Silence the Violence rally to call for change amid recent mass shootings
An annual event to stop gun violence is taking on added meaning this year after multiple mass shootings have dominated...
Watch Live: Biden delivers a primetime address on guns after recent mass shootings
President Biden delivers a primetime address on guns following recent deadly mass shootings in New York, Texas and Oklahoma. Biden...
Mackinac Policy Conference: How the Kellogg Foundation is working to alleviate workplace racism, create jobs and support children
In the wake of protests for racial justice during the summer of 2020, companies made general pledges to make their...
Detroit Evening Report, June 2, 2022: Craig is third Republican gubernatorial candidate to lose bid to get on August ballot
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. Detroit’s former top...
Ford ramps up electric vehicle production with $3.7 billion investment in Michigan, Ohio and Missouri
Ford Motor Company is investing $2 billion in electric vehicles in Michigan as part of a massive $3.7 billion expansion...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Event is more important in divisive times, says Detroit Regional Chamber CEO
The Mackinac Policy Conference started in 1981, and seeks to bridge various political divisions by bringing together Michigan leaders in...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Rep. Lawrence reflects on retirement and political career
Rep. Brenda Lawrence has worked in politics for decades and has served the 14th House District for Michigan since 2015....
Minority communities face greater disparities for mental health care, local psychiatrist says
Despite focused efforts, access to mental health services is limited for minority communities across Metro Detroit. Asra Hamzavi is an...
Urban gardens don’t lead to gentrification in Detroit, study says
Researchers at the University of Michigan say urban gardens in Detroit don't necessarily lead to gentrification. But they are concerned...
Detroit Evening Report, June 1, 2022: Juneteenth declared a statewide court holiday
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. The Michigan Supreme...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Rep. Debbie Dingell talks gun reform, polarization
Gun reform legislation has been one of the most important policy priorities for Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Dearborn) as of late....
Mackinac Policy Conference: Mayor Mike Duggan says city to reveal plan to promote homeownership for Detroit residents
Detroit will receive $826 million as part of the American Rescue Plan Act ("ARPA") passed by the federal government. The...
