The city’s Basement Backup Protection Program launched in May. So far, just four Detroit homes have been inspected and repaired.
Jena Brooker
Jena is a BridgeDetroit's environmental reporter, covering everything from food and agricultural to pollution to climate change.
Posted inEnvironment
One year after historic floods, Detroiters wait for answers
Payouts for nearly 20,000 claims received by Detroit’s Water and Sewerage Department will be determined by findings from an investigation into the cause of the flooding.
Posted inEnvironment
Stellantis project tests strength of Detroit’s benefits law
Community benefits ordinance doesn’t authorize Detroit to issue fines or injunctions.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Food rescue group expansion helps Detroiters cope with hunger, food costs
Forgotten Harvest has a new setup that will enable it to help thousands more Metro Detroiters. In Detroit, an estimated 39% of residents experience food insecurity.
Posted inEnvironment
Southwest family runs city’s first ‘zero waste’ store
Detroit shop offers all-natural products from local vendors, free from artificial chemicals and plastic packaging.
Posted inEnvironment
The joys and perils of bird watching while Black
Walks in Detroit were held Saturday as part of Black Birders Week, a national campaign to bring attention to the risks and obstacles Black, Indigenous and people of color face while enjoying nature.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
Get out on the Detroit River
Kayaking, sailing, and rowing classes are a few options.
Posted inEducation
Detroit public schools have $125M plan to cope with ‘extreme’ weather
Vitti said the district is also negotiating a plan to end the next school year earlier to avoid weather concerns and provide a more consistent flow of learning.
Posted inEnvironment
Detroit farms give neighbors chance to buy-in on quality food
Residents can support Detroit’s community farms by purchasing “shares” ahead of the growing season. In return, they receive portions of the harvest.
Posted inEnvironment
Federal bill would help defend communities from pollution
The federal legislation would help Detroiters overburdened by pollution.