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We've reported several times about the state's plan to rebuild Interstate 375 as a grade-level boulevard complete with bike lanes, sidewalks, streetscaping and new buildable real estate. Now,  Crain's  reports  the plan has been inexplicably iced to at least 2027, unless Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan can convince officials not to delay it. On today's show, we also discuss Ferndale's nifty new drive-th...

Hamtramck is the most population-dense - and possibly the most ethnically diverse - city in Michigan. But in its history has never passed a bond to support their schools. Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed joins me to talk about why she thinks the time is now, and what could be the oldest functioning elementary school in the state. Plus - You might think that during a pandemic...

Welp. Operation LeGend, the Trump administration's name for sending federal troops to cities to impose law and order that aren't asking for any help, will come to Detroit after all. Sometime in the next three weeks, the latest news has it, heavily armed, camouflaged federal troops will descend on the Motor City. Recall that yesterday, Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James Craig said basically,...

Earlier this week, we told you about how President Trump casually mentioned the idea of sending in federal troops to cities including Detroit ("all run by liberal Democrats," he sniffed), like he has done to quell protests in Portland, Ore. Yeah, well Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James Craig have basically said thanks no thanks, we got it. "The Detroit Police Department has had the support o...

Laura Khalil. She's an experienced business coach and speaker who's worked with brands big and small. Plus, she's the host of the Brave By Design podcast. You can that find here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brave-by-design/id1494575902 She has some no-nonsense advice to help get through this ongoing Coronavirus crisis.  After all, it's going to be here awhile. We also talk about the impl...

On today's show: A daily Coronavirus status update and the Governor says we're at a "turning point." President Donald Trump says that Federal officers may be coming to Detroit and other "liberal Democrat" cities. This could be really bad. Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland has been charged with felony misconduct in office, and resists resigning.  GM is rolling out an electric pickup. Will people...

Today's episode dives into Dan Gilbert's Quicken Loans - or Rocket Companies, as they're going to be called moving forward - filing for an initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange. Our guest expert is Erik Gordon, a professor at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. He helps unpack what's happening now and what's next. It's not often that happens in Metro Detroit, so...

Today's show is a break from the serious content as of late to enjoy some Michigan-made hard seltzers. After all, while we're socially distancing, we might want something to drink in our backyards. You don't have to imbibe White Claw for low-carb, fizzy alcoholic drinks. Why not support local companies? Of course, everyone knows White Claw. But how do our local options from across the mitten state...

On today's show: Coronavirus is back with a vengeance, and the governor says we're at a turning point with the pandemic in Michigan. Even Tom Izzo is in the Mask Up Michigan game. Fiat Chrysler and PSA Group of France announced a new name for the combined company, "Stellantis." Detroit City FC Women's soccer kicks off Friday. Fletcher Sharpe joins us for more. And a story of making a difference on...

Ford finally unveiled the Bronco Family of three, new off-road SUVs on Monday, resuscitating the Bronco nameplate after more than 20 years in the wilderness via a  series of videos . Here's how Greg Migliore, editor-in-chief of  Autoblog , described it to us: "It was genuinely an exciting moment for Ford, for enthusiasts and for the auto industry. I think almost everybody I know who is into cars,...

Big news in Detroit business as Manuel "Matty" Moroun, the self-made Arab-American billionaire trucking magnate and Ambassador Bridge owner, has died at the age of 93. Moroun leaves behind a complicated legacy in Detroit, rising from the son of Lebanese immigrants to a man known for throwing around lavish campaign contributions to politicians, defying government orders and for his non-stewardship...

We usually like to send you off on your merry weekend with lighthearted fare, but unfortunately, the coronavirus has roared back, and it literally touches everything about modern life. But the good news is, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer did not use her Thursday news conference to order a return to stay-at-home quarantine for Michigan. Yet. But she really, really wants you to wear a damn mask (our words no...

We've talked about auto insurance reform in Michigan a few times on this show. I can remember back to a beautiful day on the porch of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac a little over a year ago, when I was with Governor Gretchen Whitmer and our legislative leaders who were hailing a deal that was supposed to save Michiganders money - which is a top concern among residents as we in Detroit and statewide p...

Daily Detroit has learned that Chipotle Mexican Grill, the fast-casual chain known for its burritos and bowls, is planning to open a new location on Woodward Avenue in Ferndale this fall. A spokeswoman tells us the new store will open at 23123 Woodward Ave., on the corner of Cambourne Street, in the site of a former Dickey's Barbecue Pit, which recently closed. Rumors about a new Chipotle had been...

Coronavirus Updates (and Detroit City Hall opens for some in-person services) Bronco launches Lincoln Continental fades away A Detroit City Council Staffer is dead in an apparent murder-suicide A group erects a billboard outside of Livonia to call out police practices Republicans lose challenge to the new anti-gerrymandering laws Petition language approves to curtail Whitmer's executive power And...

On today's show: We track the state's official COVID-19 numbers, plus highlight a new tool to look at the situation by county across the nation from the Harvard Global Health Institute. This will help us understand things better as Michigan is a geographically large state.  Look up your county: https://globalepidemics.org/ Karen Dybis stops by virtually to talk about the Detroit Kite Festival comi...

Welcome to the holiday weekend, everybody. This is certainly a strange one, with coronavirus numbers once again on the upswing in Michigan and across much of the country, adding a complicated wrinkle to what is normally one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. On today's show, we make a house call to our friend Dr. Paul Thomas, founder of Plum Health Direct Primary Care in Detroit, for help...

On today's Daily Detroit: Indoor bars across the lower half of Michigan have been ordered closed because of the coronavirus uptick. Plus: A conversation with Jarrett Schlaff, co-founder of Pingree Detroit. Their worker-owned business has some big news from a pivot - one of the recurring themes of these Coronavirus times - and they're expanding. He joins us for more. And Journalist Tiffany Esshaki...

On today's show: A Coronavirus update, with new numbers and school start guidelines. A University of Michigan study says 1/3rd of parents will keep their kids home when the school year starts. Slaveholding former Michigan Governor and Senator Lewis Cass - his name is no longer on a state office building. It's now named after two representatives that fought for civil rights. Dearborn removes signs...

Hello Detroit. I'm back from Michigan's vacation wonderland and here to report about the efforts that many vacationers appear not to be taking to safeguard themselves and others against the coronavirus. Based on my experience, I'd recommend limiting your visits to businesses and other public spaces if you're planning to head Up North. And wear a mask! Other things you'll hear on today's show: The...

When we can, it's important to take a break. To have something fun, to help us get away mentally from what's going on. So today, a tasting of Anteel, a Detroit-based Tequila brand - then a conversation with their co-founder, Don Ferguson.

Three segments today: First, local Coronavirus news. Cases are up, gyms are angry they can't open, the DIA is reopening, a local drive-in movie theater takes top spot in the nation, and the city of Detroit is going to crack down on n'er do wells when it comes to bars and restaurants. Then, Eater Detroit's Brenna Houck joins us to talk about progress with To-Go cocktails as well as how restaurants...

Today's show is in two parts. First, electric automaker Rivian is moving their future operations to Irvine California. This is a big blow to investment and future jobs in our state and region. Jer breaks down the story and talks about why we need to stop promoting yes-man slappys, and make some structural changes to how business is done in Metro Detroit and the state to be competitive. And that me...

On today's show: Martha Firestone Ford steps aside as owner of the Detroit Lions, daughter Sheila Ford Hamp takes over. Gyms are reopening Friday, despite what the Governor would want. What are the most American made car brands and automakers? The answers might surprise you. Dr. Paul Thomas joins us to talk about the continued need to stay smartly vigilant about the Coronavirus and wear masks. The...

For Monday: Local news around town including the latest Coronavirus numbers according to the state. Plus: The New York Times reports that Detroit was a center of Federal aerial surveillance during the protests. More: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/19/us/politics/george-floyd-protests-surveillance.html You now need a pass to get into Michigan state parks. An update on Shelby Townships' new Chick-F...