37 Minutes in Southwest Detroit with Estaban Castro
Southwest Detroit is where Esteban Castro grew up and plans to raise a family of his own. We spend 37 minutes together talking about why.
Terry Parris Jr.'s Latest Articles
New to Detroit: Small Town Guy Chooses to Stick with the City
Once a denizen of small northern towns, Josh Fisher wanted to experience a big city. He chose Detroit for grad school a few years ago and fell hard. Here's his story.
Man Behind the Creative Class Stats Shares Ideas on Detroit
Some straight-talk from the man who crunches numbers for Creative Class guru Richard Florida. He shares some thoughts about how a city like Detroit can be the one that pulls away from the pack.
Rob Schneider Tells Detroit: ‘You Can Do It’
It's advice actor Rob Schneider isn't saving only for his next cameo in an Adam Sandler flick. The funny guy has been on the set of his new movie, being shot here in Detroit, and has a message for our budding film industry: "You can do it."
The Extra Experience: Or Pretending to Party on Detroit’s Streets
Writer Terry Parris Jr. answers the open call for extras for Rob Schneider's new movie and finds life on the set to be bizarre, but fun. Here's what happens when Hollywood hits Detroit's streets.
Makin’ Movies: ‘American Virgin’ Brings Jobs and Dreams to Local Crews
Nearly all involved in "American Virgin," from hair and makeup to catering and security, and even the unpaid extras, use their hand as a map when showing someone where they are from. This mitten-made movie is making dreams come true for Detroiters with Hollywood dreams.
New to Detroit: Philly Native Simit Shah Makes New Center His Home
Philly native Simit Shah came here for opportunity, and he found a city to love. True, Philly has a grip on his heart, but he's embraced Detroit, as well. "I'm an urban guy, a city dweller, and I need a city environment," he says. This is the first in an occasional series that will look at people like Simit Shah who choose Detroit.
Detroit, One Man, One Month, No Car
It wasn't like we asked him to eat exclusively at McDonald's or anything -- just take a month, leave the car parked in the driveway and ride the bus (and train and bike). Terry Parris Jr. discovered that the glass is half empty and half full when it comes to transit options in Detroit. And somewhere along the way, he found out he liked it.
A Wish List for Motor City Transit
What does our transit system lack that other cities have? We look at not just the obvious big things, like rail, but offer some little changes that would make getting around without a car easier in Detroit.
The Bus Stops Here: Tips for the Untrained Rider
Here is everything you always wanted to know about riding the bus but were afraid to ask. Or possibly you asked and couldn't find an answer.
