In response to persistent federal cuts and threats to healthcare funding, Oakland County Board of Commissioners Chair David T. Woodward (D-Royal Oak) announced an emergency funding...
By Hon. Scott Benson, Detroit City Councilmember
As we approach the critical midterm elections 2026, Detroit stands at a familiar and disturbing crossroads. Many of us are called to seek justice and protect the vulnerable, yet...
By Amber Colvin, Guest Columnist
Leadership capability gaps have become an overwhelming focus in the broader workforce landscape, and it’s time we prioritize emotional intelligence...
By Dr. Anthony O. Kellum, Guest Columnist
America is entering one of the most significant economic transitions in its history, though it will unfold quietly....
By Mark S. Lee, Contributing Columnist
For decades, retirement represented the American dream: work hard, save consistently, and enjoy the freedom to travel, spend time with family,...
By Garlin Gilchrist II
Donald Trump and his allies tried to overturn Michigan’s votes once. Now they are laying the groundwork to try again.
Just this...
By Mark S. Lee, Contributing Columnist
Economic development is often measured by billion-dollar investments, ribbon cuttings, and job announcements. Those milestones matter, but they don’t...
By Eric B. Larson, CEO of DDP
This month, the DDP will hold its seventh public meeting to share significant updates on one of the city’s major infrastructure projects: Capping I-75. The Downtown Detroit...
By Dr. Anthony O. Kellum, Contributing Writer
The national conversation about Black economic progress has long been defined by access. We measure advancement through educational...
