Community fridges, popularized during the COVID pandemic to address surges in food costs, are a mainstay in a handful of Detroit neighborhoods, with room for expansion into more parts of the city.
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Allergy season is starting earlier in Michigan
Seasonal allergies, particularly hay fever, are worsening due to longer pollen seasons. Early medication and immunotherapy can help manage symptoms and make allergy season more bearable.
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What Detroit candidates are saying
Malachi Barrett reports on developments in the city’s 2025-26 budget negotiations. Plus, the latest announcements and policy proposals from 2025 mayoral candidates.
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Attorney Todd Perkins launches mayoral campaign as neighborhood warrior
Perkins is advocating for more affordable housing, reducing taxes for residents and businesses, supporting schools, expanding community centers and developing mass transportation networks.
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Exploring stories of health care and access for Bangladeshi women
As part of a new four-part series called, “Shustho: Mind, Body, and Spirit,” WDET’s Nargis Rahman reports on how Bangladeshi women in Southeast Michigan are overcoming cultural barriers.
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Southwest Detroit eatery transforms into ‘third place’ promoting health and wellness
Vamonos fosters a space of community under the notion of care – caring about how you nourish yourself physically, socially, and through your belly.
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Detroit CFO’s retirement goes into effect amid budget talks
Jay Rising retired effective April 1. He is replaced by interim CFO Tanya Stoudemire, according to city spokesman John Roach, and Mayor Mike Duggan is recommending Stoudemire to take over the job permanently.
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Transit advocates press city to ‘double DDOT’
Malachi Barrett has the weekly update from City Council: Advocates want more budgeted for transit, rezoning for a new east side slider joint, solar project home purchases and more.
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Culture Canvas: Detroit’s ‘Day of Fashion’
Micah has a preview of the 6th annual Detroit Day of Fashion event. Plus, the latest arts and culture news and events.
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Jocelyn Benson spent $9M on new transparency portal. Critics say it’s a mess
The multimillion-dollar new Michigan transparency portal is still a work in progress after its March debut, state officials said.