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Our 2020 Children's Holiday Coloring Contest has concluded, and the winners have been selected!

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CITY OF DETROIT: As a reminder: The State of Michigan extends Gatherings and Mask Order

With the goal of reducing the spread of COVID-19

CITY OF DETROIT: Warming Centers Now Open Across City of Detroit

With frigid temperatures already here, the City of Detroit is reminding residents that warming centers are open to provide relief for the homeless from the cold.

ACLU OF MICHIGAN: ACLU Applauds Michigan Lawmakers For Passing Criminal Legal Reform Legislation

The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan (ACLU) applauds state lawmakers for passing a series of bills that are critical to reforming Michigan's criminal legal system.

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY: Your COVID-19 vaccine questions answered by an expert

As the Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 begins to be administered across the nation this week, many of us have questions about the vaccine, its efficacy and what it means for how we continue to react to the pandemic.

UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY: Detroit Mercy, Wayne State co-hosting global conference exploring just environments

Experts from around the world will explore how research, design and relationships between people and environments contribute to the creation of justice when University of Detroit Mercy (Detroit Mercy) and Wayne State University co-host the Environmental Design Research Association’s (EDRA) 52nd annual conference May 19-23, 2021.

CITY OF DETROIT: Detroit’s yard waste collection to end weeks of December 21st and 28th

The City of Detroit Department of Public Works is set to wrap up this season's curbside yard waste collection during the weeks of December 21st and December 28th.

DETROIT MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS: Coping with Sadness

By Press release submission | Dec 14, 2020

Depression is a mood disorder that can affect how you think, feel, and function in day-to-day life.

CITY OF DETROIT: Mayor Duggan Names DPD Executive, Public Policy Expert Trisha Stein City’s New Chief of Staff

By Press release submission | Dec 14, 2020

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced the appointment of longtime public policy administrator

CITY OF DETROIT: New small business funding available from Michigan Economic Development Corporation

The Pure Michigan Small Business Relief Initiative will utilize federal CARES Act funding to provide $10 million in grants to meet the urgent need of Michigan small businesses disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 virus.

ACLU OF MICHIGAN: Keep Water On By Passing the Water Protection Act

With lives hanging in the balance, time is running out for the Michigan Legislature to pass a bill desperately needed to protect people throughout the state—especially during a global pandemic.

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY: Wayne State joins $10 million COVID-19 wastewater surveillance and testing project

Early detection of SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — can greatly aid public health officials in identifying and controlling surges of this highly infectious disease.

UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

May the timeless message of Christmas fill your heart and home with joy today and throughout the coming year.

CITY OF DETROIT: 185 DDOT buses outfitted with new safety barriers to protect drivers and passengers

As transit riders continue to utilize the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) service, they will notice a new feature on the bus, a state of the art protective barrier next to the driver’s seat.

DETROIT MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS: Celebration the season with a splash of color

The holidays are nearly here, and we would like to celebrate the season with a splash of color!

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CITY OF DETROIT: Detroit at Work 10,000 Opportunities – Construction and the Skilled Trades

Detroit At Work third's episode of 10,000 Opportunities

DETROITS PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY DISTRICT: Nortown Community Development Corporation issues call for artists

The Nortown Community Development Corporation is initiating its first call for art! NCDC is working on an art project at the historic Philetus W. Norris House located within the Village of Norris and is looking for local artists to contribute.

ACLU OF MICHIGAN: ACLU Statement on Secure, Transparent, and Accurate Election in Michigan

The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan (ACLU) issues the following statement regarding the Michigan Senate Oversight Committee’s hearing today:

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY: 'Black Workers in the Labor Movement' oral histories now available online