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- New 600-Room Hotel Development Proposed DowntownA new 25-story hotel is expected to join the changing skyline along the Detroit River, flanked by the Huntington Place Convention Center and a newly built upscale apartment tower. Plus, a federal court ruled Thursday that more than a dozen Michigan state House and Senate districts around metro Detroit violate the U.S. Constitution. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].6 min
- Senate Bill Aims to Excuse 'Mental Health' Absences From Michigan SchoolsA state Senate bill proposed in January of this year would allow K-12 public school students in Michigan to get up to five days of excused absences each school year for mental or behavioral health issues without a note from a doctor or therapist. Plus, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency was awarded $2.6 million from the U.S. Department of Labor to continue the organization's efforts to combat fraud. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].5 min
- New Census Data Shows Slight Population Increase in MichiganMichigan’s population grew slightly in the past year, according to new census data. Plus, Gov. Whitmer announced Wednesday that the lottery has provided more than $1.3 billion to the state school aid fund this year. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].5 min
- DMC Updates Visitor Restrictions Amid Rising Flu CasesThe Detroit Medical Center has updated its visitor policy at all DMC facilities as flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory illness cases continue to rise throughout the state. Plus, the City of Detroit has awarded 14 grants to businesses in the Gratiot/7 Mile Strategic Neighborhood Fund area to improve their storefronts. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].8 min
- New Tool Aims to Improve 'Tree Equity' in Detroit NeighborhoodsA new tool from the nonprofit American Forests aims to show Detroiters of all economic backgrounds how increasing their neighborhood's tree canopy can improve residents' health and well-being. Plus, legendary Detroit musician and producer Joseph "Amp" Fiddler died on Sunday at the age of 65. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].5 min
- RTA Considers Proposal to Take Over QLINEThe Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan is considering a proposal to take over control of Detroit's QLINE. Plus, 700,000 Michigan families will receive tax rebate checks early next year thanks to a boost to the state's Earned Income Tax Credit passed by the state legislature in March. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].5 min
- Detroit Awarded $25M Grant to Improve Bus Safety, AccessibilityThe City of Detroit received $24.8 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation this week to improve safety and bus stop accessibility throughout the city. Plus, Gov. Whitmer unveiled a "MI Vehicle Rebate" plan on Tuesday. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].6 min
- Detroit Casino Revenue Remains Down in NovemberDetroit's three casinos reported $79.1 million in revenue for the month of November — down nearly 24% from November of last year. Plus, Ford has plans to cut production of its F-150 pickup in half early next year. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].6 min
- City Breaks Ground on $18M Affordable Housing Project in Southwest DetroitCity officials broke ground this week on a new affordable housing development in Detroit's East Chadsey-Condon neighborhood. Plus, the City of Highland Park has announced its official site for early voting in 2024 statewide and federal elections. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].7 min
- Gov. Whitmer Signs Language Access Bills Into LawTwo new state laws aim to help more than 900,000 people in Michigan who are not proficient English speakers. Plus, Detroit police have arrested a new person of interest in the death of metro Detroit Jewish leader Samantha Woll. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].6 min
About The Detroit Evening Report
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A new chapter ahead
WDET’s Detroit Evening Report is taking a hiatus as we work to reimagine the program and develop a new, expanded offering that better serves our community. Our commitment to amplifying diverse voices, reflecting the experiences of communities of color, and delivering trusted, relevant local journalism remains as strong as ever. We’re excited about what’s ahead and look forward to sharing more about this next chapter in the coming months. Stay tuned!
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The Detroit Evening Report is a three-minute daily round-up of the news that city residents need to know. Stories focus on the concerns, problems, passions and needs of Detroiters – specifically residents of color. On the weekends, we take a break from the news and spend some time with community members. Hosted by Sascha Raiyn, Jerome Vaughn, Tia Graham, Nargis Rahman, and Hernz Laguerre, Jr. Detroit Evening Report is a production of WDET, Detroit's NPR Station.
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