Will new MiLEAP policies better support small and home-based child care spaces?
Licensing updates and funding strategies aim to strengthen quality, stabilize providers, and expand access to child care.
Farmington’s focus on public art fosters economic growth
The City of Farmington's collaborations support its vision of leveraging public art as an economic driver.
How Housing First stabilizes mental health
Without stable housing, meaningful mental health treatment is nearly impossible.
Fresh transit tactics increase ridership
Tampa City Council's pragmatic approach for improving service and growing ridership on HART Route 1 is producing results.
The original ‘wine moms’ are in Ohio. They’re mobilizing to support Haitians in Springfield.
Katie Paris founded Red, Wine & Blue to harness suburban women's political power — now more than 600,000 members are deploying it to oppose ICE in their communities.
Health equity, representation drive Detroit dentist’s mission
Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care.
Michigan residents grapple with fear, rights, and how to protect neighbors
A packed public forum gave residents the opportunity learn their rights, discuss safety, and organize community response amid growing fears of ICE activity.
What’s at stake for young families: Early childhood policy after the 2026 election
Anne Kuhnen, MLPP Kids Count policy director weighs in on early childhood education after the '26 gubernatorial election.
Social determinants of health and whole-person care
Mental health care cannot be effective or sustainable unless people to feel safe, stable, and supported.
How nonprofits are responding to a labor shortage while leading inclusion
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.
