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First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale

Cumulus Media Detroit

760 WJR’s Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale presents the news and information you need to start your day, with fresh perspectives and commentary on everything from politics to pop-culture.

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00:34:55

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ July...

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2024/07/10

July 10, 2024 ~ Rain, rain and more rain. State Democrat calls for Joe Biden to step down. We are on verdict watch in the Samantha Woll murder trial. Ford loses some of it's incentive for Marshall battery plant. DOJ shuts down Russian misinformation bot farm. Mackinac Island getting a speed limit.

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00:36:51

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ July...

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2024/07/09

July 9, 2024 ~ Metro Detroit braces for the remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl. Detroit to crack down on illegal block parties. Governor Whitmer's new book comes out today. President Biden staying in the race as news of a Parkinson's expert visiting the White House multiple times comes to light. Gas prices down slightly. 5 people rescued from Lake Erie. We check in with "Trash the Clown" and NATO summit kicks off in Washington DC.

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00:06:29

Port Huron’s Trash the Clown: Environmental Champion...

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2024/07/09

July 9, 2024 ~ Trash The Clown has become a folk hero around Port Huron for cleaning up the city one piece of garage at a time. She is now organizing "Trash Bash" a city wide clean up and music festival July 20th. Find out more about Trash at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557042123100

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00:36:56

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ July...

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2024/07/08

July 8, 2024 ~ Back from vacation. Block party shooting on Detroit's East Side kills 2, injures 19. Biden coming to Michigan. Samantha Woll murder trial resumes today. New Israel/Hamas cease fire deal on table. Last survivor of Rochester Hills splash pad shooting released from the hospital. Remnants of Hurricane Beryl may hit us mid week. Kevin Bacon goes out in public in disguise, hates it.

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00:38:15

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/28

June 28, 2024 ~ Disasterous night for Joe Biden in his first debate with Donald Trump. Hillsdale County deputy killed during a traffic stop. Oakland County Deputy Bradley Reckling's funeral today. Woman who crashed car into Swan Creek Boat Club killing two children to face trial. Supreme Court throws out opioid settlement, allows emergency abortions in Idaho. State passes $82 billion budget. Bronny James drafted by the Lakers.

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00:34:20

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/27

June 27, 2024 ~ We wake Renee out of a dead sleep on her vacation to wish her a happy birthday. One suspect in Deputy Bradley Reckling's death charged, other two were out on bond for gun charges from traffic chases back in March. Samantha Woll murder trial takes another turn. SCOTUS leaks Idaho abortion ruling. Biden pardons gay service members from decades past. Pistons draft Ron Holland with 5th pick in the NBA draft. Illegal border crossings down 42% but up to 400 illegal migrants with ties to

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00:36:55

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/26

June 26, 2024 ~ Is youth voter apathy at an all time high? Candlelight Vigil and funeral arrangements announced for Deputy Bradley Reckling. Michigan judge blocks 24 hour waiting period for abortions. Michael Jackson Bolanos's cell phone data introduced in Samantha Woll murder case. UN tells Israel they'll stop humanitarian efforts in Gaza if they don't change strategy. ICC issues warrants for two high ranking Russian officials. Trump has gag order partially lifted. Hunter Biden loses law license

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00:35:41

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/25

June 25, 2024 ~ Julian Assange reaches plea deal with the United States. Riverfront Conservancy gets $35 million shot in the arm. Michael Jackson Bolanos's search history examined in Samantha Woll murder trial. Cargo ship that crashed in Key Bridge leaves Baltimore harbor. Feds suggest charges for Boeing. Gas prices down, July may be another hot month. Sheriff Michael Bouchard remembers Deputy Bradley Reckling who lost his life in the line of duty. Michigan's largest insurer will no longer cover

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00:33:38

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/24

June 24, 2024 ~ Goodbye Lakeside Mall. Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy killed in the line of duty. Israel winding down operations in Gaza to focus on threat from the north. Auto dealers hit with huge cyber attack. Oil spill in Northville. Barry Sanders health scare.

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00:35:20

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/21

June 21, 2024 ~ More storms blow through delaying DTE's effort to restore power. Defense turns tables on prosecution in Samantha Woll trial. Donald Sutherland dead at 88. Stellantis may make job cuts. RFK does not make debate stage. Are flip phones making a comeback?

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00:07:22

Volunteer in Detroit This Summer: 400+ Nonprofits

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2024/06/21

June 21, 2024 ~ Jeanette Phillips, executive director of Share Detroit, highlights the “Need Doesn’t Get a Vacation” initiative aimed at boosting volunteer engagement with over 400 nonprofits during the busy summer months. Visit https://sharedetroit.org/

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00:34:13

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/20

June 20, 2024 ~ Storms roll through leaving tens of thousands of people without power. 3 more survivors of splash pad shooting released from the hospital. Russia and North Korea form an alliance. US solider sentenced to four years in Russia. Israeli military leader questioning Netanyahu's goal of completely eradicating Hamas. Pistons fire coach Monty Williams.

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00:36:12

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/19

June 19, 2024 ~ It's Juneteenth. Michigan State Police investigating officer involved shooting in Wayne and dead body found on I-96. Biden unveils new immigration executive order for married undocumented immigrants. Netanyahu blasts Biden administration. Baseball legend Willie Mays dies at 93. Pete Lucido not ruling out charges for splash pad shooter's mother. Justin Timberlake arrested for a DUI.

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00:36:29

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/18

June 18, 2024 ~ Sheriff Bouchard gives update on splash pad shooting. Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet. Ex-boyfriend who confessed to Samantha Woll's murder and was released due to lack of evidence takes the stand. Feds say UM did not properly assess hostile environment on campus during protests. Putin and Kim Jong Un meet. US Surgeon General calls for warning labels on social media platforms. Trump and Biden agree on debate rules.

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00:32:54

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/17

June 17, 2024 ~ 3 shootings involving children this weekend: 9 people injured when gunman opened fire at splash pad in Rochester Hills, shooting at a house party in Lathrup Village and a shoot out in Detroit leves a number of people aged 14-20 injured, one dead. Former President Donald Trump makes a number of stops in Detroit over the weekend. Heat dome will have us in the 90s all week. 8 Israeli soldiers killed over the weekend. Israel has agreed to daily humanitarian pauses in Rafah. American and

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00:09:55

Okemos Detailers to Work on Air Force One

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2024/06/17

June 17, 2024 ~ Jessica and Travis Rook, owners of Final Approach Detailing in Okemos, have been chosen to detail planes, including Air Force One, at the Museum of Flight in Washington due to their exceptional skills and industry reputation. Their aviation backgrounds and specialized aircraft detailing knowledge were pivotal in their selection for this prestigious project. Find them at https://www.finalapproachdetailing.com/

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00:33:49

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/14

June 14, 2024 ~ Remembering our dads ahead of Father's Day. Day 3 of Samantha Woll trial shows finger print evidence non-conclusive. Supreme Court makes major ruling on abortion drug. Senate bill to protect IVF doesn't pass. Biden signs agreement with Ukraine, says he won't commute Hunter's sentence at G7. Evan Gershkovich trial to begin in Russia. Officials warn of water hazards around Mackinac Island. We run down a list of best TV dads.

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00:35:32

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/13

June 13, 2024 ~ Police and neighbors testify in Samantha Woll trial. Congressional republicans hold Merick Garland in contempt. Federal reserve stays put. Final two Oxford School Board members from when the shooting took place, resign. Ascension traces source of cyber attack. Jerry West dead at 86. Missiles fired into Israel from Lebanon. Law enforcement warns of dangerous new drug. Most dangerous intersections in Michigan revealed. Joey Chestnut vs Kobayashi set for Sept. 2nd on Netflix. Mickey

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00:34:56

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ June...

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2024/06/12

June 12, 2024 ~ State Board of Education calls for investigation into Oxford High School shooting. Karen McDonald launches task force on gun violence. Hunter Biden found guilty on all charges. Israel says Hamas rejects latest cease fire deal. 8 men arrested with alleged ties to ISIS. GM adjusts their EV production goals. Defense in Samantha Woll murder case says it was crime of passion by ex-boyfriend, not the current suspect who killed her. The worst one word text response.

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00:09:24

Inflation Hits Fast Food: What Customers Face

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2024/06/12

June 12, 2024 ~ Franchise expert Nick Neonakis discusses the rising fast food prices due to supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and increased minimum wages, alongside the impacts of technology on restaurant operations and customer experience. He also touches on the economic and political implications of these trends and offers listeners a free book.

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