Children play during a campout at Eliza Howell Park.

Park equity initiatives have big impacts for Detroiters, from students to elders

From school science programming to park revitalization efforts, we talked to local residents about how equity-related efforts in parks have impacted their lives and communities.

Committed to a safer Detroit, Dujuan Kennedy and his team at FORCE Detroit have helped to reduce violent crime in Cody Rouge
Reducing violent crime by 52 percent in one Detroit neighborhood is no small feat

FORCE Detroit is helping neighbors living in areas of high violence by building trust. A team working in Cody Rouge identifies and intercepts problems early on, before violence breaks out.

50-year-old Detroit born bank celebrates new opportunity with J.P. Morgan and Wayne County

First Independent Bank has won a new opportunity that supports local taxpayers and opens doors for future growth of the bank.

Alan Jackson, 25, has experienced multiple periods of homelessness since he was 17. He now has an apartment in Detroit.
What is it like to be homeless in Detroit?

We interviewed several Detroiters about what caused them to become homeless, the varying forms homelessness takes, and what services the city's unhoused need.

How Ahya Simone tells Detroit’s story — and her own — through string

"I appreciate when people don't sensationalize my identity. I prefer it when people focus on my art. I do a lot of things for the trans community within my community, but I prefer that my identity only be referenced when it's necessary."

"We live here, we work here and we care about you and your family."
A New Vision for Public Health in Michigan

Michigan has stepped forward with a comprehensive Public Health Call to Action, a set of recommendations crafted by the Michigan Public Health Advisory Council (MPHAC) to guide the state’s journey toward a more equitable and resilient health system. 

Jordan Clarke, Rebel Dogs’ Foster and Adoption Coordinator
Rebels with a cause: How Rebel Dogs has changed the animal advocacy landscape in Detroit

Rebel Dogs was started by a couple of engaged citizens who wanted to alleviate the suffering of stray dogs. Today, it’s a comprehensive dog-rescue operation that helps Detroit pet owners on multiple levels.

Robert Sheehan
Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025

Federal dollars, state initiatives, community partnerships, and a normalization of seeking and receiving behavioral health care have positioned Michigan’s community mental health agencies to do even more good work in 2025.

"Detroit has always been a city driven by innovation,” says Mayor Mike Duggan.
Detroit embraces AI as it adds ‘AI invitation statement’ to future RFPs

“We are excited to see how vendors and partners can leverage AI and other innovative technologies to contribute to the city's delivery of services while maintaining our standard for operational excellence,” says Sandra Yu Stahl, Detroit's Chief Procurement Officer.

Instructor Kevin Gordon helps Serigne Lo, an ESL student from Senegal, study language needed for a driver's exam
Center offers language, community support for adult learners

With a growing population of students from West Africa, Siena Literacy Center provides language help and community support for adult learners  

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