Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s visionary efforts to reinvigorate Michigan’s population have laid the foundation for a new chapter in our state’s history. But barriers still need to fall.
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Community concerns, confusion over Brightmoor stormwater plan
Detroit water department officials say the project will only move forward if residents are on board.
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Global Detroit, ‘Too Hot to Handel,’ One Detroit Weekend, Martin Luther King Jr. Day | One Detroit
Immigrants and Michigan’s population. Detroit Opera’s “Too Hot To Handel.” Revisiting two civil rights marches for MLK Day. Plus, upcoming weekend events.
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Brightmoor stormwater plan could relocate 13 homeowners
A community meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 11 to discuss DWSD’s Brightmoor Stormwater Improvement Project.
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Detroit City Council redistricting: What you need to know
BridgeDetroit provides answers to some of the recurring resident questions about how the district maps were drawn and what their impact will be on representation.
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Wayne State Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. tribute, United Way Racial Equity Fund | American Black Journal
Wayne State hosts a tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy. Plus, United Way for Southeastern Michigan’s Racial Equity Fund recipients.
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Focus: HOPE seeks volunteers to pack, deliver food to seniors
Focus: HOPE typically sees a dip in volunteers during the beginning of the year, following an increase throughout the holiday season.
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2024 Detroit Policy Conference, Black Box coffee, Q Bakehouse, Black Leaders Detroit, Weekend events | One Detroit
Preview the 2024 Detroit Policy Conference. Hear from Southeast Michigan entrepreneurs. Plus, a conversation on Black-owned businesses.
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Michigan may allow new hazardous materials on Ambassador Bridge
Mayor Mike Duggan supports the plan while advocates worry the bridge is unsafe for flammable substances.
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Detroit raises bus driver pay. Is it enough to be competitive?
Mayor Mike Duggan said creating a reliable workforce by raising wages comes first, but is just one of many issues affecting bus service that the city aims to tackle this year.