Ann Arbor

As Washtenaw County marks 200 years since its founding, one local production is bringing an even earlier chapter of American history to life. The Ann Arbor Civic Theatre is staging the Tony Award-winning musical "1776" — telling the story behind the signing of the Declaration of Independence. WEMU’s John Stockwell takes us from the rehearsal room to opening night and explores how the past continues to resonate today.

Ann Arbor Mayoral candidates—incumbent Christopher Taylor and challenger Yousef Rabhi—met for a debate Monday night at the Arrowwood Hills Community Center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

As uncertainty and need continue to grow, the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation continues to invest and provide grants to help ride some of the funding gaps. WEMU's David Fair explored the successes and challenges with the foundation's president and CEO, Shannon Polk.

Ann Arbor teachers aren’t the only people in the school district working without a contract. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

Ann Arbor Planning Commission Chair Donnell Wyche launched an at-times heated conversation on social media last week regarding the future of housing in the city. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert spoke with Wyche about reaction to his essay.

The cycletrack on Catherine Street in downtown Ann Arbor is expanding to make pedestrian travel through downtown safer. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Longtime Ann Arbor resident and co-founder of Michigan Parents for Schools, Steve Norton has been appointed to the Ann Arbor School Board. He replaces Don Wilkerson, who resigned in April. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Park officials in Ann Arbor are working to make parks more accessible to those with mobility disabilities. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

A large crowd packed the parking lot of the Ann Arbor Schools Administration Building on Wednesday. They were part of a rally demanding district teachers get a fair contract. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Ann Arbor Planning Commission has approved a rezoning and site plan for a new apartment complex on West Huron. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.