History
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That one time in Michigan: When we constructed an island park
Just a short journey away from the hustle and bustle of Michigan’s largest and most populated city is an island brimming with activity. But it took quite an effort to transform this area into what it is today. This is the story of Belle Isle.
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What does Lansing have to do with Reddit?
You’ve probably spent a few (hundred) hours scrolling the seemingly infinite pages of Reddit. But did you know that the social network has a connection to Michigan’s state capital?
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That one time in Michigan: When we got our state flag
Ever wondered what everything on Michigan’s flag means?
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On this day in 1959: Ground broken on Detroit freeway that helped destroy a Black neighborhood
On Jan. 30, 1959, Detroit government officials broke ground on a federal interstate, I-375, that was the last leg in an urban renewal effort that eliminated a portion of an historic Motor City Black community.
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That one time in Michigan: When we legalized weed
A story of progressive policy, public advocacy, economic transformation, and the best marijuana on the planet.
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Program to provide cash for pregnant women in Flint
A program aimed at helping remove families and infants in Flint from deep poverty will give $1,500 to women during mid-pregnancy.
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Nessel intervenes on DTE’s request to hike gas rates
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has intervened in DTE’s latest request to increase natural gas rates for customers.
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That one time in Michigan: When we marched with MLK
Before the March on Washington, there was the Walk to Freedom.
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That one time in Michigan: When we had a great blizzard
Remembering one of the most powerful winter storms to hit the Mitten.
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That one time in Michigan: When Grand Rapids lost its rapids
Long ago, the rapids of the Grand River could be heard echoing through Grand Rapids. And while they were so notably unique to the region, it didn’t take long to lose those grand rapids.
