Early Days of Organized Crime in Detroit
A new book takes a look at the early years of 20th century Detroit and how organized crime developed. Stephen...
Corporate Stewardship of the Environment
Stephen takes a look at the trends in corporate stewardship related to conservations efforts. He speaks with Peter Seligmann; Founder...
Take on Hate Says Rejecting Syrian Refugees is Dangerous and Irresponsible
Take on Hate Several groups gathered to prevent a bill to stop Syrian and Iraqi refugees from entering the US from...
New Gardens in Detroit May Help Improve Water Quality
Joan Nassauer, University of Michigan A green project in Detroit is finding new ways to treat storm water run-off. Bio-retention...
Energy Industry Presses Lawmakers on Proposed Changes to MI Energy Policies
The State Legislature is working toward passing a package of bills that will revise the State’s energy policy. Part of...
Head of the Senate’s Committee on Energy Policy Aric Nesbitt
What is the future of Michigan’s renewable energy? Host Stephen Henderson talks with Aric Nesbitt, Republican chair on the Committee...
“It’s Easier to Burn the House to Strip the Copper” Andy Arena; Director Detroit Crime Commission on Arson in Detroit
Detroit Today host Stephen Henderson, speaks with Andy Arena, Executive Director of the privately funded Detroit Crime Commission. Terror:...
Ponitac Mayor Says There’s More Work to Be Done in Blight Removal
Afries52/CC The City of Pontiac says it has removed about half of its blighted structures in the past year. Mayor Deidre...
Long-time Detroit Activist Fought Against Police Brutality
Long-time Detroit activist Ron Scott has died. Scott said he had faced life down the barrel of a gun –...
Keeping Calm During Chaos
The attacks in Paris are creating a sense of vulnerability for some U.S. citizens and for security officials. Public safety...
Legislative Update for the remainder of 2015
Detroit Today host Stephen Henderson, talks with legislative reporter for Michigan Public Radio Jake Neher, about what we can expect...
Public Lighting Authority Looking to “Smart Grid” Technology
As Detroit approaches the one year anniversary of emerging from the nation’s largest-ever municipal bankruptcy, WDET is examining how the...