WEMU 89.1

WEMU (89.1 WEMU) serves as the public broadcasting station for Eastern Michigan University, located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The station offers a blend of news and jazz programming. As an affiliate of National Public Radio (NPR), WEMU primarily focuses on jazz and blues music, while also featuring special shows that highlight Latin and roots music. Its main audience is in Washtenaw County, which includes Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, as well as nearby regions. You can listen to the station live around the clock by visiting WEMU.org.

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Sen. Jack Reed calls for investigation into Pete Hegseth's Signal chat

2 days ago | wemu.org | Leila Fadel

NPR asks Sen. Jack Reed, top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee, why he wants an investigation into whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared classified intelligence in a Signal chat.
Tornado-producing storm deals deadly weather to Oklahoma and Texas | WEMU-FM

4 days ago | wemu.org

Additional heavy rain is expected across the Plains this week. With streams already swollen and the ground saturated, that leaves the area at risk of additional flooding.
'Lab Leak,' a flashy page on the virus' origins, replaces government COVID sites

6 days ago | wemu.org | Rob Stein

Updated April 18, 2025 at 18:19 PM ETThe White House has taken down some government websites providing COVID-19 information and replaced them with a new boldly styled page dedicated to the controversial theory that the pandemic was caused by the virus leaking from a Chinese government laboratory. The original federal websites, covid.gov and covidtests.gov, had provided the public with basic information about COVID-19, such as vaccines, treatment and testing.
Ann Arbor DDA looks for some changes

6 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

Ann Arbor’s Downtown Development Authority would like to see some changes it says would be beneficial to the future of the city. During a City Council workshop on Thursday, the DDA proposed an expansion of its boundaries and a change in funding to better meet the needs of downtown. The authority is funded through TIF funds, or Tax Increment Financing. It leverages tax funds for a defined district. The DDA would like to shift to a TIF gainshare model instead of the current cap on tax revenue.
Eastern Michigan University reiterates support for international students

6 days ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

Eastern Michigan University says it’s doing what it can to help international students who feel threatened by possible deportation but right now, it's limited. So far, the university is aware of two international students who have had their VISAs revoked. The federal government has not provided Eastern any information regarding the student’s status. University President Dr. James Smith says it makes it very difficult when international students ask for assistance.
Cinema Chat: Cinetopia 2025 schedule unveiled, plus 'Sinners' and 'One to One: John & Yoko' open in Ann Arbor!

1 week ago | wemu.org | David Fair

FESTIVAL UPDATE: CINETOPIA SCHEDULE HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED!Lineup includes 18 films, plus a Michigan-Made Short Film Program, with 34 screenings and filmmakers in attendance. "Lady Parts" with director Nancy Boyd, producer Megan Griesbeck, and lead actress Valentina Tammaro. "1969: Killers, Freaks, and Radicals" with director Andrew Templeton and the creative team behind the film. "Sally!" with director Deborah Craig. "New Wave" with producer Betty Hang.
Ann Arbor Planning Commission delays Arbor South vote

1 week ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

Approval of the Arbor South Development will have to wait a while longer. The Ann Arbor Planning Commission has postponed a vote until June 17th. The delay was at the request of the city’s planning department to give more time for staff reviews and have the applicant address some unresolved issues. Arbor South at South State and Eisenhower would feature a 150-room hotel and seven residential buildings of over 1,000 units with about 230 set aside as affordable housing.
Michigan House Oversight Committee votes to authorize subpoena against Benson

1 week ago | wemu.org | Rick Pluta

The Republican-led Michigan House Oversight Committee has authorized a subpoena targeting Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for refusing to share election training materials with lawmakers. House Republicans and the Democratic Secretary of State, who is Michigan’s top election administrator, have been trading jabs for weeks. Benson has accused the committee’s GOP leadership of stoking doubt about the security of Michigan’s elections while the lawmakers say her refusal to cooperate raises doubts.
Issues of the Environment: The Ecology Center in Ann Arbor celebrates the 20th anniversary of the National Vehicle Switch Recovery Program

1 week ago | wemu.org | David Fair

OverviewThe Ecology Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan played a crucial role in raising awareness about the harmful effects of mercury switches in older vehicles. They were at the forefront of efforts to establish a national recovery program that aimed to remove mercury from cars before they were recycled, preventing widespread contamination. Mercury was once used in automotive components like lighting systems and anti-lock braking systems, where it functioned as a switch.
City of Ypsilanti may expand its target for its 'rainy day' fund

1 week ago | wemu.org | Kevin Meerschaert

The Ypsilanti City Council tonight is expected to vote on a resolution to increase the target for its budget stabilization, or “rainy day” fund. Ypsilanti’s current stabilization fund has about 51 days of general fund revenue on hand in case the city is hit by a sudden financial crisis. 2nd Ward Council Member Patrick McLean says he wants to establish a goal of 91 days instead. The Government Finance Officers Association recommends municipalities have at least two months of revenue set aside.