Exploring what unites us and divides us as people and as a region.
The goal of Crossing the Lines is to tell stories that show the diversity of people and perspectives that make up Metro Detroit by collaborating directly with residents of the cities and neighborhoods that we’re examining.
This community-first journalism aims to engage with listeners by finding them where they live and work, by talking to them about their concerns in their community and listening — really listening — to what they have to say.
Communities visited since the series began in 2011 include Canton, Center Line, Southfield, Windsor and several Detroit neighborhoods. WDET is examining Highland Park and Northville in 2026.
Take a look at areas we’ve covered previously:
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Three Schools, One Campus: Plymouth-Canton Community Schools Offer a Unique High School Experience
Canton Community Foundation Aims to Address Chronic Loneliness
Canton Roads: Where Does the Money Go?
Canton Chamber President Says the Township’s Business Climate Remains Strong
Nature Continues to Disappear in Canton
Canton: Home to Global Foods and Services
WDET Introduces Crossing The Lines – Canton
Canton Tries to Cure Crash-Filled Crossroads
WDET Meets Canton: Community Input
Crossing the Lines: Walkerville Is Seeing a Resurgence
Crossing the Lines: Windsor Welcomes Immigrants
Crossing the Lines: Canadian Club Building Brings Italian Renaissance to Windsor’s Riverfront
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