Bird flu is spreading throughout lower Michigan. In fact, in early February, about 100 dead birds were found in Washtenaw County alone with "highly pathogenic avian influenza" listed as the likely cause. In other parts of the country, bird flu has spread to humans, and recently, the first human death has been attributed to the disease. Cathy Theisen is a retired veterinarian in Washtenaw County and has previously served as an avian influenza first responder. She joined WEMU's David Fair with the latest information and what the future may hold.

Although spring is not quite here just yet, there is always new growth sprouting up around Ypsilanti, including in the small business community. Ypsilanti will soon have three more business options for you to quench your thirst. Skott Schoonover is the owner at the incoming Water Tower Distilling Company. He joined Rylee Barnsdale to talk about what folks can look forward to on this week's "On the Ground Ypsi."

The Ann Arbor Planning Commission Tuesday night approved a plan for a 19-story apartment complex catering to U-M students. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has the details.

The Ann Arbor City Council has set the date of August 5th for a vote on the new downtown library proposal. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

Manchester Community Schools seeks a new superintendent after current superintendent Brad Bezeau announced his resignation at the end of the 2025-26 school year. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The Republican-led state House Election Integrity Committee held a hearing Tuesday on a proposal to require people to show proof of citizenship to register to vote and show a government-issued ID to cast a ballot. Rick Pluta reports.

Today is our annual Mardi Gras fundraiser!

As spring approaches, we all look forward to the sense of renewal the season brings. In Ypsilanti, a renewal of a different sort is already underway. As we hear from WEMU’s John Stockwell, it comes in the form of an historically popular eatery.

The City of Ypsilanti is looking to make stargazing more enjoyable while protecting wildlife. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

The Ann Arbor City Council has narrowly rejected spending $1.7 million for the feasibility study for a municipal utility. The vote was a 5-5 tie and needed a majority to be approved. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.