May 17, 2023 ~ Chris Renwick, WJR Senior News Analyst tells Paul Detroit doesn’t have to take part in vehicle emission testing because, according to the EPA, Southeast Michigan meets federal standards when it comes to ground level ozone pollution.
May 16, 2023 ~ Ryan Schmelz, Fox News Correspondent & WJR Contributor talks to Paul about Special Counsel John Durham's findings in the Trump-Russia probe.
May 16, 2023 ~ Lt. Mike Shaw of the Michigan State Police tells Paul the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning's "Click It or Ticket" seat belt enforcement campaign is underway and he says wearing a seat belt saves lives.
May 16, 2023 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR Senior News Analyst tells Paul there's a new study that indicates students with mental health issues are refusing to go to school.
May 16, 2023 ~ Steve Courtney, WJR Sports Analyst tells Paul the Memphis Grizzlies have suspended Ja Morant from all team activities after a video showing the star guard holding a gun while in a car.
May 16, 2023 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent & WJR Contributor talks to Paul about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's visit to Europe and he says Ukraine will be getting more support from several countries including France and Great Britain.
May 16, 2023 ~ Lloyd Jackson, WJR Senior News Analyst tells Paul that a suspect is in custody in connection with the murder of a DMC Nurse and he says this appears to be a case of domestic violence.
May 16, 2023 ~ Senator Gary Peters talks to Paul about the new jet hanger at Selfridge Air National Guard Base and he says it's great for the community.
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About Focus with Paul W. Smith
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National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee Paul W. Smith takes middays live and local for a show that goes in-depth with the newsmakers who are shaping the future of Southeast Michigan. Tune in as Paul…
connects with politicians, business and community leaders, entrepreneurs, and entertainers for longform conversations about why the efforts behind the headlines really matter. Accessible, informative, balanced, and bold, with diverse voices and thought-provoking questions that bring it all into Focus.