Christy takes a closer look at a series of reports on sexual harassment and the culture of sexism in Lansing that has people talking around the state. Plus, Nolan Finley, talks with U of M Chief Health Officer, Dr. Preeti Malani about U of M’s stance on requiring for students returning in the fall and what parents of younger children in the 12-15 age group should know about the COVID vaccine.
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American Black Journal: Neighborhood Day / Detroit Artists Market
Stephen talks with the founder of Neighborhoods Day, Luther Keith of ARISE Detroit! about the changes for this year and how he has been able to mobilize hundreds of groups and thousands of volunteers to participate in this day of citywide activities for the past 15 years.
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Detroiters want to fix up their homes. The path to do that isn’t easy.
Detroiters want to repair their homes. But there aren’t enough resources. One program for seniors has a waitlist with more than 2,000 people.
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Understanding why Detroit floods and why it keeps happening
Here’s why certain Detroit neighborhoods flood and disinvestment matters. Also, is suburban sprawl a cause of city flooding?
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Analysis: Some Detroiters find heat, utilities unaffordable
Most people can’t live without power. Yet more and more Detroiters, who are overburdened by energy costs, find heating and cooling unaffordable and out of reach.
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One Detroit: Tuskegee Airmen / Ray Gray / 20 Front Street / YoYo Ma
The Tuskegee Airmen National Museum celebrates a monumental move and an 80 year milestone. More on Ray Gray’s story; Wayne Co. Prosecutor Worthy says commutation is a possibility
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Reimbursement remains unclear for Detroit’s flood victims
Two weeks after Detroit’s heavy summer rain flooded thousands of homes, residents are still cleaning up debris and filing claims to restore their property. With high insurance premiums and low coverage, Detroiters are relying on FEMA for assistance.
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13 days after flooding, Detroiters still want help – and answers
It’s been 13 days since flooding hit Detroit’s west and east sides, some residents still don’t have hot water and others still have water or sewage in their basements. As City, State and federal agencies evaluate the damage, residents want help and answers.
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What Michigan needs to know about the July 15 Child Tax Credit payments
It’s unclear how many families in the state will receive up to $300 per child every month through year-end. Officials hope it makes a dent in child poverty rates.
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Analysis: How to get cash back into hands of Michigan families
Michigan patches its budget with money intended for low-income families. Here’s how to get that funding back.