Class is in session across the nation, and with it comes the return of college sports. But it's not just happening on the field, but behind the monitor as well. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores the rise of esports, and how it works at various levels. (Credit: Lawrence Tech University)

According to the Michigan High School Athletic Association, about 250,000 kids play high school sports every year across the state. And that number doesn't even include club sports or younger children. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that kids and experts agree that sports are fun and beneficial. But they also agree that poor parental behavior can wipe away all of that positivity. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

This episode originally aired on July 26th 2023. There are many things tied to our identities as Michiganders. Saying pop, not soda, eating Coney dogs, and -- playing euchre. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores what makes the game so popular in the Midwest -- but almost non-existent outside the region. (Credit: Getty Images)

Rob Sims and Calvin Johnson were teammates in the NFL. Now, they're business partners and owners of the Primitiv brand -- a Michigan-based company that makes THC and CBD products. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark has more on the company's goal in revolutionizing the performance and recovery industry. (PHOTO: Annie Scaramuzzino/WWJ)

On Friday, UAW members voted 97% in favor of authorizing a strike, should new contracts with Ford, GM and Stellantis not be struck by the September 14 deadline. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores what the UAW wants from these negotiations, and how high the risk for strike really is. (PHOTO: Mike Clevenger/USA Today)

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield is exploring a run for Detroit Mayor in 2025. Mayor Mike Duggan, currently on his third term, has yet to make a decision. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores what issues will highlight the 2025 mayoral race in Detroit. (PHOTO: Sarabeth Maney/Junfu Han/USA Today)

When all three nuclear power stations are up and running, Michigan gets about 30% of its energy from nuclear sources. But for the last year, the Palisades plant on Lake Michigan has been shuttered. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks into the future to see what role nuclear power plays in a greener future. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

How often do you think about the way you talk? For Ryan Redoute, the answer was 'not often'. At least until he started making YouTube, TikTok and Instagram videos about the Michigan accent. Now, his videos about Michigan life have been viewed millions of times. On a new Sunday Conversation, WWJ's Zach Clark chats with Ryan about his rise to fame and what lies ahead. (PHOTO: Ryan Redoute/Facebook)

The easiest way to spot a Michigander, usually, is to listen to them talk. But what happens if that Michigan accent disappears? On this episode of The Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that the accent isn't disappearing, it's changing. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

Detroit Metro Airport is the gateway to the rest of the world for Michiganders. At least it usually is. But today, it was in chaos — essentially closed by flooding over the entrances, stranding countless travelers on the side of the road. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explains exactly what went wrong. (PHOTO: Mike Campbell/WWJ)