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12/12/2025

TONIGHT! See you there 💫

12/12/2025

Today, we’re kicking off a week-long celebration of the best music from 2025 on In The Groove with Ryan Patrick Hooper! Each day, a different WDET music host will join Ryan to share their favorite releases of the year and reflect on the artists, albums and sounds that shaped 2025. Tune in today from noon to 3 PM ET to hear Ryan’s picks 🎶

12/12/2025

Holiday festivities from downtown to downriver. Here are seven things to do this week in metro Detroit ✨

These holiday festivities span from downtown to downriver. Includes gift markets, art exhibits, dance performances and more.

12/11/2025

A Detroit father with legal work authorization was detained by ICE last week. His case reflects intensifying immigration enforcement under the Trump administration.
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A Detroit father with legal work authorization is detained by ICE. His case reflects the intensifying enforcement under the Trump administration.

12/10/2025

Want to get in on the best arts and culture Detroit has to offer? The Colors of Detroit Silent Auction features original artwork, front-row concert and game day tickets, autographed collectables, premium experiences and more. Proceeds benefit Detroit Public Radio, the Concert of Colors and the artists involved. The auction is now open to the public and closes Sunday, Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. ET. Bid now at colorsofdetroit.givesmart.com 💫

Help Concert of Colors spread the word about Colors of Detroit!

12/09/2025

Thank you, Detroit! 🥳

Because of listeners like you, we have officially met our Holiday Fundraiser goal! We are so grateful to our long-time members and our 252 brand-new members. Your support makes us a stronger, more resilient station. Public radio forever!

12/09/2025

WDET’s own Liz Warner has been featured in NPR Music’s Top 125 AND Top 25 Songs of 2025 lists! See her two picks below, and stay tuned for more “Best of 2025” lists from the rest of our team 🌟

The best songs of 2025, as picked by the NPR Music Network of public radio stations. The link is in the comments. Enjoy!

12/08/2025

The Michigan Judicial Council is trying to change how the state court is funded. In the latest episode of MichMash, we discuss the ins and outs of their proposal with former judge and State Court Administrator Tom Boyd. Take a listen wherever you find podcasts 🎧

12/08/2025

Thanks to our listeners, WDET has been there for Detroit since 1948. As our holiday fundraiser comes to a close, join the long lineage of supporters to keep Detroit Public Radio strong for the next generation. Give now at wdet.org/give 💞

12/08/2025

Today is the last day of our holiday fundraiser, which means it’s your LAST CHANCE to win one of our holiday gift card bundles! This final bundle includes $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ Takoi + HiO Farm
⚔️ Michigan Renaissance Festival
🎶 Dearborn Music
🎭 Tipping Point Theatre
🥐 Warda Pâtisserie

Donate now to be entered to win: wdet.org/give ⏳

12/07/2025

New day, new bundle! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 7), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ Leña
💡 The Henry Ford
🏺 Pewabic
🏙️ Detroit Historical Museum
🥗 Better Health Market

Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟

12/06/2025

Drumroll, please! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 6), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ Detroit Savoy
🍻 Batch Brewing Company
🧀 Mongers' Provisions
🎭 Detroit Public Theatre
🥂 Hamilton's + IO Rooftop at the Godfrey Hotel

Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟