WJR News Now
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WJR News Now ~ Morning Edition - 11/12/26
November 12, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson brings you the latest news to start your morning off right! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Honoring Our Veterans and House GOP Leaders Block Impeachment
November 11, 2026 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne breaks down the afternoon's headlines including how the country is honoring its veterans today and the Republican-led House blocking an effort to impeach Pete Hegseth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
WJR News Now ~ Morning Edition ~ November 11, 2026
November 11, 2026 ~ WJR News Now Morning Edition, Lloyd Jackson, covers national politics, Veterans Day, Detroit-area news and sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Trump Pushes for SNAP Limitations, Lisa McClain Reelected
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Hegseth Responds, Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
WJR News Now ~ Morning Edition ~ 11/10/26
November 10, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson brings you morning headlines you need to know! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Trial Date Set for Tyler Robinson, Impeachment Articles Introduced Against Hegseth
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: MSU Takes Down U-M, Update on the Restructuring of the Archdiocese
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Trump Taps Stephen Miller, MSU Basketball Defeats Toledo
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: U.S. Economy Adds Jobs in October, MSU-U-M Football Preview
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: The NASDAQ Plummets, LA Elects New Mayor
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: CVS Splits, Benson Announces Transition Team
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Midterm Mayhem, Lions Linebackers, and NBA Flops: Lloyd Take a Swing at It All
November 5, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson covers the midterm results, Michigan’s new governor and senator, Lions linebacker Jack Campbell’s recovery, NBA flopping, and the Muhammad Ali docudrama The Greatest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Jack Campbell Releases Statement, Blue Wave Continues
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Abdul El-Sayed Makes History as a Blue Tsunami Hits Michigan and the U.S.
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ballots, Buzz and Big Wins: Election Night in Review
November 4, 2026 ~ Election night recap: Democrats swept Michigan’s top races, including Benson for governor and El-Sayed for Senate. Hosts also discussed Texas, Ohio, Iowa, Kansas and Georgia results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Election Day in America & Spotlight on Michigan
November 3, 2026 ~ WJR's Ryan Ermanni breaks down the latest afternoon headlines as Election Day in America continues on with a spotlight hanging over Michigan's Senate race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Election Day Predictions, 2 Year-Old Shot in Detroit, Update on Jack Campbell
Kevin breaks down the latest with Election Day, Marie Osborne updates us on a 2 year-old that is in critical condition after being shot in Detroit and the latest on Jack Campbell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Vote, Switch, Strike, Save: Michigan’s Election Day Roundup!
November 3, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick discuss Election Day in Michigan, Haley Stevens’ endorsement switch, Iran strikes, falling gas prices, and sports news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Four Separate Incidents Headline MSU Halloweekend, Trump Talks D.C. Renovations
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Jack Campbell Remains in Hospital, 3 Women Dead After M-10 Crash
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Stevens Crosses the Aisle, and Dems Cross Their Fingers
November 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Congresswoman Hailey Stevens’ endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdullah Al-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate race. They debate party loyalty, the backlash she faced, and whether Democrats welcome dissent. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Election Countdown, Clocks Change, Crime Reports
October 30, 2026 ~ WJR's Ryan Ermanni and Marie Osborne break down the latest evening news including Detroit taking a spotlight in the national headlines leading into the midterm election, news surrounding Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, Daylight Savings Time ending this weekend, and a new report raising questions about how crime scene evidence is being handled in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Israeli Election Deadlock, 100th Year Anniversary of Houdini's Death
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dylan Larkin Suspended, Voter Turnout, and Anger Over Tariffs
Chris and Lloyd discuss this mornings headlines, including Dylan Larkin being suspended, Expected Voter Turnout, and people being angry over tarrifs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Haley Stevens' Fiancé Backs Mike Rogers, Larkin Chooses to Sit Until Trade
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Hegseth Fires Top General, Detroit Poverty Rate Hits 20-Year Low
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brewers Bring the Bubbly, Pollsters Get Jittery, and Savannah River Sets Off the Alarm
October 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick discuss the Brewers’ World Series win, Michigan Senate polling, a fatal I-96 crash, and a Savannah River nuclear site emergency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Fed Rates Hold, Kerby Joseph Returns
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Deadly Train Crash in Spain, Michigan AG/SOS Poll Update
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Election Drama, Embassy Chaos, and Trunk-or-Treat Treats
October 28, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick discuss Israel’s uncertain election, a Serbia embassy attack, the Michigan Senate race, US-Canada trade talks, Pistons and Rays wins, and Halloween trunk-or-treats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: Trump Expected Back in Michigan, Violent Crime Hits 7-Year Low
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this evening's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Afternoon Update: Uptick in Early Voting, Red Wings Survive in Edmonton
WJR's Nick Lundberg brings you the top stories from around Michigan and the United States in this afternoon's WJR News Now update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Lions Timeout Saves the Day While Michigan Polls Keep Everyone Guessing!
October 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discusses Michigan’s Senate and governor polls, early voting turnout, upcoming campaign visits, Israel’s election, I-696 construction, and a Lions timeout that may have saved a man’s life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: The Michigan Education Crisis
October 26, 2026 ~ This evening on WJR, WDIV's Nick Monacelli joins Marie Osborne to discuss the state of Michigan's failing education system and what needs to be implemented to ensure the education of Michigan's youth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2 Presidents. 1 Weekend. Pistons & Lions Win
Kevin Dietz Recaps the visits from both President Obama and President Trump this weekend. He dives into the Pistons and Lions' win. Steve Courtney recaps the college football games this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Lions Roar, Pistons Purr, and Politics Gets a Pep Talk!
October 26, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick cover the Lions’ 20-17 win over Green Bay, the unbeaten Pistons, Trump and Obama rallies, Michigan early voting, US-Canada tariffs and campaign ads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Evening Update: New MSU Deputy Athletic Director & Weekend Political Rallies
October 23, 2026 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne breaks down the late afternoon headlines including Michigan State University appointing Mike Polisky as their new Deputy Athletic Director, President Donald Trump and former President Barrack Obama will be rallying in Michigan as the midterm election looms closer, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Detroit Pizza Honors, Michigan EV Investment Concerns and MSU Trustee Disputes
Kevin Dietz brings you the latest headlines from pizza, to EVs to transparency at the University level. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Industrial Accident in Macomb, Toledo Chemical Leak Update, and Federal Election Monitors in Michigan
10-23-26 Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the morning's headlines including an industrial accident in Macomb, the chemical leak in Toledo, and Michigan Elections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
