NEIGHBORHOODS

The latest neighborhoods coverage from Detroit and Metro Detroit.

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Woodhaven Train Crossing Fix: Metro Detroit Road Project

A major road project in Woodhaven aims to solve years of traffic delays caused by freight train crossings that bottleneck the downriver Detroit community.

Marcus Cole | March 24, 2026

Busy city street with traffic and buildings representing community legacy

Taylor Co-Founder Dies at 90, City Plans Memorial

Taylor City Hall lowers flags to half-staff following the death of a co-founder at age 90. Public memorial service planned for the community.

By Marcus Cole | March 22, 2026

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Lighthouse Pontiac Expands Emergency Family Shelter

Lighthouse of Oakland County doubles bed capacity at its emergency family shelter in Pontiac to better serve homeless families during major renovation.

By Marcus Cole | March 20, 2026

Downtown Detroit cityscape where community rallies take place

Iranian Americans Rally in Detroit Over Iran Military Campaign

Detroit's Iranian American community splits into opposing rallies supporting and opposing Trump-Netanyahu military campaign against Iran.

By Marcus Cole | March 16, 2026

Boston-Edison Historic District Launches Walking Tour App Showcasing Architectural Heritage

Boston-Edison launches free walking tour app featuring 47 historic properties, architectural details, and augmented reality overlays of the neighborhood's Victo

By Marcus Cole | March 11, 2026

North End Community Breaks Ground on New Mixed-Use Development at Oakland and Holbrook

North End residents celebrate groundbreaking of 185-unit mixed-use development at Oakland and Holbrook featuring 52 affordable units and a public plaza.

By Marcus Cole | March 7, 2026

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Woodbridge Neighborhood Association Wins National Award for Community-Led Revitalization

Woodbridge Neighborhood Association wins national award for balancing community revitalization with affordable housing and cultural preservation.

By Marcus Cole | March 4, 2026

Palmer Park Apartment Buildings Getting $30 Million Restoration

Mercury Development announces $30 million restoration of six historic Palmer Park apartment buildings with nearly 280 units, preserving affordability for curren

By Marcus Cole | February 26, 2026

Southwest Detroit's Clark Park Gets $8 Million Renovation Including New Ice Rink

Clark Park in Southwest Detroit will receive an $8 million renovation including a new ice skating rink, renovated sports facilities, and expanded amenities begi

By Marcus Cole | February 19, 2026

Indian Village Home Tour Raises $250,000 for Historic Preservation

The Indian Village Association's home tour drew 1,200 visitors and raised $250,000 for preservation of Detroit's historic residential neighborhood.

By Marcus Cole | February 12, 2026

Livernois Avenue of Fashion Revitalization Brings 12 New Storefronts

Twelve fashion-focused storefronts are opening on Livernois Avenue in Detroit, marking a $4.2 million revitalization of the historic shopping district.

By Marcus Cole | February 5, 2026

Grandmont Rosedale Community Celebrates 50th Annual Winter Block Party

Grandmont Rosedale celebrates five decades of winter community gathering as hundreds of residents brave cold temperatures for tradition that strengthened neighb

By Marcus Cole | January 30, 2026

Eastern Market Completes $15 Million Shed Renovation, Adds Year-Round Indoor Space

Eastern Market reopens Shed 2 after $15 million renovation, adding year-round indoor space and transforming Detroit's iconic market into a climate-controlled de

By Marcus Cole | January 16, 2026

Corktown's Michigan Central Station Announces First Wave of Office Tenants

Michigan Central Station lands first major office tenants including Masco Ventures, Guidehouse, and SmithGroup JJR, totaling 85,000 square feet in the restored

By Marcus Cole | January 8, 2026