Detroit Today: The meaning behind monuments in America
This week, a 7-foot monument honoring Viola Liuzzo – a local mother and activist killed by KKK members for marching...
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Detroit Today: Unpacking the Republican debate, Trump and Biden’s visit
While the second Republican debate took place Wednesday night in Simi Valley, Calif., former President and Republican front-runner Donald Trump...
Detroit Today: EV charging station technician training kicks off in Detroit
As major automakers continue their shift to electric vehicles, creating the needed infrastructure to support electrification is one of the...
Detroit Today: UAW perspective on the expanding strike
The United Auto Workers strike against the Big Three continues picking up steam, with the union expanding walkouts at all...
Detroit Today: How Detroit reduced crime in its most violent precincts
Detroit's 8th and 9th precincts saw an approximate 20% reduction and 11% reduction in violent crime, respectively, compared to the...
Detroit Today: What are the root causes of crime?
This summer, violent crimes in Detroit saw an approximate 5% reduction citywide, amounting to 20 fewer homicide victims. While some...
Detroit Today: ‘Civility Night’ event to explore the power of mutual respect
In today's political climate, many Americans believe they can’t be friends with people with opposing political viewpoints, or fear that...
Detroit Today: The rise and potential harm of political polarization
Polarization has been a part of American politics from the very beginning. But the bitter, bond-breaking differences frequently on display...
Detroit Today: The Democrats’ latest agenda in Lansing
After having a busy winter passing a flurry of bills related to gun control, LGBTQ rights and tax reform, what...
Detroit Today: Should Michigan require paid family leave?
Last month, the Whitmer administration unveiled a list of policy priorities that included reaching an 100% clean energy standard and...
Detroit Today: What is income inequality doing to all of us?
CEO pay has skyrocketed more than 1,200% since 1978, compared to a 15.3% increase in a typical worker’s compensation, according...
Detroit Today: The economic impact of the UAW strikes
As the United Auto Workers strike against the Big Three automakers nears a full week today, many are wondering how...