Detroit officials are committed to increasing rental safety compliance from 14% to 25% within a year.
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Posted inDetroit Thrive, Jobs & Economic Development
Unemployed workers must show 2 more work searches or risk losing benefits
The new requirement, which began July 19, is part of changes to Michigan’s unemployment law. Claimants must document increased work searches.
Posted inDetroit Thrive, Transportation
First look: Renderings revealed for I-75 cap proposal, creation of entertainment spaces
The vision is the product of nearly a year of community engagement under the I-75 Cap Feasibility Study initiative.
Posted inDetroit Thrive, Housing
Joe Louis Greenway brings hopes for investment — and concerns about affordability
The city and other supporters say the project will further stability in the area, but there’s some concern about an influx of big-box stores, niche luxury and pricing out long-term and low-income residents.
Posted inDetroit Thrive, Transportation
Judge makes decision in suit challenging Wayne County transit millage
A group of Wayne County residents challenged a transit millage, saying officials were not transparent. Here’s what a judge had to say about it.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Detroit Thrive
Need food assistance? On-the-Go food pantry moving to Detroit
On-the-Go pantries allow individuals to schedule appointments and select groceries from fresh produce to grains to proteins.
Posted inDetroit Thrive, Health and Welfare
Diapers, food, rent: How Rx Kids has helped Michigan moms after birth
Rx Kids, a no-strings cash aid program for moms and babies, will be in more than 60 Michigan communities by summer. Mothers say it offers stability.
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Detroit Thrive: Is there a looming homelessness crisis?
Nushrat Rahman has the latest on changes in how the federal government funds housing programs. Plus, a list of sites where Detroiters can stay warm during the frigid temperatures.
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Food assistance continues after SNAP confusion. Here’s where to find it
Nushrat Rahman writes about ongoing food assistance efforts, a scaled-back water affordability program for Detroit, new senior housing and more.
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Detroit’s water affordability program is changing
Nushrat Rahman has what you need to know about water affordability program changes, a reparations initiative to help purchase homes, and the deadline to file for a property tax exemption.