Gov. Rick Snyder declared a state of emergency for Macomb County due to a sewer line collapse and resulting sinkhole in the City of Fraser. “The terrible situation in Fraser has displaced families and caused a burden to those living in the area,” Snyder said. “The state is committed to using all of its resources and […]
From now on Michigan residents will know within three days of the lead level in their public water supply exceeds safe levels. It’s part of new legislation signed today by Gov. Rick Snyder at Grace Emmanuel Church in Flint. “These bills help ensure that all Michigan families are promptly notified in situations where lead levels […]
Winifred “Winnie” R. Williams, 70, cares for her 95-year-old mother every day. As an only child, she’s very protective of her mom, and access to fresh fruits, vegetables and lean protein is a must in their household. The retired Chrysler supervisor is also giving back by volunteering at Project Healthy Community (PHC), which operates a […]
Michigan’s low-income men and women have a better chance at receiving justice, due to recent legislation signed by Gov. Rick Snyder. House Bills 5842-5846 and Senate Bill 1109 move the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission from the judicial branch to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – helping to establish the agency’s independence from Michigan’s […]
It’s cold in the D, but that’s all the more reason to bundle up and head into downtown to have some family fun with the Meridian Winter Blast. Winter Blast is Detroit’s celebration of winter experiences, dining, music and family fun held in downtown Detroit’s Campus Martius Park from Friday, Jan. 20, through Sunday, Jan. […]
Whoever said you can never go home again must not know Stevie Wonder. The Michigan-born and bred entertainment legend has long lived in California, but he recently returned to Detroit, the city that introduced his talent to the world. And not only did he visit the place that’s still home to many of his close […]
Dig in. That’s the message of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan who issued a call for a volunteer snow brigade to clear the walkways and driveways of those who cannot this winter season. If you or a family member is available to help for two hour intervals during the winter months, please email volunteer coordinator Nicole […]
It all starts with documentation. From driving to voting, or even showing up for orientation to start work, just about every legal privilege and opportunity requires proof of who we are. Those without (documentation) are forced to live in the shadows, without the resources the majority of Detroiters are accustomed to. Now, thanks to a […]
If there’s anything Ford Motor Company and its partners at UAW-Ford understand, it is the importance of family, establishing traditions and giving back at the holidays. That is why UAW-Ford has organized one of the holiday’s largest food giveaways in cooperation with Ford Motor Co. UAW-Ford is kicking off its fourth annual Boxes of Love […]
The Artic blast has hit the Detroit area and it looks like it’s going to stay a while. With the National Weather Service predictions of frigid and below zero weather tonight and over the weekend it’s important that people plan ahead to seek and stay warm. Wayne County communities have opened “warming centers” for during […]