Ahmed, a beloved community activist in metro Detroit known for co-founding ACCESS and the Concert of Colors, died Jan. 31
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Detroit vowed to revamp its homeless response system. Has it worked?
The city of Detroit announced a seven-point plan nearly a year ago to help Detroiters who are unhoused and on the streets, after two children died.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Michigan Government
Data centers, dirty dirt and Duggan vs. Democrats
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, an independent candidate for governor, was given roughly 30 minutes during the Detroit Policy Conference to share his view on data centers, defend the legacy of his demolition program, and take shots at Democrats who balked at his decision to leave the party.
Posted inEnvironment, Political and Public Policy Information
Michigan drinking water expert ousted from EPA council: A warning to whistleblowers?
The dismissal of Elin Betanzo from the National Drinking Water Advisory Council by the EPA follows a seven-month investigation into her signing of a letter criticizing Trump-era environmental rollbacks.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Michigan Government
Unpaid medical debt? Michigan may soon limit how creditors can come after it
Lawmakers want to crack down on how and when hospitals and debt collectors can recoup unpaid medical debt under a two-bill package The bipartisan effort wouldn’t stop debt collections all together, but, if passed, would prevent actions like foreclosure or wage garnishment It’s unclear whether the package will be taken up in the Republican-led House. […]
Posted inGuest Commentary, Health and Welfare
Innovations in asthma care can improve the health of Detroiters living with this chronic disease
Michiganders would benefit from raising their awareness of asthma, not just because asthma is common here but because our environment is changing fast.
Posted inCulture Canvas
Detroit photographer building archive of ‘the Black experience’
Elonte Davis’ newest exhibit, “Homeroom: Detroit Taught Me First,” is on display through Feb. 24 at the LookOut Gallery at Michigan State University.
Posted inHousing, Police & Public Safety
No charges to be filed in deaths of two kids in Detroit casino garage
The announcement comes nearly a year after the children’s deaths put a spotlight on Detroit’s homelessness response system and prompted then Mayor Mike Duggan to launch a seven-point plan to address gaps in the system.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook
Residential snowplow in Detroit. What to know
Plowing neighborhood streets is a rare occurrence, only triggered when the city receives at least six inches of snow.
Posted inPolice & Public Safety, Political and Public Policy Information
ICE in Michigan: More arrests, detainees and protests
Amid national debate over deportation tactics, here’s what to know about ICE and Border Patrol enforcement in Michigan.