Michigan Department of Natural Resources planning shuttle service on Belle Isle
Belle Isle is working on implementing a shuttle route to reduce traffic congestion on the island. The Michigan Department...
Detroit Evening Report, May 2, 2022: Whitmer vetoes bill proposing changes to voter registration applications
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. Gov. Gretchen...
New documentary “Gradually, then Suddenly” explores Detroit’s bankruptcy
In 2013, Detroit became the largest U.S. city to ever enter bankruptcy. As a result of the process, Detroit...
Muslims in Metro Detroit celebrate Eid al-Fitr
Share your Eid moments with WDET for a chance to be featured using the hashtag #EidInDetroit on Instagram or...
‘He was a peacemaker’: Parents of Patrick Lyoya want son remembered for more than fatal police shooting
It’s been nearly a month since the death of Patrick Lyoya. A Grand Rapids police officer killed the Congolese...
Jody Watley enjoys longevity through constant musical evolution
Chicago-born and Los Angeles-bred Jody Watley was always drawn to the stage, having performed at age 8 with her...
Praise, few blemishes in file of cop who shot Patrick Lyoya
A Grand Rapids police officer who fatally shot Patrick Lyoya in the back of the head had no complaints of...
Detroit Evening Report: April 29, 2022: Asian American leaders to mark AAPI Heritage Month
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. Asian American...
Muslims Building Bridges unity iftars bring community together after two years of COVID-19
During the first two years of the pandemic, Metro Detroiters had to forgo celebrating religious holidays with others. For...
Here’s where you can celebrate Eid al-Fitr around Metro Detroit
Eid Al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. It's a feast where people eat, gather and pray with family, friends...
Detroit Evening Report: April 28, 2022: Police union defends officer who fatally shot Patrick Lyoya
Welcome to the Detroit Evening Report, a daily round-up of news that city residents need to know. The union...
New funding for beautification projects will help Detroiters “reclaim the land”
Detroit is giving out $2.25 million to help beautify its neighborhoods. It’s the first project of the Neighborhood Improvement...