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"IT in the D" is a program launched 18 months ago to address the shortage of qualified IT workers in the Motor City. Quicken Loans, Compuware, GalaxE.Solutions, Fat Head, and Marketing Associates teamed up deciding they had a better chance of going after qualified IT workers if they worked together to lure much in demand workers against places like Silicon Valley than going it alone. (Photo: Paul Pytlowany, CBS 62)

Inside ‘Bridging Michigan’s Workforce Divide’ Special On CBS 62

What’s ahead for the state that put the world on wheels?

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The General Motors technical center campus in Warren. Wikimedia Commons photo.

Matt’s Favorites: Fouts Calls For GM HQ Move (Again), And More

What’s the latest in technology and related fields this fine early week? I’m ever so glad you asked. Here’s what I found on an entertainingly busy day. * Most times when you go to a […]

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/05/13

Big Summer Blockbuster Has Local Ties

The Detroit Institute of Arts is hosting a preview screening for Monsters University.

2013/05/13

BP TIGERS FLYAWAY CONTEST 2013 OFFICIAL RULES

BP TIGERS FLYAWAY CONTEST 2013 OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. 1. HOW TO ENTER […]

2013/05/13

This is Ground Control to major... Chris?

Matt’s Favorites: Verizon Outage, Orbital Craziness, Forget Privacy, And Much More

So what’s the latest from the wild world of high tech on this Mother’s Day weekend? Ever so glad you asked…

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/05/12

NextEra Energy Resources Selects GE’s New 1.7-100 Brilliant Wind Turbine for Michigan Wind Farm

On Wednesday GE (NYSE: GE) introduced the 1.7-100 Brilliant wind turbine, the world’s most efficient wind turbine in its class. GE will supply 59 of its new turbines, with a hub height of 80 meters (262 feet), to NextEra Energy Resources LLC’s wind farm, planned for the thumb region of Michigan.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/05/08