The Detroit Evening Report
The Detroit Evening Report

The Detroit Evening Report

The Detroit Evening Report is a three-minute daily round-up of the news that city residents need to know. Stories focus on the concerns, problems, passions and needs of Detroiters – specifically residents of color. On the weekends, we take a break from the news and spend some time with community members. Hosted by Sascha Raiyn, Jerome Vaughn, Tia Graham, Nargis Rahman, and Hernz Laguerre, Jr. Detroit Evening Report is a production of WDET, Detroit's NPR Station.

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Former Michigan AG Mike Cox announces bid for governorAdam Hollier launches third Congressional bid to unseat Thanedar in DetroitU-M report finds most older adults concerned about climate and health

U-M report finds most older adults concerned about climate and health

The National Poll on Healthy Aging has released new data regarding how climate change and extreme weather impact health for adults 50 and up.

Plus, the Michigan Attorney General’s Office has launched a new form for residents to report social security benefit disruptions.

Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

Target protest planned in Southfield amid retailer's DEI rollback

Target protest planned in Southfield amid retailer's DEI rollback

Faith leaders, community organizers and civil rights advocates will rally outside of Southfield’s Target store tomorrow April 12, according to nonprofit organization Michigan United Action. The rally is in response to the Target Corporation reversing its commitment to diversity equity and inclusion measures.

Plus, Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud is set to deliver his second State of the City address on April 15 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. 

MyFlight breaks ground on new aviation headquarters in Detroit

MyFlight breaks ground on new aviation headquarters in Detroit

Michigan-based helicopter tour company, MyFlight, celebrated a groundbreaking for its new headquarters in Detroit on Wednesday. The 12,000-square-foot building will be at the Coleman A Young Municipal Airport. It’s the first new commercial development at the site in 60 years. 

Plus, the city of Dearborn reported a 34% drop of overdoses and six fewer deaths from overdose for the years 2023-2024.

Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

Detroit casinos report $117M in revenue last month

Detroit casinos report $117M in revenue last month

Detroit’s three casinos brought in more than $117 million in revenue last month. That’s down slightly from March 2024. MGM Grand retained the top spot in Detroit, controlling 46% of the market. MotorCity Casino was second with 31%, followed by Hollywood Casino at Greektown with 23% of the market. 

Plus, Wayne County Executive Warren Evans delivers his annual State of the County address Wednesday night.

Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

Federal government revokes visas for international students at WSU, universities nationwideThousands join 'Hands Off!' demonstrations in Detroit and beyondWayne State receives $50M gift, largest in university's historyAttorney Todd Perkins enters Detroit mayoral race
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