Detroit youth feel the impacts of climate change, and they’re talking about it Read Article

Genevieve Fox.

Oak Park is reaching new heights with event hub construction Read Article

David Lewinski.

How local musicians help connect parks and people in downtown Farmington Read Article

What the Friends of the Rouge are doing to fight water pollution and connect communities Read Article

Courtesy of Friends of the Rouge.

Living on couches, in hotels, or in cars, many in Oakland County experience "hidden" homelessness Read Article

Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis.
Photo: Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis. Steve Koss

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Wyandotte hopes to build Arrowhead Pavilion in front of city hall, draw more people downtown

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 9, 2017
The "Downtown of Downriver" is getting in on the state's popular placemaking initiative.
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Michigan's highway: The history of Michigan Avenue, our state's most important road

Aaron MondryWednesday, March 8, 2017
In the first of a three-part series on Michigan Avenue, we look at the history of the road, from its construction along the Sauk Trail to its recognition as a Historic Heritage Route.
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Class dismissed? A look at how suburban communities are coping with school closings

David SandsThursday, March 2, 2017
We often hear about school closings in Detroit, but it's happening in the suburbs too.
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Networking event for young Muslim professionals to be held in Dearborn

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 2, 2017
The national organization illMuslims has thrown similar events across the country.
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Pontiac public art competition now accepting artist submissions for 2017 season

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 2, 2017
Downtown Pontiac is looking for an artist like you.
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John Bry takes helm at Main Street Oakland County

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 2, 2017
How a love for history turned into a career for Oakland County's new hire.
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Rebuilding Together Oakland County works toward safe, healthy homes...and parks

Claire CharltonThursday, February 23, 2017
For 25 years, Rebuilding Together Oakland County has provided repair and renovation work for low-income homeowners. Metromode's Claire Charlton digs in to learn more about this hard-working nonprofit.
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Meet the artists of Dearborn's old city hall

Elizabeth BarbieriThursday, February 23, 2017
Where Dearborn citizens once paid their property taxes and water bills, artists now live and work. Metromode's Elizabeth Barbieri profiles three new residents of Dearborn's City Hall Artspace Lofts.
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Placemaking success in Mount Clemens as Clinton River project reaches crowdfunding goal

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 23, 2017
The Clinton River in downtown Mount Clemens is about to get a whole lot more accessible.
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After 35 years, Dearborn retro furniture and accessories shop stays current as ever

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 23, 2017
Dearborn's Retro Image Co. Antiques and Vintage has been around so long, the products that were considered brand new when the store first opened in 1981 would be considered retro and vintage today.
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Local elected officials of color on race and politics in the age of Trump, part 3

Patrick DunnWednesday, February 22, 2017
This concluding installment features a variety of local elected officials of color, ranging from Washtenaw County commissioner Alicia Ping to Detroit district court judge Larry Williams. 
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Beyond diversity: How the University of Michigan-Dearborn cultivates inclusion on campus

Nina Misuraca IgnaczakThursday, February 16, 2017
Diversity initiatives can easily devolve into a numbers game. That's why the University of Michigan-Dearborn is taking a proactive approach to fostering an environment where every student feels welcome.
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Macomb County recognizes local business leaders with Valentine's Day breakfast awards ceremony

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 16, 2017
The United Shore Professional Baseball League of Utica was named "Startup Business to Watch."
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Local elected officials of color on race and politics in the age of Trump, part 2

Patrick DunnWednesday, February 15, 2017
City council members of color from Ypsilanti, Detroit, and Pontiac weigh in on tackling a volatile political climate and how public perceptions have affected their careers.
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Oak Park and Detroit firms shine in personalized web videos, just in time for Valentine's Day

MJ GalbraithMonday, February 13, 2017
Send your loved one a customized videogram from Snuggle Bear, made possible by Oak Park and Detroit creatives.
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Local elected officials of color on race and politics in the age of Trump, part 1

Patrick DunnThursday, February 9, 2017
State representatives of color from Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Detroit weigh in on tackling a volatile political climate and how public perceptions have affected their careers.
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Beans and dobros: Preserving what's left of Appalachia in Metro Detroit

Courtney BalestierThursday, February 9, 2017
In part two of our series on Appalachian culture in metro Detroit, West Virginia-native Courtney Balestier listens to stories from the Kentuckians of Michigan. And takes home some beans. 
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Dearborn Restaurant Week set to make debut, shine light on city dining scene

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 9, 2017
More than 30 of Dearborn's finest dining establishments have signed on to the event so far.
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Dearborn mayor to go social with State of the City address

Nina IgnaczakThursday, February 9, 2017
The mayor will go to where the people are--Facebook--to make the message as accessible as possible.
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VOICES: Infrastructure key to Southeast Michigan’s future

Kathleen LomakoWednesday, February 8, 2017
Quality infrastructure is the very foundation of the health and economic prosperity of our region. So how do we invest in it wisely?
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