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Detroit has more homeowners than renters. But who’s buying?
For the first time in a decade, census estimates suggest there are more homeowners in Detroit than renters. It comes as more white residents are moving in and Black residents have moved out.
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Tudor Dixon: What to know about the Republican taking on Michigan Gov. Whitmer
She’s conservative, targets school ‘indoctrination’ and wants to slash taxes. Here’s what to know about Tudor Dixon, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
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Detroit promised a permanent end to water shutoffs for low-income residents. Advocates say we’re not there yet.
A moratorium on water shutoffs is six months shy of ending. City officials have a plan in the works but some advocates say they’ve been left in the dark.
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American Black Journal – Black Leaders Detroit, Workplace DEI, Dance Theatre of Harlem
Host Stephen Henderson sits down with Black Leaders Detroit Founder Dwan Dandridge to talk about how his organization is trying to level the economic playing field for Black-owned businesses and African American entrepreneurs through financial support.
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One Detroit: New Redistricting Maps / PFAS in the House / Farmacy Food
The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission released its first drafts of the new legislative and congressional districts. Starting this week, the public gets to voice their opinions on the new maps
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One Detroit: Satori Shakoor / Too Many Chefs in the Kitchen for Good / Bangkok 96 / Armando Vega’s Salsa Band
Stephen Henderson catches up with the host of the new Detroit Public Television arts series, ‘Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove,’ Satori Shakoor, who talks about all the unique live acts performing on the show.
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The high cost of affordable housing in Detroit
The City has touted several new affordable housing plans across Detroit. But here’s why those sites are difficult to build and why some Detroiters still may not qualify for housing.
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Census changes may spell trouble for Michigan Democrats as redistricting starts
Michigan’s population is flat, but districts that are heavily Democratic tended to lose more residents than Republican areas, according to a Bridge Michigan analysis. Rep. Dan Kildee’s district lost the most.
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American Black Journal: Michigan Opera Theatre/ The Complete Muhammad Ali
Stephen Henderson talks with the Michigan Opera Theatre’s new Artist-in-Residence, Davóne Tines, an African American singer who is earning acclaim in the field of classical music.