Two new reports predict Detroit’s economy will continue to improve, but Black and Hispanic residents aren’t getting enough access to jobs in the fastest-growing industries.
Malachi Barrett
Posted inPolice & Public Safety
Detroit police buying ‘non-lethal’ tools, updating crisis response plan
A strategy for the department’s Crisis Intervention Team – involving new policies and non-lethal tools – will be presented to the City Council in 90 days amid a rise in mental health calls.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
District Detroit offers ‘largest ever’ benefits deal. Some doubt the math.
A massive $1.5 billion development project in downtown Detroit is moving forward amid concerns about how community benefits are being evaluated.
Posted inTransportation
Unregulated spending, vacation for Detroit People Mover, audit finds
The Detroit Transportation Corporation attributes most of its operational issues to poor training, frequent staff turnover and vacancies.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Henry Ford teams with Pistons owner, MSU on $2.5B development
Plan for a new hospital, medical research facility, housing and commercial space is pitched as the latest “transformative” investment in Detroit.
Posted inEnvironment
Detroit council wants Stellantis to fix plant odors or relocate residents
City Council members want options to protect Detroiters from pollution, including home buyouts, a land swap deal or air filters paid by Stellantis.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Detroit arena workers want labor standards board
An industry standards board would create recommendations to improve working conditions at Little Caesars Arena, Ford Field and Comerica Park.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Mayor promotes $100M in job training opportunities for Detroiters
An estimated 15,469 Detroiters don’t have jobs. Mayor Mike Duggan highlighted five key city programs aimed at getting more residents trained and into the workforce.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Long term unemployed could get jobs through new Detroit program
Detroit residents can apply for “Jump Start,” a new workforce training program starting Jan. 31.
Posted inTransportation
Circling the block in Brush Park? Parking proposal aims to help residents
Brush Park could soon have Detroit’s first residential permit parking program under an ordinance adopted in 2019, but two fraternity organizations are opposed.