Jerome Vaughn

Detroit

News Director at WDET-FM (Detroit MI)

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Former Michigan AG Mike Cox announces bid for governor

1 week 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

2 weeks 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

3 weeks 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.
Duggan's final State of the City address highlights city's successes, road ahead

4 weeks ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan delivered his final State of the City address Tuesday night, speaking to an invitation-only crowd at the new Hudson’s development in downtown Detroit. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.
Metro Detroit gas prices rise ahead of spring break, AAA Michigan reports

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

If you’re headed to the gas station to fill up your tank on Wednesday, you might be in for a shock. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Metro Detroit gas prices have jumped seven cents per gallon since Tuesday. The average price of a gallon of self-serve unleaded is now $3.10. That’s up from $3.03 on Tuesday. AAA Michigan’s Howard Hughey says consumer demand is to blame.
Cleanup continues after water main break; 313 Day celebrations + more

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we share the latest news on cleanup efforts in Southwest Detroit after the water main break; highlight special events planned for 313 Day and more. Cleanup continues in Southwest DetroitThe Detroit Water and Sewerage Department said Wednesday it’s making good progress on repairing damage from a major water main break in Southwest Detroit. DWSD Director Gary Brown says fixing residential furnaces, hot water tanks, electrical and plumbing issues are a priority.
Craig confirms mayoral bid; Dearborn Heights mayor tapped as ambassador to Tunisia + more

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover former Detroit Police Chief James Craig’s mayoral candidacy announcement; President Donald Trump’s nomination of Dearborn Heights mayor Bill Bazzi as the next U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia; and more. James Craig for mayor of DetroitFormer Detroit Police Chief James Craig announced his plans to run for mayor of the city Wednesday morning at an event at the Executive Cuts barber shop in Detroit.
Trump grants US automakers one-month exemption from tariffs on Canada, Mexico imports

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

President Donald Trump has paused auto tariffs on vehicles imported from Canada and Mexico for one month. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt made the announcement Wednesday afternoon. “We spoke with the Big Three auto dealers. We are going to give a one-month extension on any autos coming through [the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement],” she said.
Whitmer to deliver State of the State Wednesday night

1 month ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will deliver her seventh State of the State address at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. She’s expected to outline her administration’s plans for the next year in the address, covering key topics like her plans for job growth, lowering costs and improving the state’s roads.
Council approves Bettison as Detroit's new police chief

2 months ago | wdet.org | Jerome Vaughn

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover Detroit City Council’s appointment of Todd Bettison as the city’s top cop; the passing of former Detroit Police Chief Stanley Knox and more. Bettison approved as new police chiefDetroit City Council on Tuesday approved Todd Bettison as Detroit’s new chief of police. Bettison had served as interim chief over the past few months as a search took place for a permanent leader of the department. He was named Detroit’s Deputy Mayor in 2022.