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County Close-up: Macomb Jul 07, 2023

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In this edition of our County Close-up series, we zoom in on Michigan's third most populous county: Macomb. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel sits down with Cheyna Roth to talk about the importance of marketing, Macomb Community Action Coalition's focus on food insecurity, and the County's investment in mental health in County jails.

Mid-year Review and State Budget Breakdown Jun 30, 2023

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At the halfway point of the year and right before lawmakers' summer break we take a look at the state budget, the haul of legislation that's recently been approved and we give you updates on some legislation that made headlines this year so far. Beth LeBlanc, Detroit News Capitol reporter, sits down with Cheyna Roth to help us make sense of it all.

US Ecology Violates Federal Regulations for Years Jun 23, 2023

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US Ecology, a hazardous waste facility has been violating federal regulations since 2018. Environmental Journalist Jena Brooker from Bridge Detroit describes the health threat this may cause in the community and nearby residents with MichMash host, Cheyna Roth.

Gun Ban on Michigan Capitol Starting Labor Day Jun 16, 2023

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The Michigan Capitol Commission will begin enforcing a firearm ban inside and on the grounds of the state capitol starting on Labor Day. Lansing State Journal reporter Sheldon Krause sits down with Cheyna Roth to discuss who that will apply to and how it will be implemented.

Recapping the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference Jun 09, 2023

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Mackinac Policy Conference 2023 has come and gone but what were the major topics discussed and where do we go from here. Our very own host of All Things Considered at WDET Russ McNamara sits down with Cheyna Roth to talk about his takeaways from this year's conference.

Michigan's Population Problem Takes Center Stage at the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference Jun 02, 2023

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The 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference brought together influential leaders including Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Liz Cheney. Automotive News coordinating producer Jake Neher talked with Cheyna Roth live from the conference to talk about Michigan's declining population, electric vehicles, and the vibe on the island this year.

Michigan Dems Strengthening Unions' Political Fundraising May 26, 2023

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Michigan Democrats are approving legislation that would accommodate union members to make political donations. Yue Stella Yu from Bridge Michigan sits down with Cheyna Roth to tell us who this new law favors the most.

State Rep. James DeSana Calls Out Systemic Corruption In His Own Party May 19, 2023

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There appears to be infighting in the Michigan Republican party as State Representative James DeSana calls out Michigan Republicans for knowing about wrongdoings in their party and doing nothing about it. Craig Mauger from The Detroit News sits down with Cheyna Roth to discuss the reaction in the Michigan legislature, and he gives updates on some potential precedent making laws.

Catch 22 for Residents of Detroit Housing Commission Properties May 12, 2023

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The Detroit Housing Commision property portfolio shows countless failed inspections and tenants living in poor conditions. Aaron Mondry and Rukiya Colvin from Outlier Media sit down with Cheyna Roth to describe those conditions, what the city and the DHC plan to do about it, and the 80,000 people waiting on low-income and affordable homes.

County Close-up: Wayne May 05, 2023

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For our second edition of County Closeup, we zoom in on Michigan's most populous county, Wayne County. Wayne County Executive Warren Evans joins Cheyna Roth to discuss the state of the county, the things that still need to be addressed, and the county's future. Plus, Executive Evans explains what the County is doing about toxic waste disposal and oversight following the East Palestine, OH train derailment and controlled release.