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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)

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)

You never know who you're going to meet along the way — So have a seat and listen

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)

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)

After years of planning , the NFL Draft has finally arrived in Detroit. And the city has rolled out the red carpet to the world

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)

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)

Trillions of cicadas will blanket the Midwest this spring. And for some people, that means dinner is served

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)

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)

Could alcohol detection technology have prevented another drunk driving tragedy?

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) 

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)

Experts say climate change is happening right here in Metro Detroit. So what should we be doing to preserve our planet?

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)

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)

Its image has come to define our city, but there's still a lot you don't know about the Spirit of Detroit

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)

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)

Detroit officials say they are ready to host the NFL Draft. Are they really?

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)

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)

Heartbreak in Hockeytown — Will the Red Wings ever return to Stanley Cup winning form?

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)

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)

Why is GM leaving the Renaissance Center, and what comes next for city's iconic building?

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)

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)

It has been over a decade since former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted on federal racketeering charges. Will he ever pay off his debt to the city?

A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.

A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.

The Daily J

In honor of Halloween, the Daily J is sharing 15 of Michigan's spookiest stories -- a perfect listen while handing out candy or Trick-or-Treating. WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino tell stories from Downtown Detroit to Mackinac Island. (PHOTO: Annie Scaramuzzino/WWJ)

In honor of Halloween, the Daily J is sharing 15 of Michigan's spookiest stories -- a perfect listen while handing out candy or Trick-or-Treating. WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino tell stories from Downtown Detroit to Mackinac Island. (PHOTO: Annie Scaramuzzino/WWJ)

From Houdini's death in Detroit to haunted bars and cemeteries -- These are Michigan's scariest ghost stories

Harry Houdini has become synonymous with magic and daring escapes. And despite not being a native, Houdini's connection to Detroit is strong. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino dive into the tale of Houdini's death in Detroit on Halloween almost 100 years ago. (PHOTO: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel files via Imagn Content Services, LLC)

Harry Houdini has become synonymous with magic and daring escapes. And despite not being a native, Houdini's connection to Detroit is strong. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino dive into the tale of Houdini's death in Detroit on Halloween almost 100 years ago. (PHOTO: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel files via Imagn Content Services, LLC)

Nearly 100 years after Harry Houdini died in Detroit on Halloween, does his spirit still haunt the city?

For almost 100 years, the Cadieux Café has been feeding and entertaining people on Detroit's east side. But in that time, has the famed bar collected the spirits of past owners and patrons? On a new Spooky J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino head into the city to find out. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)

For almost 100 years, the Cadieux Café has been feeding and entertaining people on Detroit's east side. But in that time, has the famed bar collected the spirits of past owners and patrons? On a new Spooky J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino head into the city to find out. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)

Friendly ghosts & feather bowling: The Cadieux Café is one of the most "spirited" haunts in Detroit

On this Friday the 13th in October, there is no more appropriate topic than curses. Was it the curse of a scorned mother that caused disease and death in what is now an Up North ghost town? On a new Spooky J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino try to unearth the legend of Pere Cheney. (PHOTO: Mike Sonnenberg/Lost In Michigan)

On this Friday the 13th in October, there is no more appropriate topic than curses. Was it the curse of a scorned mother that caused disease and death in what is now an Up North ghost town? On a new Spooky J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino try to unearth the legend of Pere Cheney. (PHOTO: Mike Sonnenberg/Lost In Michigan)

Pere Cheney is Michigan’s own 'haunted' ghost town – but was a curse to blame for its devastating downfall?

When Orson Starr and his family arrived in Michigan from New York in the mid-1800s, they helped build what is present day Royal Oak. On a new Spooky J -- WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the Starr house to see who still may be lingering.  (PHOTO: Annie Scaramuzzino/WWJ)

When Orson Starr and his family arrived in Michigan from New York in the mid-1800s, they helped build what is present day Royal Oak. On a new Spooky J -- WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the Starr house to see who still may be lingering.  (PHOTO: Annie Scaramuzzino/WWJ)

Orson Starr and his family were among Royal Oak’s founders. And some may have never left the family home

Mackinac Island is known for a lot of things, the no-car policy, fudge and deep historical connections. On a Spooky J edition of the Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino take a look at the haunted history of the island and the undead who inhabit it. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

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Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

Mackinac Island is known for a lot of things, the no-car policy, fudge and deep historical connections. On a Spooky J edition of the Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino take a look at the haunted history of the island and the undead who inhabit it. (PHOTO: Getty Images)
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Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

Is Mackinac Island one of the world's most haunted places? Experts say it's the perfect spot for ghosts

Singapore, Michigan would be neighbors with Saugatuck, on Michigan's west coast. That is, if Singapore didn't disappear over a century ago. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Kyle Beery visit the banks of the Kalamazoo River to find out how a town can gets buried in time. Literally. (PHOTO: Saugatuck-Douglas History Center)

Singapore, Michigan would be neighbors with Saugatuck, on Michigan's west coast. That is, if Singapore didn't disappear over a century ago. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Kyle Beery visit the banks of the Kalamazoo River to find out how a town can gets buried in time. Literally. (PHOTO: Saugatuck-Douglas History Center)

A beachside ghost town that vanished 150 years ago, buried in sand: The story of Singapore, Michigan

The Marche du Nain Rouge has been happening in the Cass Corridor since 2010. But the legend of the Nain Rouge goes back to the founding of Detroit. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino explore how Detroiters have modernized a centuries-old legend in the name of a party. (PHOTO: Francis Grunow)

The Marche du Nain Rouge has been happening in the Cass Corridor since 2010. But the legend of the Nain Rouge goes back to the founding of Detroit. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino explore how Detroiters have modernized a centuries-old legend in the name of a party. (PHOTO: Francis Grunow)

Is this red goblin responsible for all the bad things that have ever happened to Detroit? Some people think so.

The property at Eloise hasn't functioned as a medical facility since 1979. But for the last several years, the grounds have served not only as a haunted attraction but as a place for paranormal hunts. Which, not everybody loves. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino discover the real history behind the Eloise Asylum.  (PHOTO: Tom Pidgeon, Special to the Free Press)

The property at Eloise hasn't functioned as a medical facility since 1979. But for the last several years, the grounds have served not only as a haunted attraction but as a place for paranormal hunts. Which, not everybody loves. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino discover the real history behind the Eloise Asylum.  (PHOTO: Tom Pidgeon, Special to the Free Press)

The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history

What do self-playing pianos, haunted tea sets, sobbing ghosts, murderous cherubs and top-notch Beef Wellington have in common? They can all be found at The Whitney in Detroit. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the century-old mansion to meet some of the original residents...who may still be living there. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)

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Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

What do self-playing pianos, haunted tea sets, sobbing ghosts, murderous cherubs and top-notch Beef Wellington have in common? They can all be found at The Whitney in Detroit. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the century-old mansion to meet some of the original residents...who may still be living there. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)
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Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?

Interested in all things creepy, spooky, freaky, mythical or weird?  Here are our favorite Daily J episodes featuring the unexplained, paranormal or just plain legendary in our state, 

Interested in all things creepy, spooky, freaky, mythical or weird?  Here are our favorite Daily J episodes featuring the unexplained, paranormal or just plain legendary in our state,

Michigan Haunts & Legends

A daily dive into the top story across Metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.

A daily dive into the top story across Metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.

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