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Michigan’s book ban battle: Navigating the controversy of literary censorship in metro Detroit
The contentious issue of books bans has taken center stage across the nation, and in Michigan it’s no different. Learn how libraries across metro Detroit have been impacted by book bans and where Michigan stands on the issue. Plus, a local parent shares her thoughts on literary censorship in schools, and more information on the Michigan Library Association’s Right to Read initiative.
Read MoreNew CRC report shows Michigan’s infrastructure struggles under climate change pressure
With the impacts of climate change at the forefront, what it will take to address the stress on Michigan’s current water infrastructure in the face of future extreme weather? The Citizens Research Council of Michigan’s latest report explores the multiple challenges involved with rebuilding and maintaining the state’s infrastructure, as well as remediating and protecting the environment.
Read MoreGov. Whitmer’s Growth Council aims to boost population, economy through education and infrastructure
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “Growing Michigan Together Council” is taking a bold bipartisan approach to address the state’s key challenges. State Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-4th District) talks with contributor Zoe Clark about how the newly established MiLEAP program will play a pivotal role in the state’s overall growth strategies.
Read MoreControversy surrounding Detroit’s ShotSpotter expansion raises transparency concerns among residents
Detroit’s expansion of the ShotSpotter system has ignited a wave of controversy as citizens demand answers about the technology’s impact on their community and call for more transparency from both the Detroit Police Department and the California-based company, Sound Thinking. BridgeDetroit reporter Malachi Barrett shares what residents are claiming.
Read MoreFeeding the Need: Focus: HOPE seniors food program now reaches more Michigan homes
Focus: HOPE has expanded its Food for Seniors program to assist more seniors who are experiencing food insecurity. Program expansions include the addition of 43 new sites across Southeast Michigan where eligible seniors can register for monthly food boxes.
Read MoreHistoric Detroit Chinatown building razed despite city council, Asian American community backlash
Despite backlash from the Asian American community and Detroit City Council, a historic building in Detroit’s former Chinatown has been demolished. The building was at the heart of Chinatown and held significance to the neighborhood.
Read More‘Almost Famous’ metro Detroit musicians band together to fight childhood cancer with benefit concert
Two local musicians are using their personal journey with cancer to give back to others affected by the life-threatening disease. The Almost Famous band puts on their second annual CURE Childhood Cancer benefit concert after the drummer’s own tongue cancer battle.
Read MoreBrilliant Detroit announces new citywide summer literacy campaign to curb student learning loss
Brilliant Detroit announces a new citywide summer literacy campaign at its community hubs. Children and families can take part in reading activities, field trips and pop-up events designed to keep young kids engaged in the joy of reading.
Read MoreNEA Chair Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson heads to Detroit to discuss ‘living an artful life’
In advance of her visit to Detroit for the 2023 Concert of COlors, National Endowment for the Arts Chair Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson sits down with Stephen Henderson to talk about the importance of the arts in building healthy communities and her historic appointment as the first Black Mexican American woman to lead the NEA.
Read MoreWill Detroit’s I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project restore a once thriving Black corridor in the city?
Detroit’s I-375 is the shortest highway in the country. When it was constructed, it led to the destruction of two thriving Black communities. One Detroit and BridgeDetroit team up to break down the I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project in Detroit and whether the plans will benefit the community.
Read MoreARISE Detroit! celebrates neighborhood pride with 17th annual Neighborhoods Day
The 17th annual ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day returns Aug. 5 with more than 100 events and community service projects around the city. ARISE Detroit! Executive Director Luther Keith joins “American Black Journal” to give viewers a preview of the event and discuss its mission.
Read MoreDetroit’s oldest gay bar, Gigi’s, celebrates 50 years as haven for city’s LGBTQ+ community
In recognition of Pride Month, One Detroit explores the rich history of Detroit’s oldest gay-owned bar: GiGi’s. The bar is celebrating its 50th anniversary, having opened in 1973, as a cultural staple and a haven for Detroit’s LGBTQ+ community, and it also is home to the state’s oldest drag pageant, the annual Miss GiGi’s contest.
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