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Planet Detroit

Planet Detroit helps you get smarter about the environment in Detroit and Michigan. Planet Detroit’s stories and weekly newsletter focus on explanatory, solutions-based and investigative reporting, and a deep commitment to community engagement around local environmental issues. Planet Detroit’s mission is to raise awareness about Metro Detroit’s environmental and public health issues, hold powerful entities accountable and help our audience connect with their local environment and take action to protect the health of their communities.

Getting the lead out of Detroit’s soil
These Detroit groups are working to reduce child lead exposure from contaminated soil.
Call for personal narratives on economic mobility in Detroit
We're looking for Detroit storytellers who will attend a workshop, then receive mentoring and $300 to produce their stories.
What to do in Detroit this week: Charivari Fest, 12-hour dance party and ‘Labyrinth’ masquerade
We spotlight the best events and things to do right now in Detroit and nearby, with a focus on connection,
Detroit is different. So are these podcast parties, dreamed up by Khary Frazier
Detroit is Different founder Khary Frazier's "A Lot of Studio" series features live podcast tapings at neighborhood parties.
You can now send a text to find out if Belle Isle is closed
The Department of Natural Resources launched the notification service as Detroiters voice frustration about the island park's frequent closures due
What to do in Detroit this week: Belle Isle Art Fair, Hamtramck Music Fest and concerts galore
We spotlight the best events and things to do right now in Detroit and nearby, with a focus on connection,
Hamtramck zoning board allows Esthi Queen Healing Spa to stay open after blowback
Hamtramck’s Zoning Board of Appeals will allow Esthi Queen Healing Spa to stay open, reversing a denial that spurred discrimination
A procrastinator’s guide to the Aug. 3 primary in Detroit
Here's your last-minute cheat sheet to prep you for voting in the Aug. 3, 2021 Detroit primary and what to
Black spa owner faces parking complaints and perceived prejudice in Hamtramck
Tiara Boyd, owner of Esthi Queen Healing Spa in Hamtramck, believes racial prejudice is at the root of a decision
At Detroit’s Sidewalk Festival, art springs out of vacant lots and parks
The 2021 Sidewalk Festival brings more than 30 artists and performers to create community-focused art experiences in Detroit neighborhoods.