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The American Library Association reports that 2021 and 2022 have seen some of the highest numbers of book challenges in decades.

On today's show, we heard more about library book disputes and explored the great lakes' mussel issue. Plus, more on Michigan's paw paw fruit and a new book by a local author.

Community members within the Dearborn Public School District have been in heated debate over several LGBTQ-positive books and their availability to students.

In Oak Park, Michigan, independent bookstore The Book Beat is gearing up to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Stateside spoke with owners Cary Loren and Colleen Kammer about their long-running success.

Crain's Detroit Business reporter on Kellogg's splitting up its headquarters. Then, re-visiting our discussion with the author who wanted to capture the essence of northern Michigan. Also, representatives for Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw talk about the ending of temporary housing for Afghan refugees.

The Queer Comics Peddler is a pop-up bookstore selling LGBTQA+ books, comics, and zines. Starting in July, it recurs monthly at Bridge Community Café on the third Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hundreds of protesters gathered in Oxford, Michigan, to rally for stricter gun laws. Next, the executive producer of the Moth Mainstage discusses the upcoming show in Lansing and the organization's new best selling book. Finally, two artists talk about the installation they're working on to commemorate Vincent Chin.

From books about the history of AIDS activism and affecting personal narratives to cozy mysteries and plenty of romance, we've rounded up eight books to help you mark Pride Month.

The new CEO of Planned Parenthood of Michigan discussed her hopes for abortion access in the state. Then, a new book features the works of Arab Americans in Detroit. Also, we talked with the co-founder of Detroit’s first and only Bud and Breakfast.

Canada prepares to implement a freeze on imports and sales of handguns. Also, the Ann Arbor Academy is a school that serves students with neurodivergent learning differences and disabilities who struggle in traditional classrooms. Finally, Detroit author Aaron Foley’s first novel, Boys Come First, tells the story of three gay Black men as they navigate millennial life in Detroit.