John Hantz acquired cheap swaths of land on the east side with plans for an urban tree farm. Neighbors say the wealthy entrepreneur has fallen short but operates under a special deal not afforded to residents.
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District Detroit negotiations explore price tag of community benefits
Early negotiations between the resident advisory council, developers and mayor’s office provide a window into the divide of how community benefits are viewed.
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Detroit-based academy to help train residents for jobs in energy efficiency
DTE and Walker-Miller Energy Services partner on Energy Efficiency Academy to train and aid Detroiters in landing entry-level jobs starting at or above $18 per hour.
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Building Black wealth and opportunity with intention
This year will mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his seminal ‘I Have a Dream’ speech.
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Who gets paid minimum wage in Michigan? Only 1% of workers, as pay soars
Nine years ago, 1 in 10 Michigan workers made minimum wage. Today, the lowest-paid workers tend to be young women, many of whom may still be in school.
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District Detroit developers want half of cost covered by public financing
Developers behind a slate of projects totaling $1.5 billion are looking for $797 million in public funding to get it done.
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Midtown ice cream shop to host French crepe chef
The French Cow will take over Treat Dreams in Midtown, selling crepes, baguette sandwiches, and ice cream.
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Electric bikes are creating a new economy in Detroit
Detroit Bikes is bringing jobs and transit options to Detroiters. Advocates and riders want the state or city to make them more affordable.
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Detroit touts decline in unemployment, thousands of job opportunities
There are 8,547 jobs available in the city. Detroit officials plan a ‘jobs forum’ to educate residents on how to get them.
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Recreational pot dispensary opens up on Detroit’s east side
The City of Detroit issued 33 licenses to adult-use marijuana businesses at the end of 2022, and dispensaries are already opening their doors to recreational customers.