Media in Dearborn, Michigan

Newpapers

Dearborn has one major local newspaper along with access to newspapers from Detroit and the surrounding region.

The Dearborn Press and Guide

The Dearborn Press and Guide is Dearborn’s newspaper of record and has served the community since 1959. The paper has a circulation of around 5,000 and publishes twice per week on Wednesdays and Sundays.

The Dearborn Press and Guide covers local news, sports, events, schools, businesses, municipal government and more. The newspaper has won numerous Michigan Press Association awards over the years for its news coverage, photography, columns, editorials and more.

Some of the paper’s most popular recurring features include:

  • High school sports coverage and athlete profiles
  • Local events calendars
  • Dining reviews and food features
  • Photo galleries from community events
  • Municipal government and school board reporting

The Dearborn Press and Guide also publishes legal and public notices, classifieds, obituaries and more. Both the print and online editions include advertising from local businesses.

Detroit and Regional Newspapers

In addition to the local Dearborn Press and Guide, residents also have easy access to major Detroit-area daily newspapers like:

  • The Detroit Free Press
  • The Detroit News
  • Daily Tribune (covering Dearborn area suburbs)

These papers provide expanded coverage of news, sports, entertainment, business and other topics at the metro and regional levels. Most also have eEditions available for digital subscribers.

Many Dearborn residents also subscribe to community-specific weekly newspapers covering nearby cities like:

  • Dearborn Heights: The Dearborn Heights Post
  • Livonia: Livonia Observer
  • Westland: Westland Observer

Television Stations

Dearborn residents can access all the major broadcast TV stations from Detroit as well as numerous cable channels.

Broadcast TV

Being located in the Detroit TV market (DMA), Dearbornites can watch and receive the following stations with a digital antenna:

Major Network Affiliates

  • WJBK (Fox)
  • WDIV (NBC)
  • WWJ (CBS)
  • WXYZ (ABC)

Other Stations

  • WTVS (PBS)
  • WADL (Independent)
  • WKBD (CW)
  • WMYD (MyNetwork TV)

These stations provide local news, weather, and sports in addition to network programming. Most also have apps and streaming options for cord-cutters. Those unable to install an antenna can also subscribe to live TV streaming platforms like YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream to access the Detroit broadcast channels.

Local Origination

Dearborn’s city government also runs a local origination cable TV channel. Dearborn TV can be found on Comcast Xfinity Cable channel 12 and features programming like:

  • Live broadcasts and replays of city council meetings
  • Interviews with city leaders and coaches
  • Youth sports games
  • Event coverage

The channel provides hyperlocal Dearborn-centric programming to cable subscribers within city limits.

Cable/Satellite TV

Almost all Dearborn households have access to cable TV providers like Xfinity or satellite services like DirecTV and DISH Network. These paid providers include Detroit and national programming options spanning:

  • Hundreds of entertainment channels (AMC, TBS, MTV, etc.)
  • Premium networks like HBO and Showtime
  • 24 hour news networks
  • Dozens of sports channels like ESPN, NFL Network, Big Ten Network and more
  • Kids channels like Nickelodeon and Disney
  • And much more

So whether watching primetime sitcoms, prestige dramas, live sports, or news analysis – Dearbornites have endless TV viewing options via broadcast, cable or streaming.

Radio Stations

From music to talk and sports, Dearborn residents can tap into Detroit’s strong radio culture covering every genre.

Music

Popular music stations include:

  • WDRQ (93.1 – Pop/Top 40)
  • WDVD (96.3 – Hot Adult Contemporary)
  • WCSX (94.7 – Classic Rock)
  • WJLB (97.9 – Hip-Hop/R&B)
  • WMXD (92.3 – Urban Adult Contemporary)

These mainstream stations offer listeners the latest chart-topping hits as well as classic tunes spanning back decades. Fans of specific genres like country (WDRQ), alternative (89X) and jazz (WRCJ) can also find specialty stations to match their tastes.

News/Talk

For news, politics and opinion programming, top stations include:

  • WWJ News Radio (950 AM) – Live and local reporting, traffic/weather updates
  • WJR (760 AM) – Conservative talk and lifestyle advice shows
  • WXYT (1270 AM) – CBS Sports Radio
  • WDFN (1130 AM) – Fox Sports Radio

These talk, news and sports stations provide both local perspectives from Detroit area hosts as well as nationally syndicated shows. The AM dial also offers niche talk like progressive station WDTK (1400 AM).

Public/College Radio

Dearborn area residents looking for an alternative to commercial radio have other options like:

WDET (101.9 FM)

WDET is Detroit’s public radio station operated by Wayne State University. The NPR affiliate provides public radio staples like Fresh Air along with local arts/culture and public affairs programming.

WRCJ (90.9 FM)

WRCJ is Detroit’s 24-hour jazz station operated by Detroit Public Schools. In addition to music, it also features community event listings.

WHFR (89.3 FM)

Located in Dearborn itself, WHFR is the radio station run by Henry Ford College students. It provides the local student community a platform for DJs to develop their on-air skills while curating eclectic playlists.

Online/Social Media

From local blogs to city pages on social platforms, Dearborn has a strong online and digital media presence as well.

Local News Sites

In addition to the websites operated by local print publications, Dearbornites also frequent these online-only local news destinations:

  • Dearborn.org – Popular city blog covering news, events, business and city life
  • Dearborn Patch – Dearborn chapter of the Patch.com hyperlocal news network
  • Dearborn Times-Herald – Affiliate site tied to the Detroit newspaper covering Dearborn happenings

Municipal Pages on Social

Almost all facets of Dearborn’s local government actively maintain pages, profiles and groups on major social media sites like:

Facebook

  • City of Dearborn Government
  • Dearborn Public Library
  • Dearborn Public Schools
  • Dearborn Police Department
  • Dearborn Fire Department

Twitter

  • @CityofDearborn
  • @DearbornLib
  • @DearbornSchools
  • @DearbornPolice

Instagram

  • @cityofdearborn
  • @dearbornlibrary
  • @dearbornschools

Neighborhood Groups on Social

Hyperlocal neighborhood groups have also sprouted up on Facebook and Nextdoor allowing residents to stay on top of happenings at the block level. These groups cover neighborhood subsets like:

  • East Dearborn Crime Watch
  • Dearborn Heights Community Connect
  • Southwest Dearborn Community Group
  • Dylan Heights Neighbors
  • North Dearborn Soccer Parents

Conclusion

Whether following the latest news in print or online, cheering for the Fordson Tractors on Dearborn TV, listening to the classic hits radio station on the drive to work, or connecting with neighbors on a community Facebook group – Dearborn residents have a robust local media ecosystem keeping them informed, connected and entertained. From hyperlocal happenings to metro Detroit coverage and national stories – Dearbornites have access to it all through this diverse array of media outlets and platforms.

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Directions

  • Take I-94 West toward Detroit. After about 20 miles, take exit 209A to merge onto Southfield Fwy/M-39 N toward Telegraph Rd/US-24. Continue on M-39 N for 5 miles then use the left lane to take exit 34B to merge onto North US-12/Carlysle St via I-96 toward Dearborn. After 1 mile turn left onto Wyoming Ave. 3250 Wyoming Ave will be on the right just after Ford Rd.
  • Start out going east on Ford Rd toward Telegraph Rd for 6 miles. Turn right onto S Telegraph Rd. Continue for 3 miles then turn left onto US-12 E/Michigan Ave for 1 mile. Turn right onto Wyoming Ave and 3250 Wyoming Ave is shortly after that on the right.
  • Get on I-94 W. Take exit 210 for US-12 toward Dearborn. Follow US-12 E for 7 miles. Turn left onto Wyoming Ave. 3250 Wyoming Ave will be right after the Ford Rd intersection on the right.