Fitzgerald neighborhood takes innovative approach to reactivating vacant land
To combat vacancy, the northwest Detroit neighborhood has developed some innovative solutions through greenways, parks, and gardens.
How telemedicine brings healthcare into vulnerable patients’ homes
Programs that allow patients to confer with medical staff via phone or videoconferencing have the potential to create more equitable access to health care, but they're underutilized for a variety of reasons.
Join us on Sept. 11 for “Real jobs in today’s Detroit,” our next Equitable Development panel event
As part of our ongoing Equitable Development series, we'll be discussing how development can produce lasting, well-paying jobs for Detroiters. The event is free and open to the public.
New bus pass system looks to simplify riding in metro Detroit
Changes to the system include no transfer fees between SMART and DDOT busses, easy to use passes, and integration of mobile devices.
Community space for empowering local Bengali women launches crowdfunding campaign
Women of Banglatown is a free community space that offers art and wellness programming, assistance for immigrants, and a place for conversation.
On solid footing, Belle Isle Aquarium plans expansion
According to the Detroit News, all but a handful of tanks will be open by the end of the year, with other improvements on the way.
How metro Detroit communities are slimming down with road diets
Road diet have become a popular way for city planners to calm traffic and add non-motorized transit options in metro Detroit. But are they just fad diets? Or do they actually carry benefits for commuters and communities?
A family affair: Danto Furniture continues family business tradition into fourth generation
For the first entry in a series on family-run businesses, we spoke with Ashley Danto Silverman, the fourth generation in her family to work at Danto Furniture, a 78-year-old business started by Danto Silverman's great-grandfather.
Voices of Cody Rouge: How a small developer is working to stabilize housing with Quicken Loans
Dina Harris estimates that she's helped more than 3,000 families achieve homeownership in Michigan. Because of this experience, she was asked to be a part of a home renovation program in Cody Rouge funded by Quicken Loans.
An inside look at the transformation of the Detroit riverfront
In the past decade, so much has changed along the riverfront. But even more has been announced for the future. MJ Galbraith spoke with planners and developers to present a full picture of all the developments taking place.
