AAPI Stories: How an Adoptee’s Search for His Birth Mom Fueled His Advocacy for Equality
This month, WDET is amplifying the diverse stories of our local Asian American and Pacific Islander community, sharing the joys...
The Enduring Legacy of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On”
Fifty years ago, Marvin Gaye released the album What's Going On. The seminal album addresses injustice, war, racism and drug abuse and...
Confidential Tipline for Students to Report Guns, Mental Health Crises Sees Big Drop in 2020
The state’s confidential OK2SAY hotline for students received fewer tips last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a...
Detroit Charter Revision Commission Files Emergency Appeal to Keep Proposal P on August Ballot
The Detroit Charter Revision Commission is filing dual emergency appeals to push Proposal P forward to voters on August 3 after...
Some Companies Have Done Better Than Others Keeping Racial Justice Pledges
Last year, after the murder of George Floyd, 251 American companies vowed to combat systemic racism within their own organizations....
Off-Road Vehicle Trails and Parks Are Fueling Economic Development in Michigan
Tim Jagielo/WDET GROVELAND TWP. -- Bryce Portt's Jeep is dramatically stuck on what might be the steepest part of Mt....
“Rough Cut Stone”: Family is Foundational for Jazz Singer Gregory Porter
Subscribe to Ann Delisi’s Essential Conversations iTunes — Stitcher — Spotify Gregory Porter has achieved levels of success most musicians only dream of, and he owes...
See Who’s on Detroit’s Aug. 3 Primary Ballot
The city of Detroit's municipal elections are on Aug. 3. Detroiters will be casting their votes for mayor, City Council and more....
Detroit to Receive $30 Million to Build Apartments and Residential Units in Corktown
Detroit is receiving $30 million in federal funding to build 840 new housing units -- with 500 set aside under the...
This Young Asian American Activist Aims to Show Up in Solidarity for Communities of Color
Whenever We’re Needed (WWN) means just that: Ceena Vang and Zora Bowens go whenever they’re needed. The organization, founded by...
Ford’s New F-150 Lightning Represents Step Forward in Evolution of Electric Vehicles, Analyst Says
For a long time, automotive analysts have pointed to high selling prices and concerns over battery range as limiting factors...
Transforming America’s Criminal Justice Landscape Must Include Public Defender Overhaul
Public defenders are a critical aspect of the U.S. criminal justice system as they help 80% of the people who interact...
