Salting the roads becomes less effective when temperatures drop below 15 degrees, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Super-freezing temperatures will reduce effectiveness of salt to thaw roads

January 17, 2024

A cold snap expected to last until Thursday could make for treacherous driving conditions across much of Michigan. Officials are...

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State, federal and local partners, including Alia Harvey-Quinn from FORCE Detroit, pose with Detroit Police Chief James White at a press conference announcing a drop in violent crime in 2023.

Does a record-low homicide count mean Detroiters are safer?

January 16, 2024

Officials took to a podium inside Detroit Police headquarters last Wednesday to tout a significant drop in crime. Mayor Mike...

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Community stakeholders gathered with local dignitaries on Wednesday to announce $14.5 million in MEDC grants that will go toward development projects in Detroit.

Detroit Evening Report: City awarded $14.5M in grants for five development projects

January 11, 2024

City leaders announced Wednesday that Detroit received $14.5 million in grants from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to support...

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Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist sign a slate of bills into law in December that aim to reform the state's juvenile justice system.

Detroit Today: Michigan’s juvenile justice reform, explained

January 11, 2024

This week Michigan lawmakers reconvened in Lansing to kick off the 2024 legislative session. And while Democrats begin the session...

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A rendering of an expanded Second Avenue running between the proposed hotel and Huntington Place.

City shares more details on hotel development at former Joe Louis Arena site

January 11, 2024

Detroit officials shared details this week on the so-called “Hotel at Water Square” project, that would see a new 25-story...

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The intersection of Mack Avenue and E. Outer Drive.

CuriosiD: What is the history of Outer Drive?

January 11, 2024

WDET’s CuriosiD series answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode of CuriosiD, we...

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Exterior of the Hilberry Gateway theatre

CultureShift Events Guide: MLK Day in Detroit, where to watch the Lions and more

January 10, 2024

This week, we've got civil rights celebrations for MLK Day, Michigan music from Motown to metal and more. Plus, where...

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The Detroit Sports Commission and Visit Detroit celebrated the milestone of 150 days until the city of Detroit and its surrounding communities welcome the world for the 2024 NFL Draft from April 25-27.

Detroit Evening Report: City to host ‘On The Clock Tour’ leading up to 2024 NFL Draft

January 9, 2024

Now through April, the city of Detroit will host a series of events with Visit Detroit and the Detroit Sports...

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Detroit City Councilmember Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Detroit Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero looks ahead to 2024, highlights 2023 wins

January 8, 2024

Officials in Detroit's city government are preparing for a busy year that will include both a presidential and U.S. Senate...

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Detroit Council President Pro Tem James Tate talks affordable housing, 2024 agenda and more

January 5, 2024

Detroit City Council is beginning 2024 with several issues on their agenda.  Council President Pro Tempore James Tate says among...

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Josh Adams performing standup at WDET's "What's So Funny About Detroit?" comedy showcase in June 2022.

CultureShift Events Guide: Comedy, concerts and football

January 4, 2024

Happy new year! Kick off your 2024 with lots of laughs, local music and frozen festivities for the whole family....

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit touts record low in homicides, violent crime last year

January 3, 2024

The city of Detroit says violent crime fell in 2023, with 252 murders reported last year – the lowest number...

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