Belle Isle launches survey to plan for new amenities
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Belle Isle Conservancy are working to plan for new amenities on the...
Detroit Evening Report: Tlaib sponsors grocery bill, Mammoth demolition, + more
In this episode of the Detroit Evening Report, we go over a new grocery bill sponsored by U.S. Representative Rashida...
The Metro Events Guide: Music in the parks, art on Belle Isle + more
Outdoor concerts, unique art experiences and critically-acclaimed comedy. Here's what to do this weekend in metro Detroit.MusicHip-Hop in the Parks...
Detroit Evening Report: Carnival of the Spirit celebrates 25 years in Detroit
In this episode of The Detroit Evening Report, we cover a celebration of African ancestors, a Detroit student facing deportation and...
Detroit Evening Report: Belle Isle fountain closing for $6M in renovations
Belle Isle’s James Scott Memorial Fountain will undergo an 18-month, $6 million renovation beginning this weekend. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple...
Detroit Evening Report: Belle Isle gathering aims to combat violence against Black women
A gathering on the Belle Isle Bridge this weekend is aimed at combatting violence against Black women.Subscribe to the Detroit...
The Metro Events Guide: Where to celebrate diversity and inclusion in Detroit this weekend
The government may be giving up on its efforts toward diversity, equity and inclusion, but we sure aren’t. This week,...
Detroit Evening Report: Duggan announces gubernatorial run; Belle Isle Conservatory reopens + more
Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's announcement that he will run for governor of Michigan...
CuriosiD: What is the history behind the Belle Isle Boathouse?
WDET’s CuriosiD podcast answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.In this episode of CuriosiD, we answer...
The Metro: Belle Isle Conservancy’s efforts helping to improve the island this summer
Despite having one of its largest attractions closed for renovations, Belle Isle saw a 7% increase in visitors last year....
Detroit Evening Report: Detroit’s population growth; return of the Belle Isle giant slide and more
On the latest episode of the Detroit Evening Report, we cover Detroit's population growth, the return of the giant slide on...
Belle Isle slide set to reopen this summer following safety improvements
The popular giant slide on Belle Isle is set to reopen this summer following necessary safety improvements after potential injuries...