Housing
Deed fraud can cause vulnerable Detroiters to lose their homes – here’s why it’s hard to catch the thieves The Conversation
Housing First helps people find permanent homes in Detroit − but HUD plans to divert funds to short-term solutions The Conversation
Nearly half of Detroit seniors spend at least 30% of their income on housing costs − even as real estate values fall The Conversation
Politics
Michigan’s local election officials are confident in voting integrity ahead of November’s midterm election The Conversation
Health
Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma − here’s how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier The Conversation
Innovations in asthma care can improve the health of Detroiters living with this chronic disease The Conversation
Public Safety
Detroit parents face fines if their children break curfew − research shows the policy could do more harm than good The Conversation
Education
Plans to improve Michigan’s K-12 schools depend on how the state funds public education The Conversation
We collected data on how 779 Michigan school districts are regulating student cellphones − here are the trends The Conversation
More than 50% of Detroit students regularly miss class – and schools alone can’t solve the problem The Conversation
Community Development
Detroit wants to elevate youth voices in leadership – that means giving them real power The Conversation
Detroit has a shortage of national retailers. What can officials do to attract more chains to the city? The Conversation
History & Culture
Detroit was once home to 18 Black-led hospitals – here’s how to understand their rise and fall The Conversation
How museums can help rebuild trust in a divided America The Conversation
A Detroit street is named in honor of Vincent Chin – his death mobilized Asian American activists nationwide The Conversation
The rise of Yemeni coffeehouses in Dearborn and beyond The Conversation
The White Stripes join the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame − their primal sound reflects Detroit’s industrial roots The Conversation
