Author: Lea Vigi

Dave Coulter, Oakland County Executive

Apr 8, 2020

Oakland County Executive, Dave Coulter, talks with Christy McDonald about mapping the rise in cases of COVID-19, the opening of a field hospital in Novi and more.

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Tonya Allen, President & CEO of the Skillman Foundation

Apr 8, 2020

Tonya Allen from the Skillman Foundation gives Stephen Henderson an idea of what nonprofits are doing to help Detroit Public Schools in their new efforts of online learning.

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Biomedical Engineer Barry Belmont

Apr 8, 2020

Nolan Finley talks to Biomedical engineer Barry Belmont from the University of Michigan about concerns surrounding the mass rapid production of ventilators

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Dr. Rich Machesky, Troy Superintendent of Schools

Apr 7, 2020

Christy McDonald talks with Dr. Richard Machesky, Troy Superintendent of Schools, about the district’s distance learning and support plans for students and families.

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Dr. Sue Anne Bell on Nursing in a Pandemic

Apr 7, 2020

Dr. Sue Anne Bell talks about the healthcare worker’s resource and staff shortages around the country.

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Deb Polich, Arts Alliance CEO

Apr 6, 2020

Christy McDonald talks with Arts Alliance CEO Deb Polich about the economic impact of the arts during COVID-19.

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James Beard semi-finalist Baobab Fare closes on new east side location
by Christine Ferretti and Orlando Bailey (Orlando Bailey, Author at BridgeDetroit)
Hamissi Mamba considered opening a second location of his restaurant in Ann Arbor. But a trip to Detroit’s East Warren-Cadieux area changed his plans.
Metro Detroit Black Business Alliance changes name, goes statewide
by Orlando Bailey (Orlando Bailey, Author at BridgeDetroit)
A $500,000 appropriation from last year’s state budget will take the Detroit-based organization to Lansing and Flint.
Black men bond where they feel at home — in the barbershop
by Bryce Huffman, Orlando Bailey and Quinn Banks (Bryce Huffman, Author at BridgeDetroit)
The Black barbershop is a sanctuary for grooming and public rest and a pulpit to express joy, debate values and politics in a community that is affirming and safe.
Black men bond where they feel at home — in the barbershop
by Bryce Huffman, Orlando Bailey and Quinn Banks (Orlando Bailey, Author at BridgeDetroit)
The Black barbershop is a sanctuary for grooming and public rest and a pulpit to express joy, debate values and politics in a community that is affirming and safe.
Detroit transit warrior finds his place
by Bryce Huffman (Bryce Huffman, Author at BridgeDetroit)
Michael Cunningham II, a fierce advocate for bus riders and drivers in Detroit, has landed a one-bedroom apartment after nearly a decade of housing insecurity.

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Why abortion bans in Florida and Arizona disproportionately affect the Latina population
While Arizona's total abortion ban will be in effect only temporarily, it highlights how many Latino people live in states with restrictions on abortion before fetal viability.
Bodies found in Mexico are likely missing American and 2 Australians, authorities say
Three bodies recovered in an area of Mexico's Baja California state are likely to be those of the two Australians and an American who went missing last weekend during a camping and surfing trip, the state prosecutor's office said Saturday.
These Republicans have united to defend the legitimacy of U.S. elections and election officials
Republican officials who believe in the legitimacy of elections have formed a group that's pushing back on the election lies and conspiracy theories that have persuaded a large share of their party that elections can't be trusted.