Special Events
Be My Neighbor Day with WKAR returns to Lansing and Impression 5 Science Center on October 20th!
Mon. Oct. 19 · 6–8 p.m. East Lansing Public Library | Join the Red Cedar Writing Project for an exclusive sneak preview of short documentaries from PBS’s new American Creed: Citizen Power, followed by a Q&A with NASCAR driver and autism community advocate Armani Williams.
Featured Shows
A shocking development forces the trio to rethink everything they know.
Joza brings love, heartbreak, and tropical vibes to the Streetlight Sessions stage.
Featured News
Liam Peterson
The Spartans esports Rocket League team has been close to reaching the top-16 tier, but had fallen short - until recently.
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WKAR News brings experience, depth and local impact to Election 2026— taking you beyond the headlines and preparing Mid-Michigan voters for the polls.
The Signal is your WKAR News Sunday morning briefing on what’s ahead in mid-Michigan. The Signal Plus is your mid-week update from WKAR News
WKAR Notes
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Featuring music from hip-hop emcee Joza, eclectic pop artist Hustleberryfin, song writer David Barrett and more.
Discover videos and stories celebrating Hispanic and Latino voices, experiences and contributions.
WKAR America 250 explores how Michigan’s people, stories, and institutions have shaped the American experience over the last 250 years. Through journalism, public affairs, arts, education, and community storytelling, WKAR invites our community to reflect, participate and imagine the future of our state and this nation.
WKAR Originals | WATCH NOW
Joza brings love, heartbreak, and tropical vibes to the Streetlight Sessions stage.
First week of archery season, deer camp, a new conservation group, and Bragging Board.
Guest: Darrin Camilleri. Topic: Debates.
Barrett and Lawrence debate the issues in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
Guest: Rep. Tyrone Carter. Topic: New election polling data.
Correspondent Edition. Topic: President and Candidate Opinions.
An MMA fighter honoring his late brother and the origin of "One Shining Moment."
Lynn takes pottery for a spin with pottery teacher Dan Nuñez!
Kids share how everyday responsibilities build trust, confidence, and independence.
How classroom technology, screen time and AI are changing the way Michigan students learn.
PODCASTS
Michigan Minute
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On this day in 1900, a dark chapter unfolded for the Burt Lake Band of Ottawa and Chippewa indigenous peoples in Michigan. After years of treaties with the federal government, a land developer illegally claimed their 375 acres, using fabricated back taxes as a pretext. With the help of local law enforcement, the developer forcibly relocated the community, burning their homes. The only surviving structure was St. Mary's Catholic Mission Church, which later became a pig barn, symbolizing the community's tragic loss during the Burt Lake Burnout.
Inside the Arts
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East Lansing artist Kristin Pennock won the Grand Rapids' ArtPrize public vote for her project "Sketchdiet: A Year of Drawing Everything I Ate."
MI Michigan Story features true stories from Michigan, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by Robert Prince.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
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