Federal officials say the Asian carp may have breached an electronic barrier designed to prevent it from invading the Great Lakes and jeopardizing a $7 billion sport fishery.
After a year of job losses they called "nothing short of mind-boggling," University of Michigan economists are calling for more modest job losses in 2010 and actual job gains in the state by the second half of 2011.
Asian carp may have breached electronic barrier Friday, November 20, 2009 TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) Asian carp may have breached an electronic barrier designed to prevent the giant invaders from
Detroit submits late financial audit to state Friday, November 20, 2009 DETROIT (AP) About $55 million in state revenue sharing funding is expected to be released to Detroit following the
Grand jury indicts former housing commission exec Friday, November 20, 2009 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) The former executive director of the Benton Harbor Housing Commission has been indicted on embezzlement
Calif. launches probe into scam targeting churches Friday, November 20, 2009 LOS ANGELES (AP) California is investigating several companies suspected of bilking churches nationwide of hundreds of thousands of dollars
Michigan-based drug maker Perrigo Co. at a glance Friday, November 20, 2009 NAME: Perrigo Co. YEAR FOUNDED: 1887 CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS: Allegan, Mich. COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Nation's largest manufacturer of store-branded over-the-counter medications,
Habitat, Wal-Mart put Michigan families in homes Friday, November 20, 2009 ROSEVILLE, Mich. (AP) Habitat for Humanity is putting homes in the hands of two Detroit-area families, with help from
Flu season, ailing economy aiding Mich. drug maker Friday, November 20, 2009 ALLEGAN, Mich. (AP) Record profits. Job openings. Shareholders making money. It's not what you might think in Michigan, home
Militia movement resurfaces across nation Friday, November 20, 2009 NIKISKI, Alaska (AP) Norm Olson's genial tone belies his reputation as a radical militiaman, yet here he is, at
Man gets 35-90 years in Mich. woman's strangling Friday, November 20, 2009 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) A western Michigan man convicted of second-degree murder and other charges in the strangulation of
WWJ’s Business Breakfast at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint on December 4th, “The Mayors," will deliver the stories and issues straight from the front lines and hear the strategies of the city officials trying to keep their citizens secure in stressful times. Find out how they are coping, the innovative solutions they are trying to provide, and the “out-of-the-box” thinking they are using to help their cities remain vibrant and attractive.
WWJ Newsradio 950 is a proud sponsor of the 37th annual Noel Night, taking place on Saturday, December 5th from 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. in Midtown Detroit's Cultural Center Area. Over 40 institutions, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Science Center, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Detroit Public Library, amongst many others, open their doors to the public free of charge during this Cultural Center-wide holiday "open house."
Arab Detroit hosts the seventh annual educational workshop on “Images and Perceptions of Arab Americans: Arab America: Bridging the Gap” on Thursday, December 3.
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Economic Forecast for Michigan 11/20
WWJ’s Matt Roush talks with University of Michigan economist Don Grimes about the 2010 economic forecast for Michigan.
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
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.
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.
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.
Fritz Henderson News Conference 11/16
Listen to General Motors CEO Fritz Henderson as he discusses the latest earnings report and answers questions about the company's future.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
New Paper In Town 11/13
WWJ's Beth Fisher speaks with Mark Stern, publisher of the Detroit Daily News.
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.
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.
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.
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
President Obama - Veterans Day 11/11
President Obama traveled to Arlington National Cemetery for his first Veterans Day observance as commander-in-chief.
World Series Of Poker Champ 11/10
WWJ's Marie Osborne talks with 21 year old Joe Cada from Shelby Township just hours after he won the World Series of Poker.
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WWJ’s Business Breakfast at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint on December 4th, “The Mayors," will deliver the stories and issues straight from the front lines and hear the strategies of the city officials trying to keep their citizens secure in stressful times. Find out how they are coping, the innovative solutions they are trying to provide, and the “out-of-the-box” thinking they are using to help their cities remain vibrant and attractive.
WWJ Newsradio 950 is a proud sponsor of the 37th annual Noel Night, taking place on Saturday, December 5th from 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. in Midtown Detroit's Cultural Center Area. Over 40 institutions, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Science Center, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Detroit Public Library, amongst many others, open their doors to the public free of charge during this Cultural Center-wide holiday "open house."
