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Detroit buys more BolaWrap, lasso-like devices that police have used twice
Detroit police who are part of the citywide Mental Health Co-Response Task Force began carrying BolaWrap in April of last year. Detroit buys more BolaWrap, lasso-like devices that police have used twice · Outlier Media
Once convicted of murder, now Darryl Woods will lead Detroit’s police oversight board
The Board of Police Commissioners has elected Darryl Woods, a returning citizen, as its next chair. Woods served 29 years in prison. He is inheriting a board dealing with a backlog of citizen complaints and difficulties filling positions. Once convicted of murder, now Darryl Woods will lead Detroit’s police oversight board · Outlier Media
The curious case of the Crain’s building bird bomber
Workers are scratching their heads at why birds were dropping rocks from the roof of a Detroit office building. Thankfully, though, no one was hit. The curious case of the Crain’s building bird bomber · Outlier Media
Prince dinner, Trap Karaoke and bilingual story time: Detroit events this week
Get ready for another vibrant week of music, culture and community. Whether you’re looking to showcase your family’s hidden karaoke talents, dive into some house music or experience an innovative night out, there’s something for everyone. Prince dinner, Trap Karaoke and bilingual story time: Detroit events this week · Outlier Media
Wayne State abandons public meetings, shunning protesters and the public
Following the forceful removal of protesters at their last board meeting and the dismantling of a protest encampment by university police, Wayne State’s Board of Governors decides to meet online. Wayne State abandons public meetings, shunning protesters and the public · Outlier Media
PFAS are everywhere. Here’s what to know and do
You can’t see, smell or taste them, but PFAS are everywhere, possibly lurking in the water you drink, the air you breathe and the consumer goods you use daily. PFAS are everywhere. Here’s what to know and do · Outlier Media
One good building: Federal building in Detroit goes up for auction
The federal government built the United States Immigration Station during the Prohibition Era. After more than 90 years, it’s put the historic building up for sale. One good building: Federal building in Detroit goes up for auction · Outlier Media
The Dirt: Where developments are happening, and where they’re stalled
Construction started on the first building of $3 billion Future of Health development in New Center, the Dr. Violet T. Lewis Village for older adults and the East Warren Public Market. But development can still be a challenging prospect in the city, especially if you’re trying to buy a vacant lot from the Detroit Land Bank Authority. The Dirt: Where developments are happening, and where they’re stalled · Outlier Media
What to know about co-ops, and why you may consider joining one
The excitement around the opening of the Detroit People’s Food Co-op created a good excuse to examine the state of Detroit’s cooperative businesses. If you’re curious about co-ops, here’s what to know before you join or shop at one. What to know about co-ops, and why you may consider joining one · Outlier Media
Detroit events this week: Taco and Tequila Fest, Coffee Thursday and glassblowing
Feast on food and drinks at Taco and Tequila fest, hang out with Outlier at Coffee Thursday or find other Detroit events, June 20-26. Detroit events this week: Taco and Tequila Fest, Coffee Thursday and glassblowing · Outlier Media
Detroit Housing Commission has a new plan to save one of its developments. Residents have questions
The Villages at Parkside has long been falling apart. Now the Detroit Housing Commission plans to tear down the low-income housing complex and rebuild it with the help of a private developer. Detroit Housing Commission has a new plan to save one of its developments. Residents have questions · Outlier Media
One good checklist: Detroit crosses last building off its notorious ‘dirty dozen’
With Michigan Central Station open, 12 once-decrepit skyscrapers are all either redeveloped or demolished One good checklist: Detroit crosses last building off its notorious ‘dirty dozen’ · Outlier Media
The Dirt: A new horseback riding center is coming to Detroit
A voucher scam is targeting some of Detroit’s poorest residents. We have even more details about the missing $40 million at the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy. Plus: A nonprofit is expected to start construction on an equestrian center later this year. The Dirt: A new horseback riding center is coming to Detroit · Outlier Media
What heat does to your body — and how to stay safe this week in Detroit
Detroiters need to be on guard this week, with forecasters calling for a record run of extreme heat. Here’s how heat affects the human body, and how you and your loved ones can stay cool this week. What heat does to your body — and how to stay safe this week in Detroit · Outlier Media
Survey: Most Detroiters involved in their communities and plan to vote, but doubt officials share their concerns
We know little about the reasons for Detroit’s voter turnout. So we commissioned the Detroit Metro Area Communities Study to survey 1,100 residents about their priorities and reasons for voting or not voting. Survey: Most Detroiters involved in their communities and plan to vote, but doubt officials share their concerns · Outlier Media
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