Lake Erie Researchers Forecast Smaller Algal Bloom in 2020

Harmful algal blooms have been a summertime problem in western Lake Erie for years. "We're looking at a smaller bloom,...

Metro Detroiters: Waiting On Unemployment Causes Frustration, Depression

More than 1.7 million state and federal unemployment claims have been filed in Michigan since the coronavirus pandemic began. Applying...

Botanical Artist Creates Large Installations to Support Michigan’s Flower Growers

Many businesses have been negatively impacted by COVID-19 including Michigan's Flower Growers, a group of farmers who make the majority...

Anxiety in Service Industry as Michigan Restaurants, Bars Reopen

Michigan restaurants and bars are preparing to re-open on June 8th following the end of Michigan’s 'Stay Home' order, but...

Journalists Covering Anti-Brutality Protests Face Threats from Police

During the ongoing protests against racial injustice and police brutality, there’s a trend emerging: Police are targeting journalist with arrests, rubber bullets, and...

In Times of Crisis, Get Free Mental Health Sessions from Wayne State

The novel coronavirus pandemic – and subsequent stay-at-home orders — have taught Michiganders how to interact in different ways. For many,...

Video of Floyd Killing Can Traumatize Communities, Victims of Violence

The graphic video of the police killing of George Floyd, a 46-year-old Minneapolis black man, has sparked demonstrations against police violence and systemic...

“Kneel With Us”: Four Nights In, Detroit Protestors, Police Fight For Narrative

Eli Newman / WDET Demonstrations against police brutality and systemic racism have gone on for four days straight and the...

George Floyd’s Last Words Soar Over Detroit: “Please I Can’t Breathe”

Courtesy of Jammie Holmes On Saturday, artist Jammie Holmes unveiled a piece of protest art that literally soared above five...

City of Berkley, After Cancelling Woodward Dream Cruise, Looks to 2021

Even though Michigan is looking to reopen it's economy, cities across the metro area are still dealing with the effects...

Whitmer Lifts ‘Stay Home’ Order, Reopening Dining, Public Spaces June 8th

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is lifting many restrictions for Michiganders and businesses implemented to blunt the spread of COVID-19. “Restaurants can...

The Feeder Loft, Eastern Market Studio, Launches Record Label

A historic gathering place for musicians in Eastern Market is launching a record label.  "I wanted to provide a space...