Detroit looks to contract more city-based companies, will host Minority Business Summit
Jackson, the chief procurement officer, says the city has about $5 billion in contracts, as well as $800 million in American Rescue Plan funds. He says they're trying to make it easier for smaller businesses to bid on contracts - to have access to loans and financing and to get paid faster.
Jackson, the chief procurement officer, says the city has about $5 billion in contracts, as well as $800 million in American Rescue Plan funds. He says they're trying to make it easier for smaller businesses to bid on contracts - to have access to loans and financing and to get paid faster.
National All Things Detroit Day Back At Eastern Market
On this National All Things Detroit Day, thousands came out to celebrate and shop at the Eastern Market.
On this National All Things Detroit Day, thousands came out to celebrate and shop at the Eastern Market.
Pizza, helping to revitalize Detroit
Developers Akunna Olumba and Marcus Jones are hoping to bring about change and bring livelihood, to the Livernois Six-Mile road area in Detroit, with their new business, Detroit Pizza Bar.
Developers Akunna Olumba and Marcus Jones are hoping to bring about change and bring livelihood, to the Livernois Six-Mile road area in Detroit, with their new business, Detroit Pizza Bar.
Headstone company says supply chain and miscommunication led to widow waiting a year for grave marker
The Better Business Bureau said that the Marsh & Sassi Monument Company had an "F" rating.
The Better Business Bureau said that the Marsh & Sassi Monument Company had an "F" rating.
Financial impact of 2024 NFL Draft should bring economic windfall
Dates for the draft have not been set, but the plan is to have it staged in Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza with other events Downtown.
Dates for the draft have not been set, but the plan is to have it staged in Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza with other events Downtown.
Female entrepreneurs battle it out for cash prizes, mentorship
Female entrepreneurs battle it out for more than the cash prizes.
Female entrepreneurs battle it out for more than the cash prizes.
Louisiana Creole Gumbo in Detroit's Eastern market forced out by landlord after 50 years
After more than 50 years, Louisiana Creole Gumbo in Detroit is being forced to close its original location after the landlord opted to sell the building.
After more than 50 years, Louisiana Creole Gumbo in Detroit is being forced to close its original location after the landlord opted to sell the building.
TechTown Detroit's Retail Bootcamp helps business owners with brick and mortar stores
Applications are now being accepted for the 12-week Retail Boot Camp held in spring, and the application process is expanding its reach beyond Detroit including Highland Park and Hamtramck.
Applications are now being accepted for the 12-week Retail Boot Camp held in spring, and the application process is expanding its reach beyond Detroit including Highland Park and Hamtramck.
A solution to porch pirates? Michigan company creates the 'Receptor'
The Receptor is the first through-the-wall delivery bin. It is advertised as a safe, secure, and weatherproof space where delivery drivers drop your packages, food orders, and up to eight bags of groceries. It's accessed by a keypad code and is controlled through your smartphone.
The Receptor is the first through-the-wall delivery bin. It is advertised as a safe, secure, and weatherproof space where delivery drivers drop your packages, food orders, and up to eight bags of groceries. It's accessed by a keypad code and is controlled through your smartphone.
New city ordinance allows food trucks into Detroit neighborhoods, especially those underserved
“There’s other neighborhoods where it is literally just a gas station or a liquor store," said Raquel Castañeda-Lopez. "The food products they have there, are so incredibly limited. And can you imagine coming home from work, wanting to pick up a quick bite, there’s literally nothing.”
“There’s other neighborhoods where it is literally just a gas station or a liquor store," said Raquel Castañeda-Lopez. "The food products they have there, are so incredibly limited. And can you imagine coming home from work, wanting to pick up a quick bite, there’s literally nothing.”
Local retailers at Cadillac Square have an edge this holiday season with supply chain chaos
This holiday slice of Downtown Detroit is lined with local vendors eager to make a sale - and a connection.
This holiday slice of Downtown Detroit is lined with local vendors eager to make a sale - and a connection.
Black Fire Winery is Lenawee County gem that also makes craft beer, cider
While battling fires for 27 years as a lieutenant with the Ypsilanti Fire Department, Michael Wells was cultivating skills that would eventually make him the first African-American owner of a vineyard in southeast Michigan. A path he started out on, as a little boy.
While battling fires for 27 years as a lieutenant with the Ypsilanti Fire Department, Michael Wells was cultivating skills that would eventually make him the first African-American owner of a vineyard in southeast Michigan. A path he started out on, as a little boy.
US mandates COVID-19 vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4, 2022
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
Estellas Vegan Bakery brings a sweet surprise to Rosedale Park area
Estellas is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to 6, Chantele Jones is selling her confectionary concoctions free of animal products - a cause close to her heart.
Estellas is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to 6, Chantele Jones is selling her confectionary concoctions free of animal products - a cause close to her heart.
Popular restaurant owner won't allow food delivery services as FDA looks to improve safety
"I stopped using all those delivering companies, I don’t do business with (any) of them," said Luigi Cutrato, the proprietor. "Sometimes the food (was) sitting for 30 to 45 minutes."
"I stopped using all those delivering companies, I don’t do business with (any) of them," said Luigi Cutrato, the proprietor. "Sometimes the food (was) sitting for 30 to 45 minutes."
Local business that makes educational blankets needs votes for Making it with Lowe's challenge
"My sister is a disabled veteran and she was always really good with sewing," she said. "That’s what inspired us to start our business and I am a retired teacher, I taught for nearly a decade. So I wanted to create something that was educational and has purpose behind it."
"My sister is a disabled veteran and she was always really good with sewing," she said. "That’s what inspired us to start our business and I am a retired teacher, I taught for nearly a decade. So I wanted to create something that was educational and has purpose behind it."
Detroit's 'Neighborhood' Rivertown Market open for business
The new location, which opened its doors to its first customers at 7 a.m. Wednesday, will sell a mix of delivered food and locally-grown options from nearby vendors.
The new location, which opened its doors to its first customers at 7 a.m. Wednesday, will sell a mix of delivered food and locally-grown options from nearby vendors.
McNichols business thoroughfare transformed by multi-million Detroit investment
"We have much to be thankful for, " said U-D Mercy President Dr. Antoine Garibaldi "Broad new sidewalks and pavements, bus stop bump-outs, parking, and bicycle lanes, innovative double street lights, bright and shiny new storefronts are ready to welcome new businesses."
"We have much to be thankful for, " said U-D Mercy President Dr. Antoine Garibaldi "Broad new sidewalks and pavements, bus stop bump-outs, parking, and bicycle lanes, innovative double street lights, bright and shiny new storefronts are ready to welcome new businesses."
90 percent of state restaurants, hotels are understaffed as industry struggles to survive
"Understaffed is an understatement you’ll catch me cooking, doing line-work, anything to keep doors open," said Jared Kopiczko, general manager, Red Olive in Ferndale.
"Understaffed is an understatement you’ll catch me cooking, doing line-work, anything to keep doors open," said Jared Kopiczko, general manager, Red Olive in Ferndale.
Marble Bar in Detroit requires proof of vaccination - or negative Covid test to enter
Proof of a shot - or no shots. A bar in Detroit is taking a unique approach to try and keep everyone safe.
Proof of a shot - or no shots. A bar in Detroit is taking a unique approach to try and keep everyone safe.