Coronavirus in Detroit

How a legacy Black-owned business adapted to serve Detroit mourners during an epidemic

After 74 years in Detroit, MAYS Multimedia is a go-to printer for obituaries and memorial programs. That hasn't changed --…

5 years ago

Belle Isle crowds raise questions about closing the park, but Detroiters need open spaces more than ever

The island is more than a favorite recreation spot -- it's one of the most important Black public spaces in…

5 years ago

Services are on hold at this Detroit mosque during coronavirus crisis, but their soup kitchen still feeds families of all faiths

Though Ramadan traditions have been challenged by stay-at-home precautions, the Muslim Center is making iftar meals to-go -- and serving…

5 years ago

13 ways to keep moving forward, with help from Detroit creators

The "can't stop, won't stop" mentality seems to be driving workers, parents and so many others to continue pushing forward…

5 years ago

These work-from-home Detroiters are productive — but they still miss office life

"I think there's going to be a lot of anxiety and a slow return," says Amanda Lewan, cofounder of coworking…

5 years ago

While foundations fund the frontlines of coronavirus response, Detroit arts and culture nonprofits are left hanging

"The core and essential activity for us is bringing people together, convening, allowing people to have hands-on experiences, close experiences,…

5 years ago

Dear Detroit small business owners: You’re open. We’re here to help.

Today, we are launching Detour’s Keep Detroit Local program, a member-supported promotion for small businesses impacted by COVID-19.

5 years ago

15 Detroit things to do to keep you feeling positive this week

Make rain water work for you, tap into your creative side, get classy at the virtual symphony and plan a…

5 years ago

Feeling acute economic pain during COVID-19 crisis, many Detroiters think they’ll be broke by summer

Detroit's kids may be less likely to get the coronavirus, but they're more likely to live in households that have…

5 years ago

Front porch revival: How social distancing shines a light on our long-neglected public-private realm

These days, quarantined Detroiters are finding ourselves drawn to the oft-neglected spaces between our private lives and the public realm.…

5 years ago