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Women In Michigan's Political Scene Seek Accountability From Men In Power

When it comes to Michigan politics, the environment is largely male dominated. It’s something some legislators, reporters and political consultants say has contributed to what they call an unsafe climate for women.

Islamic Center Of East Lansing Holding COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Friday, Open To All

Plastic Debris Is Getting Into The Great Lakes, Our Drinking Water, And Our Food

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Extra Life: A Short History of Living Long

Tuesdays, May 11 - June 1 at 8pm on WKAR-HD 23.1 & STREAMING | Discover the little-known story of the innovations in science and medicine that doubled the human lifespan in less than a century, andcelebrate the unsung heroes of public health who believed change was possible and acted on it.

May 2021 | MET Opera

Human: The World Within. Binge it on Passport!

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TECHNOTE: TV 23.5 Michigan Learning Channel is off the air

Commission Recommends Salary Increases For Governor, Legislators And Other State Elected Officials

By Rick Pluta • May 7, 2021

A commission has recommended salary increases of 2% a year for the governor, legislators and other state elected officials.

The State Officers Compensation Commission adopted the proposal Friday. The increases would take effect in 2023 and 2024, after next year’s elections.

MI National Guard Soldiers Deployed To U.S. Capitol To Be Reimbursed For Out-Of-Pocket Food Costs

By Michelle Jokisch Polo • May 7, 2021

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Paul Rogers, adjutant general, Michigan National Guard, in Washington, D.C., Feb. 17, 2021. — Michigan National Guard

Michigan National Guard soldiers who purchased meals out-of-pocket while they were deployed at the U.S. Capitol earlier this year are being reimbursed.

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Michigan State’s Intramural Sports Programs Navigate COVID-19 Shutdown And Rules

By Adam Bakr: Current Sports Beat Reporter • May 7, 2021

The extracurricular intramural sports program at MSU is an important part of the student experience. But what happens to them during a pandemic?

Michigan State Students Weigh In On Changes In Mixed Martial Arts Interest

By Darin Baydoun: Current Sports Beat Reporter • May 7, 2021

We analyze the fandom of MMA during the pandemic.

Current Sports | May 7, 2021 | Pistons NBA Draft Position, Detroit Tigers Off To Dismal Start

By Al Martin • May 7, 2021

We discuss the NBA draft position of the Detroit Pistons as the season rolls into the final stretch. Also, what is going wrong with the Detroit Tigers? Or, better question, what is going right? We also touch upon the Floyd Mayweather and Jake Paul scuffle.

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May 7, 2021 - Justin Winslow | OFF THE RECORD

By WebTeam • May 7, 2021

The panel discusses a missed opportunity for the governor. The guest is Justin Winslow.

Watch now at video.wkar.org

The panel discusses a possible missed opportunity for bi-partisan cooperation between the governor and state GOP leaders. The guest is CEO of the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, Justin Winslow. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Kyle Melinn and Dave Boucher join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.

What Goes Up Must Come Down — Including A Giant Chinese Rocket Plunging Toward Earth

By Vanessa Romo • May 7, 2021

There's a giant Chinese rocket booster hurtling toward the planet, and no one seems to know exactly when or where it's going to land.

The U.S. Space Command said it is tracking the whereabouts of the Chinese Long March 5B, a 23-ton piece of space debris, but that the exact entry point into Earth's atmosphere cannot be pinpointed until hours before its reentry, which is expected sometime around Saturday.

House Panel Holds Hearing On 'Vaccine Passport' Ban

By Rick Pluta • May 6, 2021

COVID-19 conspiracy theories and misinformation were prominent in the Michigan House Oversight Committee’s first hearing Thursday on a bill that would preemptively outlaw government-sponsored “vaccine passports.”

Goodwill Doesn't Want Your Broken Toaster

By Todd Bookman • May 6, 2021

Cars begin lining up outside the Goodwill donation center in Seabrook, N.H., around 10 a.m. most mornings.

Well-intended patrons are here with truckloads full of treasures.

"We hope everyone brings great things that help our programs, but we know some people make some questionable judgments about what is good to donate," explains Heather Steeves, spokesperson for the 30 Goodwill locations in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont.

She holds up "a lampshade, which is stained and disgusting and literally falling apart."

Sen. Peters Touts Vaccines At MSU

By Scott Pohl • May 6, 2021

Gary Peters photo — Scott Pohl / WKAR/MSU

U.S. Sen. Gary Peters visited a COVID-19 vaccination site at Michigan State University Thursday, hoping to encourage people to get their shots.

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Curious Crew Returns for Seventh Season

By WKAR Staff • May 5, 2021

Dr. Rob with Curious Crew and chemistry experiment — Amanda Pinkney / WKAR-MSU

Mondays beginning May 10, 2021 at 5:30pm on WKAR-TV 23.1 | Why does a sock cling to a sweater? How does a rainbow get its colors? Where does wax go when it burns? Explore these questions and more, as Curious Crew returns for a seventh season with ten new episodes.

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Athletic Director “making every possible effort for Spartan Nation to be in the stands this fall"

By Russ White • Apr 29, 2021

Spartans Athletic Director Bill Beekman joins Russ White for an update on all things MSU Athletics on this edition of the MSU Today podcast.

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Bill Beekman talks with Russ White.

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Women In Michigan's Political Scene Seek Accountability From Men In Power

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WKAR STAYTUNED UPDATE

Extra Life: A Short History of Living Long

May 2021 | MET Opera

Human: The World Within. Binge it on Passport!

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Commission Recommends Salary Increases For Governor, Legislators And Other State Elected Officials

MI National Guard Soldiers Deployed To U.S. Capitol To Be Reimbursed For Out-Of-Pocket Food Costs

Michigan State’s Intramural Sports Programs Navigate COVID-19 Shutdown And Rules

Michigan State Students Weigh In On Changes In Mixed Martial Arts Interest

Current Sports | May 7, 2021 | Pistons NBA Draft Position, Detroit Tigers Off To Dismal Start

May 7, 2021 - Justin Winslow | OFF THE RECORD

What Goes Up Must Come Down — Including A Giant Chinese Rocket Plunging Toward Earth

House Panel Holds Hearing On 'Vaccine Passport' Ban

Goodwill Doesn't Want Your Broken Toaster

Sen. Peters Touts Vaccines At MSU

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Curious Crew Returns for Seventh Season

Athletic Director “making every possible effort for Spartan Nation to be in the stands this fall"

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