Engaging Detroit

'Your Brain on School' art instillation in Southwest Detroit.

Community

Youth organizers in Detroit give public a look at "Your Brain on School" in new art exhibit

Jamie Simmons

Youth organizers from 482Forward and Congress of Communities came together to give people a snapshot of their school experience in Detroit public and charter schools.

Tasneem Joseph sits on the steps of the Indus Detroit Artist Residency located on Detroit's westside. This residency is now a part of the Dream of Detroit's community land trust.

Economy

This Detroit neighborhood is using the community land trust model to help ensure affordable housing

Jamie Simmons

Detroit’s housing market is pushing many people to start thinking outside the box when it comes to home ownership. For years, Detroit was seen as the place to purchase a decent, affordable home. But that is no longer the reality in many parts of the city.

Economy

A Detroit neighborhood is redefining ‘affordable for Detroit’ as the rental market hits an all-time high

Jamie Simmons

The Detroit housing market is now one of the most competitive markets in Southeast Michigan. The majority of city residents now are renters, and some are finding it hard to find or qualify for homes in their own neighborhoods.

Howes: Detroit benefits from state's Big Three universities

University of Michigan, Michigan State University and Wayne State University are putting traditional rivalries aside to pour some brain power and…