New report from Detroit City Council’s Legislative Policy Division notes it’s “difficult” to quantify the generational wealth lost with the destruction of Black Bottom and Paradise Valley.
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UAW strike: 4 things to know as Michigan braces for it to spread
The week-long auto strike affecting three U.S. factories could grow on Friday if the United Auto Workers widens the walkout. The effects of the limited strike are already rippling across the industry.
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Delay of key Eastern Market development has the city, neighbor losing patience
Develop Detroit’s The Hive project is behind in financing and facing a demolition order. Meanwhile, a neighbor is suing.
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Bernie Sanders denounces ‘corporate greed’ at Detroit UAW strike rally
Detroit auto workers say the UAW strike is pushing labor rights forward.
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UAW strike sets Michigan on uncertain path: ‘We’re nervous’
The United Auto Workers began a strike against the Big Three on Friday, walking out at three U.S. factories, including one in Michigan. Much is at stake, for workers and the industry.
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Autoworkers ‘walking on eggshells’ as they await strike outcome
The UAW strike has support of workers, but that doesn’t relieve the financial anxiety.
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UAW-automaker standoff prompts worries over Michigan’s place in new economy
Global competition for market share and profitability amid EV investment both pressure how much the Big Three legacy companies can give in negotiations.
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Strike likely; UAW plans staggered walkouts to ‘keep companies guessing’
Negotiations between the United Auto Workers and the Big Three automakers show some progress, but the union is planning a staggered walkout that will target Ford, GM and Stellantis at the same time.
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As UAW strike looms, what to know about contract talks, Big Three finances
The UAW contracts expire at midnight Thursday, leaving major automakers as potential targets. Here is a primer on the issues surrounding the debate.
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Michigan marijuana industry sees record sales, even as some struggle
The marijuana industry brought in $276 million last month and is projected to cross $3 billion in revenues for the first time this year. But some businesses continue to struggle from a glut of shops and relatively low prices.