“Chronic absenteeism" is one of the biggest problems hurting students in Detroit and across the country, accounting for any students who miss at least 10% of school days. Lori Higgins, bureau chief for Chalkbeat Detroit, joins "The Metro" to discuss her ongoing reporting about the issue and how to address it. Also, Hegira Health Director of Development Dr. Andrea Rodgers joins the show to talk about an upcoming town hall on minority mental health care issues.