Bill package to revamp economic incentive programs pass Michigan Senate
The Michigan Senate wrapped up its last in-person day before its spring break this week by passing a flurry of economic development legislation....
Green Grocer project is back to bring fresh food to Detroit’s neighborhoods
For too many Detroiters, the local grocery store or convenience store doesn’t offer fresh, healthy food. According to city officials,...
Detroit Evening Report: Detroit school board extends superintendent’s contract 3 years
The head of the Detroit Public Schools Community District has received a three-year contract extension following a contemptuous board meeting...
Bills propose free hunting and fishing licenses for first responders
A package of bills in Lansing would offer free hunting and fishing licenses to EMS workers, firefighters, police officers and...
Senate sends IVF bills to Whitmer for signature
Bills on their way to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk would repeal Michigan’s ban on surrogate parenting contracts. Michigan was among...
Detroit Hives working to transform vacant lots into pollinator habitats
The ancient art of beekeeping, or apiculture, spans back to the days of Egyptian emperors. However, it's not often seen...
Bill and Lisa Ford to raise $10M for Detroit youth nonprofit endowments
Ten nonprofits serving young people in Detroit will get an unusual, lasting gift as part of a campaign started by...
Michigan to conduct statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. Wednesday
Michigan will host a statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 17-23....
Brother of Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee killed by family member, sheriff says
VIENNA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — The brother of a Michigan congressman was shot and killed early Tuesday by a family...
Detroit Evening Report: Arab American National Museum concert to honor Middle Eastern families
Syrian opera singer Lubana Al-Quntar will lead the Arab American Choir in a performance at the Arab American National Museum...
Women in the workforce report shows slight progress, continued lags
Michigan women who work full time are earning only a little over 81% of what men make, on average. The pay...
Most February Michigan primary votes were cast before Election Day
A state elections board on Monday completed the formality of certifying Michigan’s presidential primary results and, along the way, learned...