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FILE - The Detroit skyline is seen, May 12, 2020, in Detroit.
  • The Metro

The Metro: How American cities stopped making room for teenagers

Cary Junior II, The Metro April 15, 2026

Detroit teenagers have been gathering in large numbers downtown over the past few weeks.On its face, there's a simple explanation:...

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DreDukes
  • The Metro

The Metro: ‘Street-Wise & Real Talk’ is a guide for at-risk kids and teens

Tia Graham January 14, 2026

Andre “Dre” Dukes is a living example of what happens when you get a second chance in life. Dre grew...

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Caitlin Cavanagh
  • The Metro

The Metro: Expert says curfew penalties don’t work

Cary Junior II, The Metro October 28, 2025

Three teenagers and a four-year-old were killed in a string of deadly shootings in Detroit during the summer. In response, Mayor...

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“One Night Without a Bed” Aims to Raise Awareness On the Youth Homelessness Crisis

Tia Graham December 16, 2021

Through its month-long “One Night Without a Bed” challenge, the Detroit Phoenix Center aims to raise awareness about the youth homelessness crisis. ...

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Youth Unemployment in Michigan is At An All-Time High

Martina Guzman March 23, 2015

Youth unemployment in Michigan is at an all-time high.  Recent reports put the state’s youth jobless rate at 59%, among the highest...

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