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WJR News Now episodes

  • Hump Day Eve: From Missing Hikers to Senate Mannequins
    September 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Supreme Court, Mitch McConnell’s return, the Isle Royale hiker rescue, rising gas prices, and the Gordie Howe International Bridge’s successful debut traffic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    9 min
  • Nail-Biters and Ninth-Inning Sweeps: A Wild Weekend in Detroit Sports
    September 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson review the Lions’ tense win, Michigan and Michigan State football victories, local crime news, and the Tigers’ sweep during this morning’s sports and headlines update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    10 min
  • Trump’s Five-Grand Promise and Other Thursday Morning Chaos
    September 10, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the RNC’s “Trumpapalooza” rally, a clubhouse fire, Detroit City Council’s DTE concerns, a proposed political contribution law, and the new iPhone Duo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    10 min
  • Hump Day Headlines: Rain, Race Polls, and Jury Drama
    September 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Michigan’s tight political polls, the hung Lindsey Clancy jury, and the tragic Illinois murder case that mirrors the details of the ongoing trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    10 min
  • Clancy Mistrial; U of M Controversy and It's Picture Day!
    September 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get this shortened week off right by talking about Chris' kids picture day; University of Michigan's controversial win and what's next for Lindsay Clancy after a mistrial was declared. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    9 min
  • Trial Updates and More
    September 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson start your day off with the headlines that matter. The latest on the Lindsay Clancy trial; the latest from the Charlie Kirk Assassination Trial and the LA Clippers Salary Cap Controversy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    10 min
  • JD Vance Visits Michigan and More
    Sept. 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk about Vice President JD Vance's visit to Michigan, President Donald Trump's plan to lower drug prices, him being able to continue building his new ballroom, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    9 min
  • Lions Roster Cuts; Skubal's Return and More Conflict In Iran
    August 31, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk about the Lions Roster cut, who's staying and who's going; the return of Terik Skubal to Comerica Park, did he get booed? And when will we see gas prices drop here in the US? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    10 min
  • Nepal Flash Floods; Midterms; Meta Settles and Tigers Chat
    August 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson start your day by giving you details about the Nepal/Tibet flash flooding; chat about the midterms; find out more about the meta lawsuit settlement and talk some Detroit Tigers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    11 min
  • Remembering Dolly And Tigers Talk
    August 26, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get your Wednesday off on the right foot, remembering Dolly Parton and talking a little Tigers Baseball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    9 min

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