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The Metro: Detroit Horse Power breaks ground on new facility, galloping to 2026 opening

John Filbrandt October 23, 2024

The next polo champion or Olympian could be a Detroiter.  Historically, horseback riding isn't an activity you see often in...

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Created Equal: WSU official on efforts to improve graduation rates among Black students

Sasha Bacon October 21, 2024

As a university in the majority-Black city of Detroit, Wayne State University is expected to serve Black student’s aspirations in ways that are...

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Dancers Angela Lugo (from left), Sheila Royster and Celia Benvenutti performed with Ozzie Rivera and Rican Struction at the 2024 Concert of Colors.
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The Metro: A Detroiter’s dedication to Latino music and community

John Filbrandt October 15, 2024

It’s the last day of Hispanic Heritage Month, and to celebrate, The Metro was joined by a Detroit musician, activist,...

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Womxnhouse Detroit Co-founder Asia Hamilton (from left), ceramics artist Michaela Ayers, and fiber artist Cat Washington at WDET Studios, Oct. 9, 2024.
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The Metro: Womxnhouse Detroit co-owner, artists on building a safe space for women to create

John Filbrandt October 10, 2024

Womxnhouse Detroit offers a residency for women creatives who aim to spread their knowledge and crafts while also bringing new...

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Photo of the 36th District Court in Detroit, Mich.
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Created Equal: Why educator says Wayne County judge’s reaction to sleeping girl was ‘unfair’

Cary Junior II September 4, 2024

In August, Eva Goodman was placed in handcuffs and a jail uniform for sleeping in a courtroom during a field...

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Marcus Elliot.
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The Metro: Detroit saxophonist composing songs inspired by city parks

John Filbrandt August 6, 2024

A new project is combining sounds and storytelling – rooted in Detroit’s parks and neighborhoods.  The Joyce Foundation, in collaboration...

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American writer and civil rights activist James Baldwin.
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The Metro: New exhibit at The Wright honors writer and activist James Baldwin

Sydney Waelchli August 2, 2024

If James Baldwin were alive today, he would have been celebrating his 100th birthday. To honor his legacy, Detroit artist...

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Adult Daughter Talking To Depressed Father At Home
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Created Equal: The risks and benefits of aging in place

Madison Ganzak July 29, 2024

Many older adults want to stay in their homes as they age. But aging in place requires careful consideration and...

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Wayne State University police broke up the pro-Palestinian encampment on the university's campus on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
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Detroit Evening Report: Faith leaders protest ‘police brutality’ against pro-Palestinian students on WSU campus

Nargis Rahman, Amanda LeClaire July 15, 2024

More than two dozen faith leaders gathered at Wayne State University on Monday to pray and to protest what they...

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A rendering of the completed Joe Louis Greenway in Detroit.
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The Metro: Funding boost to help Joe Louis Greenway connect Detroit communities

Anelle Scott July 12, 2024

The Joe Louis Greenway will soon be wrapping its way around Detroit. Once complete, the project will stretch 29 miles...

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WDET Alternate Take host Liz Warner posing with the band Infinite River.
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Live on WDET: Infinite River

Liz Warner July 11, 2024

Born out of cosmic vibes, indie-space-pop foundations and a rock and roll legacy, Detroit's Infinite River creates a rich, layered...

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The cast of Michigan Stage's second summer performance, "Peerless," running July 18-28 at Seaholm High School in Birmingham.
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The Metro: Curtain opens on Michigan Stage summer theater

John Filbrandt June 28, 2024

No matter the form, storytelling can bring people together in one space to experience collective emotions. Happiness, sadness, fear, you...

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