Tim Skubick

Tim Skubick started in 1970 with WWJ as its first full-time state capital correspondent, at the time the station went all news.

He has 42 years of covering Michigan politics and government making him the longest-serving member of the capitol press corps. He holds BA and MA degrees from Michigan State University and was awarded the Silver Circle award from the National academy of TV Arts and Sciences for his 37 years in the broadcast news business.

Skubick has won four Emmys and is a member of the Michigan Journalism and Broadcast halls of fame.

GOP To Introduce Right-To-Work Bills With Snyder’s Support

It appears certain that so-called “right-to-work” legislation will be introduced in Michigan on Thursday.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/12/06

Protesters gathered outside the Capitol on Thursday, Dec. 6. (credit: WWJ/Jeff Gilbert).

Pro-Union Protesters Maced, Arrested At State Capitol

A throng of angry union activists massed on the sidewalk outside Rick Snyder’s office and in the Capitol following a news conference during which the governor voiced his support for so-called “right-to-work” legislation.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/12/06

Mich. Senate Approves Detroit Lighting Plan Bills

Let there be light! The Michigan Senate approved legislation Tuesday that brings the creation of a public lighting authority for Detroit one step closer to reality.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/12/04

Michigan Lawmakers Mull Fetus Tax Credit

Should Michigan residents get a tax credit for a child before it is born?

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/11/21

Michigan Lawmakers: 8-Time Felon Fit To Serve?

Some Michigan lawmakers may be looking to stop a recently elected eight-time felon from serving in the House.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/11/09

Exit Polls: Michigan Proposals 2-6 Will Likely Fail

Exit polling from Lansing-based EPIC/MRA shows us how the 6 statewide proposals might fair …

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/11/06

President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney. (Getty Images/Luke Sharrett and Joe Raedle)

Final Debate Gives Candidates Best Chance To Capture Battleground States

It’s one of the last chances to impress huge numbers of voters and both President Obama and Republican Mitt Romney want to appear in command during Monday’s final debate.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/10/22

Third And Final Presidential Debate Tonight

President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney hold their third and final debate at 9 p.m., and you can hear it live on WWJ Newsradio 950.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/10/22

John Vandermark wears his " I Voted" sticker after voting on primary day as Michigan heads to the polls on February 28, 2012 in Royal Oak, Michigan. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Court: Citizenship Check Box Unconstitutional

A major win for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) as a federal judge issues an injunction against the citizenship check off box.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/10/05

Presidential Debate Preview: What Are The Stakes?

“Plenty is riding on this first presidential debate, especially for Mitt Romney, down in the polls in battleground states and coming off an ugly September, he needs to turn things around,” said WWJ’s Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/10/03

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