Keisha N. Blain’s New Book “Until I Am Free” Highlights Life and Activism of Fannie Lou Hamer
As Americans continue the debate over voting rights legislation, author and historian Dr. Keisha N. Blain looks back on the...
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...