ESL class at the Chaldean Community Foundation

Help for new arrivals to metro Detroit

Despite its name, the Chaldean Community Foundation has served clients from 59 different countries with citizenship classes, immigration assistance, and more. Programs are aimed at helping people navigate systems so they can feel at home in heir newly adopted country.

Danielle Atkinson, founder and national director of Mothering Justice, has been instrumental in advocating for paid leave in Michigan.
Paid sick leave and family leave are moving forward in Michigan. Here’s what’s next.

For more than a decade, Michigan advocacy groups and some legislators have been working to expand paid leave from work for Michiganders – and this year, their efforts are paying off in two major ways.

Keep Going: Zeke Johnson encourages locals with new running club

Zeke Johnson's Keep Going Running Club encourages people of all fitness levels to join the running community.

Tim Murray’s ‘Witches’ brew:

Touring comedian – whose recent marriage was the subject of a New York Times piece – talks about his complicated love for his hometown and how hiding his sexuality growing up helped inspire his current act.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio faces funding shortfall:

Although Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio has been forced to open fewer sites this school year due to an unexpected loss in federal funding, four locations in Erie and Huron counties will remain open this fall.

Geeking out over Grummans:

Owners and admirers of company’s vintage aircraft will spend a week at Erie-Ottawa International Airport talking shop at annual GOPA convention.

Northern Lakes CMH's behavioral health homes serve residents of six Northern Michigan counties.
Behavioral Health Homes: A transformative approach in Michigan

Behavioral health homes provide holistic care that addresses both the physical and mental health needs of individuals, ensuring a coordinated and patient-centered approach. 

Immunizations have long spared Michiganders from disease and death

In March 2024, Michigan experienced its first confirmed case of measles since 2019, reporting five unrelated cases throughout the state as of April 10. These cases were only some of many throughout sixteen other states, leading public health officials across Michigan to quickly respond.

Hero Walk family team
Autism Hero Walk raises funds while raising awareness

Promoted as "Michigan's largest gathering of the autistic community — 6,000+ families and autistic persons coming together to celebrate everyday superheroes,” The Autism Hero Walk takes place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.

Fourth Estate acquires Issue Media Group

Network of local news outlets will continue two-decade legacy of community-driven journalism.

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