Detroit Mayor names new Director of Civil Rights, Inclusion

Local breast cancer survivor empowers others navigating life post-treatment

Lisa Whitmore Davis' advice to her fellow survivors: "Give yourself grace, give yourself time." Davis learned she had an aggressive type of breast cancer after experiencing three pulmonary embolisms in 2023. She underwent treatment, including chemotherapy and hypofractionated radiation, at Karmanos Cancer Institute. Now, she is channeling her photography and art (including a documentary about her cancer experience) to connect other survivors with resources to help them navigate life after treatment. On this National Cancer Survivors Month, she sat down with WWJ's Christina McDaniel to discuss the importance of self advocacy, job loss during treatment, self-care and letting go, knowing your inner strength, and so much more. (Photo Credit: Pink ribbon created by Lisa Whitmore Davis).

New bill lets Mackinac Island regulate fees associated with ferry service

The bill will now allow officials to regulate fees like parking and baggage. Bill sponsor Senator John Damoose tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about the situation with the ferries and the Island. (photo credit: Getty Images)

DSO announces summer season, featuring special outdoor performances

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra has officially announced its 2026 summer season. It includes enjoying plenty of beautiful music at outdoor locations throughout Metro Detroit, plus some special movie performances. Stephen Grady Jr., the DSO's Program Manager for Popular and Special Programming, joined WWJ's Tracey McCaskill live to talk about it. (Photo: Getty Images)

Attorney warns drivers of harsh penalties for work zone crashes

With summer weather officially here, it means construction season is in full swing across Michigan. And with more people hitting the roads for summer travel, experts say work zones are becoming increasingly dangerous. Barry Goodman, a personal injury lawyer with Goodman Acker, spoke with WWJ's Dan Jenkins. (Photo: Getty Images)

Over 25% of melanomas go undetected until after they've spread

Dr. Yusra Shao, Assistant Professor of Oncology at Karmanos Cancer Institute, sat down with WWJ's Christina McDaniel to talk about the signs of melanoma, the risk factors, and the hope on the horizon for people facing one of the most aggressive types of cancer. Over 25% of melanomas go undetected until after they've spread. (Photo Credit: Olga Yastremska/GettyImages).