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Today, we talk to a Michigan cherry farmer after a tough growing season. Then, an endangered wolf . . . in Michigan? IPR's Points North tells us the story. Later, a University of Michigan professor talks about an Indiana Jones style discovery.

Today, we talk to Dan Kildee about the fast-paced Harris campaign. Then, we speak to a professor of entomology about a nostalgic summer sight: lightning bugs. Plus: what's going on with FAFSA?

We got a look ahead to football season with a Big Ten insider. Also, a conversation about connecting Black-led tech startups in Detroit. Plus, a look at the legacy of Gerald Ford on the 50th anniversary of his presidential appointment.

Today, an MSU expert talks about what some of Michigan’s key independent and undecided constituencies might be looking for from the presidential and vice presidential candidates. Then we talk with the executive director of the Ukrainian American Archives and Museum about a new exhibit showing how some Ukrainian Americans are embracing tattoos as national pride. Lastly, we talk with an award-winning short fiction writer about the release of her new speculative fiction novel.

Today, we talk with State Representative Abraham Aiyash about his current efforts to move the Harris-Walz ticket towards support for Palestinian people ahead of the presidential election. Then, JD Vance makes his first visit to Michigan since being named the Republican Vice Presidental nominee. And, we talk with a two-time gold medalist in paracycling as she prepares for the Paralympic Games in Paris.

Today, details of the historic exchange that allowed the U.S. to welcome home Michigander Paul Whelan from a Russian prison. Then, the founder of The Sphinx Organization reflects on the ways music-making helped him construct a sense of identity. Plus, Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area celebrates its status as an international dark sky sanctuary.

Today, we talk to the plaintiff in the Michigan Supreme Court case that's causing changes in minimum wage and sick leave provisions. Plus: the University of Michigan gymnastics coach, advice on navigating tough conversations and relationships, and Miss USA discusses her journey from Michigan to the crown.

A new cook book puts Michigan's bountiful fruit harvest to work.

Today, the dangers that remain in Lake Erie, 10 years after a water crisis in Toledo made the water undrinkable for three days. Also, Traverse City voters prepare to decide on a nearly $200 million bond measure to improve energy efficiency for their schools. Plus, in case you missed it, highlights and hot takes on hot political races from our Issues & Ale event in Lansing this week.

Today, with Vice President Kamala Harris running for president in this upcoming election, can she sway Michigan’s Arab American and Muslim voters. Additionally, two reporters hit the road in a rented EV to test the state’s charging circuit. Then, we hear about a new film that chronicles the collision of the Civil Rights Movement with Detroit’s Olympic bid in 1963.