowning events of the summer. You'll have to pay a two dollar admission fee this year to attend the annual Arts, Beats & Eats Festival in Pontiac. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with one of the organi
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Michael Jackson - Tony Spearman 07/07
Michael Jackson fans will be at the Charles H. Wright Museum to celebrate the life of the "King of Pop." Museum spokesman Tony Spearman Leach talks about the broadcast of Michael Jackson's Memorial Ceremony.
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Mayor Dave Bing - Warren Evans 07/06
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing named Wayne County Sheriff Warren Evans as Detroit's new police chief. The announcement follows the dismissal Friday of the former chief, 57-year-old James Barren.
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Basketball Camp - Sylvia Crawford 07/05
Today ... NBA Scout Rodney Heard will be welcoming campers to his annual basketball camp being held at the Beechwoods Recreation Center in Southfield. WWJ's Jeff DeFran talked with the president and CEO of Sports Moms, Incorporated, Sylvia Crawford.
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Steve McNair - Tony Ortiz 07/05
Former NFL MVP Steve McNair has been found dead. He retired from the league in 2008 and had been active in youth charities and recently opened a restaurant in Nashville. WWJ's Bill Rapada talked with WWJ's sports anchor Tony Ortiz about the story.
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Missing Fishermen - David Beck 07/03
The U.S. Coast Guard says four fishermen missing since yesterday have been found on Lake Erie. WWJ's Paul Snider talked with Coast Guard Commander David Beck
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GM Bankruptcy 7/3
Wall Street Journal Reporter John Stoll is interviewed on the adjournment of the GM hearings by U.S. Judge Robert Gerber without indicating when he will rule on GM's plan to sell its good assets to a new company.
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Prosecutor Kym Worthy Live On WWJ 7/1
An 18-year-old suspected in a shooting at a bus stop near a Detroit school that wounded seven teenagers has turned himself in to police. Wayne County Prosecuto joined WWJ live to discuss the case.
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Recycling - Alfred Jordan 07/01
WWJ's Ron Dewey speaks with Alfred Jordan, Detroit's Director of Public Works about a new pilot curbside recycling program being rolled out to select neighborhoods and 30,000 residents throughout Detroit.
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Travel Michigan - George Zimmerman 07/01
The Pure Michigan tourism campaign is getting rave reviews across the country. Forbes has named it one of the ten all-time best travel campaigns. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Travel Michigan Vice President George Zimmerman.
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Robert Bobb 07/01
Robert Bobb, DPS Emergency Financial Manager, gives WWJ an update on the students that were shot in Detroit yesterday, among other issues involving Detroit public schools.
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Census Report - Kurt Metzger 06/30
Reversing a decade-long trend, many of America's largest cities are now growing more quickly than the rest of the nation, yet another sign of an economic crisis that is making it harder for people to move.
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Students Shot - Rod Liggons 06/30
Detroit police say seven students were shot shortly after classes at Cody High School let out for the day. WWJ's Bill Stevens and Jane Bower talked with Rod Liggons of the Detroit Police Dept.
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Pontiac Schools - Rep Tim Melton 06/30
Reforming failing schools. There is legislation pending in Lansing that proposes to do just that. One of the sponsors of the bill, Rep Tim Melton. a Democrat from Pontiac talked with WWJ's Jane Bower
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Robert Bobb--Part 3 06/30
The Detroit Public School District could be headed for bankruptcy. Robert Bobb, the district's Emergency Financial Manager said that he was unable to cut most of the deficit and is considering filing bankruptcy.
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Robert Bobb--Part 2 06/30
The Detroit Public School District could be headed for bankruptcy. Robert Bobb, the district's Emergency Financial Manager, told a public meeting that bankruptcy should be a last resort.
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Robert Bobb--Part 1 06/30
The Detroit Public School District could be headed for bankruptcy. Robert Bobb, the district's Emergency Financial Manager, told a public meeting it is the worst he has ever seen.
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I-75 Reopens 6/29
WWJ's Ron Dewey has a report from this morning's ribbon-cutting ceremony and it's impact on the people who live and work in Southwest Detroit.
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Dave Ross 6/29
Dave addresses the Madoff story in his own inimitable style.
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Governor Jennifer Granholm 06/29
Chrysler plants are re-opening today....G-E announces 12-hundred new jobs in Oakland County...and a deal on Cobo could be near. Good news this morning for the state. WWJ's Joe Donovan and Pat Vitale talked with Governor Jennifer Granholm in detail.
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Goodwill Industries - Russ Russell 06/28
Goodwill Industries is kicking off a new campaign today called "Pay It 4ward for Goodwill." It's a chance for Metro Detroiters to take just a little bit of their own good fortune and help their friends and neighbors get jobs. WWJ's ron Dewey talked with
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The Purple Gang - H.G. Manos 06/27
The Detroit Windsor International Film Festival is going on this weekend. An award winning documentary featured at this festival has ties to the Motor City."The Purple Gang" chronicles the rise and fall of the Purple Gang during Detroit's prohibition days
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Buick Open - Larry Peck 06/27
Plans are in full swing for the Buick Open Golf Tournament in Grand Blanc late next month. Our resident golf nut, Jeff Lesson talked with Larry Peck who is the Buick Marketing Director to bring us up to speed on the tournament.
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Monica Conyers - Michael Komorn 06/27
So will the guilty plea help Monica Conyers when she is sentenced by Federal Judge Avern Cohn? WWJ's Mike Campbell talked with Southfield attorney Michael Komorn.
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Elderly LGBT Adults 6/26
Dr. Marcena Gabrielson Of Ill. State University is interviewed by WWJ's Pat Sweeting on her study of challenges facing LGBT adults considering a senior care faciltiy.
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Pay it 4ward 6/26
Goodwill Industries is kicking off a new campaign on Sunday and to explain what it's all about is Russ Russell of Goodwill.
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Heart Health- 6/26
WWJ's Pat Sweeting interviews New York Cardiologist Icilma Fergus of the Association of Black Cardiologists on the subject of high blood pressure among African American Men and Women.
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GM Announcement 6/26
Listen as Troy Clarke, Gm President North America, disseminates info on plans to build new small cars in the GM Orion assembly plant
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GM Announcement 6/26
A live WWJ interview with US Congressman Gary Peters on his reaction to the news that GM will build their new small cars in the Orion Assembly plant.
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Michael Jackson Autopsy 06/26
An autopsy will be performed to determined what killed pop icon Michael Jackson. Macomb County Medical Examiner, Dr. Daniel Spitz joined Joe and Roberta this morning to talk about it.
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General Motors - Orion Township 06/25
GM has said it would announce by the end of June where it plans to build a subcompact that was originally planned to be produced in China. GM assembly plants in Orion Township
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Michael Steele 06/25
The Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Michael Steele is in Detroit today for a Town Hall-style "listening" session. Newsradio 950 caught up with him and asked him about a number of current events.
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Leyland on Maggs' Hair 6/25
Detroit Tiger's Manager Jim Leyland praises Magglio Ordonez's lovely locks during a post-game interview. (Maggs cut his signature curly hair just recently).
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Jim Roth, 72-Year-Old Pole Vaulter
Jim Roth of Hartland Michigan is competing in the Livonia Spree Pole Vault Competition Saturday at Ford Field (Farmington Rd. at Lyndon) starting at 10 a.m. He talked with WWJ's Roberta Jasina about his love for staying fit.
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Extreme Summer Heat - Dr. Glenn DeLong 06/24
Temperatures are over 80 degrees now and headed for the low 90's prompting a Heat Advisory. WWJ's Jane Bower talked with Dr. Glenn DeLong who works in the emergency room at Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center
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FastTrac To The Future 06/24
WWJ's Joe Donovan talks with Author/Entrepreneur Chris Gardner, keynote speaker at FastTrac to the Future, taking place at Wayne State University today.
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Steve Yzerman - Hockey Hall of Fame 06/23
The selection committee announced on a conference call today it had elected the maximum four players this year. All were eligible for the first time.
Steve Yzerman was on that ballot. WWJ's Stephanie Davis talked with the new Hall of famer.
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Ed McMahon 2007 Interview
In 2007, CBS News Correspondent Peter King interviewed Ed McMahon. Here, they talk about McMahon's relationship with Johnny Carson during 4 years of the game show, "Who Do You trust" and 30 years of "The Tonight Show."
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