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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Mayor Dave Bing Addresses Violence 07/02
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing talks with WWJ's Vickie Thomas and other reporters about this week's violent bus stop shooting in the city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
More on important local stories coming into the WWJ Newsroom.
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Recent WWJ Audio
Education Minute 7/6
WWJ's Pat Vitale says that a school fund raiser can do a lot more for students than just provide valuable monetary resources.
Feldman Report 7/6
WWJ and Fox 2 Biz Editor Murray Feldman has tips for foiling those crooks who may invade your home when you're away on vacation.
Caring for Aging Parents 07/06
WWJ's Pat Sweeting says it is best to be prepared when anticipating the care of aging parents.
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.
PODCAST - WORLD NEWS ROUNDUP: 07/06/09
President Obama on a fence mending visit to Moscow. G-M gets the green light from a bankruptcy judge. Michael Jackson lottery winners get the good news. CBS News Correspondent Nick Young has today's World News Roundup.
Automotive Insights B 07/06
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy offers his unique perspective on the auto industry
Automotive Insights A 07/06
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy offers his unique perspective on the auto industry
July 6, 2009
Worldwide Automotive Report
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Today's Worldwide Automotive Report looks at possible plant closings at Chrysler and GM's feelings about being number 2 worldwide. We also talk with the top marketer at Lincoln Mercury about a unique new web venture.
November 17, 2006
Today's Worldwide Automotive Report looks at Carlos Ghosn's appearance before the Detroit Economic Club. We also check the days auto headlines.
November 16, 2006
In today's Worldwide Automotive Report, we look at delays for Ford's new crossover and the coming unveiling of Buick's new crossover. We also check the rest of the days automotive headlines.
November 15, 2006
Today's Worldwide Automotive Report takes an in depth look at the White House Automotive Summit.
November 14, 2006
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