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First, an expert weighs in on how social media has shaped the content and tone of the conversation about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Then, more about an upcoming book giving new context to the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Plus, a little on Ironwood's Plaidurday festival, a celebration of UP culture. Also, a new episode of On Hand begs the important question "Is saying pop passé?"

We opened Stateside with a debrief on the horrific shooting and arson at a Mormon church in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Then, some information on the new state budget deal. Also, more on a new book recounting the life of a black disabled woman killed by police violence and the activism her death inspired. Plus, a bit about the factors behind the resignation of Wayne State's President Kimberly Andrews Espy and a dangerous story about Sleeping Bear Dunes' famous Overlook #9.

First, a conversation with parents on how Corewell Health's step backwards on gender-affirming care affects their families. Then, a residential artist at the University of Michigan walks us through her upcoming book on country/folk music, race and class in American history.

Within this episode of Stateside, powerful foundations call for an end to political violence. Then, we visit a remote inn in the U.P. that combines fine farm-to-table dining with the relaxed setting of the deep woods. And we hear from a poet whose work teases apart her listening relationship with Nina Simone.

Flint’s budget problems boil over. Also, a Michigan constitutional scholar talks about recent history of the Supreme Court — pre-Trump — into the modern era. And we bid farewell to a global pro wrestling legend from Michigan.

What can a criminal trial in Grand Rapids can tell us about use of force in Michigan police departments? After that discussion, we uncover a new take on risotto. Then - what it’s like starting over after the worst happens following a dam collapse. And novelist Aram Mrjoian sets his sights on one family tragedy, and some much broader questions about time and distance.

First, we take a look at auto industry earnings amid tariffs. Then, we talk to stage producer Jeffrey Seller about his memoir.

Michigan’s aging crisis, honeybees from Florida helping the pollination of cherry trees, Michelle Yang on her new memoir and Grand Rapids Public Museum and Kentwood Public Schools commemorate the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon.

First, a look at who's who in Detroit's mayoral election. Then, why the University of Michigan's Symphonic Band may be coming to your town. Plus, a historical fiction novel about a storied, Northern Michigan asylum.

A conversation with a Michigan woman whose mother survived the Holocaust.