New book explores how racism is passed down through generational trauma

Sharon Tubbs is a journalist and author. She began her career as a newspaper reporter and editor. Currently,  Tubbs is...

Yale researchers record urban wildlife in Detroit parks

Dr. Nyeema C. Harris holds up a black and white image on her phone of a cat in the woods...

Detroiters have overcome too much to be reduced to a trend

Oftentimes, we’ll see people wearing the “Detroit hustles harder” t-shirt when they travel, but then claiming their suburb when they’re...

Corporations fell short of their 2020 DEI promises, but strategist says it’s not too late

In the wake of Black Lives Matter protests throughout the summer of 2020, the country watched companies and corporations pledge...

Who gets to call themself a ‘Detroiter’?

Last year, homeownership in Detroit surpassed renting for the first time in a decade. It follows a trend that now,...

An advocate and former prisoner discusses how to recognize trauma

After years of physical, emotional and mental abuse from family, manipulation from the faith she trusted and difficult, controlling personal...

Hamtramck Arts and Culture Commission adds two members

The Hamtramck Arts and Culture Commission added two new members. Maria Vujic is the chair of the Hamtramck Neighborhoods Arts...

Detroit woman brings fresh, healthy food to her corner of the city

After nearly three decades working as a registered nurse, Detroiter Sonya Greene is opening a fresh produce market in her...

Sold-out charity event to raise money for supportive housing in Detroit

COTS is an organization whose goals are to help people build and maintain stability by helping with emergency shelters, supportive...

‘Digital drugs’ are affecting our physical and emotional health

Whether or not we’re aware of it, technology is changing our relationships with others and with the world. The endless...

Talley & Twine CEO to give keynote address at Wayne State’s MLK tribute

Talley & Twine was founded in 2013 and seemingly came out of nowhere. The luxury brand has been featured in...

Wayne State celebrates 60 years since the March on Washington

Wayne State University is hosting a two-part event dedicated to honoring and preserving the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther...