Jerome Vaughn

Detroit

News Director at WDET-FM (Detroit MI)

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Detroit Evening Report: The Mackinac Policy Conference is underway

1 week ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Politicians converge on Mackinac IslandThe Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference is underway on Mackinac Island.
Duggan announces reform of city licensing requirements for small businesses

2 weeks ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has announced an effort to reduce the regulatory process for opening small businesses in the city. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. During a late morning news conference on Wednesday, Duggan said new restaurants have to meet building codes, fire codes and health codes. On top of that, there’s a separate city license that Duggan says is redundant.
Duggan pushes for small business regulation reform in Detroit

2 weeks ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has announced an effort to reduce the regulatory process for opening small businesses in the city. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. During a late morning news conference on Wednesday, Duggan said new restaurants have to meet building codes, fire codes and health codes. On top of that, there’s a separate city license that Duggan says is redundant.
Detroit casinos report revenue uptick; restoration begins on Lee Plaza Hotel and more

3 weeks ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, Detroit’s casinos have reported a slight uptick in revenue last month. Plus, restoration has begun on the city’s historic Lee Plaza Hotel, and more. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Casino revenues up in AprilDetroit’s casinos are for the month of April. The three gaming houses brought in $109.8 million last month. That’s up slightly from April 2024.
State treasurer announces $2.5M in grants for distressed cities

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

The state treasurer on Wednesday announced $2.5 million in grants for Michigan cities, villages or townships with severe economic problems. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.
Political analysts say Canada's federal election is the most important in decades

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Just across the Detroit River in Windsor and throughout Canada, voters are headed to the polls to cast their ballots in federal elections. Political analysts are calling the election the most important in decades. Key issues at the ballot box include the economy, housing, tariffs, and how to address U.S. President Donald Trump’s extreme policies. In this election, Canadians will select Members of Parliament and the political party that will run the government for the near future.
Detroit ranks among worst in nation for particle pollution, report finds

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroit has some of the worst air quality in the nation, according to a report released Wednesday by the American Lung Association. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. The organization’s “State of the Air” report gives the region an “F” grade in ground level ozone pollution, a “D” in particle pollution, and a failing grade overall in pollution levels above federal standards.
Former Michigan AG Mike Cox announces bid for governor

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox has announced that he’s running to become governor next year. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. He delivered the news Tuesday in a campaign video, saying the state should eliminate the income tax and promote right to work measures. He also says Michigan schools should “teach A-B-C’s not DEI.” Cox was elected as Attorney General in 2002, serving in the role until 2011.
Detroit casinos report $117M in revenue last month

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroit’s three casinos brought in more than $117 million in revenue last month. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. That’s down slightly from March 2024. MGM Grand retained the top spot in Detroit, controlling 46% of the market. MotorCity Casino was second with 31%, followed by Hollywood Casino at Greektown with 23% of the market. The casinos continue to contribute a steady stream of tax revenue for the city of Detroit.
Metro Detroiters brace for more heavy rain, flooding

2 months ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroiters are bracing themselves for another round of storms on Wednesday night. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Area residents dealt with sleet and rain during their morning commutes as scattered thunderstorms moved through the region.