Mackinac Policy Conference: Rep. Lawrence reflects on retirement and political career
Rep. Brenda Lawrence has worked in politics for decades and has served the 14th House District for Michigan since 2015....
Minority communities face greater disparities for mental health care, local psychiatrist says
Despite focused efforts, access to mental health services is limited for minority communities across Metro Detroit. Asra Hamzavi is an...
Urban gardens don’t lead to gentrification in Detroit, study says
Researchers at the University of Michigan say urban gardens in Detroit don't necessarily lead to gentrification. But they are concerned...
Detroit Evening Report, June 1, 2022: Juneteenth declared a statewide court holiday
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. The Michigan Supreme...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Rep. Debbie Dingell talks gun reform, polarization
Gun reform legislation has been one of the most important policy priorities for Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Dearborn) as of late....
Mackinac Policy Conference: Mayor Mike Duggan says city to reveal plan to promote homeownership for Detroit residents
Detroit will receive $826 million as part of the American Rescue Plan Act ("ARPA") passed by the federal government. The...
Major Violators: Investigators find systemic corruption in Detroit’s top drug enforcement unit
This is the first installment of WDET's reporting on the investigation of the Major Violators Unit that occurred between 2019...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Sen. Debbie Stabenow talks gun control, supply chain shortages
A variety of political issues are concerning Michigan representatives, including higher gas prices, supply chain shortages, and gun violence. These...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Sen. Gary Peters talks gun control, postal service reform
The recent violent shootings have brought gun control talks back in the spotlight in Washington. Sen. Gary Peters discusses what...
Detroit Evening Report, May 31, 2022: Former Wayne County Executive William Lucas has died
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. Former Wayne County...
Duggan says he did nothing wrong in naming FBI informant
There’s a new wrinkle to the federal corruption probe involving towing contracts, bribery and Detroit City Hall. Former City Councilman...
Festival celebrates Metro Detroit’s Chinese community
On a recent Saturday, a group of teenagers strike gongs and big bass drums while lions dance. They’re not real...