Pulse of Politics: University of Oklahoma failed essay grade controversy

The controversy over a student's claims of religious discrimination at the University of Oklahoma over a failed essay grade ramps up. Oakland University History Professor James Naus joins Pulse of Politics Host Aaron Jordan to break down the controversy and what's driving distrust in American universities.

Suspects sentenced to life in fake DTE workers murder

In the fall, jurors found Carlos Hernandez and Joshua Zuazo guilty of first-degree murder and two counts of unlawful imprisonment for the Oct. 11, 2024 murder of 72-year-old Hussein Murray in the basement of his home. The pair also received 19-80 years in prison for the unlawful imprisonment convictions. Both men declined to speak during sentencing, as they plan to appeal.

Adopt a family for the holidays with Volunteers of America Michigan

As Volunteers of America Michigan (VOAMI) looks to help those in need this holiday season, the nonprofit is asking metro Detroit residents to help struggling Michigan families this holiday season. VOAMI, which serves veterans, seniors and families in Michigan, opened the opportunity to nearly 3,000 Michigan families in need of being adopted this Christmas. For more information visit: www.voami.org/adopt-a-family/.

More snow on the way for Metro Detroit

One round of snow is passed and another is on the way with even potential for it to transition to rain in parts of Metro Detroit on Wednesday morning.

University of Oklahoma essay sparks controversy

After a controversial student essay at the University of Oklahoma sparked a social media firestorm, protests, and multiple teachers being placed on leave over a debate about religious expression and discrimination. But does the allegation have any merit? Attorney Eli Muawad breaks it down.

Paramount launches hostile takeover for HBO, Time Warner

Marketing and strategic communications guru Matt Friedman discusses the latest salvo in the "Streaming Wars", as Paramount launches a hostile takeover of Time Warner/HBO, just days after Netflix moved to buy the company, and what this will all mean for the consumer.

Family searching for missing dog after house fire

A woman named Leah Zoran was home at the time with someone else. According to her family, she initially escaped the fire but, upon discovering her pets didn't make it out, did everything she could to try and save them.

Data center proposed for Southfield

The meeting was packed inside a smaller room at Southfield City Hall. The proposed site is a 110,000-square-foot vacant plot of land on Inkster Road between 11 Mile and 696.

Holiday shopping with the Detroit Lions

Twenty kids from Alternatives for Girls, DBG – Detroit, Life Remodeled, Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation, and The Yunion all picked out gifts with Lions players, some legends, and cheerleaders as well.

Pulse of Politics: Michigan cannabis tax upheld & discussing Detroit's future

A Michigan judge has ruled a massive new tax on wholesale cannabis purchases can stand for now after the industry challenged the law. Dustin Walsh with Crain's Detroit Business discusses what this could mean for the industry and users. Plus, Malachi Barrett with Bridge Detroit joins Pulse of Politics Host Aaron Jordan to discuss Detroit's future as Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield gets ready to take office.