A 2019 Michigan study found that nearly half of incarcerated individuals were charged with a “divertable" offense. Now, a decades-long effort from researchers, lawmakers, corrections professionals, and families is making a case for improved conditions for inmates with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Could a new metro Detroit facility make a difference?
For the launch of Deviate’s Fall/Winter ’22 collection, the Detroit-based fashion house partnered with over 50 local artists earlier this month to bring the city’s art, style, and substance to New York City in a unique immersive exhibition.
The owners of five Black-owned small businesses talk about how they’re blazing their own trails as entrepreneurs in the city — and what Black History Month means to them and their business.
From charming urban forests to abandoned landmarks restored to grandeur, here are some of the projects we’ll have our eyes on this year.
From budget-friendly bungalows to sprawling historic colonials and luxury urban condos, those in the know say Detroit has something to offer almost every buyer on the market this year. Get their tips on what to look for.
Which downtown designs across the state are impressing the experts? The Michigan Downtown Association’s annual awards this year included several notable projects emphasizing the importance of placemaking and community building our downtown public spaces.
If the dining business doesn't pick up, nearly a quarter of Michigan's restaurant operators say they won't be open in half a year. Facing winter, fewer commuters, delayed deliveries, and staffing concerns, we find out how downtown Detroit restaurants are evolving, how COVID-19 has changed the game, and what the future looks like for them.
As the pandemic extends into its second year, downtown Detroit industries are serving the diverse needs of their workers in different ways: “I think what we’ve all learned during this era is that the old way of doing things is no longer working. You need to provide a level of flexibility for your employees or team members that really works for them."
Last year, Michiganders lost over $83 million to cybercriminals. These Detroit tech entrepreneurs are working to thwart future attacks with democratized, equitable security solutions.
As a college student, Deeply Rooted Produce founder Dazmonique Carr experienced food insecurity. Now her company is working to create more equitable access to affordable, high-quality produce for Detroiters at every income level.
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