Art-Meets-Architecture Installation in Detroit Celebrates the Black Church

Sal Rodriguez Architect and educator Aaron Jones wanted to find a way to celebrate the Black churches in Detroit.  “They’re...

Detroit Mayoral Candidate Anthony Adams Makes His Case Against Duggan

Nov. 2 marks the Detroit mayoral election, with former Deputy Mayor Anthony Adams challenging incumbent Mayor Mike Duggan. Adams’ campaign...

The Art of Texting: Health Educator Justine Ang Fonte on Leaving Stress, Anxiety Behind

Sending that perfect text doesn’t have to be so stressful. That’s according to intersectional health educator Justine Ang Fonte. “It’s...

Michigan Senate Republicans Push Through Sweeping Changes to State’s Election Laws 

The battle over how elections are run in Michigan continues.    Michigan Senate Republicans on Wednesday passed election legislation that would add further I.D....

In Appeal to Michiganders, President Biden Underscores Intentions of Investing in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

President Joe Biden made a stop in Howell to promote his infrastructure funding package this week. Republicans and Democrats are thought...

Anita Hill Reflects on Testimony Against Clarence Thomas, #MeToo and New Book

Thirty years ago, Anita Hill testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearings for now-Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas....

Michigan’s Lax Criminal Justice Data Has Dire Consequences, Says New Wayne State Study

A new report from the Center for Behavioral Health and Justice at Wayne State University’s School of Social Work details...

Detroit Wants to Restore Historic Home of Ossian Sweet to Teach Others About Housing Discrimination

The City of Detroit is seeking proposals to help preserve a home where the only Black family living in an...

Biden Pitches Build Back Better and Infrastructure Plans in Livingston County

President Joe Biden traveled to Michigan Tuesday to pitch his Build Back Better and infrastructure plans to swing-state voters in...

Teenager Killed by Undercover Police Was Unarmed, New Lawsuit Alleges

The family of a Detroit teenager killed by an undercover police officer is suing the city for his wrongful death....

How Losing Her Job Led Bangladeshi Woman to Launch a Catering Business During the Pandemic

“Communities of Hope" features Detroiters from communities of color who have been looking for ways to persevere during the pandemic. In...

Majority of Henry Ford Health System’s Workforce Complies with Vaccine Mandate

Henry Ford Health System officials say its vaccine mandate has been a success, with over 30,000 employees out of 33,000 vaccinated against COVID-19.  ...