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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Midtown hazardous waste site seeking license renewal
EQ Detroit Inc. operates a hazardous waste site in Midtown near the I-94 and I-75 interchange. The company’s license is up for renewal, and not all residents are in support.
The Metro: Public money flows into Hudson’s but returns are unclear
Hudson’s tower was pitched as Detroit’s next big step. Instead, $678M in subsidies, job reshuffling, and a lawsuit over transparency leave questions about who the project really serves.
The Metro: Postponed I-375 redesign project raised awareness of historic Black Bottom neighborhood
MDOT’s I-375 redesign project represented an opportunity for telling the stories of Detroit’s historic Black Bottom and Paradise Valley Neighborhoods.
The Metro: Enthusiasm is high for Detroit’s composting pilot program
Sign-ups are full for Detroit’s first composting pilot program. 200 residents have signed up, with hundreds on the waitlist.
The Metro: Detroit City FC’s new stadium aims to reflect the community
A new stadium is ushering in a new era for DCFC. AlumniFi Field is set to open for the 2027 USL Championship season.
CONTAINER on The Metro: Jermond Booze
Born and raised in Arkansas, Jermond “Chef Booze” Booze has made Detroit home, using food to spark bigger conversations through music themed dinners, youth mentorship, and a win on “Chopped.”
The Metro: Street closures in downtown Northville gain community support, spark lawsuits
A legal fight in Northville highlights a national debate over whether cities should prioritize walkability or traffic flow. Members of Community Over Cars joined The Metro to discuss their efforts.
The Metro: Lansing native Nicole Melnyk to headline ‘What’s So Funny About Detroit’
Nicole Melnyk is a comedian known for her energy and sharp wit.
The Metro: Ford charges forward with new EV plans
Ford hopes to bring a 30,000 dollar mid-size electric pick-up to market in two years.
The Metro: With $156 million solar program axed, what’s Michigan’s path forward?
Oakland County Commissioner Chair Dave Woodward weighs in on whether Michigan can still cut energy costs and grow clean power without federal dollars.
The Metro: Giving expecting mothers money gets bipartisan support in Lansing
Last week, the Michigan Senate Committee on Housing and Human Services held a hearing to discuss the expansion of Rx Kids, which offers women $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 a month during their child’s first year of life.
The Metro: Brightmoor Music Series continues jazz series with ‘Puttin on the Ritz’
“Puttin on the Ritz” is a celebration of the 100th birthday of the park’s namesake, Etheldra Mae Williams.
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