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    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Oct. 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 4:12


    Crooks claim ATM or debit card is compromised then engage in elaborate scheme to steal it 'It's a bummer': Why metro Detroit's fall colors are so disappointing this year Can you shoot down a drone hovering over your property in Michigan? What the law says.

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Oct. 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 3:47


    Mormons raising money for the family of Michigan LDS church shooter shocks his sister Michigan DNR calls report of alligator sighting on Detroit's Belle Isle 'credible' Metro Detroit reptile home takes in alligator found on Belle Isle

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Oct. 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 3:42


    Michigan lawmakers act to avert state shutdown less than 2 hours into the fiscal year Grand Blanc Twp. church attack brings push for protective barriers at vulnerable buildings MDOT wants drivers to pull up to line at I-96 ramp meters in Oakland County. Here's why

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Oct. 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 2:26


    GM to reopen Warren tech building after clearing Legionella A Christmas tree that never came down has some curious about future of Fairlane mall Future Dolly Parton concerts delayed as singer faces health issues

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Sept. 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 3:30


    Grand Blanc Township church shooting updates: What we know about victims, suspect, motive Grand Blanc Twp. church shooting victims ranged in age from 6 to 78 Person detained after allegedly trying to plow into barricade near Grand Blanc Twp. church Grand Blanc Twp. church shooting: Aftermath, scene as community mourns

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Sept. 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 5:47


    At least 5 dead, 8 injured after shooting at Grand Blanc Township church, police say Detroit shuts down Hotel Yorba immortalized by White Stripes song Plymouth Township OKs plans for Graye's Greenhouse to expand into larger community space

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Sept. 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 4:27


    Trump's proposed Great Lakes science cuts would hurt locally, group says The end of most paper checks for Social Security, federal income tax refunds hits soon The story of Zach Bryan at Michigan Stadium: A vision, a phone call and a historic night

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Sept. 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 5:15


    New wave icon Lene Lovich reflects on Detroit roots ahead of Pine Knob with Devo, B-52s Eater's 'most essential and influential' restaurants includes one Michigan eatery Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini joins GOP race for Michigan Secretary of State

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Sept. 24, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 4:23


    Car buyers clamor for EVs as the clock ticks down to get the federal tax credit Suspended trooper sues Michigan State Police, alleging sexual harassment, retaliation New IRS form lets taxpayers claim 2025 deductions on tips, overtime pay, car loan interest

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Sept. 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 2:24


    Capuchin Services Center temporarily closed after rain damage Huron Valley Schools didn't stop substitute who sexually abused students, lawsuit says Mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield takes concert tickets, could face ethics investigation

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Sept. 22, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 4:24


    What Ford plans to do with the Glass House site and its other property holdings Study: Nonstick 'forever chemicals' PFAS show up in beer, some brewed in Michigan Best of 2026 vehicles list kicks off NACTOY automotive awards season

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Sept. 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 4:53


    Stopped for a curfew violation, shot by police: When nonviolent stops spiral in Detroit 16 Detroit police shootings started with nonviolent stops, escalated with foot chases Ford HQ move could mean some winners, losers in battle to attract lunch crowd Funky Ferndale Art Fair returns for 21st year, celebrating unique art and artists Days of Roar: Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Guardians set for pivotal AL Central clash with Tarik Skubal healthy Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Sept. 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 3:05


    Low wages for Michigan's childcare workers University of Detroit Mercy to offer fully online law degree Suicide prevention in spotlight this month. How to help, find resources in Michigan

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Sept. 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 2:33


    Gas prices in Michigan fall below $3 a gallon in some places Dearborn mayor tells resident he's not welcome in city after opposing sign for Arab leader The Athletic says this East Lansing 'college bar' is among best in nation. See the list

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Sept. 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 4:12


    Corewell is latest state health system to halt gender-affirming care for trans minors Ship that hunted submarines in World War II departs Muskegon museum Free speech organization ranks Michigan universities. See which school was best in state

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Sept. 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 3:05


    Nice Lions jersey, are you sure it's real? Why fans should be cautious when buying gear Millions of birds are taking flight over Michigan. How to track the fall migration A Michigan credit union offers a 4.99% mortgage to turn heads but what will Fed do next?

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Sept. 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 4:18


    U.P. hospital rejects $1.2M state of Michigan grant and still plans to close birthing unit Do you need to repay pandemic jobless benefits in Michigan? How to check Just 1 Michigan restaurant made New York Times list of America’s best: Where it is

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Sept. 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 3:36


    Ribbon-cutting slated for Belle Isle section of 2,000-mile Iron Belle Trail to western U.P. Menu Highlight: At this new downtown Detroit bar, the ice cream is as strong as the drinks Detroit Lions limited edition flags available starting Wednesday: Here’s how to get one

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Sept. 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 4:37


    Judge dismisses case against 'fake electors' in Michigan Rash of killings tied to domestic violence prompts calls for stronger protections Detroit's Ladder 4 Wine bar recognized for its 'culinary vision'

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Sept. 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 3:29


    Michigan budget: Republicans question 'work projects' that have ballooned by billions Veterans groups in Michigan prepare for POW/MIA Recognition DayMore than 2 dozen waterspouts reported on Great Lakes. Where they were sighted

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Sept. 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 3:52


    Why hundreds of Michigan pharmacies have closed and who's stepping in Hidden for decades, these barn-find cars are finally seeing the light in Michigan The Pistons Pulse: 2025 season player predictions for Detroit Pistons Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTubeWatch the podcast recorded live here

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Sept. 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 3:07


    37 workers lose jobs at Holland battery plant; company goes belly-up Cash aid program now open to eligible families in Hazel Park, Royal Oak Twp.: How to apply Remembering Detroit-born jazz singer Sheila Jordan, who died last month at 96

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Sept. 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 3:12


    Ford sees EV sales skyrocket in August as buyers rush to beat tax credit deadline 2 Michigan cities are among the top retirement spots in US. Where survey says to retire Netflix's 'Unknown Number' catfish doc, set in Michigan, has stunning plot twist

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Sept. 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 3:29


    2 men were out on bond before Oakland cop's death. Their judge deemed 'unsafe to practice' EV tax credit ends soon, but it's still as complicated as ever: What to know 3rd-grade reading scores keep sliding. But not in these Michigan schools.

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Sept. 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 3:05


    Dearborn Schools superintendent Glenn Maleyko chosen to lead Michigan education department Under pressure from Trump, Michigan Medicine halts gender-affirming care for trans youths Michigan AG: U-M 'cowardly' for halting gender-affirming care for trans young people

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Sept. 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 2:02


    Sexual AI 'deep fakes' could mean prison time, fines under new Michigan law Investigative report alleges Hamtramck officials engaged in 'significant misconduct' Hamtramck council fires city manager as officials move to fire police chief, officer

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Aug. 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 3:41


    Michigan cannabis regulator finds more vape carts that contain potentially unsafe MCT oil Detroit-Windsor area welcomes alt-rock station 89X back to airwaves after 5-year absence Feast on sandwiches from prominent restaurant sandwich makers at Eastern Market event

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Aug. 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 3:53


    10 must-see acts to catch this weekend at the 2025 Detroit Jazz Festival 2025 Detroit Jazz Fest returns with updated safety protocols, bag checks, free livestream Selling your Detroit Lions or Pistons tickets for big money? When you can expect a 1099-K Ford to discontinue two popular SUV models, but discounts likely through 2026 Ford Escape, Lincoln Corsair discontinuation could mean big discounts for buyers

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Aug. 27, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 2:19


    Is it legal to drive barefoot in Michigan? Frontier Airlines takes aim at Spirit Airlines, offers new routes and $49 fares

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Aug. 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 3:40


    Lost in Lake Huron for more than 100 years, the Carruthers is finally found Michigan friends and family surprise dying man with one last dream cruise Slows Bar BQ announces a third metro Detroit location will open in Ann Arbor this fall

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Aug. 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 2:26


    MOCAD to close doors through early 2026 for critical renovations Lifelong friends from Milford to fulfill goal of visiting all 63 U.S. national parks

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Aug. 22, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 4:01


    Michigan health leaders confirm Kent County resident as state's 1st 2025 West Nile death Michigan DNR proposes new season to catch Great Lakes region's largest fish, lake sturgeon Small-town Michigan library holds funeral for tortoise lost in fire

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Aug. 21, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 3:09


    Mike Duggan endorses Mary Sheffield for 2025 Detroit mayoral election Ford Bronco fan, 60, keeps customizing her 'Fiona' New Skechers shoe has hidden AirTag pocket: Do Michigan parents track kids' location?

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Aug. 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 3:47


    Trans immigrant woman in Michigan detained by Border Patrol and ICE alleges abuse Eastern massasauga rattlesnake gives birth at University of Michigan botanical gardens Michigan apple harvest dates 2025: When your favorites will be ready to pick this season

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Aug. 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 4:11


    'If you look good, you feel good': Why this Detroiter takes her salon to homeless shelters FTC sees surge in losses from 'transfer it to protect it' money scams Days of Roar: Should Detroit Tigers call up Kevin McGonigle in 2025? Twins beat writer Dan Hayes joins Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Aug. 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 2:33


    Meet Grandma Mary Catherine, the oldest known Great Lakes trout Michigan Medicine sends postcards without envelopes, exposing personal data of 1,015

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Aug. 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 3:32


    Michigan Renaissance Festival features medieval sights, fun. When and where to visit NB Greenfield Rd. to close Saturday for Dearborn's Arba’een march honoring Imam Hussain Woodward Dream Cruise celebrates 30 years this weekend: Your guide to parking, events 122 Corvettes form an American flag to kick off Woodward Dream Cruise

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Aug. 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 3:52


    Family of Jeep employee who died on the job sues Stellantis, alleging fatal oversights Supporters of a fast-growing cash aid program urge lawmakers to take it statewide

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Aug. 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 3:34


    Motor City Cannacarts and RIPZ-branded marijuana vape cartridges recalled for MCT oil It's still summer, but fall color isn't far off. When leaves will change in Michigan The Pistons Pulse: Pistons Pulse offseason special: Sankofa and Son…and Bryce Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTubeWatch the podcast recorded live here

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Aug. 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 2:20


    Demolition of Mammoth building begins on Detroit's west side amid court battles Woodward Dream Cruise celebrates 30 years this weekend: Your guide to parking, events Michigan has more than 4,000 miles of ORV trails. How to ride them for free

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Aug. 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 2:29


    Rocket, United Wholesale Mortgage swing back to profitability Like the ship it commemorates, the Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial Swim is imperiled

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Aug. 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 5:00


    Hey Jane expands to Michigan, offering telehealth medication abortions, other online care Midtown's Detroit Artists Market reopens after severe flooding forced 6-month closure The Pistons Pulse: Ranking Detroit Pistons in NBA Eastern Conference Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTubeWatch the podcast recorded live here

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Aug. 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 3:54


    Sheetz, other side gigs, pose ethics issues for Oakland County lawmakers A new program will help lower energy bills by repairing homes for free Michigan's oldest resident celebrates birthday with Idaho Big Potato Truck

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Aug. 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 3:38


    Mary Sheffield heading to the general election for Detroit mayor. But who's No. 2? Roper Romps in Michigan celebrate 'Three's Company' character: How to create the look Grey Ghost owners announce opening of fast-casual Little Ghost in Ferndale

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Aug. 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 3:11


    Detroit clerk expects nearly 18% turnout, 60K absentee ballots for August primary election GM confirms refreshed 2027 Cadillac XT5 to keep production in Spring Hill, Tennessee Officials press for Dorie Miller, a World War II hero, to be awarded the Medal of Honor

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Aug. 4, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 3:58


    Ann Arbor hotel's poorly-maintained pool caused woman's bacterial infection, lawsuit says 'No tax on overtime': When it will work for you and when you'll still pay taxes

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday Aug. 1, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 3:22


    Stellantis loses $2.6B in first half, citing tariffs and expensive turnaround plan Driver testing company sues Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, alleging unlawful shutdown

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday July 31, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 3:12


    MSP post commander demoted over Flint scandal sues Col. James Grady, alleges racial bias Charming comedy “Bert & Trixie Visit the Vet” at Purple Rose is a must-see for pet lovers 50 years later, the search for Jimmy Hoffa continues

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday July 30, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 4:10


    Ford has spent 18 months trying to fix quality problem that’s costing company billions Sweetgreen location is coming to downtown Detroit Michigan's Adventure says it will cut its season short. When the park will close in 2025

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday July 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 3:05


    Mom holding baby struck, killed in Oakland County parking lot, police say Wife-beating former Wayne County CFO gets 6 months in jail. His victim gets justice. 5 pounds of cherries infested with fly maggots, pupae intercepted at Detroit Metro Airport

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday July 28, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 3:27


    Detroit mayoral candidate, who assaulted his wife in 1993, says he learned from mistake Eastern Market's beloved Rocky Peanut Co. is closing its doors Scammers play into confusion over tariffs, immigration, drug trafficking

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