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Erin Allen/Michigan RadioDetroit's Movement Electronic Music festival normally ends by midnight, but there’s an overnight dance scene that makes it a 24-hour affair. As a part of our "Mornings in Michigan" series, Michigan Radio’s Erin Allen takes us into the wee hours of the weekend with a Detroit techno icon. -
Paula SmileyMiz Korona's artistry extends from before her scene in 8 Mile through almost three decades of international touring, teaching, photography, fashion design, and beat production. Today, she’s getting ready to release a new EP: The Healer and the Heartbreaker. -
Photo submitted by Joshua Mango"What up doe?" If you’ve heard the term before, you probably know it as a greeting or maybe even a question. But for many Black Detroiters, the phrase is a piece of home. Today, we'll talk about the history of "what up doe" and what it means to its originators. -
Erin Allen/Michigan RadioFor most of us, to start the day is to turn off our alarm, get dressed, have a coffee or maybe water, and then start work or school. But there’s a little place in Detroit where the first few things on the list are instead — sitting, chanting and meditating.
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The research also found that Detroit schools have higher retention rates of Black teachers compared to others in Southeast Michigan. -
The Detroit Public Schools Community District began giving high school students with perfect attendance over two-week long periods $200 gift cards. The incentive aims to increase attendance in the district. -
Today, we talk to author Felicia George about her book When Detroit Played the Numbers: Gambling's History and Cultural Impact on the Motor City, one of this year's Michigan Notable Books. -
Today, how bird flu is decimating flocks and egg production. Then, education developments to keep an eye out for this year. Later, how Black Detroiters were the forerunners of the modern lottery system. -
Today, the problems with Grand Traverse County Jail. Then, the spread of the Detroit Lions' fame across the Atlantic. Later, what's next after community solar legislation failed.
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Today, we hear from Mayor Mike Duggan on his decision to run for governor of Michigan in 2026. -
City officials say that community violence interrupter groups are responsible for a steep drop in violent crime in six of what had been the most violent parts of Detroit. -
Today, the Lions' hard-to-believe streak. Then, how social media amplifies existing issues. Later, how faith groups can influence politics.
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Today, we talk to John Niyo, sports columnist for The Detroit News, about how crazy it is the Lions are 8-1 with no signs of stopping. -
Detroit voters approved Proposal S. The measure means the school millage can now collect money to go directly toward paying down Detroit Public Schools' legacy debt.
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This new building, called The Anchor at Mariners Inn, will offer more supportive housing, counseling, therapy and job training services. -
A report from the University of Michigan’s Center for Racial Justice finds Detroiters' support for reparations is strongly tied to their perceptions of racial inequity. -
"So for anybody here who ever wanted to kiss their landlord goodbye, this is your opportunity with city assistance," Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said.
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According to city plans, some of the alleys will get new murals, a farmer’s market, parks, a museum, and an art gallery. -
The $1.5 billion District Detroit proposed projects include 10 new and renovated buildings for over 1.2 million square feet of commercial office space, 695 mixed income residential units and 400 hotel rooms. -
Councilmember Mary Waters says there's a risk the land bank is selling homes out from under residents. -
More than 70 people showed up virtually and in person to Tuesday's city council meeting to talk about the district, but Council delayed the vote until next week -
It's called the "Wayne State Guarantee" and will be available for low-income students for up to five years, as long as they're on track to graduate during the fifth year. -
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan spoke from the former Michigan Central Station, a once-abandoned eyesore now being restored as a mobility tech hub by Ford and other companies. -
Tenant associations are springing up across the city. Their members say they’re pushing back against landlords who profit off buildings they don’t take care of — while raising rents and evicting residents.
