Here’s a look at what to expect regarding snow removal from Detroit area streets

The City of Detroit's Department of Public Works maintains 673 miles of major roads and 1,884 miles of residential streets in the city.

Reviving Detroit’s Regent Park neighborhood

Impacted by decades of disinvestment, crime, poverty, and lack of resources and opportunity, Detroit’s Regent Park is experiencing a revival led by east side nonprofit LifeBUILDERS.

Detroit earns top score for protection of the LGBTQ+ community for 10th year in a row

The scorecard rates large American cities based on non-discrimination laws, policies as city and an employer, law enforcement, and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality.

In the news: What others are reporting

Data center development updates, Detroit's first gentleman, best clothing stores, support for students taken by ICE.

How Detroit Public Schools bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs

Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class.

Rosa Parks’ story didn’t end in Montgomery. These students are proof of that.

The Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation aims to tell the story of Parks' life beyond the seat on the bus while helping Michigan students devoted to service and social change.

From Vacant Lots to Vibrant Buildings: How Real Estate Developers are Using Predevelopment Assistance to Revitalize Communities

Predevelopment assistance provides local real estate entrepreneurs with a pathway to community investment and growth.

Forestry funding helps bring Woodbridge affordable housing, horse barn, and ‘filter forest’ to life

Three Detroit grantees have ambitious plans for grant funds plans awarded for efforts to expand tree canopy and strengthen local green infrastructure.

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Here’s where Detroit residents can find safe, warm spaces during the ongoing cold weather 

The City of Detroit reminds residents that daytime respite centers are available.

In the news: A round-up of stories from what we’re reading this week

The New York Times tells the tale of Detroit's Thanksgiving Parade. Bridge Michigan has a data center update. The Detroit Metro Times reports on Leland House. And at Planet Detroit, they are talking about who is learning the economics of solar energy.

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