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    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

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday July 25, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 4:01


    Lake Michigan is America's deadliest lake — yet lifeguards are nowhere to be found Cursive comeback? Bill would return cursive instruction to Michigan public schools Sporty 2026 Subaru Uncharted EV promises up to 300 miles range, 0-60 mph under 5 seconds

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday July 24, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 5:05


    Former Ford dealer, 102, tours automaker's rare collection in Dearborn 13 Metro Detroit taquerias to take center stage at annual Taco Showdown The Pistons Pulse: Lessons and impressions from Detroit Pistons 2025 NBA Summer League performance 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 Wednesday July 23, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 3:16


    Detroit Bishop Charles Ellis III admits 'inappropriate relationship,' denies new claims A Michelin-starred restaurateur and a taco aficionado walk into an old Grosse Pointe Boston Market Severe summer heat can kill. Follow these tips to protect your kids, pets from hot cars

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday July 22, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 3:32


    Want to buy an electric car or truck? What to know before tax credits expire Sept. 30 Detroit EMTs reunite with twin girls delivered during emergency home birth Newport man's catch of 64-lb. flathead catfish sets Michigan record

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday July 21, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 3:57


    Defense Department acknowledges mistake in identification of World War II soldier Swimmers memorialize the Edmund Fitzgerald by swimming 411 miles Apple Store to close at The Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday July 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 3:09


    There’s a secret garden on roof of Detroit City Hall — and it’s off-limits to most EGLE: Oakland County violating environmental laws with sewage overflows Massive financial losses force season opener cancellation at Detroit Opera

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday July 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 3:10


    Michigan dispute with Trump administration over funding hits sheriff's marine patrols Blues legend Buddy Guy, fresh off his 'Sinners' cameo, to play Meadow Brook Amphitheatre Baby chimpanzee born at Detroit Zoo

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday July 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 3:14


    Decades of Michigan lake data, hidden in filing cabinets, digitized with volunteer help Marijuana photos pop up in Taylor Police Department's Google listing in prank

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday July 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 4:34


    Feds deporting woman who told a Michigan police department she was the victim of assault Ford's latest sale may be just the start in a summer of car-buying deals, experts say Beloved Velvet Peanut Butter to move production to Detroit with plans to sell nationwide

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Friday July 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 3:22


    Ford CEO Jim Farley doubles down on dealerships: 'That's the secret sauce' Why pesticides won't protect Michigan cherries from invasive fly Detroit distillery expands — thanks to paczki, high school pals and a bachelor party

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday July 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 3:12


    Feds: Ugly Christmas Sweater owner paid $1 million to settle COVID-19 fraud case Owner of extravagant Detroit home that went viral accused of setting it on fire Visiting Pictured Rocks? You'll need a pass. Here's how to get one

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday July 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 3:40


    GM repurposes robotaxi fleet to test tech it plans for your car9 Michigan drive-ins are keeping a nostalgic tradition alive: See the locations Days of Roar: Talking Detroit Tigers with Bobby Scales and Scott Bentley, including All-Stars, AL Central, trade targets 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 Tuesday July 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 3:55


    EGLE finds significant deficiencies, 'immediate health risk' in Wyandotte water system Apparel brand Eastside Golf to open its first U.S. store at Detroit Metro Airport Bar Louie at Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township closes: What we know

    Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday July 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 4:32


    Detroit sues blockchain real estate firm that owns rentals with hundreds of violations These meteor showers, full moon will light up Michigan skies in July. When to look up The Pistons Pulse: What to know about Detroit Pistons recent player acquisitions and cap update with Keith SmithSubscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTubeWatch the podcast recorded live here

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