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The salvation of Claressa Shields
“When I fight in Detroit they got different fight fans, man, they chanting ‘Whoop That Trick,’” says boxer Claressa “T-Rex” Shields about her upcoming fight July 26 fight at Little Caesars Arena. “I can come out there and just be walking through the crowd to go to say ‘hi’ to somebody and the crowd starts…
Comparing Detroit’s Cost of Living to Other Major U.S. Cities
It’s a question more Americans are asking: Is it expensive to live in Michigan? Specifically, many are scrutinizing the Detroit cost of living as inflation, real estate shifts, and urban migration reshape how people choose where to live. Once a symbol of American industrial might, Detroit, Michigan, has been undergoing a quiet transformation. Its cost…
A Local’s Guide to a Detroit Cultural Attractions Tour
I’ve been visiting Detroit for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until recently that I decided to put together a cultural itinerary that even longtime locals could appreciate. Friends threw in suggestions, artists offered off-the-record tips and my years of spontaneous museum visits filled in the rest. What came together was a…
Your One-Stop 2025 Guide to Detroit Summer Music Festivals
The first time I ever felt the pure thrill of live music was at a summer festival in Detroit. I was young, wide-eyed and buzzing from the electricity that filled the air as soon as the first bassline hit the speakers. Since then, I’ve made it my mission to be in the heart of Detroit…
Duggan’s political makeover raises questions about who he really is in gubernatorial bid
Who is Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan really? For nearly four decades in public office, Duggan has aligned himself with the Democratic Party. As a three-term mayor, he campaigned for presidential candidates Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Kamala Harris. At the Democratic National Convention in July 2016, Duggan slammed then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. “Detroit…
How To Protect Your Small Business With biBerk
Starting and maintaining a small business is a learning curve for many company owners. There are always going to be challenges to face and hurdles to overcome. Employees might get hurt or sick while working, or there might be injuries or property damage incidents that involve customers. Protecting your small business premises from extreme weather…
Opinion: The hidden cost of cutting SNAP-Ed
For many working families and seniors, getting access to healthy, affordable food is not taken for granted. I know this because I see this every day in my job. But right now, the communities I serve are going to face a whiplash from funding cuts that help put food on the table. On July 4,…
Grey Ghost spin-off Little Ghost is now open in Ferndale
Little Ghost, a fast-casual spin-off of Detroit’s popular Grey Ghost restaurant, has officially opened its doors in Ferndale. The carryout only spot opened in a former L.A. Insurance building at 22305 Woodward Ave. It’s the latest project by Four Man Ladder Hospitality, who in addition to Grey Ghost also run Second Best and Basan in…
‘The Naked Gun’ and ‘Together’ is the summer double feature we didn’t know we needed
If you want to watch a movie double feature so insanely polar opposite from each other that it factory resets your brain, look no further than the mind-melting combination of The Naked Gun and Together. One is a gruesome, body-horror deconstruction of toxic relationships and codependency and the other is a goofball comedy that’s so…
Video shows white Flint cops macing Black residents, arresting boxer for dancing
Two white Flint cops were caught on video indiscriminately spraying a crowd of Black people at a food truck over the weekend, violently pushing another man, and arresting a professional boxer for dancing. The incident occurred at about 2 a.m. Sunday, when witnesses say police pulled up and demanded workers at the Family Recipes x…
What Insurance Doesn’t Want You to Know: Joseph Dedvukaj on the Hidden Battles Behind Michigan’s Injury Claims
With a deceptive design, insurance can work against its clients in ways that can be difficult to overcome. Between tricky loopholes and no-fault policies, everyday working-class individuals often bear the brunt of it. This predicament positions seasoned attorneys like Joseph Dedvukaj to shed light on how these processes operate. Behind The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm, P.C.…
Activist accuses Detroit city clerk of breaking early voting law ahead of Tuesday’s election
The Detroit City Clerk’s Office violated a law intended to protect election transparency by processing and tabulating absentee ballots early without alerting the public or taking other required steps, a Highland Park activist alleges in a lawsuit to be filed in federal court Monday. Robert Davis, a citizen watchdog of election practices, says the city…
Racist scheme to suppress voter turnout in Detroit leads to convictions of right-wing fraudsters
Two right-wing fraudsters charged in a robocall scheme aimed at suppressing turnout of Black voters in Detroit in 2020 pleaded no contest to felony charges Friday. Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman, who have a history of spreading hoaxes and outlandish conspiracy theories, face up to seven years in prison when they are sentenced in Wayne…
Michigan regulators approve first cannabis pact with sovereign tribal nation
In a “historic move” for tribal sovereignty and cannabis policy, the Bay Mills Indian Community (BMIC) has become the first tribal nation in Michigan to formally join the state’s adult-use marijuana market under a new pact with the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. The agreement, signed July 25 and announced Friday, allows BMIC to fully integrate its…
Detroit City Distillery releases limited-edition Hot Honey Bourbon
Detroit City Distillery has a new hot new bourbon that sounds pretty sweet, too. The Eastern Market-based distillery has long collaborated with urban beekeepers Bees in the D for its limited-edition Honey Bourbon. Now, the two have collaborated for a new small-batch Hot Honey Bourbon, adding a spicy kick to the fan favorite. “When we…
Duggan’s family members stand to benefit from controversial steam project in Detroit’s Lafayette Park
A controversial steam pipeline project in Detroit’s historic Lafayette Park was quietly pushed forward by city officials while members of Mayor Mike Duggan’s family stood to benefit from its approval, Metro Times has learned. Internal city emails and planning documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request show top members of Duggan’s administration…
Gun Charges in Arizona: What’s Legal, What’s Not, and What Will Get You Charged
You don’t always know you’ve crossed a line. Maybe it’s the way the officer glances at your glove box. Maybe you parked near a school and didn’t think about the distance. In Arizona, gun laws are broad on paper but strict in practice, especially once the weapon gets tied to a restricted area or another…
Novi Taco Fest set to return to the Fountain Walk for family-friendly fun
Tacos, live music, wrestling, and more are all part of a family-friendly festival headed to Novi. Novi Taco Fest is set to return to the Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk from Friday, Aug. 22-Sunday, Aug. 24. According to organizers, the event will include taco trucks, ice-cold palomas and margaritas, live entertainment across two stages,…
Acclaimed chef Ji Hye Kim opens vegetarian restaurant Little Kim in Ann Arbor
A James Beard-nominated chef is opening another restaurant in Ann Arbor. Chef Ji Hye Kim, who earned a James Beard Award nomination last year for her Korean restaurant Miss Kim in Ann Arbor’s Kerrytown, is opening a sister restaurant across the street. Located at 407 N. 5th Ave., Ann Arbor, Little Kim is being billed…
Detroit Institute of Arts to host first major Native American art exhibition in 30 years
The Detroit Institute of Arts announced what it says is the first major Native American art exhibition it’s hosted in more than 30 years, and one of the largest presentations of contemporary Native American art in the Midwest. Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation is set to open Sept. 28, featuring some 90 works of art…
Why CRM Platforms Are Making Waves in the Roofing Industry
Customer relationship management (CRM) is a core part of the roofing business. From the moment a business connects with a customer to the journey of long-term retention, a roofing business depends on the consistency offered by its relationship with a client. A contractor who relies on a CRM tool, particularly a specialized roofing CRM, is…
Trump’s megabill threatens safety net for millions of struggling Michiganders
President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” is expected to cost Michigan more than $1 billion, forcing steep cuts to safety net programs like Medicaid and food assistance that support millions of lower-income residents. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed into law on July 4, reduces taxes to corporations and wealthy Americans and increases funding…
Is Shockwave Therapy the Next Revolution in Pain Management?
Most people think of pain as something that can easily be managed with common, over-the-counter remedies. With acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and other medicines so obtainable, it can be hard for people to understand that some suffer from chronic, daily pain, which can persist for days, weeks, months, and even years. When people finally seek options to…
Cannabis regulators fine 25 businesses for violations across Michigan
State regulators fined 25 cannabis businesses in June for violations ranging from improper advertising to delivering marijuana without approval. Ten of those businesses operate in metro Detroit and received a total of more than $160,000 in fines. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency took action against these local businesses: Plan B Wellness, a medical cannabis dispensary at…
Video captures moment Detroit driver crashes through Midtown building
A motorcycle dashcam caught a dramatic incident on Wednesday evening when a man lost control of his car and wound up driving through a building in Midtown. The video, posted on Facebook by Khanh Cai, shows a 2017 Ford Fusion being driven along Woodward Avenue as it begins to drift. It then rides up over…
Duggan’s campaign draws big money from Trump supporters and wealthy GOP donors
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime Democrat who is running for governor as an independent, is raking in Republican cash and outside dark money in his election bid, raising questions about his political shift. Campaign finance records show Duggan raised $3.2 million in direct campaign donations for the year through July 20, outpacing Democratic frontrunner…
Detroit’s Murals in the Market celebrates 10 years with return to Eastern Market
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Detroit’s Murals in the Market, organizers are bringing the internationally acclaimed street art festival home. 1XRUN announced Monday that the festival will be once again held in the Eastern Market district this year, the neighborhood where it all started back when the arts organization had its headquarters there. “This…
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ feels like nothing else in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Sometimes I think I was born into the wrong time. Don’t get it twisted: being there for the birth of the internet, social media, AI, virtual reality, and all kinds of other tech breakthroughs has been cool. But as a child of the ’80s, I was really hoping to experience robot butlers, friendly alien races,…
Why Choose Nursing as a Career in 2024 and Beyond?
Choosing a career is no small decision, and if you’re looking for something rewarding, nursing might just be it. The healthcare field is growing fast, and nurses are needed more than ever. Nursing is one of those careers that values both your heart and your skills, offering you long-term security and plenty of room to…
Top USA Energy Consulting Firms: Critical Comparison
As the U.S. navigates the energy transition and a fluctuating energy market, energy consulting firms are essential for companies aiming to optimize energy usage, manage risks, and transition to renewable sources. This post highlights the primary sectors served by energy consulting, offers tips on choosing a consulting firm, and compares the top U.S. energy consulting…
Detroit’s Per Ankh Entheogenic Church is spreading the gospel of psilocybin mushrooms
Did you know that Detroit has a psychedelic mushroom church? In 2021 Detroit voters approved Proposal E, which decriminalized entheogenic plants and fungi in the city. Detroit’s Per Ankh Entheogenic Church is a non-denominational house of worship that incorporates psilocybin mushrooms and cannabis into its service. On Sunday, it will host Kendis Gibson, an Emmy-winning…
U-M escalates punishment of pro-Palestinian activists
The University of Michigan is ramping up its crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests by bringing disciplinary charges against 11 current and former students and creating a new role that works with the police department to handle punishment, activists tell Metro Times. The charges stem from campus protests from 10 to 14 months ago. The University of…
Judge rules against Detroit Thermal in Lafayette Park dispute over steam line
A judge on Thursday upheld a temporary restraining order that blocks Detroit Thermal from running steam lines though the historic Lafayette Park neighborhood in Detroit, forcing 600 residents of a nearby high-rise apartment to find another source of heat for the winter. Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Annette Berry sided with residents of the nearby…
You can get free a Miller Lite at these Detroit-area bars for International Beer Day
Miller Lite is celebrating its 50th anniversary — and International Beer Day — by giving out 50,000 beers at 500 bars, including some in the Detroit area. Fans ages 21 and older can grab a cold one while supplies last starting at 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1 at Bookie’s Bar & Grille (2208 Cass…
Wayne County judge bars blockchain slumlord from collecting rent on hundreds of Detroit properties
A Wayne County judge has barred a blockchain-based real estate company and its affiliates from collecting rent or evicting residents at hundreds of their distressed rental homes in Detroit, unless the properties are brought up to code and receive certificates of compliance from the city. The court order, signed Tuesday by Wayne County Circuit Court…
Lafayette Park residents accuse steam company of trespassing, intimidation as court fight escalates
A battle over a controversial steam project in Detroit’s Lafayette Park Historic District is boiling over as residents accuse utility company Detroit Thermal of trespassing, violating permit conditions, and using intimidation tactics in an effort to install underground steam lines through their historic neighborhood. Leaders of the cooperatively owned townhomes in Lafayette Park say Detroit…
No, there is not a ‘Tea Bag Killer’ in Detroit, police say
It sounds like something straight out of the TV show Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. A series of viral social media posts claim five women in Detroit have been found dead with tea bags stuffed in their mouths — allegedly the work of a serial murderer dubbed the “Tea Bag Killer” in retaliation for…
Top 10 Hair Transplant Clinics in Turkey
Turkey has established itself as a premier destination for hair transplant procedures, attracting individuals from around the globe seeking quality treatment at competitive prices. The country’s clinics are renowned for their advanced techniques, experienced surgeons, and exceptional patient care. Below is a curated list of the top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey, each distinguished…
Michigan’s community health workers are on the front lines of public health — and still fighting for support
Shanon Seymore had given up. Diagnosed with a rare bleeding disorder called von Willebrand disease, she was in constant pain, unable to work, and on the verge of eviction from her Pontiac home. “Nobody was listening,” she said. “I didn’t care anymore.” Then she got a call from Regina Gully, a community health worker (CHW)…
How one phone call a week helps Detroiters manage diabetes — and avoid the ER
When Terry Pita’s doctor told her she needed to start insulin, she burst into tears. “I just didn’t want to take shots,” she said. “I still cringe.” Pita, who has managed Type 2 diabetes for more than a decade, had struggled for years to bring her A1C, a measure of long-term blood sugar control, down…
More than medicine: How a community health worker keeps one patient housed – and alive
Regina Gully knows what it’s like to need help and not know where to turn. Now, as a community health worker with Trinity Health, she spends her days making sure others don’t have to feel that way. “We treat everyone with kindness and respect,” she said. “Because there’s a stigma that comes with needing assistance.…
How to understand and connect with community health workers in Michigan
Community health workers are a vital but often overlooked part of Michigan’s health system, especially as recent federal Medicaid cuts threaten coverage and funding for essential services. They help people manage chronic illnesses, apply for health insurance, find food or housing, and understand what their doctor told them. If you’ve never heard of a CHW…
Meet Michigan’s community health workers
This reporting series from Planet Detroit examines the growing role of community health workers (CHWs) in Michigan — trusted professionals who assist residents in navigating housing, food access, chronic illnesses, and the health care system. Proposed Medicaid cuts could undermine funding for these workers, who often come from the same communities they serve. By building…
Free Will Astrology (July 23-29)
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In Hindu cosmology, the Sanskrit term “Lila” refers to divine play. It’s the idea that all of creation is a sacred and artful amusement that’s performed by the gods with joy, sorrow, artfulness, and flair. I hereby proclaim Lila to be your theme of power, Aries. You have been so deep…
