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The Daily J

A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.
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The next presidential election is right around the corner, but will former President Trump even appear on the ballot in Michigan?

In Michigan, there are dueling lawsuits against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. One side argues former President Trump should be held off the ballot for allegedly violating the 14th amendment. While the other lawsuit, belonging to Trump, seeks to block Benson from excluding him. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores how Trump supposedly violated this amendment, and the impact this could have on Michigan, and nationwide. (Credit: Samantha Laurey/USa Today)

Nov 02, 20239 min

The Two Way Inn has been a Detroit institution since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits

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 Clark/WWJ) ------- Today's episode originally ran last October

Oct 24, 202313 min

Is keeping a close eye on your kids actually hurting them? New law would change what qualifies as child neglect in Michigan

Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the Michigan Senate that would redefine child neglect and abuse, allowing parents to give their children more independence. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores how being given freedom allows kids to learn important skills, and why there's pressure these days to be "helicopter parents." (Credit: Getty)

Oct 18, 202311 min

The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history

The property at Eloise hasn't functioned as a medical facility since 1979. But for the last several years, the grounds have served not only as a haunted attraction but as a place for paranormal hunts. Which, not everybody loves. On this Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino discover the real history behind the Eloise Asylum. (PHOTO: Tom Pidgeon, Special to the Free Press) ----- Today's episode originally aired last October

Oct 17, 202316 min

Is it safe these days for kids to go trick-or-treating? Experts and parents disagree

There are few things that excite kids more than dressing up as their favorite characters and running around their neighborhood collecting candy. Halloween is a blast! But, on a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns the age at which kids should be allowed to go trick-or-treating on their own is a point of contention. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

Oct 16, 202310 min

Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?

What do self-playing pianos, haunted tea sets, sobbing ghosts, murderous cherubs and top-notch Beef Wellington have in common? They can all be found at The Whitney in Detroit. On this Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the century-old mansion to meet some of the original residents...who may still be living there. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ) -- Today's episode originally aired last October.

Oct 10, 202314 min
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