Alex McLenon
@alexmclenon.bsky.social
National award winning journalist at 101.9 WDET FM - Detroit Public Radio.
Auto, transit, infrastructure and at-large reporting.
Read some of my latest work here: https://wdet.org/author/alex-mclenon/
Auto, transit, infrastructure and at-large reporting.
Read some of my latest work here: https://wdet.org/author/alex-mclenon/
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· Nov 15
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Ford has opened its new 2.1 million square foot global headquarters in Dearborn. WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social walks listeners through what’s inside.
Ford Motor Company opens new world headquarters building - WDET 101.9 FM
The new facility in Dearborn aims to bring several branches of the car company under one roof, in a building Ford expects to last 100 years.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Ford has opened its new 2.1 million square foot global headquarters in Dearborn. WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social walks listeners through what’s inside.
My latest:
“I’ve seen people more animated and angry about football teams,” says Johns. “His behavior, and this is 100% speculative, was indicative that he’s felt about this for a long time.”
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Burton, Michigan resident recounts interaction with Grand Blanc shooter - WDET 101.9 FM
Kris Johns says he spoke with 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford while canvassing houses, days before the later attacked a Mormon congregation.
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October 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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The Grand Prix has secured a new contract with the city of Detroit through at least 2028, but it’s unclear how — or if — the future of the Renaissance Center could impact that. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 🏁
Detroit Grand Prix secures new contract through 2028, despite uncertainties - WDET 101.9 FM
The new deal green-lights the race through at least 2028. It is unknown how or if the future of the Renaissance Center could impact that.
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June 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The Grand Prix has secured a new contract with the city of Detroit through at least 2028, but it’s unclear how — or if — the future of the Renaissance Center could impact that. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 🏁
On Friday, Juan Manuel Correa told me his goals for the weekend were, "to keep learning the tracks...If we get some silverware in the meantime, that would be pretty sweet."
Silverware aquired. Today, Correa got his first Indy NXT podium — in just his second weekend in the series.
Silverware aquired. Today, Correa got his first Indy NXT podium — in just his second weekend in the series.
June 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM
On Friday, Juan Manuel Correa told me his goals for the weekend were, "to keep learning the tracks...If we get some silverware in the meantime, that would be pretty sweet."
Silverware aquired. Today, Correa got his first Indy NXT podium — in just his second weekend in the series.
Silverware aquired. Today, Correa got his first Indy NXT podium — in just his second weekend in the series.
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After a life-altering crash in 2019, Juan Manuel Correa will be racing at the Detroit Grand Prix this weekend. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 🏁
After life altering crash, Juan Manuel Correa sets sights on racing in America - WDET 101.9 FM
Once the closest American to reaching F1, Correa will be making his third race start in the Indy NXT Series at the Detroit Grand Prix.
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May 31, 2025 at 3:54 PM
After a life-altering crash in 2019, Juan Manuel Correa will be racing at the Detroit Grand Prix this weekend. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 🏁
Team Penske was caught with an illegal part on its cars, leading to a series of realizations that raised questions about officiating.
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Roger Penske's IndyCar team embroiled in scandal ahead of Indy 500 - WDET 101.9 FM
Team Penske was caught with an illegal part on its cars, leading to a series of realizations that raised questions about officiating.
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May 22, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Team Penske was caught with an illegal part on its cars, leading to a series of realizations that raised questions about officiating.
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President Donald Trump was in Michigan on Tuesday to celebrate his first 100 days in office. @alexmclenon.bsky.social recaps the visit:
President Trump marks 100 days in office with Macomb County trip - WDET 101.9 FM
The visit included a stop at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, where the president announced a new F-15 fleet.
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May 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
President Donald Trump was in Michigan on Tuesday to celebrate his first 100 days in office. @alexmclenon.bsky.social recaps the visit:
Fire trucks are one of the most noticeable vehicles on the road. They’re big, they’re red, they’re loud, and they have a very specific job. But what happens to those fire trucks after decades of service? I answer the question in this episode of CuriosiD.
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CuriosiD: What happens to old fire trucks in Detroit? - WDET 101.9 FM
In this episode of CuriosiD, WDET's Alex McLenon answers this question from WDET listener and Detroit Fire Department cadet Kevin Snook.
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April 17, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Fire trucks are one of the most noticeable vehicles on the road. They’re big, they’re red, they’re loud, and they have a very specific job. But what happens to those fire trucks after decades of service? I answer the question in this episode of CuriosiD.
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Protestors hope to chase Elon Musk out of his White House advisory role by discouraging business with the electric car company he owns.
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Protestors hope to chase Elon Musk out of his White House advisory role by discouraging business with the electric car company he owns.
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Activists gather outside Somerset Mall for 'Tesla Takedown' rally - WDET 101.9 FM
Protestors hope to chase Elon Musk out of his White House advisory role by discouraging business with the electric car company he owns.
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March 24, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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Protestors hope to chase Elon Musk out of his White House advisory role by discouraging business with the electric car company he owns.
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Protestors hope to chase Elon Musk out of his White House advisory role by discouraging business with the electric car company he owns.
wdet.org/2025/03/24/a...
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As President Trump addresses a joint session of Congress tonight, reporters from across NPR's newsroom will fact-check and offer context as the speech unfolds.
Follow NPR's annotated fact check of President Trump's address to Congress
As President Trump addresses a joint session of Congress tonight, reporters from across NPR's newsroom will fact check and offer context as the speech unfolds.
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March 5, 2025 at 2:46 AM
As President Trump addresses a joint session of Congress tonight, reporters from across NPR's newsroom will fact-check and offer context as the speech unfolds.
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Economists worry the president’s long-threatened measure could hurt the U.S. and its North American trading partners, while Canadians worry it could plunge their country into a recession.
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Economists worry the president’s long-threatened measure could hurt the U.S. and its North American trading partners, while Canadians worry it could plunge their country into a recession.
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Trump's 25% tariffs against Mexico and Canada now in effect - WDET 101.9 FM
Economists worry President Trump’s measure could hurt the U.S. and its trading partners, while Canadians worry it could spark a recession.
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March 5, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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Economists worry the president’s long-threatened measure could hurt the U.S. and its North American trading partners, while Canadians worry it could plunge their country into a recession.
@wdet.bsky.social
wdet.org/2025/03/04/t...
Economists worry the president’s long-threatened measure could hurt the U.S. and its North American trading partners, while Canadians worry it could plunge their country into a recession.
@wdet.bsky.social
wdet.org/2025/03/04/t...
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BREAKING: Michigan’s Attorney General’s Office could soon carry out an investigation into the 2021 shooting at Oxford High School, WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports.
Michigan supplemental budget proposal includes money for Oxford High School investigation - WDET 101.9 FM
Under Whitmer’s request, $1 million is earmarked for the Attorney General’s Office to review events surrounding the 2021 Oxford shooting.
wdet.org
February 5, 2025 at 11:24 PM
BREAKING: Michigan’s Attorney General’s Office could soon carry out an investigation into the 2021 shooting at Oxford High School, WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports.
An American Airlines commuter jet collided with a helicopter in-air at Reagan National Airport. Google lists the plane as having landed 16 minutes early. 😬
January 30, 2025 at 3:42 AM
An American Airlines commuter jet collided with a helicopter in-air at Reagan National Airport. Google lists the plane as having landed 16 minutes early. 😬
@radiorobreinhart.bsky.social Christmas Rappin' by Kurtis Blow
December 21, 2024 at 8:15 PM
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What is the number one band white guys with no personality listen to?
#Question #JustAsking #AskingForAFriend
#Question #JustAsking #AskingForAFriend
December 20, 2024 at 5:23 PM
What is the number one band white guys with no personality listen to?
#Question #JustAsking #AskingForAFriend
#Question #JustAsking #AskingForAFriend
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City Council President Mary Sheffield is throwing her name into next year’s Detroit mayoral race. She formally announced her candidacy Tuesday night with a roughly hour-and-a-half long event at a union hall in Corktown. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 📝
Mary Sheffield enters 2025 Detroit mayoral race - WDET 101.9 FM
Sheffield is the first to formally announce her candidacy for Detroit's top job, with Mike Duggan not seeking reelection next year.
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December 11, 2024 at 7:19 PM
City Council President Mary Sheffield is throwing her name into next year’s Detroit mayoral race. She formally announced her candidacy Tuesday night with a roughly hour-and-a-half long event at a union hall in Corktown. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports 📝
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Michigan aims to set up a public network of 100,000 electric vehicle charges by 2030 to support an anticipated two million EVs on local roads. A report put together by some of the state’s trade organizations offers guidance on making this vision a reality. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports🔋
'EV roadmap' makes recommendations on supporting electric adoption in Michigan - WDET 101.9 FM
The plan includes a variety of suggestions on how Michigan can accomplish its EV goals, ranging from policy to infrastructure.
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December 2, 2024 at 10:47 PM
Michigan aims to set up a public network of 100,000 electric vehicle charges by 2030 to support an anticipated two million EVs on local roads. A report put together by some of the state’s trade organizations offers guidance on making this vision a reality. @alexmclenon.bsky.social reports🔋
Happy Thanksgiving from Detroit 🤙🏻
November 28, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from Detroit 🤙🏻
November 26, 2024 at 5:26 PM
Almost three years after the mass shooting at Oxford High School, families of the students killed still want to know how the attack could’ve been prevented. However, state and county officials seem to be on different pages about a potential investigation. @wdet.bsky.social
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State and county officials not on same page as Oxford shooting victims look for answers - WDET 101.9 FM
Almost three years after the mass shooting at Oxford High School, families still want to know how the attack could’ve been prevented.
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November 19, 2024 at 10:41 PM
Almost three years after the mass shooting at Oxford High School, families of the students killed still want to know how the attack could’ve been prevented. However, state and county officials seem to be on different pages about a potential investigation. @wdet.bsky.social
wdet.org/2024/11/19/s...
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Here's a starter pack for some of your favorite WDET Detroit public radio folks 📻 @wdet.bsky.social
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November 15, 2024 at 10:47 PM
Here's a starter pack for some of your favorite WDET Detroit public radio folks 📻 @wdet.bsky.social
go.bsky.app/LR9fmN
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Anytime someone brings up politics, consider giving a sly look and repeating "the people always get the democracy they deserve" over and over all night long. The duality of the gesture should play nicely.
The holidays are fast approaching. Some politically divisive conversations could happen after this recent presidential election. What are your tips to help navigate them?
Any tips on having difficult conversations during the holidays? We want to hear
The holidays are fast approaching. Some politically divisive conversations could happen after this recent presidential election. What are your tips to help navigate them?
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November 15, 2024 at 12:01 AM
Anytime someone brings up politics, consider giving a sly look and repeating "the people always get the democracy they deserve" over and over all night long. The duality of the gesture should play nicely.
The Eagle has landed.
November 14, 2024 at 7:08 PM
The Eagle has landed.