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Michigan’s education board passes resolution condemning Trump orders to ‘defund’ public education
The State Board of Education has passed a resolution condemning executive orders and directives by the Trump administration designed to “dismantle public education, weaken civil rights protections, and destabilize the economic security of hardworking families.”
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Help transform fire-damaged school that pioneered Black education in MI
Michigan’s historic Ferry Street School, where Sojourner Truth once spoke, will become a memorial park through a crowdfunding campaign.
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Beloved Lafayette Coney Island reopens after rat infestation
Historic Detroit eatery Lafayette Coney Island reopens after addressing health concerns.
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13 free things to do in Detroit
Looking for budget-friendly things to do in Detroit? Add these 13 Detroit-area experiences to your bucket list, because they’re totally free!
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Michigan’s dairy farm apprenticeships are on the federal chopping block—like this one for Spanish speakers
An estimated 80% of dairy workers speak Spanish. These apprenticeships were opening up career opportunities in rural Michigan—until Trump’s federal cuts started, impacting farmers across the state.
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Most pre-rolled joints are trash. This Detroit-based cannabis lab is fixing that.
Tired of dry pre-rolled joints that hit like sawdust? Freds Lab is rolling up something actually worth smoking. No trim, no shake, no bullshit—just real joints with fresh, sticky flower.
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Join the Dodge Park Farmers Market: 2025 vendor spaces open
Explore the Dodge Park Farmers Market 2025! Vendor applications are open now. Join us for a vibrant community experience.
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That one time in Michigan: When we established one of the most isolated national parks
It’s been nearly 100 years since Congress authorized one of the country’s most beautiful and remote national parks.
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Garlin Gilchrist announces Democratic bid to become Michigan’s first Black governor
Garlin Gilchrist II, a Democrat from Detroit who is Michigan’s first Black lieutenant governor, announced he’s jumping into the crowded 2026 race for governor on Tuesday.
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Bernie Sanders draws 10,000 supporters to Warren for a ‘Fight Oligarchy’ rally
More than 10,000 people turned out for a rally with US Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt), in Warren as part of his national “Fighting Oligarchy” tour.
