Affordable housing, blight cleanup, expanded transit options and community development are among the areas of interest for residents.
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Posted inPolice & Public Safety
Detroit homicides, shootings, carjackings all declining so far in 2025, Duggan says
Nearly two dozen local, state and federal law enforcement officials, members of the local court systems, and community leaders touted the statistics that they say are trending below the 60-year low numbers from 2024.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Michigan Government
Michigan cash aid program for moms and babies gets ‘massive investment’ in state budget
The additional funding will allow Rx Kids to expand in more low-income communities and reach about 100,000 babies over the next few years.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
$80M Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park opening soon will have something for everyone
Conservancy CEO Ryan Sullivan said the park was designed “very intentionally” to have a mix of activities for people to enjoy.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Has cash in hand helped moms and babies in Flint? What new research says
Two new research papers from leaders of Rx Kids sheds light on how the cash aid program is associated with fewer evictions and better birth outcomes.
Posted inBusiness, Environment, Health and Welfare
Detroit inspector general suspends demolition contractor for contaminated dirt
Based on a preliminary review, the inspector general’s office requested the city’s Construction and Demolition Department conduct testing of the dirt, which found that the soil in more than 80% of properties Gayanga worked on failed to meet the state’s residential standards, according to a news release.
Posted inElection 2025
Former rival Saunteel Jenkins endorses Mary Sheffield for Detroit mayor
Former Detroit mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins is endorsing City Council President Mary Sheffield for mayor, in a pivotal move that could help the current city council president also shore up her former opponent’s strong support base.
Posted inPolice & Public Safety
Rash of killings tied to domestic violence prompts calls for action
Advocates explain how victims of domestic violence can get a PPO and other protections.
Posted inElection 2025, Political and Public Policy Information
Mary Sheffield outpaces Solomon Kinloch with fundraising lead in Detroit mayoral race
Sheffield nearly doubled the amount of donations flowing to her opponent in the latest campaign finance filing, raising $205,708, while Kinloch raised $115,964 between July 21 and Aug. 25.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Political and Public Policy Information
Cash aid program now open to eligible families in Hazel Park, Royal Oak Twp.: How to apply
Rx Kids, led by Flint pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna, is designed to tackle infant poverty by providing “cash prescriptions” — $1,500 mid-pregnancy and then $500 a month for up to a year of the baby’s life.