The Metro: A new book details former Detroit Tiger Ron LeFlore’s unlikely journey from prison to the major leagues
The story of retired baseball player Ron LeFlore is one worth repeating. LeFlore was a gifted athlete who refused to let...
The Metro: Lost journals reveal Albert Kahn’s WWII rescue efforts
Sometimes, history reaches out to make itself known. A historic preservationist was going through an old, forgotten truck when she...
CuriosiD: Why is there a boat club and a yacht club on Belle Isle?
In this episode of CuriosiD, listener Max Spayde asks the question:Why is there a boat club and a yacht club on...
Dan Austin’s time is short. He wants his love for Detroit to live on
After being diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer and being told he's nearing the end of his life, Dan Austin...
CuriosiD: Why is it called The Old Miami?
In this episode of CuriosiD, listener Leah Warshaw asks the question: “How did The Old Miami get its name?” The...
CuriosiD: What happened to the Chamberlain Bakery in Southwest Detroit?
WDET’s CuriosiD series answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.In this episode of CuriosiD, listener Martha...
Bagley-West Vernor Corridor nominated for historic designation
Detroit City Council’s Historic Designation Advisory board is nominating the Bagley-West Vernor commercial district in Southwest Detroit for the National...
The Metro: Kronk boxing gym returning to Detroit
Detroit has produced some of the world's greatest boxers, largely thanks to Kronk Gym. Kronk was established in 1971 by...
CuriosiD: Did Detroit automakers sabotage public transit?
WDET’s CuriosiD series answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.Listen: Did Detroit automakers sabotage public...
The Metro: The beloved coach behind Detroit’s biggest track stars
D.L. Holmes was the athletic director, track and cross-country coach at Wayne State University from 1917 to 1958. In a...
The Metro: The history and mystery of Detroit’s Fortune Records
It’s no secret that the city of Detroit has a rich music history. But when most people think of the...
Detroit Evening Report: Belle Isle fountain closing for $6M in renovations
Belle Isle’s James Scott Memorial Fountain will undergo an 18-month, $6 million renovation beginning this weekend. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple...