The fate of abortion access will be left to states under a new U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Michigan has a 1931 law that makes abortion a felony that is being litigated in the court system.
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Food rescue group expansion helps Detroiters cope with hunger, food costs
Forgotten Harvest has a new setup that will enable it to help thousands more Metro Detroiters. In Detroit, an estimated 39% of residents experience food insecurity.
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Shocked back to life: Detroit Water Warrior’s survival story
Monica Lewis-Patrick said there were no warning signs of the genetic condition that stopped her heart.
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Repeal of abortion rights could spell more deaths for Detroit women
Black women face a higher chance of pregnancy-related death. Requiring women to give birth means exposing more of them to risk.
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Baby formula options expanded for WIC recipients after recall
Low-income Detroiters can use benefits to purchase more types of baby formula after a top supplier recalled its products.
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FDA menthol cigarette ban hailed as triumph, especially for Black health
Michigan advocates and health experts say the ban could have a significant impact on improving public health, but particularly for African American smokers, who overwhelmingly favor menthol cigarettes. But some Black advocates warn of unintended consequences.
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Eligible Michigan families will get extra food assistance benefits in April
Eligible Michigan families will continue to get at least an additional $95 in food assistance benefits in April, as grocery costs rise.
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Metro Detroit food banks and pantries seeing longer lines, more families as prices rise
Food banks and pantries in metro Detroit are reporting longer lines and more families seeking help as prices at the grocery store and gas pump soar.
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Detroit’s trans youth deserve resources and policy change, advocates say
A lack of affordable housing, health care, and the prevalence of violent crime are among the issues that make life for young transgender people in Detroit especially difficult.
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Birth Detroit helps Black moms take control of their birthing experience
After stressful and chaotic hospital experiences, Black moms in metro Detroit share their experiences in the birthing room and praise Birth Detroit for supporting equitable, safe and empowering birthing spaces.