April Baer

2 months ago | michiganpublic.org | April Baer

The University of Michigan Museum of Art is hosting a new exhibit by photographer Jarod Lew. In, Strange You Never Knew, Lew delves into the complexities of knowing one's true identity, focusing on the Asian American diaspora in the Midwest. In his photographs, Lew has his subjects looking directly at the camera. He explains that this creative choice is intended to establish a tension between the subjects and the viewer.

2 months ago | michiganpublic.org | April Baer

President Donald Trump has announced a proposal to impose tariffs on manufactured goods imported from China and from longstanding allies such as Canada. If this plan goes into effect as outlined, it could result in substantial price increases for a variety of everyday products, ranging from gasoline to automotive parts, and even for items like a can of Labatt's beer.

Jan 6, 2025 | michiganpublic.org | April Baer

Detroit has undergone significant changes in the past decade, and with the election of a new mayor on the horizon, what's ahead for the city? One notable non-profit organization has announced plans to support the future of Black communities through an innovative grant program. Lauren Hood, founder of the Institute for AfroUrbanism, spoke with Stateside host April Baer about the new Corps D’Afrique Fellowship Program.

Oct 14, 2024 | michiganpublic.org | April Baer

"If you walk into our exhibition, you'll be welcomed by us. A welcome mat that I made and it has a little message on the floor that reflects with some light and it says, You are our native land."Last month, the University of Michigan’s Stamps School of Art and Design released a new exhibition featuring art by mother and daughter duo, Kelly Church and Cherish Parrish.

Oct 9, 2024 | michiganpublic.org | April Baer

When you’re planning to vote, it's easy to focus on the top of the ticket. But what about all those other important contests farther down the ballot? This year, Michigan votes on two races for the Michigan Supreme Court. The state’s highest court has decided some pretty big issues in the past five years. Need voters sift through thousands of pages of written opinions to be informed? And what about candidates aspiring to this court, who may or may not have judicial records?