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...

Major Violators: Investigators find systemic corruption in Detroit’s top drug enforcement unit

This is the first installment of WDET's reporting on the investigation of the Major Violators Unit that occurred between 2019...

Mackinac Policy Conference: Sen. Debbie Stabenow talks gun control, supply chain shortages

A variety of political issues are concerning Michigan representatives, including higher gas prices, supply chain shortages, and gun violence. These...

Mackinac Policy Conference: Sen. Gary Peters talks gun control, postal service reform

The recent violent shootings have brought gun control talks back in the spotlight in Washington. Sen. Gary Peters discusses what...

Detroit Evening Report, May 31, 2022: Former Wayne County Executive William Lucas has died

Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. Former Wayne County...

Duggan says he did nothing wrong in naming FBI informant  

There’s a new wrinkle to the federal corruption probe involving towing contracts, bribery and Detroit City Hall. Former City Councilman...