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What will be the Global Centre for Urban Transformation? (ft. Jeff Merritt, World Economic Forum)

Book Tower gets a "Roost," Fisher Building for Sale, Detroit City FC news w/ Fletcher Sharpe

Today's feature conversation is with Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw) on Detroit City FC's win over 1904 FC. He also tees up next week's match against Chicago House. But first, stories around town: A newly-minted Detroit Police Officer gets arrested just hours after he gets his badge for fighting in Greektown The Fisher Building is up for sale. Anyone want a skyscraper? The Book Tower has a new extended-say apartment concept for newly relocated Detroiters called "Roost." Which is funny to me because ...

Using Minecraft to teach kids; Plus 6 stories to know around town

Our feature conversation is about a Detroit-based company that’s created a Minecraft world to teach personal finance called Fintropolis. Also, through their "Moguls" program is working with Big Sean to diversify the finance industry. My guest is Andrea Brimmer from Ally. Stories around town: Interim Detroit Police Chief James White tapped to become permanent A new poll from EPIC/MRA and commissioned by the Freep shows (and you can read more results here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics...

6 Friday things to know around town w/ Devon O'Reilly

Today's rundown on a Friday, from the David Whitney Building across from Grand Circus Park: - Longtime city activist, commentator and so much more Steve Hood has died. Go read a far better piece by someone remembering his friend here: https://deadlinedetroit.com/articles/28509/detroit_tv_host_and_activist_steve_hood_who_often_knew_the_real_story_in_politics_dies_at_58 - The World Economic Forum is opening an innovation centre in Detroit. Devon notes it's a big deal. We'll have a future episode f...

Telling Detroit's story with maps (ft. Alex B. Hill)

"Detroit in 50 Maps" is a new book out this November. Alex B. Hill is the author and our guest, talking about the ways to tell Detroit's story with maps and what we can learn. Available for preorder here: https://beltpublishing.com/products/detroit-in-50-maps

Would you keep Cabrera's 500th homer ball? Discussing Untold: Malice at the Palace; DCFC Preview

Today's show covers three main topics: 00:42 - Fletcher Sharpe talks about Cal United and Detroit City FC's tie plus previews Saturday's game against SD 1904 02:32 - Jalen Green needs to sit down when it comes to Detroit-bashing. Devon O'Reilly joins Fletch to weigh in. 08:35- "Untold: Malice at the Palace" came out on Netflix. It's one of our listerners favorite topics, but it's in the news so we spend a few minutes on it. Devon labels it "propaganda." Fletcher was there. 15:41 - And finally, i...

Floods, mold, outages, or wind damaging your house? Tips + when to call in the pros

We have had a lot of bad weather lately in Metro Detroit. It's resulted in flooding, power outages, and wind damage. So what to do? Brian Thomas and Justin Miller of Paul Davis restoration join Jer to talk about dealing with flood damage, how to minimize your chances of power outages, dealing with mold, and more. It's pack full of tips and information on what you can do yourself to deal with everything and when you should consider calling a pro. If you want more info on our property restoration ...

Detroit population drops 10.5%; Supergeil quick look and more

Today: The city of Detroit's population is now 639,111 - a drop of 10.5% and far below what Census estimates had said. 800,000 in Metro Detroit without power and it will be days until it's restored. A Coca-Cola bottling plant is closing on West Warren and the operations moving to Grand Rapids. The Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association has a new survey out showing how bad the labor shortage is for them. Man About Town Devon O'Reilly checked out Supergeil and shares his thoughts and recommen...

410,000 without power; Detroit COVID cases up; Plus 6 stories around town

Show was delayed due to lack of power, but once we got the batteries plugged in, we were good to go. Our stories: 410k Metro Detroit houses were out of power in a snap thanks to a harsh thunderstorm that cause a lot of damage Wednesday. COVID cases have almost doubled in the city of Detroit and the city has strongly encourage indoor mask wearing. The city has a low vaccination rate. Statewide, we're pushing 1400 cases a day. Schools are going in all different directions, which is worrisome as th...

Development, Development, Development

Today's show is mostly about developments around town. - There are new plans for the State Fair Transit Center that would save the historic Dairy Cattle Building, but demolish all but the portico of the old Coliseum - Marwood + Marston is coming to the North End, an $18.2 million residential development with affordable housing - There's some progress over at the Eddystone. It overlooks Little Caesars Arena. - Barcade (the actual name-brand Barcade) will open on Selden later this August. - Is a b...

DCFC / Chicago House preview; Is Dan Campbell Ted Lasso? (ft. Fletcher Sharpe)

What to know + where to go in Metro Detroit

For the first time in 16 months, Man about town Devon O'Reilly is in studio to help talk about some interesting stories around town and highlight things to check out this weekend. Stories: COVID numbers are up in Metro Detroit: https://covidactnow.org/us/metro/detroit-warren-dearborn_mi/?s=21421067 Rocket Companies says employees need to be vaccinated or submit to weekly COVID tests Smalls in Hamtramck, Magic Bag in Ferndale and Marble Bar in Detroit are leading the pack with requiring vaccinati...

Detroit's Primary Election Results Unpacked (ft. Chase Cantrell)

Tuesday's primary election results in the city of Detroit turned some heads and created some interesting conversation on social media. After all, Mayor Mike Duggan pulled in 72% of the vote; and the hotly debated Proposal P fell to defeat by a 2-1 margin. To help unpack what all of it means and what we should be thinking about going forward, Chase Cantrell. He's the founder and executive director of Building Community Value and he has a real passion for how policy could improve the lives of Detr...

Planning for Detroit's future, together (ft. Antoine Bryant)

Antoine Bryant is Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's pick as Director of the Planning and Development Department. He stopped by the studio for a wide-ranging conversation on what he hopes to bring to the table; and his ideas for the department to be visible in and include all of Detroit's neighborhoods. Support our show, members are crucial to keeping us on the air: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

The next COVID battle is already here

Although cases are lower than areas right now, the path isn't looking good. Soon we'll be in another COVID outbreak - along with hospitalizations - thanks to the Delta variant and a high percentage of unvaccinated people who are vulnerable to getting catastrophically sick. With just 40 percent of city residents vaccinated and less than half of state of Michigan citizens, we're in for a rough time with the Delta variant that spreads faster. To help get us ready, educator and nurse John Campbell j...

Carl Levin remembered; Cade to Detroit; College vaccine mandates; New DHOP

Carl Levin has passed at the age of 87. Jer has thoughts from interviewing him and his memoir, "To the Heart of the Matter." Jer also penned this piece in March for Hour Detroit: https://www.hourdetroit.com/political-topics/carl-levin-isnt-giving-up-on-american-democracy/ Also: Both U of M and MSU are mandating vaccines for students, faculty and staff this August. It's expected smaller schools may follow. Cade Cunningham is a Detroit Piston, and he has buffs There's a new Detroit House of Pancak...

7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit

We cover seven stories to know around town from rising COVID cases to new developments to things to go check out in the next few days. - COVID cases are on the rise as the Delta variant spreads - Ford confirms their ION battery park and is making progress in the electric market - DT Midstream puts their HQ in the Ally building in downtown Detroit - A row of 12 townhouse units on Porter street in Detroit get new life, with some being set as affordable units. The building was built in about 1917. ...

Detroit Councilman charged; Water authority CEO resigns, but what next? Plus, what if the Pistons don't take Cade?

Three stories: 1) Detroit City Council member Andre Spivey has been charged with conspiracy to commit bribery over an alleged $35,000 accepted between him and a staff member. 2) The Great Lakes Water Authority CEO, Sue McCormick, is resigning. And although many people will be pleased by the news, I outline why whoever is in that job in the future has a tough road ahead. 3) Finally, Fletcher Sharpe stops in to talk about the Pistons and rumors they might not take Cade Cunningham first in the NBA ...

The Underground Tunnels Time Forgot

What do you do to handle traffic before there were traffic signals everywhere? Build a tunnel to safely get people across the street, of course! That's what Highland Park did in the 1920s and we tell the story of these forgotten tunnels that look like the entrance to subways stations - and the context of the city they were built in. Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

NFL COVID Memo thoughts, Tigers win 7 in a row; MLS drawbacks w/ Fletcher Sharpe

On today's podcast, Fletcher Sharpe is in studio. We talk about the COVID memo outlining punishments for teams that forfeit games to due to unvaccinated, COVID-positive players. The Tigers have a seven game winning streak. Plus, we've talked to fans who think Detroit City FC should be in Major League Soccer. Fletcher outlines why you might not want that to happen and why you should support the team now instead of later.

Michigan keeps Fed unemployment benefits; Detroit development speculation; Things to do around town

4 Stories To Know; Plus Robert Courtney's Post-COVID Business + Marketing Tips

Robert Courtney is our guest today as we talk about business and marketing tips for the world after COVID as the pandemic recedes. More on Robert here: https://www.robertcourtneyandassociates.com/ Plus headlines: Reports say Ford may have computer chip modules installed by dealers to help alleviate supply chain problems that are hurting the company More: https://www.autonews.com/dealers/ford-weighs-shipping-vehicles-missing-chips-dealerships-finish Vault of Midnight is moving from downtown Detro...

Discussing Warren's Proposed New Downtown; Royal Oak Drinking District Opens; Archer Greenway

Today's feature conversation is about a proposed downtown Warren concept, that would transform land next to Warren's city hall into a hotel, 500 apartments, dining and restaurants. To discuss it and the merits of the project from his perspective, David Gifford joins us. He's a Warren resident and runs Transit Guide Detroit on Twitter. Plus some news stories around town: We now have the cost to rebuild I-75 in Troy, plus how long it's going to take. The new greenway that will be finished later th...

Meet Crème Brûlée Detroit; UM Innovation Speculation; Major Disaster Declared

Our feature conversation is with Katrina Wilson, owner of Crème Brûlée Detroit, a new three-story luxury salon in New Center. We have a wide-ranging conversation about the business, changes in the city and the future. Online at: https://cremebruleedetroit.com/ Plus - President Joe Biden has declared a Major Disaster in Wayne and Washtenaw Counties; and some wild speculation as we've all learned that the University of Michigan Innovation Center may end up in the Ilitch-owned District Detroit (a d...

Echoes Of The Pandemic Are Changing Plans In Detroit

Today: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talks about the changes the pandemic has brought, especially with projects that were offices possibly becoming residential, among other topics. As the pandemic recedes, childcare is the number one reason people aren't returning to work. Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II outlines the desire for a childcare accelerator and his concern about getting people vaccinated. I-75 got toasted in Troy by a tanker and will need serious repairs, possibly slowing and snar...

Motor City Brewing Works Opens On Livernois; 4 Things To Know Around Town

7 Things to Know Around Metro Detroit; Previewing the Detroit Policy Conference

Seven stories to know around town, plus Devon stops by to preview what he's been working on at the Detroit Policy Conference. - There's a new contract between the city of Detroit and the Firefighters Association. It comes with raises and changes. - A former Macomb County Prosecutor is facing 10 felony charges and the preliminary exam started today - A boutique in Auburn Hills is in hot water after what their Vice President said in an email to a job applicant - There's a setback for advancing LGB...

The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House Gets A Major Upgrade

Edsel Ford is one of my favorite characters from Detroit's history, and I often wonder what would have happened if he hadn't died early of stomach cancer in 1943. If you've seen a Lincoln Continental - you can thank Edsel. If you've seen a Ford in general, he saved the company convincing his attached-to-the-past father to produce the Model A. And this doesn't even begin to get into Edsel's numerous civic works that have left a mark on our region for generations. Been to the Rivera court at the D...

Detroit City FC Wins Title; Flooding Closes Main Library; 4 Stories Around Town

On today's show: Flooding closes Detroit's Main Branch to close until at least Labor Day The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center reopens July 16th A Detroit Firefighter is killed in a road rage incident in Troy The Detroit Institute of Arts has hired a new Diversity and Inclusion Director For our feature conversation, Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw) joins us to break down Detroit City FC's Championship win over the LA Force and things to look forward to next season starting in August. Also, the Tigers have...

Meet The Vegetarian Detroit Podcast; Previewing DCFC's Championship Final