We had a completely different show planned today, but the insurrection at the Capitol in Washington D.C. – along with connections to Michigan – cast such a shadow we had to change gears. To help us figure all of this out and what’s...
Hudson’s was a name at the center of Detroit life for decades. And their flagship store on Woodward loomed over downtown until it was demolished in 1998. I remember that day because I worked it for a local TV station. Street after street was covered...
Black women entrepreneurs are the fastest growing group of business owners in the nation, but they’re also starting with the least amount of capital. That’s especially important in a city like Detroit that is about 80% black, although our...
Dr. Paul Thomas is back to talk Coronavirus and gives more details on the Big Tens’s testing plans and why he has reservations; plus more on Michigan’s statewide situation with COVID-19. Next, the North American International Auto Show has...
Today, two things. Well, more than two. But we’re talking to two people. First, Erin Allen from the Detroit Podcast Festival joins me to preview that event, highlighting creators and sharing knowledge right here in the Motor City. More: Then...
On today’s podcast: Kirsten Ussery from Detroit Vegan Soul and Vittoria Katanski of Hatch Detroit join us to talk about the reopening of the restaurant’s east side location and what the non-profit Hatch is up to considering there’s not a...
On today’s show: Latest COVID-19 numbers around the stateThe city of Detroit’s budget is going to be balanced, but there have been some cuts and rainy day fund usage. Also, bonds are being sold for improvements.Dan Gilbert’s...
There’s new COVID-19 numbers and reporting, including in schools and universities, with the area around Michigan State in a “crisis” situation. A co-founder of the Detroit tech darling StockX has left the company as it ramps up to possibly go public...
On today’s show: Karen Dybis talks about drive-in eats around town and in Michigan. We talk about Daly Drive-In; Clydes; Grand Diner, A&W and more. Here’s the full piece on drive-in-restaurants. Fletcher Sharpe talks Detroit...
On today’s show, we dive into election security. And not what the rhetoric the politicians focus on. It turns out the things we actually need to worry about aren’t the ones getting the most press. Our guest is Hour Detroit’s News and Features Editor...
On your Daily Detroit: When it comes to getting customers, what is old is new again. The vending machine returns but this time a bit fancier and with beauty supplies. I talk with lavish box founder Leslie Williams about her creation that’s open for...
Gym rats, rejoice? In a much-anticipated announcement, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says gyms and fitness facilities can now officially reopen, if they require everyone to wear face masks. So, yay? via GIPHY Speaking of Big Gretch, one fellow Democrat who...
On today’s show: Headlines around town including more information on Ford’s job cuts, a mystery hearse pulled out of the Detroit river, how Detroit’s stadiums are providing space to help with elections, and Dutch Girl Donuts will reopen. Then...
Rumors are swirling that high-school football could once again be on this fall, now that the Michigan High School Athletic Association has said they’ll follow other states’ examples if Gov. Gretchen Whitmer amends an executive order...
On today’s show: A Coronavirus update MGM Grand Detroit is laying off 40% of its workforce Protestors are suing the city of Detroit, and the city plans to sue them back Detroit schools have reached a deal between teachers and their administration...
