Detroit Today: How Detroit reduced crime in its most violent precincts
Detroit's 8th and 9th precincts saw an approximate 20% reduction and 11% reduction in violent crime, respectively, compared to the...
Detroit Today: What are the root causes of crime?
This summer, violent crimes in Detroit saw an approximate 5% reduction citywide, amounting to 20 fewer homicide victims. While some...
American Muslim Town Hall kicks off Michigan advisory council listening sessions
The Growing Michigan Together Council and the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding hosted a private American Muslim Town Hall...
Detroit Today: ‘Civility Night’ event to explore the power of mutual respect
In today's political climate, many Americans believe they can’t be friends with people with opposing political viewpoints, or fear that...
Detroit Today: The rise and potential harm of political polarization
Polarization has been a part of American politics from the very beginning. But the bitter, bond-breaking differences frequently on display...
Islamic advocacy group files lawsuit to end federal watchlist
A lawsuit was filed in federal court last Monday by the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) on behalf of a...
Biden, Trump making Metro Detroit appearances this week to speak to UAW members during strike
The United Auto Workers' ongoing strike against Detroit’s automakers collides with presidential politics this week. President Joe Biden echoes the...
Detroit Today: The Democrats’ latest agenda in Lansing
After having a busy winter passing a flurry of bills related to gun control, LGBTQ rights and tax reform, what...
Detroit Today: Should Michigan require paid family leave?
Last month, the Whitmer administration unveiled a list of policy priorities that included reaching an 100% clean energy standard and...
Detroit Today: The economic impact of the UAW strikes
As the United Auto Workers strike against the Big Three automakers nears a full week today, many are wondering how...
Detroit Today: Gary Peters explains why he’s supporting UAW members
It’s been about a week since the United Auto Worker strikes began, and it appears like they won’t end soon....
Pit bull ban passes in Grosse Pointe Shores
A controversial dog ordinance banning pit bulls was passed Tuesday evening by Grosse Pointe Shores City Council. The bill was...