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Prposal C - Revised Detroit Charter - Vote YES!

Prop. C - Revised Detroit Charter - Vote YES!

Proposal C is not a perfect document! But on balance, it is a big improvement over the current Detroit Charter.

Detroit 2020: Race Relations Series

This is what’s left of a six foot high, one foot thick concrete wall that symbolizes a troubled time in the history of Metropolitan Detroit. Once known as the

Hot Topic: Who really wants Sarah Palin to run for president in 2012? Democrats…

Republicans or Democrats, who's more eager for Sarah Palin for run for President in 2012? 

Detroit 2020 Launch

DETROIT 2020 LAUNCH

For the past few weeks, you’ve heard us say three simple but powerful words: Unify, Inspire, Act!

That’s the motto for Detroit 2020, our

SMART Millage: Vote "YES" on your primary ballot

Southeast Michigan desperately needs the SMART buses to keep rolling. They are a necessity for 40,000 daily riders, many who depend on them to get to their

U.S. Census - Getting Detroit's Fair Share

A couple months ago, we urged you to fill out your 2010 Census form by April 1st. Many of you did and we thank you for being so responsible. But there are many

Census & Michigan Snowbirds

It’s the middle of March and the huge job of counting every person living in America is well under way! The 2010 Census questionnaire is being mailed to your

Michigan Tourism Budget

Governor Jennifer Granholm's proposed 2011 state budget is a good starting point for vigorous public debate, tough legislative negotiations, and sensible

2010 U.S. Census

The 2010 Census is right around the corner and for Michigan there has never been a more important count. Starting next month there will be a big push to

Viewer Mail - Text Messaging Ban

Our editorial calling for a ban on text messaging while driving in Michigan triggered these responses. Leroy Brown writes:

Text Messaging Ban

Six thousand deaths, five hundred thousand injuries! Distracted driving is dangerous. Sending a text or instant message while driving has unfortunately

Viewer Mail-Cash for Spectrum

Once again, it’s time for Channel 7’s “Viewer Mail.” Our editorial about the battle over broadcast spectrum and free, over-the-air, local television, prompted

Cash for Spectrum

How would you feel if you lost your free, over-the-air, local television stations like Channels 2, 4, 62, and of course, 7? It's not a far-fetched idea. Your connection to free

The Holiday Season

Once again, the holiday season is upon us. The hustle, the bustle, it's a special time of year. There are many ways to celebrate the season.

Term Limit Reform

A bipartisan proposal to reform Michigan’s current term limit law is a significant step in the right direction. The bill has been introduced in the State

Viewer Mail: Health Care Bill

Now that the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a sweeping health care bill, the vigorous debate moves to the U.S. Senate. But viewer reaction before

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Meet Chuck Stokes


  1. Editorial Director<br>Chuck Stokes

    Editorial Director
    Chuck Stokes

    Stokes joined the station in 1981 and serves as moderator and producer of "Spotlight On The News," Detroit's longest-running weekly news and public affairs show.

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