“The Metro” covers local and regional news and current affairs, arts and cultural events and topics, with a commitment to airing perspectives and uncovering stories underreported by mainstream media in Detroit.

The Metro: Asian Americans celebrate the Lunar New Year throughout metro Detroit

The Lunar New Year is celebrated globally from Jan. 21 to Feb. 20. For many Asian Americans, the holiday is...

The Metro: Redrawn metro Detroit state House districts need community input

The Michigan Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission is seeking public comment this month on several new draft maps for seven Detroit-area...

The Metro: Detroit City Council approves new district maps

The Detroit City Council voted 8-1 this week to approve new district maps As part of the city charter, new maps...

The Metro: Clairmount Center provides housing and support for Detroit’s LGBTQ+ youths

Detroit’s Ruth Ellis Center has been serving and supporting LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in the city since 1991. With...

The Metro: Declining population means new Detroit City Council districts

Welcome to The Metro, WDET’s daily news and culture show hosted by Nick Austin and Tia Graham. Each week on...