Coverage of people and works undertaken by local government and nonprofits that provide innovative solutions for the community. State government projects are also included.
The Nottawaseppi Band of the Huron Potawatomi received a $900,000 federal grant to combat human trafficking in Indian Country through undercover operations, victim-centered interventions, and collaborative efforts with local law enforcement along Michigan's I-94 corridor.
People who feel their voice matters are healthier and empowered. As divisions nationally appear to become deeper, this series, part of the larger Health Justice in Action project, examines efforts to make voices heard and improve community connections.
Licensing updates and funding strategies aim to strengthen quality, stabilize providers, and expand access to child care.
The City of Farmington's collaborations support its vision of leveraging public art as an economic driver.
Three organizations demonstrate the lesson that employment that lasts does not begin at the moment of hire. It begins earlier with time, structure and intention.
Michigan's many gubernatorial candidates offer a variety of approaches to early childhood education.
Long-term perspective keeps Hope Starts Here imperatives relevant despite policy changes.
Home to 1,351 residents, village measuring one square mile has a thriving downtown.
With thousands of intersections to manage and limited staff, cities face a data challenge. Volunteer walk audits may offer a way to fill in the gaps.
With Delta Dental Foundation’s support, The Davies Project, based in Lansing, removes transportation barriers, helping families access dental care as well as critical medical appointments for seriously and chronically ill children and expectant women.
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