Detroit Evening Report: Detroit schools explore new ways to combat absenteeism
The Detroit Public Schools Community District is considering paying parents, giving away bikes, and providing gas cards for carpools in an effort...
Detroit Evening Report: Sheffield appoints Winnie Liao as new chief operating officer
Mayor Mary Sheffield announced that Winnie Liao will be taking over as the new chief operating officer of Detroit today. ...
Famed Detroit Tigers pitcher Mickey Lolich passes at 86
When the Detroit Tigers won the 1968 World Series, starting pitcher Mickey Lolich jumped into the arms of his catcher, Bill...
The Metro: Deaf volunteers say they were excluded at Comerica Park. A judge says their case can proceed
It began at Comerica Park during a summer Tigers game — lights bright against the sky, fans filling the stands,...
Detroit Evening Report: New emergency vehicles for Detroit Fire Department
The Detroit Fire Department received new fire and emergency medical services vehicles thanks to a nearly $11 million dollar investment...
Detroit Evening Report: Clean energy event centers equity and opportunity
Stacey Abrams to headline Detroit’s clean energy summit If you’re interested in how you can be a part of a...
Detroit Evening Report: Joe Louis Greenway expands on west side
Detroit officials have opened up a new section of the Joe Louis Greenway. About two miles of the greenway’s new...
Detroit Evening Report: $1B boost for roads and schools in new Michigan budget
Michigan lawmakers pass 2026 state budgetAfter months of waiting and two missed deadlines, the 2026 state budget has finally passed....
Detroit Evening Report: Michigan receives federal approval for revised EV charging plan
State to use $52 million in frozen funds to expand networkMichigan is moving forward with its revised electric vehicle charging...
Detroit Evening Report: Budget indecision continues, flood watch, and more
Negotiations continue in Lansing in an effort to complete a state budget before an October first deadline. Failure to do...
Detroit Evening Report: Family Wellness Fair offers health and safety resources
Family Wellness Fair in PontiacThe InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit is hosting a Family Wellness Fair on Thursday, August...
Detroit Evening Report: Early voting open for Detroit primary
Early voting underway in Detroit's primary electionEarly voting is underway in Detroit's primary election. Voters can use an absentee ballot...