If you’ve lived in Michigan for any period of time, you know this catchphrase pretty well: Freeze/thaw. Freeze/thaw. Repeat for nearly six months of the year. And while this year’s winter may not seem particularly mild, having extremes of warmth and then cold can result in something many Michigan residents know all too well: Potholes. […]
Concerned about crime in your community? Welcome a refugee. That’s the word, according to the results of an ambitious study by the New American Economy released this week. Researchers, who examined crime rates and resettlement data to see if there was a link between refugees and U.S. crime rates, discovered that high immigrant rates […]
In a whirlwind week, Mike Duggan has announced his intention to run for a second term as mayor of the city of Detroit, announced the arrival of Microsoft to the city and sat in on multiple community meetings with neighborhood representatives. In other words, it was hardly the average seven days for the mayor any […]
A morning cup of coffee is one of life’s simple pleasures – but how that coffee is grown, cultivated and distributed is far from simple. One group of Detroit explorers recently found out what the process is like, and they are eager to share their stories. This Friday, the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) and […]
Detroit is a city of opportunity, innovation and investment. We can become a leader in urban revitalization’s best practices if we can commit to providing inclusive housing options for all Detroiters: our long-time residents, recent transplants, and especially the community’s most vulnerable. But there’s a formula for success. Implementing multi-dimensional housing solutions and strategies to […]
Although it may be tempting for every adult in the room to keep their eyes on the Big Football Game, you’ve also to keep an eye on the kids. Did you know that every 45 minutes a child in the United States ends up in an emergency department because of a TV tipping over? That’s […]
Errol Service understands humble beginnings, hard work and high achievement. That’ s why the restaurateur says he’s working hard to help rebuild Detroit, one community project at a time. Service started his McDonald’s career by mopping floors and cleaning toilets. He was promoted to dropping fries and flipping burgers. During the process, he managed to […]
Meeting with top officials, talking up Michigan industries and boosting future business development were among the achievements by Gov. Rick Snyder, who recently finished his second investment mission to Israel since taking office in 2011. Snyder outlined his mission to Israel, highlighting conversations with business executives and government leaders discussing opportunities for increased trade and […]
This past week’s Executive Orders from President Trump on immigration, refugees, the so-called Muslim ban, and the wall have been devastating and deeply distressing. They challenge our sense of American values and history. Beyond our personal and moral reactions, however, the Executive Orders also may have an impact on the work of Global Detroit to spark […]
In Detroit, a city where cars rule and transportation issues are paramount, having a well-oiled transportation system is essential to everyone’s quality of life. To that end, the city of Detroit under Mayor Mike Duggan has worked over the past few years to update and expand its bus services. Starting Monday, Detroiters will be seeing […]