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Detroit photographer Elonte Davis (from left), "The Metro" host Tia Graham, Design Core Detroit Co-executive Director Kiana Wenzell, and "The Metro" guest -co-host Orlando Bailey pose for a photo at WDET Studios.
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The Metro: Design Core’s Detroit Month of Design to kick off in September

John Filbrandt August 23, 2024

Detroit Month of Design is celebrating its 14th annual showcase of immersive design.   In this case, the word “design” is...

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Detroit Evening Report: Family sues Detroit judge for putting teen in handcuffs, jail clothes on field trip

Bre'Anna Tinsley August 22, 2024

A family is suing a Wayne County judge after he ordered a teenager into jail clothes and handcuffs during a...

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A large mulch fire at Detroit Mulch Co. on Prairie Street continued to burn throughout the day on Wednesday, Aug. 21, impacting air quality in the region.
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Detroit Evening Report: Large mulch fire affecting air quality in Detroit

Jerome Vaughn August 21, 2024

If you’ve been smelling smoke on the west side of the city, you’re not alone. A large mulch fire started...

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Grammy-nominated musician Mumu Fresh (center) poses with "The Metro" host Tia Graham and guest co-host, Outlier Media Executive Director Orlando Bailey.
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The Metro: Grammy-nominated Mumu Fresh makes Detroit stop on The Healing Tour

John Filbrandt August 21, 2024

We talk politics on the show; we talk music on the show; and Baltimore native Maimouna Yousef — also known...

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Delegates hold signs as former President Barack Obama speaks during the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago.
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Detroiter at DNC who attended more than a dozen conventions encourages younger generations to tune in

Quinn Klinefelter August 21, 2024

The Democratic National Convention completely changed its tenor after Vice President Kamala Harris became the party’s official nominee.But at an...

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manhole cover that reads "Detroit Water and Sewer Department"
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Detroit water department speeds up lead service line replacement with $90M in grants

Bre'Anna Tinsley August 15, 2024

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department has received $90 million to accelerate its lead line replacement project.Thanks to the funds,...

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FILE - Keep Growing Detroit's urban farm near Eastern Market.
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The Metro: New resources aim to provide water assistance to Detroiters

Sydney Waelchli August 9, 2024

The accessibility of fresh, clean water and a functioning infrastructure is something that many of us take for granted.  Last...

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City officials unveiled the new Tireman-Minock park in Detroit's Warrendale/Cody Rouge neighborhood on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024.
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Detroit Evening Report: City officials unveil new park in Detroit’s Cody Rouge neighborhood

Bre'Anna Tinsley August 8, 2024

City officials and community stakeholders gathered in Rouge Park on Thursday to celebrate the newly revitalized Tireman-Minock Park in Detroit's...

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Harris and Walz meet with ‘uncommitted’ leaders, union members during Detroit campaign stop

Russ McNamara August 8, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz continued their Presidential campaign with a rally at Detroit Metro Airport...

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A Detroit police officer shows a young girl the inside of his patrol vehicle.
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The Metro: ‘Coolin’ with Cops’ initiative aims to build bridges between Detroit youth and police

Sydney Waelchli August 7, 2024

The Detroit Police Athletic League is partnering with the Detroit Police Department to start a new community initiative to help...

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Created Equal: The Milliken v. Bradley decision’s effect on Detroit schools, 50 years later

Robyn Vincent, Madison Ganzak August 7, 2024

Last month marked the 50th anniversary of a Supreme Court case originating in Detroit that’s had a lasting impact on...

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Shri Thanedar greets residents at a senior appreciation day outside Detroit’s Aretha Franklin auditorium
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Rep. Shri Thanedar defeats Detroit councilwoman Mary Waters in 13th Congressional primary

Karen Brundidge, Bre'Anna Tinsley August 7, 2024

U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar defeated Detroit City Council member Mary Waters in the Democratic primary for the Detroit area's 13th...

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