These efforts are designed to broaden the reach of BridgeDetroit’s reporting and make it more accessible to Detroit residents across different formats.
Laurén Abdel-Razzaq
Laurén Abdel-Razzaq is executive editor for BridgeDetroit. Prior to joining the nonprofit newsroom, Laurén spent two years with Crain’s Detroit Business where she was an assistant managing editor working with reporters who cover the city of Detroit, nonprofits, real estate and health care. Before that she was digital director for The Detroit News and held several reporting jobs in that newsroom during a decade-long stint.
Lauren was born in Detroit and grew up in Sterling Heights. She’s a two-time graduate of Wayne State University where she was a member of the Journalism Institute for Media Diversity. She currently sits on the board of the Michigan chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Hitha Healing House vows to continue services after fire forces closure
Hitha Healing House serves as a community hub for health and wellness, with an emphasis on maternal health for pregnant moms and babies.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
UM Detroit Center aims to tackle city’s challenges. You’re invited
The Workshop of Democracy series aims to uplift the successful efforts of Detroit’s grassroots groups at tackling the city’s toughest issues.
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Help BridgeDetroit uplift Detroit’s everyday heroes
Today, we’re launching our fall fundraising campaign
Posted inArts & Culture, Business, Housing
Kresge announces $180M commitment to Marygrove HQ, surrounding neighborhoods
The foundation plans to move its headquarters from Troy to the Marygrove Conservancy Campus in 2028, bringing funding for nearby communities.
Posted inElection 2025
City Council candidates tackle immigration, pollution in District 6
Pollution, immigration enforcement and housing were hot topics as District 6 city council hopefuls spoke at BridgeDetroit’s Meet the Candidates event.
Posted inElection 2025
District 5 candidates tackle resident concerns over zoning, Airbnbs
On Wednesday, BridgeDetroit hosted a District 5 Meet the Candidates event as part of its election-focused series to engage and empower Detroit voters.
Posted inElection 2025
City Council candidates talk climate crisis, cutting costs at forum
BridgeDetroit held an event in District 4 at Eastside Community Network with an unopposed council member and at-large candidates.
Posted inCulture Canvas
Culture Canvas: Connecting kids to poetry
InsideOut Literary Arts Executive Director Suma Karaman Rosen writes about a project to mark the group’s 30th anniversary, “that’s worth more than a moment of your attention.”
Posted inCivic and Community Information
Celebrating 5 Years of Community Journalism in Detroit
BridgeDetroit’s 5th anniversary spring campaign is underway — your support helps us continue serving Detroit