Famous Detroit home of civil rights hero Ossian Sweet spared from blaze
The east-side home was the site of a famous confrontation between a black family and a violent white mob.
Expert: Rivalry between rappers requires intervention within own culture
“This is much more than simply gangs. It is a counterculture that has evolved for the past half century.”
Auction house estimates value of DIA artwork between $452M-$866M
The DIA artwork is at risk as the city wends its way through bankruptcy.
Detroit police try to broker peaceful resolution between rivaling rappers
Fans continue to threaten each other with violence.
Documentary airs tonight on Detroit TV’s fascinating, unforgettable history
The 2-hour special will transport you through the lens of public television as never seen before.
Leaning, iconic spire may vanish from Detroit skyline
The towering spire of St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church is one of the most visible landmarks along I-75 near downtown Detroit.
Detroit rappers take credit for brutal assault, robbery of Doughboyz star
Fans pledge retaliation, stoking fears of another rivalry between east-side and west-side rappers.
Bloodshed feared after Detroit rapper beat unconscious (video)
Wednesday’s attack triggered unusually candid social media comments about retaliation.
Thanksgiving blaze destroys 4th Heidelberg Project house in 2 months
An arsonist was seen running from the burning home on Detroit’s east side.
What houses are left at the Heidelberg Project? Take a look (photos)
Heidelberg Project creator Tyree Guyton wanted to brighten up the blight.