Created Equal: America’s ‘racial ghosts’ and how they influence society
The concept of racial ghosts is a counterargument to the claim that America is a post-racial, color-blind society. It refers...
Mental Health First Aid course training Wayne State community to help others in crisis
May is mental health awareness month. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that one in five adults lives with...
Detroit Evening Report: Many Michiganders spending too much on rent, U-M study finds
A quarter of renters in Michigan are spending more than 50% of their total income on rent, according to a...
The Metro: Belle Isle Conservancy’s efforts helping to improve the island this summer
Despite having one of its largest attractions closed for renovations, Belle Isle saw a 7% increase in visitors last year....
Created Equal: The concerning rise of kids unintentionally consuming cannabis edibles
Accidental marijuana poisonings among children have increased significantly since recreational use was legalized in Michigan six years ago. On Tuesday's...
Avian flu outbreak forces major layoffs at Michigan’s largest poultry farm
One of the nation’s top egg producers and the biggest poultry farm in Michigan is laying off a third of...
Federal officials warn of possible threats targeting Pride celebrations
Federal agencies are warning that the LGBTQ community may be targeted during next month’s Pride celebrations. In a public notice...
Whitmer announces federal funding to boost Michigan’s green initiatives
Michigan is receiving funding from the federal government for projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made...
Macomb County using AI, drone to monitor pipes for infrastructure improvements
The Macomb County Public Works purchased a $100,000 FlyBotix drone and SewerAI artificial intelligence software package to assess sanitary pipes...
Created Equal: Wage increases for migrant workers putting pressure on Michigan farmers
Michigan's robust agriculture industry has come to rely quite a bit on migrant workers and the visas that bring them...
The Metro: ‘Heat island effect’ contributing to warmer temperatures in Detroit, research shows
As global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, environmental factors in some urban communities are amplifying the heat...
The Metro: Club Heaven at The Hawk to celebrate Black LGBTQ history
The city of Farmington Hills and the Detroit Sound Conservancy are teaming up to bring a unique event to The...