Episodes
Throughout over 600 episodes of The Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark has sat down to listen to the stories of hundreds of people. On a brand new episode, Zach reflects back on some of the most impactful stories. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)
Published 04/26/24
Published 04/26/24
The NFL Draft is going to focus the eyes of the world on downtown Detroit -- a downtown that at one point was the butt of many jokes. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark highlights some can't-miss places for draft fans. (PHOTO: Mandi Wright/USA Today)
Published 04/25/24
Two broods of cicadas are set to emerge from the ground this spring and that could create trillions of bugs, something that hasn't happened in centuries. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that the main use for the cicadas is going to be food for animals... and even some humans. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Published 04/24/24
Drunk driving kills thousands each year across the nation. And over the weekend, we received a painful reminder of that in Monroe County. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher wonders if a new law on the way would have helped prevent another needless tragedy. (Credit: Getty)
Published 04/23/24
Michigan is a seemingly endless source of natural resources and beauty. But on this Earth Day, are we doing enough to preserve our state? On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark talks to experts about what we can do specific to Metro Detroit. (PHOTO: Big Joe/Getty) 
Published 04/22/24
Since 1958, the Spirit of Detroit statue has welcomed visitors to the city on Woodward. And in that time, it has grown to become more than a piece of art, but a symbol for the city. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino dig into the sculpture's history. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)
Published 04/19/24
The NFL Draft comes to downtown Detroit at the end of April and will mark the largest event in the city in years, and officials say they're prepared. But on a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark wonders if they are ready... or just as ready as they can be. (PHOTO: Ryan Garza/USA Today Network)
Published 04/18/24
The Detroit Red Wings' season ended in heartbreaking fashion, missing the playoffs for a franchise-worst 8th straight season. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores whether the season was a success, and if we will ever see the true return of 'Hockeytown.' (Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports)
Published 04/17/24
The Renaissance Center along the Detroit Riverfront has been the headquarters of General Motors for nearly 30 years. So why then, is GM leaving? On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores GM's departure, as well as what comes next for the RenCen. (Credit: Junfu Han/USA Today)
Published 04/16/24
Kwame Kilpatrick went from being the future of Detroit to one of the city's most notable felons. While Kilpatrick is out of prison, he still owes hundreds of thousands dollars. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark wonders what it will take for Kilpatrick to clear his debt. (PHOTO: Phillip Faraone/Getty)
Published 04/15/24
Paul Whelan was arrested by the Russians and accused of being a spy in late 2018. He's been in a Russian prison ever since. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark gets a look into the mind of Paul Whelan himself. (PHOTO: GoFundMe)
Published 04/12/24
Two of the three Nigerian men who extorted Upper Peninsula teen Jordan DeMay that led him to suicide have not only been extradited, they've pled guilty to charges that could send them to prison for decades. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark digs into what's driving a spike in 'sextortion'. (PHOTO: Katie Goodale/USA Today)
Published 04/11/24
For the second time in four months, DTE Energy is asking the Michigan Public Service Commission to approve a rate hike, despite the objection of some lawmakers. But on a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that those lawmakers might only have themselves to blame. (PHOTO: Ed Coury/WWJ)
Published 04/10/24
General Motors, as part of a team under Lunar Outpost, is among three remaining candidates for a contract from NASA to build the next lunar terrain vehicle. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores why GM would have an interest in space, and why America is going back to the moon. (Credit: NASA)
Published 04/09/24
Earlier this year, in a landmark case, James and Jennifer Crumbley were convicted of four counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with their son murdering four classmates at Oxford High School. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks ahead to the couples sentencing. (PHOTO: Mandy Wright / USA Today)
Published 04/08/24
Detroit Tigers Opening Day is one of the city's biggest parties every year. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores some other Detroit traditions that define the region. (PHOTO: Kimberly P. Mitchell/USA Today)
Published 04/05/24
For the first time in two centuries, parts of Metro Detroit will be in the Path of Totality as the U.S. experiences a total solar eclipse -- where the moon will completely block the sun. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark has a closer look at this generational event.  (PHOTO: Getty Images)
Published 04/04/24
Longtime cannabis activist and musician John Sinclair passed away this week at 82. Sinclair was the catalyst for the modern marijuana movement not only in Michigan but across the country. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark digs through the dense legacy Sinclair leaves behind. (PHOTO: Junfu Han/ USA Today Network)
Published 04/03/24
In March, the Michigan Shipwreck Research Association announced it had discovered the wreck of the Milwaukee — a vessel that sunk to the bottom of Lake Michigan in 1886, 137 years before. Its discovery adds to the record number discovered in Lake Michigan last year. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores what is known about the wreck, and why there is a surge in shipwreck discoveries. (Photo credit: Michigan Shipwreck Research Association) 
Published 04/02/24
In August of 1989, Larry DeLisle drove a station wagon with his wife and four children in it into the Detroit River, killing the kids. On a new Daily J On The Case, WWJ's Christy Strawser and Zach Clark explore whether he had a leg cramp and a deficient car, or if he's a cold-blooded killer. (PHOTO: Fox 2 Detroit/YouTube)
Published 04/01/24
You'd think raising well over 100 children would put Amanda Moore on the map. And in a way, it did. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark learns that one of Miss Moore's foster daughters went on to record Motown's first #1 single. (PHOTO: Amanda Moore 03-17-1955 p.I-4 Romeo Community Archives, Romeo District Library, Romeo, MI.)
Published 03/29/24
Oakland University's men's basketball season came to an end after a hard fought OT loss to NC State in the round of 32. But they'll be remembered for when they made national headlines by upsetting 3rd seeded Kentucky. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores what that moment was like, and what comes next for the program. (Credit: Gregory Fisher/USA Today)
Published 03/28/24
The almost two-mile long Francis Scott Key bridge collapsed in Baltimore on Tuesday after it was struck by a container ship. Michigan has thousands of bridges and multiple ports. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark examines what safeguards are in place across the Great Lakes. (PHOTO: Mandi Wright/USA Today)
Published 03/27/24
The Powerball and Mega Millions lotteries are approaching $2 billion in combined jackpots. On this Daily J, WWJ's Brian Fisher explores what kind of good people could do with that money. (Credit: Alex Hicks Jr/ USA Today)
Published 03/26/24