New 679 area code overlay coming soon
Starting October 7, anyone placing a local call within Detroit’s “313” area code will need to dial all 10 digits—the...
In The Groove: New music from Tortoise, Alex G, celebrating 20 years of Broadcast’s ‘Tender Buttons’
Fresh releases from Butcher Brown, Alex G, Tortoise and more. Check the playlist below and listen to the episode for...
How will Belle Isle be affected if state budget falters?
An October 1 deadline looms for Michigan lawmakers to pass the state budget. Belle Isle Conservancy officials say proposed cuts and...
The Metro: Recent killings test state domestic violence protections
Over the past month, Southeast Michigan has been shaken by a string of killings. A mother and her 12-year-old son,...
The Metro: Envisioning better access to the arts for Detroit youth
Detroit has a new coalition fighting for its creative future. The Detroit Partnership for Arts Education is a cross-sector coalition, supported...
Detroit Black political leaders rally behind Donavan McKinney
Black leaders in Detroit want a change in the city's Congressional representation. The U.S. House seat is currently held by...
Detroit Evening Report: Budget indecision continues, flood watch, and more
Negotiations continue in Lansing in an effort to complete a state budget before an October first deadline. Failure to do...
The Metro: How to confront cultural norms driving domestic abuse
At the end of August, at least three women in Southeast Michigan were killed by a partner or family member....
MI Local: MRKT Plays Third Man Records, plus new Ethen Marc Band and JonPaul Wallace
I always get hung up on genres! I can't help it—it's just that they're such an effective cue to describe,...
The Metro: Can housing pods reduce homelessness in Lansing?
When housing costs rise, homelessness often follows. As rents climb, more people are priced out — relying on government...
The Metro: Anishinaabe art exhibition coming to DIA
For the first time in 30 years, a major exhibition featuring contemporary Native American art from the Great Lakes region...
University of Michigan, Outlier Media survey asks residents what they want Detroit’s next mayor to focus on
A new survey conducted by the University of Michigan and Outlier Media reveals the top concerns Detroiters would like to...
