Stories

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

A food lover’s guide to curbside pickup in the Detroit area

Social distancing doesn't mean you have to miss out on fresh seafood, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, mile-high sandwiches and more.

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

DTE, Consumers report on shutoffs, actions to protect vulnerable customers under MPSC order

DTE and Consumers Energy filed reports this week detailing the number of households currently without service and efforts to restore…

5 years ago

5 ways to stop food waste while sheltering in place

Before COVID-19, Americans were throwing away about a pound of edible food per day per person. But now we’re home.…

5 years ago

Detroit’s air quality has improved since the COVID-19 shutdown. This map shows how.

The shelter in place order, however, is resulting in improved air quality across the country as people drive less and…

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

14 things to keep you busy — and smiling — in Detroit this week

With so much sadness and worry surrounding the impact of COVID-19, staying positive isn't always easy. So, for this week's…

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