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Joza brings love, heartbreak, and tropical vibes to the Streetlight Sessions stage.
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Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum says a lawsuit Republicans filed against Lansing election officials could be a warning shot for renewed election denialism ahead of November’s midterms.
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WKAR News brings experience, depth and local impact to Election 2026— taking you beyond the headlines and preparing Mid-Michigan voters for the polls.
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WKAR Notes
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Featuring music from hip-hop emcee Joza, eclectic pop artist Hustleberryfin, song writer David Barrett and more.
WKAR America 250 explores how Michigan’s people, stories, and institutions have shaped the American experience over the last 250 years. Through journalism, public affairs, arts, education, and community storytelling, WKAR invites our community to reflect, participate and imagine the future of our state and this nation.
Discover videos and stories celebrating Hispanic and Latino voices, experiences and contributions.
WKAR Originals | WATCH NOW
Joza brings love, heartbreak, and tropical vibes to the Streetlight Sessions stage.
Guest: Darrin Camilleri. Topic: Debates.
Barrett and Lawrence debate the issues in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
Chasing pike, Perch fishing and a great Walleye recipe.
Guest: Rep. Tyrone Carter. Topic: New election polling data.
Correspondent Edition. Topic: President and Candidate Opinions.
An MMA fighter honoring his late brother and the origin of "One Shining Moment."
Lynn takes pottery for a spin with pottery teacher Dan Nuñez!
Kids share how everyday responsibilities build trust, confidence, and independence.
How classroom technology, screen time and AI are changing the way Michigan students learn.
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Michigan Minute
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Born today in 1940 in Detroit, Dave DeBusschere was a dual-sport athlete who played both Major League Baseball for the Chicago White Sox and basketball for the Detroit Pistons in 1962. He chose basketball, becoming a coach-player and later joining the New York Knicks, where he played a key role in the NBA-ABA merger in the 1970s. After his passing in 2003, the University of Detroit Mercy honored him with a scholarship for student athletes exemplifying leadership.
Inside the Arts
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The exhibition at Michigan State University includes dozens of examples of boxes created with birch bark, sweetgrass and porcupine quills created by Anishinaabe artists.
MI Michigan Story features true stories from Michigan, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by Robert Prince.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
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