Tiff Massey poses with a Cadillac to promote her exhibition about metalsmithing, jewelry and the city’s streets. Detroit Institute of the Arts by Samantha Noël, Wayne State University “7 Mile + Livernois” at the Detroit Institute of Arts celebrates Detroit as a place for Black women to live and create by elevating both the work of the featured artist, Tiff Massey, and the community from which she comes. The exhibition draws attention to how Detroit is represented in the national – and even global – imagination. As an art historian who specializes in modern

In a city renowned for its resilience and reinvention, Annette Anderson stands out as a catalyst for change. On city billboards and commercials, a devoted mother, skilled nurse, and ambitious entrepreneur, Anderson has woven her passions into 1st Step Healthcare Training, a transformative hub for healthcare education in Detroit. With the support of Motor City Match, Black Business Alliance and QT Business Solutions she has built more than just a business; she’s created a community where aspiring healthcare workers find not only training but a pathway to meaningful

Dana Frank, shares highlights and lessons learned from entrepreneurial father Gerald Frank and her late uncle, the famed music producer Quincy Jones, whose influences remain an enduring part of her life By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Dana Frank’s new book, Get Up and Get On It! A Black Entrepreneur’s Lessons on Creating Legacy, offers a rich, detailed look into her family’s journey of building generational wealth and overcoming adversity. The book highlights Frank’s father, Gerald Frank, who left Detroit at 18 in 1950, determined to escape Jim

Representative John James has clinched re-election in Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, a race that was fiercely contested and closely followed as a key race in the state. His victory not only reinforces his position as Michigan’s only Black member in the U.S. House of Representatives but also signals a strong endorsement of his legislative agenda and appeal across a district known for its electoral volatility. In a rematch from 2022, incumbent Republican Rep. John James defeated Democratic Party challenger Carl Marlinga in Michigan's 10th Congressional District. James defeated Marlinga

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to appoint Melia Howard as the city’s new Deputy Mayor brings a new chapter for community leadership. Howard steps into this role after years of service as Director of Community Engagement. Her work has consistently placed residents at the center of Detroit’s development efforts. With Todd Bettison now moving to serve as Interim Police Chief, Howard assumes the Deputy Mayor position as the second woman in the city’s history to hold this title. Her appointment represents a commitment to making sure Detroiters’

Detroit’s legacy of powerful community-centered journalism continues with Erin Perry’s appointment as Editor-in-Chief at Outlier Media. As a native Detroiter and experienced media leader, Perry stands ready to uphold the organization’s mission: delivering news that speaks to the heart of the community, the people of Detroit. This moment, both a reflection of the city’s deep-rooted media legacy and its future, comes as Sarah Alvarez, founder of Outlier Media, transitions out of the Editor-in-Chief role she has held since the organization’s inception. Perry’s journey to this leadership position began

Mayor Mike Duggan has appointed Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison as the Interim Chief of Police for the Detroit Police Department (DPD), following the announcement of Chief James E. White’s upcoming departure. White, who has served Detroit for three years as Chief, will leave the department to become the new CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. As Interim Chief, Bettison will step into a role where he brings extensive law enforcement experience and deep-rooted community relationships. Todd Bettison’s career with DPD spans over 27 years, beginning as

Photos by Monica Morgan Photography In a city that is nearly 80 percent Black, it shouldn’t be a surprise to hear that some of Detroit’s most hallowed institutions and organizations have Black leaders at the helm. But when reality sets in and the layers get peeled back, it’s easier to see that despite the demographic makeup of the residents, many of these institutions have been slow to call on Black women and men to lead. Certainly, there are Black leaders across all spectrums – business, law enforcement, nonprofit, education,

Garlin Gilchrist stands rooted in Detroit’s story, deeply connected to the lives of its residents. Born and raised in the city, Michigan’s Lieutenant Governor reflects the spirit of its people. As the upcoming election approaches, Gilchrist speaks directly to the communities that have often been left out of the political conversation. Detroiters, especially Black Detroiters, know that their vote has the power to shift the direction of this state and the policies that impact their neighborhoods. For Gilchrist, this election represents more than just political positioning—it’s about accountability.