American Black Journal host Stephen Henderson talks with “The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and gets details on the 45th annual Black Reading Month.
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Change coming for Detroiters on water affordability program
More than 25,000 households are currently part of the City of Detroit’s Lifeline Plan. They must verify they still qualify starting Oct. 1.
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Truly Detroit Gems: Pewabic, Ford Piquette Plant Museum, Indian Village, Outdoor Adventure Center | One Detroit
Visit some Truly Detroit gems like Pewabic, the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum, Detroit’s Indian Village neighborhood and the Outdoor Adventure Center.
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Michigan residents to get $40 daily credit for extended power outages
The Michigan Public Service Commission has raised the bill credit that utilities must give to customers who experience an extended power outage to $40 per day — a $2 increase.
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Institute for AfroUrbanism studying what Black Detroiters need to thrive
Detroiter Lauren Hood founded IAU in 2021 as a space to explore what Black people can glean from past generations to help build the lives and communities they want today.
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Detroit said auto theft victims shouldn’t pay fees. Some still are
BridgeDetroit talked with more than a dozen Detroiters who were charged to recover stolen vehicles from city-owned impound lots. Detroit police say anyone charged can request a refund, even if their receipt says all payments are non-refundable.
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East side Detroit nonprofit embraces affordable EV rentals
The program introduces an affordable electric vehicle carshare program to improve mobility options for underserved residents.
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Detroit Jazz Festival preview, Alice Coltrane’s harp, Drummer Brian Blade, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit
Preview the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival. Alice Coltrane’s harp has been restored. Jazz Festival artist-in-residence Brian Blade. Plus, some upcoming events.
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Black churches support students’ education, National Black Business Month | American Black Journal
American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit” series explores the partnership between churches and schools. Plus, its National Black Business Month!
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Former City Council leader Saunteel Jenkins considers 2025 run for Detroit mayor
Jenkins announced Tuesday morning that she is forming an exploratory committee for the 2025
race, which allows her to begin fundraising and evaluate the feasibility of her candidacy in anticipation of an official announcement.