Created Equal: What rural areas and urban cities have in common
We know a lot about poverty, but there isn't much known about the origins of extreme, intergenerational poverty that defines...
Judge struck down Michigan’s gay marriage ban 10 years ago
It was 10 years ago Friday that the first same-sex weddings took place in Michigan. That was one day following...
DNR considering expansion of e-bike friendly territory at state parks
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is considering allowing e-bikes on more state park trails. The changes would allow Class...
Supreme Court again confronts the issue of abortion, this time over access to widely used medication
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court will again wade into the fractious issue of abortion this week when it hears...
Detroit Evening Report: More snow expected in metro Detroit Friday evening
As we entered the first week of spring, many metro Detroiters woke up Friday morning shocked and amazed at the...
The Metro Events Guide: Herbie Hancock, Toni Morrison and more in Detroit this week
This week, we’ve got trailblazing jazz at the DSO, award-winning film at The Henry Ford, new music discovery at the...
New U-M Midwifery program aims to diversify profession, improve health equity
The University of Michigan’s School of Nursing is allocating grant money to a program aimed at diversifying the Midwife profession...
Green Grocer project is back to bring fresh food to Detroit’s neighborhoods
For too many Detroiters, the local grocery store or convenience store doesn’t offer fresh, healthy food. According to city officials,...
Bills propose free hunting and fishing licenses for first responders
A package of bills in Lansing would offer free hunting and fishing licenses to EMS workers, firefighters, police officers and...
Senate sends IVF bills to Whitmer for signature
Bills on their way to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk would repeal Michigan’s ban on surrogate parenting contracts. Michigan was among...
Detroit Hives working to transform vacant lots into pollinator habitats
The ancient art of beekeeping, or apiculture, spans back to the days of Egyptian emperors. However, it's not often seen...
Bill and Lisa Ford to raise $10M for Detroit youth nonprofit endowments
Ten nonprofits serving young people in Detroit will get an unusual, lasting gift as part of a campaign started by...