What is DEI and what do the employees do? Here's why Trump placed federal staff on leave
President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered that all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) staff be put on paid leave and eventually be laid off—part of his administration's goal to eliminate affirmative action efforts within the federal government.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered that all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) staff be put on paid leave and eventually be laid off—part of his administration's goal to eliminate affirmative action efforts within the federal government.
Nothing "off-limits" for immigration enforcement raids, says Trump administration
It was January 2018 that the Rranxburgaj family entered a sanctuary within Central United Methodist Church as refugees from Albania. Ded was caring for his ailing wife, the mother of his children, when he was ordered deported under the first Trump administration.
It was January 2018 that the Rranxburgaj family entered a sanctuary within Central United Methodist Church as refugees from Albania. Ded was caring for his ailing wife, the mother of his children, when he was ordered deported under the first Trump administration.
Mortgage data out of Detroit tells a fascinating tale
From 2012 to 2023, the number of mortgages in Detroit have sky rocketed from the low hundreds into the thousands. Here's what that housing data means for the city and how it can inform bigger decisions.
From 2012 to 2023, the number of mortgages in Detroit have sky rocketed from the low hundreds into the thousands. Here's what that housing data means for the city and how it can inform bigger decisions.
Jocelyn Benson announces run for governor
The Democratic Secretary of State is the first official member of the party to announce a formal campaign for governor.
The Democratic Secretary of State is the first official member of the party to announce a formal campaign for governor.
Metro Detroit drivers face car troubles during feep freeze
Some drivers, like Derek Reynolds, saw nearly two dozen abandoned cars with flat tires during their commute. Reynolds was among many who prayed he would not be next. Unfortunately, he was.
Some drivers, like Derek Reynolds, saw nearly two dozen abandoned cars with flat tires during their commute. Reynolds was among many who prayed he would not be next. Unfortunately, he was.
Frigid temperatures rupturing water mains and flooding streets in Detroit
The freezing temperatures this week is causing headaches all around the city of Detroit, rupturing water mains and flooding streets.
The freezing temperatures this week is causing headaches all around the city of Detroit, rupturing water mains and flooding streets.
Freezing temperatures causing water main breaks in Detroit
The frigid temperatures are causing other issues around the city, and not just because of how hazardous the cold weather is. Detroit's aging infrastructure is cracking due to the extreme cold.
The frigid temperatures are causing other issues around the city, and not just because of how hazardous the cold weather is. Detroit's aging infrastructure is cracking due to the extreme cold.
Stock Market Watch - January 22nd, 2025
A check on the stock market with stock market expert Jason Brown.
A check on the stock market with stock market expert Jason Brown.
Bureau of Prisons director Colette Peters out as President Trump takes office
Colette Peters, the head of the Bureau of Prisons, is out of a job.
Colette Peters, the head of the Bureau of Prisons, is out of a job.
Drone captures children playing on frozen Lake Michigan
A drone photographer filmed two children and an adult sitting on the edge of the ice covering Lake Michigan on Saturday, January 18, wanting his footage to work as a warning against this dangerous behavior. Credit: Nate?s Dronography via Storyful
A drone photographer filmed two children and an adult sitting on the edge of the ice covering Lake Michigan on Saturday, January 18, wanting his footage to work as a warning against this dangerous behavior. Credit: Nate?s Dronography via Storyful
Renderings of I-75 cap in Detroit show what public space over highway could provide
What would a pedestrian-friendly bridge over I-75 look like? Money for the final design has been awarded to MDOT as plans move forward to cap the highway in downtown Detroit.
What would a pedestrian-friendly bridge over I-75 look like? Money for the final design has been awarded to MDOT as plans move forward to cap the highway in downtown Detroit.
Metro Detroit man among 1,500 pardoned by Donald Trump for Jan. 6 role
President Trump granted pardons to about 1,500 people convicted of offenses related to the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot while also commuting the sentences of another 14 people who participated in the Capitol riot.
President Trump granted pardons to about 1,500 people convicted of offenses related to the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot while also commuting the sentences of another 14 people who participated in the Capitol riot.
Councilwoman warns of immigration officials in southwest Detroit
One of the first executive orders signed by President Trump had to do with deporting undocumented immigrants. Now, a Detroit city councilwoman is warning that immigration officers have been spotted in Southwest Detroit.
One of the first executive orders signed by President Trump had to do with deporting undocumented immigrants. Now, a Detroit city councilwoman is warning that immigration officers have been spotted in Southwest Detroit.
What is a Roman salute? Term trends after Elon Musk's gesture at Trump Inauguration Parade
A gesture made by Elon Musk while he was speaking at President Donald Trump's Inauguration Parade Monday evening caused a stir online, with some people noting that the tech billionaire's straight-arm movement looked like a Nazi salute.
A gesture made by Elon Musk while he was speaking at President Donald Trump's Inauguration Parade Monday evening caused a stir online, with some people noting that the tech billionaire's straight-arm movement looked like a Nazi salute.
Getting dogs out of the extreme cold in Metro Detroit
On Tuesday, the Detroit Dog Rescue showed up to a home where a German Shepard puppy was kept inside with their parents left outside in the cold. The temperature was 3 degrees, feels like -10 degrees.
On Tuesday, the Detroit Dog Rescue showed up to a home where a German Shepard puppy was kept inside with their parents left outside in the cold. The temperature was 3 degrees, feels like -10 degrees.
Redford mother fighting to support son's recovery after car crash
A young man from Redford is in for the fight of his life after a horrible car crash back in October. His road to recovery is anything but certain, but his mother is fighting to get him the help that he needs to hopefully walk and talk again.
A young man from Redford is in for the fight of his life after a horrible car crash back in October. His road to recovery is anything but certain, but his mother is fighting to get him the help that he needs to hopefully walk and talk again.
Home values increase in Detroit
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan held a press conference on Tuesday explaining why owning a home in Detroit is paying off year after year.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan held a press conference on Tuesday explaining why owning a home in Detroit is paying off year after year.
Metro Detroit company goes to LA to help with restoration efforts after wildfires
The raging inferno in California has displaced thousands and shocked millions across the United States. Meanwhile, a local company from Metro Detroit is working through the smoke to help those who lost their homes in the Los Angeles fires.
The raging inferno in California has displaced thousands and shocked millions across the United States. Meanwhile, a local company from Metro Detroit is working through the smoke to help those who lost their homes in the Los Angeles fires.
Metro Detroit company helps with restoration efforts in LA
The company has 150 locations with ten in California, and they are working around the clock in the art of restoration.
The company has 150 locations with ten in California, and they are working around the clock in the art of restoration.
Workshop addresses depression during and after pregnancy
Asia Raines with Harlee and Harper Women's Association talks about the group's workshop for helping women manage depression during pregnancy as well as postpartum depression.
Asia Raines with Harlee and Harper Women's Association talks about the group's workshop for helping women manage depression during pregnancy as well as postpartum depression.