Detroit is one of the most predominantly Black cities in America. It's also known as 'Hockeytown'. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns what it's like being Black and working in hockey, and what is being done to make the game more inclusive. (PHOTO: Bruce Bennett / Getty Images)
Jan 23, 2023•11 min
15 years ago, before the term "viral video" was commonplace, Detroit artist T-Baby spun a global hit called "It's So Cold in the D". On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino talk to the artist about how the song changed her life. (PHOTO Credit: T-Baby)
Jan 20, 2023•14 min
The DIA's Van Gogh exhibit features some of his most famous works, like "Starry Night." But it's "The Novel Reader" that has the DIA facing a lawsuit. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores why a Brazilian man claims he is the piece's rightful owner, and how the world of stolen art works. (Credit: Kathy Kieliszewski / USA TODAY NETWORK)
Jan 19, 2023•11 min
For almost 40 years, The Heat And Warmth Fund has been helping Michiganders keep their heat on during the winter months. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark shows you how you can be part of a $200 MILLION difference. (PHOTO: WWJ)
Jan 18, 2023•10 min
Seven people were arrested in Macomb County Tuesday, accused of trying to steal brand new Dodge Ram trucks off of the assembly lot. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark wonders why this keeps happening, and looks at what is and isn't being done to stop it. (PHOTO: Scott Olson/Getty)
Jan 17, 2023•10 min
Editor's Note: Today's episode originally ran in September ----- During the time of the Underground Railroad, Detroit was given the codename Midnight. While the Underground Railroad is long gone, on a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores the lasting mark abolitionists left on the City of Detroit. (PHOTO: Kimberly P. Mitchell/USA TODAY NETWORK)
Jan 16, 2023•11 min
Now that the Democrats control the legislature in Lansing, they have begun to move on their 2023 agenda. One of the highlights? Tax breaks. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks at from where that relief might come, and who could benefit. (PHOTO: Robert Killips/Lansing State Journal/USA TODAY NETWORK)
Jan 13, 2023•10 min
Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD and Seasonal Depression, tends to become a popular topic in the colder months, in Michigan and elsewhere. But it is much more serious than just 'winter blues'. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores the causes of SAD, and why it may not be as simple as one may think. (Photo credit: Getty)
Jan 12, 2023•10 min
Earlier this month, a man nicknamed the "Michigan Monster" was arrested and charged with over 20 counts of human trafficking. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark heads to the front lines to see what the fight against trafficking looks like. (PHOTO: Genesee County Sheriff)
Jan 11, 2023•21 min
Police are reporting a sharp rise in thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles, specifically those made between 2010 and 2021. Why? On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that it's a combination of outdated technology and social media. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Jan 10, 2023•11 min
When it comes to a vacation or an escape, there are few places more popular for Michiganders than the state's relatively ambiguous 'Up North' region. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark attempts to define 'Up North.' (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Jan 09, 2023•11 min
Sleep is vital to everyday health. But data shows that over 100 million Americans aren't getting enough nightly rest. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks at what's preventing a good night's sleep and what can be done to overcome restless nights. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Jan 06, 2023•10 min
The Mega Millions jackpot is just shy of $940 million. That much money is life changing, but experts say the first thing you should do with your money is...nothing. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher looks into how the lottery system works, and how you can make sure you don't lose it all after you win it all. (Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty)
Jan 05, 2023•11 min
Since it was founded in 1957, Oakland University in Rochester has been growing and then some. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores the life of the school's founder, Matilda Wilson, and the impact the university has had on the region. (PHOTO: Oakland University)
Jan 04, 2023•10 min
Instead of getting a possible playoff preview, those who tuned in to Monday Night Football saw one of the scariest things to ever happen on a field. Damar Hamlin, 24, collapsed and needed life saving measures. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark digs into just how rare Hamlin's condition is. (PHOTO: Kareem Elgazzar/USA Today Sports)
Jan 03, 2023•11 min
During the holiday season, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from October. New episodes return 1/3/23! ------ The Two Way Inn lays claim to being Detroit's oldest bar, pouring drinks through prohibition dating back to 1876. It also might be Detroit's most haunted bar. On a Spooky J edition of the Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino soak up the ghost stories at a Detroit institution. (PHOTO: Zach Clar...
Jan 02, 2023•13 min
This week, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from August. ------ Michigan Central Station is one of Detroit's most visible landmarks, partially because it became a symbol for the city's failure. With what some say is a renaissance underway in the Motor City, the train station is again on its way to being a beacon of hope. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark covers the checkered past of the Corktown landmark. (PHOT...
Dec 30, 2022•11 min
This week, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from August. ------ If a picture is worth a thousand words, does that make Bigfoot real? Maybe if the pictures weren't blurry. After rumors of a recent sighting in Metro Detroit were debunked, WWJ's Zach Clark talked to a scientist who is all-in on Sasquatch. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 29, 2022•12 min
This week, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from August. ------ There are few feelings like the feeling of being "home". For millions of Metro Detroiters, the Uniroyal Tire on I-94 in Allen Park is a beacon, welcoming them back from Detroit Metro Airport. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino, unearth the origin story behind the legendary landmark. (PHOTO: Terrance Vails)...
Dec 28, 2022•10 min
This week, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from March. ------ 28-year old self-identified Joshua Mundy says he has posted over 100 "catches" to his YouTube page, many in his native Ohio but many here in metro Detroit as well. On this Daily J, WWJ's Emily Roth joined Zach Clark to talk about her conversation with Mundy and the talk she had with Bloomfield Police Detective Paul Schwab. (PHOTO: Joshua Mundy)...
Dec 27, 2022•11 min
This week, the Daily J will be sharing our favorite episodes, as selected by the WWJ Digital Team. Today's episode is originally from this past April. ------ With millions of views across multiple platforms, the Wayne County Lyfe social media channels are among the most popular in Michigan. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Kyle Beery find out what makes Cody, Dip Cup and Uncle Terry so relatable. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)
Dec 26, 2022•11 min
The most recent winter storm in Metro Detroit fell short of the predicted snowfall totals. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark wonders if that makes the storm a dud, despite bitterly cold temperatures. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 23, 2022•11 min
When it comes to family gatherings this holiday season, a new study says about 75 percent of Americans hit a point where they need time away from the crowd. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark has some survival tips for your next get-together. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 22, 2022•11 min
Between Thursday night and Saturday morning, Metro Detroit is expected to get hit with 6-10 inches of snow, while Michigan's southwest side could see up to two feet. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark discovers how the impending storm will impact holiday celebrations. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 21, 2022•11 min
When it comes to package delivery, do you try to be home when it arrives? Experts say you should be, as porch pirates make off with hundreds of thousands of packages every year. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks at what is causing the spike, and what people can do to protect themselves. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 20, 2022•11 min
Here in Metro Detroit, temperatures are regularly at or below freezing. Welcome to Midwestern winter. But is the heat in your home posing a threat? In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark examines the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Dec 19, 2022•11 min
Campus Martius is the center of Detroit in more ways than one. It was used as the central point when the city was created and now it serves as a major entertainment hub. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino dig into the past, present and future of the park. (PHOTO: Ryan Garza/USA Today)
Dec 16, 2022•12 min
According to the non-profit StopAntisemitism, hate crimes against Jewish people have been on the rise for the last five years. On a new Daily J, with Hanukkah approaching, WWJ's Zach Clark explores what needs to be done to bring an end to bigotry. (PHOTO: Ryan Garza/USA Today)
Dec 15, 2022•11 min
For the second time, the billionaire Ilitch family and their Olympia Development company have proposed a plan to build out District Detroit on the north end of downtown... after plans announced in 2014 never materialized. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores what will be different this time around. (PHOTO: Terrance Vails/WWJ)
Dec 14, 2022•11 min
In 2018, Michiganders were going to vote on a bill to raise the minimum wage. But, the outgoing legislature and governor beat them to it, then drastically changed what the bill would do. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark sorts out a heated battle between two ideals. (PHOTO: Jon Hewett/WWJ)
Dec 13, 2022•11 min