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Tyre Nichols death: A roundtable about race, police reform and mental health
Feb 2, 2023
One Detroit contributor Stephen Henderson hosts a roundtable on race, police reform and mental health after the police beating and death of Tyre Nichols.
One Detroit Weekend: February 3, 2023
Feb 3, 2023
One Detroit contributors Peter Whorf and Cecelia Sharpe, of WRCJ 90.9 FM, share what Detroit and other metro cities have on tap for the Feb. 3 weekend and into next week with One Detroit’s newest segment, “One Detroit Weekend.”
Richard Florida shares the two priorities downtown Detroit needs for its post-pandemic recovery
Jan 19, 2023
Richard Florida, one of the nation's leading urbanists, discusses downtown Detroit’s future and shares what he thinks the city should focus on with its post-pandemic recovery efforts.
Detroit’s Black churches partner with city schools, champion students’ education
Jan 31, 2023
American Black Journal’s "Black Church in Detroit” series examines the important role the Black church plays in supporting the city's schools and students through DPSCD's Faith-Based Initiative and Every School Day Counts program.
Absentee or in person: Michigan voters react to key issues, races in the midterm election
Oct 27, 2022
Where do Michigan voters stand on key issues ahead of the Nov. 8, 2022 midterm election? One Detroit senior producer Bill Kubota teamed up with Detroit Free Press Lansing Bureau Chief Paul Egan to talk with voters from across Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties about who they'll cast their ballots for and where they land on the key issues like absentee voting, the economy and abortion.
The urban outdoors: Belle Isle Nature Center re-opens following $2.5 million renovation
Nov 7, 2022
The Belle Isle Nature Center has re-opened its doors following a $2.5 million renovation to the public facility. The updated space aims to reflect the vibrant intersection between Detroit's urban core and the natural ecosystem that lives within it. One Detroit producer Daijah Moss took a visit to the newly renovated nature center to learn more about the new exhibits and which ones returned.
Biking around Detroit: Jason Hall on the benefits of riding through the Motor City
Jan 30, 2023
Biking: it's more than just exercise. It’s equitable transportation, entertainment and a way for people to be introduced to Detroit and what the city has to offer.
Detroit’s Black fraternities and sororities: A tour of their history and contributions
Dec 6, 2022
City of Detroit Historian Jamon Jordan takes viewers on a tour of some of Detroit's historic African American fraternity and sorority houses and the contributions these organizations have made in the city.
ONE DETROIT EPISODES
2/02/23: One Detroit – Local AAPI community vigil, Tyre Nichols death, Black History Month, Sculptor Austen Brantley, One Detroit Weekend
Feb 2, 2023
Michigan’s AAPI community holds a local vigil for the victims of the Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay shootings. Stephen Henderson hosts a roundtable on Tyre Nichols death. ASALH President Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney shares the founding of Black History Month. Detroit-based sculptor Austen Brantley shares more about his exhibit “Musé,” and two upcoming projects. Plus, weekend events in metro Detroit.
American Black Journal EPISODES
1/31/23: American Black Journal – Detroit’s Black churches champion education, Church of the Messiah honors first responders
Jan 31, 2023
American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit" series examines the important role of the church as champions for the city's schools and students. Plus, the Church of the Messiah hosts an awards ceremony honoring Detroit’s first responders for keeping residents safe during two major fires in Islandview.
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Gen X: Picking up the Slack in an Evolving Workforce | Future of Work Town Hall
Feb 3, 2023
What do Gen X business leaders and city officials need to focus on to grow Michigan's workforce and prepare people for the jobs that don't exist yet? Michigan Works! Association CEO Ryan Hundt shares his thoughts during a Future of Work Town Hall.
Metro Detroit Asian American community holds local vigil for Monterey Park, Half Moon Bay victims
Feb 2, 2023
Michigan’s AAPI community gathered in Madison Heights to hold a local vigil for the Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay mass shooting victims and those in the community affected by the tragedy.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Police Chief James White on Violence, Crime and Policing in Detroit
Jun 24, 2022
“American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson moderates conversation at the 2022 Mackinac Policy Conference with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Detroit Police Chief James White about violence, crime and policing in Detroit.
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2022 Mackinac Policy Conference
May 19, 2022
4/07/22: COVID313 – Special Education, Mental Health, COVID-19 Case Update
Apr 19, 2022
The COVID313 Town Hall takes a look at the social, emotional, behavioral and educational impacts of COVID-19 on special education students. Then, the Detroit Health Department gives an update on COVID-19 case rates, new variants and vaccines. Plus, the town hall talks about the pandemic's affect on workers' mental health.
Michigan caregivers are providing care for their loved ones. Who’s caring for them?
Jan 18, 2023
For three Metro Detroit caregivers, the life changes and challenges that come with caring for loved ones have become part of their everyday life. On some days, it can feel as if those responsibilities might push them to the breaking point.
1/31/23: American Black Journal – Detroit’s Black churches champion education, Church of the Messiah honors first responders
Jan 31, 2023
American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit" series examines the important role of the church as champions for the city's schools and students. Plus, the Church of the Messiah hosts an awards ceremony honoring Detroit’s first responders for keeping residents safe during two major fires in Islandview.
The history of HOT 107.5 WGPR, Michigan’s first Black-owned FM radio station
Jan 24, 2023
In celebration of hip hop’s 50th birthday, HOT 107.5 WGPR FM radio shares its history as Michigan's first Black-owned radio station and Detroit's only all-hip hop radio format.
Latest News One Detroit
One Detroit Weekend: February 3, 2023
One Detroit contributors Peter Whorf and Cecelia Sharpe, of WRCJ 90.9 FM, share what Detroit and other metro cities have on tap for the Feb. 3 weekend and into next week with One Detroit’s newest segment, “One Detroit Weekend.”[Read Now]Tyre Nichols death: A roundtable about race, police reform a…
One Detroit contributor Stephen Henderson hosts a roundtable on race, police reform and mental health after the police beating and death of Tyre Nichols. [Read Now]Sculptor Austen Brantley discusses solo exhibit ‘Musé,’ bein…
Detroit-based sculptor Austen Brantley talks about his solo exhibit “Musé,” two upcoming works of his dedicated to Michigan’s Black history, and how he communicates through his art.[Read Now]Metro Detroit Asian American community holds local vigil for…
Michigan’s AAPI community gathered in Madison Heights to hold a local vigil for the Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay mass shooting victims and those in the community affected by the tragedy. [Read Now]Detroit’s Black churches partner with city schools, champion…
American Black Journal’s "Black Church in Detroit” series examines the important role the Black church plays in supporting the city's schools and students through DPSCD's Faith-Based Initiative and Every School Day Counts program.[Read Now]
Caregiving Collaborative
Michigan caregivers are providing care for their loved ones. Who’s caring for them?
For three Metro Detroit caregivers, the life changes and challenges that come with caring for loved ones have become part of their everyday life. On some days, it can feel as if those responsibilities might push them to the breaking point. […]Bridge Michigan | As Pandemic Wanes, Michigan Confronts Toll of Isolation on Homebound Seniors
As COVID-19 wanes, state agencies are finding creative methods to help Michigan homebound seniors cope with the toll of isolation brought on by the pandemic. […]WXXI News | More Youths Are Becoming Home Caregivers. Experts Say They Need More Help and Support
News from Bridge Detroit
- Building Black wealth and opportunity with intentionby Bryce Huffman (Bryce Huffman, Author at BridgeDetroit)
This year will mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his seminal ‘I Have a Dream’ speech.
- Working for a better Detroitby Olivia Lewis (Olivia Lewis, Author at BridgeDetroit)
BridgeDetroit contributor Olivia Lewis reflects on our transition to in-person engagement, policing, inclusive development and the will of Detroit’s voters.
- A point of gratitudeby Orlando Bailey (Orlando Bailey, Author at BridgeDetroit)
BridgeDetroit’s Orlando Bailey reflects on our newsroom engagement in 2022 and plans to build continued community connection next year.
- Detroit’s 2022 topics: Tax justice, land use and gun violenceby Bryce Huffman (Bryce Huffman, Author at BridgeDetroit)
BridgeDetroit contributor Bryce Huffman weighs in on some of his most memorable coverage of the year, and shares plans for his future.
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