The Metro: Is the US health care system broken? Metro Detroiters discuss

The killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO has sparked a lot of conversations about political violence and also about health insurance in...

The Metro: Potential impacts of Michigan’s minimum wage increase

We’re seeing a change in Michigan when it comes to wages. After a six-year battle that involved lawsuits, protests, and...

The Metro: New Filipino coffee shop opens in New Center

Jonathan Peregrino never thought the reaction to his shop would be so warm.  That was until Filipinos and others from...

The Metro: Nonprofit reclaiming nature in Poletown with ‘Circle Forest’ restoration project

Detroit’s Poletown neighborhood is now home to a restored forest.   Detroit Future City and Arboretum Detroit worked with community members,...

The Metro: Out of the Darkness Walk on Belle Isle aims to shine a light on mental health, suicide

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is holding annual community walks across the country this weekend, allowing people to remember...

The Metro: A Detroit musician’s historical impact on Tejano music

Tejano music, or Tex-Mex music, is a blend of different sounds and instruments from Mexico and other countries — like...

The Metro: Tim Meadows’ Comedy Caucus coming to Pontiac this weekend

Detroit native Tim Meadows is making a point to bring support to this year’s presidential election. The comedian is hosting...

The Metro: Black film history treasures coming to Livonia

Editor's note: A previous version of this story incorrectly suggested that the benefit event was being held at the Redford...

The Metro: Baker’s, Simmons & Clark hit 90-plus year milestones in Detroit 

Both Baker's Keyboard Lounge and Simmons & Clark Jewelers have kept their doors open for 90-plus years — largely due...