Jan. 20, 1986: MLK Day observed for the first time
The holiday was initially proposed by Rep. John Conyers (D., MI) and Sen. Edward Brooke (D., Mass) in 1979.
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.
Murder of transgender woman spurs anger, questions
Equality Michigan demands an investigation into the murder of a transgendered woman of color whose body was found last week in Detroit.
Live Blog: Detroit battles arsons on Angels’ Night, Halloween
The cash-strapped Detroit Fire Department is expected to respond to dozens of arsons as Angels’ Night gets underway. We’ll monitor the action and provide up-to-the-minute updates on every reported fire.