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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · Nov 18

Whatupdoe, Bluesky! We're Detroit's public radio station, covering the news, music and conversations that matter to you. Here's a growing list of our journalists on here to get you started 🦋
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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 1h

Hundreds of residents from Grand Blanc gathered at a high school football field Tuesday night for a vigil honoring those affected by last month’s shooting at a local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports:
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Grand Blanc community gathers for vigil honoring attack victims - WDET 101.9 FM

It's been more than a week since the attack on a local Mormon congregation, but the FBI has still not shared a motive or official victim list.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 2h

Voting has begun in Detroit’s mayoral election. Candidate Rev. Solomon Kinloch spoke with WDET’s @mcnamarawdet.bsky.social about his plans for affordable housing and public safety as he challenges City Council President Mary Sheffield 🎧
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Affordable housing, lowering crime key to Detroit says candidate Kinloch - WDET 101.9 FM

Reverend Solomon Kinloch wants 'a family in every house' to rebuild the city's population, ease housing crisis

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 9h

Last chance to buy tickets to Detroit Story Fest! We sold out last year, so get your tickets now: bit.ly/DETStoryFest 🎟️

Detroit Story Fest is presented by Detroit Opera and is produced and directed by Back Pocket Media with sponsorship by the Knight Foundation.

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 21h

Tonight on MI Local, Jeff Milo welcomes singer/songwriter Mara Wanna in-studio for an interview and live acoustic performance of her brand new single. Listen live at 9 PM on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + the WDET app 🎶

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 22h

Tonight on The Detroit Move, Mike Latulippe shares jukebox gems from Little Walter and The Bobbettes. Plus, music made in Michigan from Melvin Davis, The Supremes and a ’60s garage classic from Muskegon band The Aardvarks. Listen live at 8 PM on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + the WDET app 🎶

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 23h

Tune in at 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen or in the WDET app 🔊

Solomon Kinloch in WDET’s live studio with Rus McNamara

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 1d

Michigan’s housing crisis has closed more than doors. It’s kept people from starting over. A proposal to protect people with convictions from housing discrimination failed last year, but advocates say the fight isn’t over.
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The Metro: A criminal record still shuts too many doors in Michigan - WDET 101.9 FM

Advocates say giving returning citizens a true second chance starts with equitable access to housing.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 1d

Tonight on Visions, we highlight the music of bassist William Parker ahead of his appearance this week in Ann Arbor’s Visions Festival. Plus, music from Sun Ra, Cecile McLorin Salvant and more. Listen live at 8 PM on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + the WDET app 🎶

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 2d

Nabeela Najjar is the creative force behind Seamstress Bee, and she’s worked with some of fashion’s biggest brands. In Episode 8 of CONTAINER on The Metro, @itstiatime00.bsky.social digs into Nabeela’s creative roots, etherial aesthetic and impressive career 🪡

CONTAINER on The Metro: Nabeela Najjar - WDET 101.9 FM

Detroit designer Nabeela Najjar creates ethereal, hand-dyed garments inspired by dreams and nature.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 4d

WDET proudly presents Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble at Detroit’s Majestic Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 11. This tour stop will celebrate the release of their debut album, ‘Groove in the Face of Adversity,’ in Don’s hometown! Tickets and info: buff.ly/1TcJAfd 🎶

Poster for Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble at the Majestic Theatre on October 11th, 2025

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 5d

Michigan, we have a budget! This week on MichMash, @crainsdetroit.bsky.social Senior Reporter Dave Eggert joins us to break down what’s included in the 2026 fiscal year state budget, and why it took so long for the legislature to pass it.
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MichMash: Lansing passes the 2026 state budget 3 days late - WDET 101.9 FM

In this episode, we discuss the details of the state budget for the 2026 fiscal year with Crain's Detroit Senior Reporter Dave Eggert.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 5d

Detroit is overflowing with talent, from bands to comedians, from visual artists to storytellers. Experience it all this week at these eight showcases 🌟

Things to do in Detroit this week - WDET 101.9 FM

Detroit is overflowing with talent, and this week's lineup of events proves it — from bands to comedians and visual artists to storytellers.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 6d

“I’ve seen people more animated and angry about football teams,” says Johns. “His behavior, and this is 100% speculative, was indicative that he’s felt about this for a long time.”

Read more from WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social 🔗 (3/3)
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Burton, Michigan resident recounts interaction with Grand Blanc shooter - WDET 101.9 FM

Kris Johns says he spoke with 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford while canvassing houses, days before the later attacked a Mormon congregation.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 6d

He says 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford came across as warm and genuine at first but adds that his line of questioning quickly shifted to questions about the Mormon religion. By the end of the conversation, Johns says Sanford told him he thought Mormons were the Anti-Christ. (2/3)

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 6d

Kris Johns is a Burton, Michigan resident running for a seat on his local city council. He was out canvasing houses just days before an attack on a Mormon church in Grand Blanc left five people dead. Without realizing it, Johns had just interacted with the suspect. (1/3)

WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 6d

We’re just one week away from Detroit Story Fest 2025! This event brings our city's best stories to one stage for one night only. Join us for the next chapter, created by and for the people of Detroit. Details 👉 bit.ly/DETStoryFest

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 6d

Tonight on The Boulevard, Waajeed premieres a new ✨worldwide exclusive✨ from his archive, as well as deep cuts from Delano Smith and Rick Wade. You’ll also hear a live recording from his DJ set at last weekend’s Decks on Deck party. Tune in 8–10 PM on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + the WDET app 🎶

Overhead view of Waajeed DJing on the Detroit Princess Riverboat

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

Legendary ethologist and conservationist Jane Goodall has died at the age of 91. She was in Detroit just last month, and WDET’s Ryan Patrick Hooper got to speak with her about chimpanzees, the environment and morality. Take a listen ❤️
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Jane Goodall, remembered by WDET's Ryan Patrick Hooper - WDET 101.9 FM

Earlier this year, as Goodall was on her speaking tour stop in Detroit, she spoke with WDET's Ryan Patrick Hooper about chimpanzees, the environment, and morality.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

Your donation on this historic day protects one of the last places where America comes together to hear itself, understand one another and acknowledge that we belong to one always-changing story. Show you’re with us on the road ahead. Visit wdet.org/give to help keep WDET strong. (4/4)

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

With your support, NPR and WDET will continue to deliver honest, rigorous reporting, amplify voices that might otherwise go unheard, and stand firmly behind our First Amendment right to a free press. (3/4)

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

Here in Detroit, WDET is part of the same national public media network as NPR. Together, we bring you fact-based journalism and cultural storytelling that isn’t driven by shareholders or political interests. (2/4)

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

Today marks the first day in public media’s history without federal funding. It’s the beginning of a new chapter — but we’re not going anywhere. (1/4)

White text on a black background that says "We won't be silenced" with the WDET and NPR Network logos

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 7d

Early this morning, Michigan lawmakers approved a plan to fund state government for another week as they finalize a spending agreement for the new fiscal year. The extension buys more time to avoid a partial state government shutdown, when non-essential services would stop running.
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Michigan Legislature passes week-long stopgap budget - WDET 101.9 FM

Michigan lawmakers approved a one-week budget extension to keep government services running as they finalize a new spending plan and avoid a partial shutdown.

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WDET 101.9 FM @wdet.bsky.social · 9d

Taylor Childs has made a name for herself in art and fashion, winning the 2025 @kresge.org Gilda Award. In Episode 7 of CONTAINER on The Metro, she talks with @itstiatime00.bsky.social about how she weaves her family’s history into her work, preserving Detroit’s story along the way ✨
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CONTAINER on The Metro: Taylor Childs - WDET 101.9 FM

Emerging Detroit artist and designer Taylor Childs blends sustainable fashion with community values rooted in her family and neighborhood legacy.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 10d

BREAKING: Multiple people have been shot at a Mormon church in Michigan and the shooter is down, police say.

Multiple people shot at Mormon church in Michigan and shooter is down, police say

Police say multiple people have been shot at a Mormon church in Michigan and the shooter is down. Local police said in a social media post that the shooting occurred at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, about 50 miles north of Detroit.

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