Health experts use social media to push back against misinformation
The rise in measles across the U.S. coincides with falling vaccination rates. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has...
Older adults are unaware of 9-8-8 helpline, study finds
Note: The following story mentions suicide. The National Poll on Healthy Aging recently surveyed adults 50 and up to find out...
Michigan’s largest used bookstore is seeing a surge in young readers
According to Booketic, 55% of Gen Z say they read for fun at least once a week. John King, owner...
Michigan farm workers face increased anxiety over detention, deportation
The United Farm Workers Foundation (UFW), which advocates for farm workers and immigrants in the U.S., recently released a survey...
Is there a ‘brain drain’ in Michigan? A new study says no
Michigan officials and advocates often say the state needs to give college graduates a reason to stay here and not...
A shopping cart turned grill might be the best pop-up in Detroit
If you’re looking for the Loomi Cart on (most) Thursdays at Bumbo’s Bar in Hamtramck, it’s not hard to miss. Just walk outside to...
American Muslim Experience documentary project collects stories in Michigan
Documentary photographer Syed Yaqeen is the founder of the American Muslim Experience documentary project. He created the project to preserve...
If approved, EPA proposal will change ozone standards for Detroit region
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency seeks to approve a request from Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)...
The Metro: Michigan’s lesser-known strategy for fighting addiction
Since the pandemic, overdose deaths are continuing to decline in Michigan. The number is dropping quickly in Metro Detroit. There...
Citizen Vox: Detroiter says high prices limit the chance to pursue the American Dream
WDET is gathering Metro Detroiters’ views of the current political landscape as part of our Citizen Vox project.That includes Detroiter...
Pontiac Oaks Park reopens after $3 million restoration
Officials in Oakland County and Pontiac are celebrating the completion of a $3 million renovation of Pontiac Oaks Park, turning...
Inkster mayor challenges Rep. Rashida Tlaib in Democratic primary
Democratic voters in Michigan's 12th Congressional District have a choice in the 2026 primary election: re-elect incumbent Rashida Tlaib or...
