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October 30, 2023 UAW Shares Details on Their Tentative Agreement With Ford
Officials with the United Auto Workers have outlined the specifics of a tentative contract agreement with Ford announced last week. Plus, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a hate crime unit, and more. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
6 min
October 27, 2023 DER Weekends: CAIR Lawsuit Aims to End Federal Watchlist System
On the latest episode of DER Weekends, hosts Nargis Rahman and Sascha Raiyn tell the story of a lawsuit filed by the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) against 29 government agencies, asking them to end the terror watchlist, which allegedly disproportionately impacts American Muslims.
24 min
October 27, 2023 Michigan Senate Adopts Reproductive Health Care Act Bill
The Michigan Senate approved a bill Thursday to lift some of the abortion restrictions still on the books. Plus, low-income residents in Michigan would have access to an income-based water affordability program under bills heard in a House committee this week. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
6 min
October 26, 2023 Autoworkers Reach Tentative Deal With Ford
The UAW reached a tentative contract agreement with Ford Motor Company on Wednesday that could potentially end the union's nearly six-week strike against Detroit automakers. Plus, a new state program will offer temporary rent aid for eligible refugees and asylees in Michigan. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
5 min
October 25, 2023 Strikes Trim Profit at GM in an Otherwise Strong Quarter
The UAW strike against General Motors is expected to cut pretax earnings by $800 million this year, and another $200 million per week after that. Plus, Henry Ford Health, MSU and Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores this week sought a combined $273 million in tax breaks for their proposed $3 billion joint development project in New Center. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
6 min
October 24, 2023 Striking Casino Workers March on Detroit City Hall
Striking casino workers gathered outside Detroit City Hall this morning to voice concerns to city council members about their ongoing labor dispute. Plus, the UAW strike against Detroit’s automakers has expanded again, with 5,000 workers walking off the job today at GM's Arlington, Texas assembly plant. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
5 min
October 23, 2023 Police 'Confident' Samantha Woll Murder Not a Hate Crime
During a press conference on Monday, Detroit Police Chief James White said investigators have found no evidence of antisemitism. Plus, Detroiters and visitors can now walk 3.5 miles continuously along the water at the Detroit River, as the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy held a grand opening for the new Uniroyal Promenade. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
6 min
October 20, 2023 UAW President Shawn Fain Notes 'Serious Movement' During Contract Negotiations
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain provided an update Friday afternoon on the union's ongoing contract negotiations with Detroit's Big Three automakers. Plus, the MEDC this week announced a major investment in state-of-the-art training programs at multiple higher education institutions throughout the state. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
6 min
October 19, 2023 City Secures Funding to Extend Water Affordability Plan
The City of Detroit will extend its income-based water affordability plan another two years after securing additional funding to support the program. Plus, the state Senate passed a bill to eliminate Michigan's broad immunity protection for drug manufacturers and sellers from product liability lawsuits on Wednesday. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
5 min
October 18, 2023 Giant 'Inspirational' Murals to be Installed Downtown Ahead of 2024 NFL Draft
The city is partnering with a global nonprofit to create a collection of massive public art murals throughout downtown ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit. Plus, Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield is hosting a community winter coat giveaway on Saturday. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at [email protected].
4 min