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Michigan Public's Zena Issa talked to us about Sunday's Ashura procession in Dearborn, its history, the significance of food, and her personal connection. Plus, a staff writer from The Athletic joined us to discuss the departure of Dusty May as U of M's head basketball coach. Also on the show: Does a Sleeping Bear rescue really cost $3000?

A look at the Iran deal's political implications for Michigan's congressional members. Plus, a conversation about how recent departures at Michigan State University are causing frustration with a big name on campus. And, on It's Just Politics, an update on the state budget.

On June 7, 2026, outside Brooklyn, Michigan, the Michigan International Speedway hosted 37 cars for the NASCAR Cup Series FireKeepers Casino 400.

Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore has been charged with three crimes, including home invasion and stalking. Moore has spent two nights in jail following his firing and subsequent arrest Wednesday.

A southeast Michigan parent has filed a Title IX complaint with the U.S. Department of Education over claims a transgender student athlete played against his daughter’s volleyball team.

Changes to Medicaid and rising insurance premiums could major have ripple effects for Michigan's health care providers — and their patients. Meanwhile, food pantries are seeing an influx in people as the timeline for November's SNAP benefits remains murky. And, a remembrance of West Michigan football star Marshawn Kneeland, who died this week at the age of 24.

Former Detroit Piston great Chauncey Billups' arrest and the NBA’s problem with legalized gambling. Then, a century of the Detroit Red Wings and what’s ahead this season. And Grayling, Michigan drops a key public health intervention.

First, the WNBA's plans to return to Detroit. Also, a Grand Rapids bookstore — stocking exclusively romance and erotic literature — opens its doors. Then, Lucine Jarrah and Emily Feuerherm on the effect of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown on Flint communities.

First, the surprising success of the Detroit Tigers this baseball season. Then, the impressive popularity of the Ann Arbor District Library's Summer Reading Game. And, a pause on the Trump administration's passport sex marker policy and how a recent Supreme Court ruling on laws regarding gender affirming care for minors plays out in Michigan.

First, the surprising success of the Detroit Tigers this baseball season. Then, the impressive popularity of the Ann Arbor District Library's Summer Reading Game. And, a pause on the Trump administration's passport sex marker policy and how a recent Supreme Court ruling on laws regarding gender affirming care for minors plays out in Michigan.