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Today's episode is about something you may not have thought about very often. When a big storm hits, where exactly does all of the wastewater in our region go? And how do we handle it? It gets attention in the news when basements back up or a freeway is brought to a standstill - but in order to fix it, it requires a plan. And that's just what the Great Lakes Water Authority has announced. A new 40-year plan to help deal with the realities of what's happening in our region. It has a focus on fixing and improving what we have, as well as improving our water quality. And to make it happen, there's been a good dose of regional cooperation which is frankly a bit of news for southeast Michigan. Joining me to talk about it is Suzanne Coffey - she's the chief planning officer of the GLWA. Then, I'll share three things to know around town as StockX raises more money, local restaurants are getting slapped with liquor license suspensions, and a long-time Eastern Market business is expanding - along with improvements on roads nearby.

Queen Lillian and The Platform have teamed up to develop the corner of Woodward and Stimson that has sat dormant for years. The $60 million Woodward West project will have almost all Detroit-based companies and bring more than 200 apartments to the neighborhood. Chris Jackson from Queen Lillian joins me to talk about how the project finally came together and what the plans are. Then, a couple things you should know around town: The Detroit Regional Chamber has a new survey out that shows wide support for mask mandates and small business help. I dive in a bit. Plus, some good news as it seems Michigan has avoided the "surge upon a surge" after Thanksgiving with cases continuing to decline. We're not out of the woods yet, but love to highlight some positive news. Also, vaccines are coming and local counties are revealing plans on how they'll be distributed. Feedback? Voicemail: 313-789-3211 Support us: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

On today's show, we look to the future. In a post-pandemic world, it's looking like things will not snap back to "normal" that was January of 2020. In fact, some of the changes could be pretty big. So I talked about it with Sheryl Connelly. She's Ford Motor Company's head futurist and they just released their Ford Trends report. Here's a link: Some of the topics we cover in this episode: Stress and pressures on people due to the pandemic The desire for people to escape and how they do A renewed focus on family and friends Gaps on inequality and inequity How people buy has changed, accelerating trends already in motion The rise of personal transportation like bikes and vehicles, where sales have boomed How personal sustainability trends changed (remember straw shaming? That's not a thing anymore) while companies are focusing on new tech like electric vehicle. This is as a number of people think the pandemic will have a net negative impact on the environment, long-term Also: TCF and Huntington Banks are merging, we'll have some details; and Coronavirus vaccines are rolling out from Pfizer's facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Today's fun Friday episode is a chat with Barchaelogist, Author, Historian and Hamtramckan Mickey Lyons. She's a font of fascinating knowledge from how our most well-known street (Woodward) is named after someone who was brilliant but also incompetent; to the wicked past of some of our leaders; to how everything old is new again with anti-maskers. Yes, we dealt with all this a century ago. Also - for our Patreon members, we're giving away a SIGNED copy of Mickey's Book to a random member, Wicked Detroit. Find Mickey Lyons: Website: http://prohibitiondetroit.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProhibitDetroit Wicked Detroit: https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467140027 Support Daily Detroit: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Today's daily show is in three parts. First, a lightning round of things to know around town. There's a water shutoff moratorium in Detroit. Coronavirus cases and hospitalizations are thankfully leveling off. And Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is running for re-election. Then, Clement Fame Brown's Three Thirteen has been on the Livernois Avenue of Fashion for awhile now. He's got a new shop opening in Parker's Alley in downtown Detroit. I catch up with him about the expansion and more. Plus, we'll go up the road to Ferndale and talk about Unbox The Holidays, a neat program to help people shop local instead of ordering from Amazon. Lena Stevens from the Ferndale DDA joins us. Thanks to the support of our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Lions win! We talk about Coach Bevell and Stafford's solid performance. Detroit Pistons make moves The University of Michigan has canceled their game against rival Ohio State due to rising COVID-19 cases. It's the first time they haven't played since 1917; but Fletcher thinks Harbaugh dodged a metaphorical bullet. MSU, and more. Follow Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us to help unpack the grim milestone of 10,000 Coronavirus deaths in Michigan. We cover some of the latest news around the virus, the extended pause from Governor Whitmer, what we can do to improve the situation as well as a listener question. On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 Support on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

How do you make the journey from Detroit cop to cannabis entrepreneur? Today's feature conversation is with John McLeod of Michigan-based Cloud Cannabis who opens up not just about the business but his path with opioids to get there. Link: https://cloudcannabis.com/ Then, three things to know around town: Details on protestors outside of the Secretary of State's Detroit house over the weekend and what all of this action might mean going forward While leaders in Lansing and Washington can't seem to get much done, financial assistance for those having trouble with their water bills in Metro Detroit expands And Bucharest Grill expands to the suburbs in Royal Oak with their sixth location Thanks to John and Emily who joined us at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit and help keep this coverage going.

On Fridays we try to have some fun, and this is no exception. Devon, Randy and Jer get together (virtually) to talk about some of our favorite local boozes, spirits and accessories. Here's a list: King Cubes: Big Clear Ice Cubes: https://www.kingcubesice.com Rare American Whiskey from The Oakland: https://app.upserve.com/s/the-oakland-ferndale Cocktail Cubes from Castalia: https://www.castaliacocktails.com/cocktail-kits Tiki mugs from Lost River: https://lostrivertiki.com/merch-1/ Water with electrolytes: Kater Wingman https://www.katerwingman.com/ Leisure Soda: Casamara Club: https://www.casamaraclub.com Detroit City Distillery market and seasonal releases https://www.detroitcitydistillery.com Sippin Santa https://www.sippinsantapopup.com at The Skip https://www.theskipdetroit.com Miracle https://www.miraclepopup.com @ The Oakland http://theoaklandferndale.com Two James - house made cream liqueur with Johnny smoking gun as its base. Comparable to Bailey's, but with a hint of smokiness. https://twojames.com Thanks for listening! Support our work at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is three parts: The pandemic continues in Michigan and Metro Detroit. There are bunch of stories around that. Chandler Park on Detroit's east side is raising money for a new skatepark. We talk with Alex Allen from the Chandler Park Conservancy about what they're doing: https://www.patronicity.com/project/chandler_park_skate_park#!/ And one of Detroit's most walkable suburbs, Ferndale, is putting together a new walkability plan. Erin Quetell shares more, with info on a public meeting December 9: https://ferndalemoves.com/news/ferndale-moves-december-9-public-meeting

Today: Our feature conversation focuses on supporting Southwest Detroit businesses with your dollars from the comfort of your own home. Jennifer Gomez from the Southwest Detroit Business Association joins me to talk about their new site - https://www.shopsouthwestdetroit.com/ - where you can shop in the neighborhood from a number of local places. Before that, I'll share the latest local pandemic updates as restaurants lose their legal bid to reopen indoor dining, and tell you about a freighter stuck in the Detroit river. Support what we're doing? You're crucial. http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

General Motors has made some news as of late with three big moves. So to understand it, we turn to expert and AutoTrader analyst Michelle Krebs. She's one of the voices I trust to figure out what's happening in the auto industry. First, we go through that GM has withdrawn their support for a Trump suit against California around emissions. Then, GM's rollout of an all-electric portfolio for new vehicles and just how big of a deal it is. Finally, the scrapped deal with Nikola. Why that happened and what's next. For more, you can follow Michelle on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/MichKrebs Plus three quick things you should know today: There's a propeller and nautical/aeronautical company moving to Detroit called Sharrow Marine. The city has a long history of boats and working with them, and the head of it is from the area. A pilot program has been extended with new funding to test sewage from seven local cities to track COVID-19. And a Michigan State Senate hearing has turned up nothing new with the whacky claims of voter fraud. I followed the hearing too, but really the best summary was from Gongwer's Nick Smith: "We're at the 2 1/2 hour mark and not a single person who has testified has said anything beyond items that have to date been largely disproven in either court or through reporting." That held up throughout the rest of the thing. Follow him here: https://twitter.com/NSmithReports/status/1333829633813467136 Thanks for listening! Support what we're doing: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is in two parts. First, the latest in local Coronavirus news. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has started to hint at what's ahead for a massive vaccination program in the city of Detroit - with a target of 5,000 a day. Southeast Michigan hospitals are filling up fast with COVID-19 patients. Governor Gretchen Whitmer was $100m she says for residents, a mask mandate and an unemployment extension. A large restaurant owner wants restrictions to stop, or he says he'll open anyway along with out restauranteurs Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon has been on a ventilator since Friday with COVID-19 And then the bulk of the show talks sports with Fletcher Sharpe. Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn are out after an embarassing loss Thanksgiving Day. We talk about what's next for the team, Matt Stafford and three different ideas for coaches. Robert Saleh, with local roots (Dearborn!) Eric Bieniemy And because people keep mentioning it since this town is obsessed with him, Jim Harbaugh Then, Michigan and MSU football and basketball. Follow Fletcher on Twitter here: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW Thanks for listening! We're powered by our members on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

It's no secret that this year has been the pits. With the ongoing pandemic things have been bleak. It's been especially bleak for all of the small businesses trying to hang on. Now that the holidays are quickly approaching I have whipped together a list of nearly 50 places to shop small in Metro Detroit for all of your gift giving needs. Throughout the list, I'm not only going to highlight brick and mortar stores, but also the people who supply the goods that go into the stores. From baby and children's goods, clothes, food, and housewares this list should have something for everyone. This should go without saying but if you do decide to head out to the store to do some shopping please wear your mask, keep your distance, and also be nice to these shop owners and employees. It's hard out there, and a little bit of kindness goes an extra long way nowadays. And if you have a favorite, local place we should consider, send me an email at shi -at- dailydetroit.com. I'd love to keep adding to this. Here's the whole list: http://www.dailydetroit.com/2020/11/24/your-ultimate-and-ever-growing-metro-detroit-small-business-holiday-shopping-guide/

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care stops by to talk the latest in vaccine news, a recent study about why some Detroiters are hesitant to take the vaccine (and what that's rooted in), as well as answering listener questions. Plus: The city of Detroit is looking at a $10 million budget hole and Detroit City Council unanimously approved a recreational marijuana ordinance we previously talked about on the show.

Considering how much the world is an endless nesting of dumpster fires, we thought we'd do something fun for your Friday. And support local while we do it. Today's episode is a Michigan-made hard cider tasting. We took a number of them from across the state and did an on-air, socially-distanced taste test. All of the ciders were purchased thanks to our supporters, and we received no compensation from brands for this event. So join Jer, Engineer Randy Walker and Devon O'Reilly for some fun. Special thanks to Shianne Nocerini who was going to be part of this tasting but had to beg off at the last moment; she did, however, edit the show along with Engineer Randy. Love what we're doing? Tell people about. Want to keep this free for everyone and never behind a paywall? Become a member: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

It's been feeling like Groundhog Day, so we shook things up a bit. Today's show features Jer, Shianne Nocerini and Fletcher Sharpe with the latest things to know around town as well as the insanity that's happening around the election right now. As of course, the eyes of the nation are fixed upon us again. Plus, Fletcher takes us back to his front-row-seat experience at the Malice at the Palace 16 years ago as well as breaks down the Pistons draft picks. And there's a new Red Panda in town. FYI.

Discussed in our feature conversation: https://detroit.eater.com/2020/10/26/21534489/thanksgiving-detroit-ann-arbor-restaurant-bakery-ordering-turkey-dinner-pie

Michigan sets another record with COVID-19 cases. A challenge in court that would have stopped certification of Detroit's vote count falls flat on its face because the people challenging didn't even bother to go to the orientation, so didn't know what they're talking about. The Platform has two different developments going in. One in the city's Techtown/Midtown area, and the other in Old Redford. The Detroit Dog Rescue is putting together their new space on the west side, complete with doggy maternity suite. Because rescues deserve the love, too. And Shianne is putting together her annual holiday local shopping list. What are your suggestions? Also, if you're interested, support us at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

By popular demand, Steve Friess from Newsweek and Hour Detroit returns for a big episode on where we're at in Metro Detroit, Michigan and somewhat nationally with the election. There isn't evidence of voter fraud in Michigan's election so far. Especially in any sorts of numbers that make a difference. But it's an axe that seems won't stop being ground. Newsweek article of his we reference near the end: https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-has-70-days-undermine-joe-biden-even-if-he-eventually-concedes-1545783 Follow Steve on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveFriess If you want to support what we're doing: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit

On today's show, Fletcher Sharpe steps up to the plate to talk about: MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo's COVID-19 diagnosis MSU Football U-M Football Should you watch other Michigan teams instead? The wayward Detroit Lions The Detroit Tigers new pitching coach who is a familiar face to Michiganders You can follow Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter: @SaintFDW

The Coronavirus pandemic is still here. And it's raging at levels higher than when we were locked down. With nearly 14,000 cases since Friday and almost 130 deaths - not to mention the rising hospitalization and outbreak numbers - we need to be careful. What's the situation, what's next, and what are some answers to listener questions? Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us to dive in. Don't forget that if you find value in what we do there's a couple things you can do. 1) Share the show! It's the best way to push Detroit's conversation forward. 2) If you can, consider joining us as a member at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Our feature conversation with Ben Eisen, a Wall Street Journal reporter who has an interesting story focused on Detroit. "A Broken Mortgage Market Strands Detroit's Black Residents," dives into the logjam that is buying a house with a loan in Detroit, its causes, and what people are doing to try and improve it. Plus, the state crossed 200,000 COVID-19 cases and we have a slew of updates from a mask mandate idea being shot down by the incoming Speaker of the State House; U of M is going remote this winter; a new stage 3 vaccine trial happening locally and more. And, General Motors beat expectations. But don't expect as rosy of a fourth quarter. Thanks for listening! If you appreciate what we do and want to support it, join us at http://www.dailydetroit.com/support.

Today's show is a look into what we know so far around the election with Steve Friess of Newsweek and Hour Detroit. We try to unpack it using what we know so far. Topics include: Polling was way off on the local level The race for president in Michigan was far closer than people expected Gary Peters and John James were in a very close Senate race Elissa Slotkin and Haley Stevens hold on Trump may lose the presidency but he's not going away Voter priorities are different than what many expected in a pandemic Recounts don't get you many votes because there isn't mass voter fraud The reality may be we have 8-12 more years of this divided discord in the country

Today's show is in three acts: Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care on why we're back in COVID-19 outbreak status in Michigan and what's next. Dr. Thomas on Twitter: @PlumHealthDPC Fletcher Sharpe on A.J. Hinch and the new G-league basketball team in town, the Motor City Cruise. They're going to play at Wayne State's new arena. Fletch on Twitter: @SaintFDW And what to drink this fall? We have 5 Michigan beers to check out with Devon O'Reilly. Beers include: La Parcella (Jolly Pumpkin); Screamin Pumpkin BBA (Griffin Claw); KBS Maple Mackinac Fudge (Founders); Blocktoberfest (Atwater); Fresh By IPA. 10/31 (Stone Brewing). Thanks for supporting the show! By popular demand there are two new tiers if you have a business or organization. http://www.dailydetroit.com/support

On today's show: Some pandemic restrictions are put back in place as the virus spreads, deaths rise and COVIDACTNOW lists Michigan as in COVID-19 outbreak status. A judge has ruled in favor of guns in polling places. But that fight isn't over yet and in a new poll, Michiganders are clear where they stand. A popular restaurant chain has new owners. And our feature today is on the economy. A Coronavirus financial backstop is not coming from the federal government anytime soon, and unemployment is up in the state. What's next? And what should you be thinking about the next few months? Matthew Roling from Wayne State's Ilitch School of Business and Office of Innovation joins me to go in-depth. Find this show valuable? Consider supporting us: http://www.dailydetroit.com/support/

The city of Detroit has been watched closely by those interested and involved in the cannabis industry. Due to the city's size and voters overwhelming approval of recreational marijuana - almost 70 percent of residents were behind it in 2018 - The Motor City will almost assuredly become the hub of recreational weed in Michigan. But the city has taken awhile to draw up local rules, getting a proposed ordinance together just this week. So what is on the table? And how does it aim to ensure Detroiters, many of whom were prosecuted through the war on drugs, have a shot at the financial benefits? My guest to dive in on this is Detroit city councilman James Tate. He represents District One on Detroit's West Side. He's been the lead on this citywide project. After that, I'll share a couple quick things to know today, as Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Representative Rashida Tlaib are looking into whether the U.S. Census willfully undercounted Detroit; and details the Meijer-owned specialty market going up in the Lafayette Park neighborhood.

Detroit's the crucible of the car in America, but the city is trying to make the streets better for the people who live here. That's at the heart of a new program focused on those who walk, bike, take transit, or simply want their kids to have a safer neighborhood. On top of the nice-to-haves, the reality is that 100,000 Detroit residents who are old enough to have drivers licenses do not; and a quarter of households have no access to a car. Caitlin Malloy-Marcon joins me from the Detroit Department of Public Works to talk about it. You can find more about what they're doing here: Website: http://www.detroitmi.gov/streetsforpeople Facebook: City of Detroit Department of Public Works Instagram: @Detroit_DPW Plus, stories to know around metro Detroit.

Hudson's was a name at the center of Detroit life for decades. And their flagship store on Woodward loomed over downtown until it was demolished in 1998. I remember that day because I worked it for a local TV station. Street after street was covered in dust, and it was a quick, final end to the second largest and tallest department store in the country. According to HistoricDetroit.org, it was a behemoth. We talked about the height. But the three electric transformers inside could supply enough power for a city of 20,000 people. It had a world record 705 fitting rooms. 200 different departments. And with a name as locally known as Sanders, Faygo, Vernors or any of the Big Three, Hudson's had the most important thing: the hearts of Detroiters. This week came some interesting news. Somehow, some way, an ornate elevator from this long-gone structure has popped up on the radar. And it didn't just show up, dirty and dusty in a corner of a storage unit. But half a million dollars and a quarter century later, it arrived in all of its grandeur. Today, we'll share that story by the man who made it happen, Alex Begin. More on Hudson's on Historic Detroit: https://historicdetroit.org/buildings/hudsons-department-store Photos of the elevator: http://www.dailydetroit.com Listen to our show in Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 Support our local coverage on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

On today's show: COVID cases are surging here in Metro Detroit. And there's no wall around the city, so there's concern there, too. Yes, the mail has been slower lately according to a new report. Business, hospital system and university leaders are calling for a cease-fire on lawsuits to try and repeal health orders to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. Basically - they say working together works to slow the spread, and that current orders should be allowed to stand. The DIA has a new exhibit coming celebrating futurist and iconic car designs. And Detroit City Council President Pro Tem Mary Sheffield joins me to talk about her proposed neighborhood naming ordinance. What a neighborhood is called has been a point of contention for as long as I remember. This would add an official process. Like what we're doing? Become a member: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

There's a new MI COVID app for your phone. It's to help with contact tracing, something that experts say will help contain the spread of the coronavirus. Is this a good idea? How will this help? Is your privacy at stake? Plus - more and more restaurants are doing tents and domes for dining as the weather comes. How should you treat them? Dr. Paul Thomas and technologist Tom Lawrence join me. Dr. Paul Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlumHealthDPC Tom Lawrence: https://twitter.com/TomLawrenceTech Then, some things to know around town: The sale of much of the State Fairgrounds for an Amazon development is approved - probably sealing the fate of the historic Colosseum and other buildings on the site. City officials say Detroiters are getting the jobs at the FCA Jefferson East facility And Ferndale, like many Southeast Michigan communities, is having some issues with lead in their drinking water. Love what we're doing? Become a member: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

If you're a long time listener to this show, you may have caught on that one of the reasons we're here is a love of places. Specifically our places. The Detroit tri-county area includes, well, three counties, made up of more than 130 cities, townships and villages. And yes, even part of a ghost town. You could zoom in again and see countless neighborhoods and block clubs and associations - all the way down to the street you see out your window. In these places, there are stories wherever you look. You might find the next time you go on a run, or walk your dog, or notice that one thing over your backyard fence that you never thought about before. And when you travel, if you keep your eyes open, you'll see their stories, too. It's pretty cool. Now, there's a field guide for these things to help you on your journey. It's called the 99% Invisible City, and it's by Roman Mars. Who is my guest today. Grab the book: https://99percentinvisible.org/book/ Follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/romanmars

Michigan is seeing more Coronavirus cases and the tri-county area is no exception The US/Canada border closure is extended through November 21 A couple of Michigan businesses got national media attention: - The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor was featured in an ad for Democratic candidate Joe Biden. Link: https://youtu.be/SW86jyTsYe4 - Farmington Hills based Five Hour Energy was spoofed by Saturday Night Live. Link: https://youtu.be/OP0H0j4pCOg The Woodbridge neighborhood in Detroit is getting new housing. The University of Michigan has been named one of the top film schools in the nation by The Wrap. Link: https://www.thewrap.com/top-film-schools-ranked-2020-afi-usc/ Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle is coming back in early November. And Fletcher Sharpe breaks down the Lions win and talks about the upcoming MSU and U of M games. Follow him: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW Want to support what we're doing? Become a member: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Eastern Market, to put it bluntly, has gone through a lot of changes recently. Although many come to it on Saturdays and know it through the public markets, there's much more to one of Detroit's historic districts, like food wholesalers, butchers, packers and distributors. In the last few years, there were shops and restaurants - that although their places were loved, the owners wanted to retire and few were interested in taking over. Some, there was a lot of controversy and attention when they shut their doors. While Others opened up. Like Eastern Market Brewing Company, Beyond Juicery, and Beas. A number of businesses needed to find or build modern facilities nearby. The older buildings they were in just didn't live up to the needs of those companies anymore. And you might not know that most of the neighborhood's economic activity and jobs are created by those industrial places. It's part of what's driving this shift in spaces in the market, too. So what's next with this Glass Mural project? And what are the visions behind it and some properties in the market? Let's find out. My guests are FIRM real estate developer Sanford Nelson and artist Sheefy McFly to talk about a 40,000 square foot, multi-story development project on Russell at Division Street called, "Glass Mural."

What to know around Metro Detroit: We give an update on the latest Coronavirus numbers as cases and hospitalizations continue to trend up; Share where to get tested for free in Macomb County; Run down a series of bill the state legislature passed around the pandemic; Update you on news the U.S. Supreme Court is upholding a directive to stop census counting on October 15 which will impact Detroit and urban areas around the country; WXYZ-TV has the harrowing tale of a man physically hurt by Taylor police while he wasn't resisting arrest - and then charging him for fleeing when he didn't. As well as all the steps the system missed to right it before now. I just wanted to highlight it that it's out there. Go read the whole thing and watch the bodycam footage: https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/police-chief-calls-for-change-after-officers-say-welcome-to-taylor-during-violent-arrest The NCAA Sweet 16 and Elite 8 are coming to Detroit And our feature conversation is with Robyn Cleveland about their new limited-edition Pink Norden Aquavit. We chat about how the company is doing in pandemic times, the inspiration for this special edition and then give it a try. Part of the proceeds benefit the Pink Fund. There are limited bottles and places to get it. Go here: https://nordenaquavit.com/ Have something to say? Our voicemail line is 313-789-3211 Want to support our work financially? http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

On today's podcast – a chat with author Angie Schmitt. Her book – "Right of way: Race, Class, and the Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths in America" looks at how our built environment – and choices to buy ever-larger vehicles – have led to more inequity and more pedestrian deaths to the point it's a public health crisis. Link, use promo code "Schmitt": https://islandpress.org/books/right-way We'll dive in and talk about a change the city of Detroit made to make things far better for those who walk and bike. But first on your Daily Detroit for Tuesday, October 13th, 2020, Three things to know. Coronavirus cases seem to have a new, higher baseline; as well as more fatalities Tuesday. The city of Detroit has a new set of bioretention medians in the Aviation Subdivision. It's a neat, green way to handle extra rainwater that was backing up into resident basements. And the city of Sterling Heights is seeing more absentee ballots and registrations, so they're extending their election center hours. Support our work: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Michigan is now at risk of a Coronavirus outbreak. Dr. Paul Thomas helps us break down why and what's next for this pivotal week; including why herd immunity - as suggested by some local leaders - would be a very deadly path to go down. Plus; hundreds of thousands of michiganders could see their records expunged, including those for marijuana offenses Fines have been issued around the recent land collapse into the Detroit river A creek in Warren has been cleaned up A new Buddy's is opening in Troy And it's Indigenous Peoples' Day. So I take you on a little journey talking about Detroit's names before it was Detroit and some of what's left of that amazing history. Love the show? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 Or, if you can, support our work: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

On today's Daily Detroit: A plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been stopped, with charges against six men; as well as seven others for a plot to attack the State capitol. Plus, conservative hoaxers were arraigned for voter intimidation of Detroiters. And a deep-dive conversation with Steve Friess of Newsweek and Hour Detroit. He's back to talk to intelligently talk about the prospects of races for two local U.S. House seats (held by Elissa Slotkin and Haley Stephens), as well as the race between Gary Peters and John James. Find Steve here on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveFriess Support what we're doing on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Thanks to Lauren for joining us as a member!

On your Daily Detroit: Technology expert Tom Lawrence joins me to cut through the clutter on a move by AT&T to no longer offer DSL service. It has a pretty big impact here in Michigan as their alternate service - Fiber - isn't available to most of their homes. And considering everyone's working from home, schooling from home, it puts a number of communities at a big disadvantage. Ars Technica story: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2020/10/life-in-atts-slow-lane-millions-left-without-fiber-as-company-kills-dsl/ Link to study: https://cwa-union.org/sites/default/files/20201005attdigitalredlining.pdf But to get started, I'll update you on a few stories around town. We update on COVID numbers. MLive's story on government bodies not sure if they need to meet in person: https://www.mlive.com/news/2020/10/virtual-meetings-of-local-government-bodies-in-jeopardy-after-supreme-court-ruling.html Free COVID-19 testing is this weekend in Dearborn Heights. Teachers in the Detroit Public Schools Community District ratified a new contract with pay raises. A Muslim woman is suing the Michigan Department of Corrections and the city of Detroit over having to remove her headscarf when being booked. Two violent incidents in Greektown are concerning: via WXYZ: https://www.wxyz.com/news/two-people-shot-during-gunfight-in-downtown-detroit-overnight via Detroit News: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2020/10/07/suspect-arrested-but-police-seek-victim-greektown-pistol-whipping/5910130002/ And out the door fun - are Junior Mints the ultimate Halloween candy in Michigan? And wither the Candy Corn? Thoughts on the show, feedback, add your voice: 313-789-3211 Become a member and support our work: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is a deep-dive with Sonya Mays. She heads up the non-profit development firm, Develop Detroit. And I'm going to focus on one word here - non-profit. Which means they need to have a community mission. Because when it comes to Detroit's nascent comeback, firms that think about more than the bottom line might be something to look at as a model. This is done in other cities, but is still in the early stages of getting traction here. And we'll talk about how the new Detroit Housing For The Future Fund may play into what's happening on the ground. Then, we'll send you out with a couple things to know including the latest on mask mandates, a new law to allow clerks to prep ballots, and the expansion of the University of Detroit Mercy.