Detroit’s “Queen of the Blues,” Thornetta Davis, remembering Mary Wilson and Charles McGee, plus Rochelle Riley on the project, “Undefeated,” and discovering Islam through the eyes of studets.
The Black Church in Detroit | American Black Journal
American Black Journal launched a series focusing on “The Black Church in Detroit,” and produced in collaboration with the Ecumenical Theological Seminary and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.
2/14/21: American Black Journal – The Black Church Film and The Black Church in Detroit
American Black Journal begins a yearlong celebration and examination of the historic influence of the Black Church in the life of our city.
The COVID Vaccine: Vaccine Hesitation and the Trust Gap
Christy talks with Dr. Debra Furr-Holden, an epidemiologist at MSU’s Division of Public Health and director of Flint Health Equity Solutions
Insurrection and Aftermath
Former President Donald Trump’s second impeachment is underway in the wake of the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th.
Remembering Karen Hudson Samuels
The Detroit Public TV community was saddened to hear of the passing of Karen Hudson Samuel, Executive Director of WGPR-TV 62 Historical Society…
2/11/21: One Detroit – Insurrection / Vaccine Hesitation / The Black Church in Detroit / Motor Bell
Christy talks with Dr. Debra Furr-Holden about vaccine hesitation and the trust gap and American Black Journal examines The Black Church in Detroit ahead of the new film from Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
ABJ Excerpt | A Generation Found
It’s Black History Month, and there’s a new book out that pays tribute to the achievements and wisdom of our African American elders…
COVID 313 | Providing for special needs students In Detroit
In this COVID313 Virtual Town Hall Meeting, Arlyssa Heard, organizer and policy lead of 482Forward talks to Iranetta Wright, Deputy Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools…
10/12/20: One Detroit – Wayne State Billboard Arts Event / Genevieve Vang / Ozzie Rivera / Steven Banks
“In the Air: Voices from Detroit and Beyond” features works by national and local artists using a billboard located in Detroit to reflect on the global pandemic and racial injustice.
Charles McGee | The Legacy of a Master
Charles McGee, Detroit’s legendary and beloved artist, passed away last week at the age of 96. But fortunately, his art will remain a lasting reminder of his genius and his generosity.
Great Lakes Now: A New Administration and Investing in the Great Lakes
How will the new administration affect funding for the Great Lakes? Great Lakes Now has more.