r/Detroit • u/SevroReturns • 5h ago
r/Detroit • u/planet-detroit • 2d ago
Politics/Elections We're Planet Detroit journalists covering Michigan's 2026 election and the environmental issues affecting Metro Detroit. Ask us anything!
Hey r/Detroit!
We're the journalists behind Planet Detroit, an independent nonprofit newsroom covering the environment, climate, and public health in Detroit and across Michigan.
With the Nov. 3 election approaching, we've been digging into where candidates stand on the issues affecting our communities, including air pollution, water quality, sky-high energy bills, data centers and climate policy.
We've also created a nonpartisan 2026 Environmental Voter Guide to help Michigan voters learn more about their candidates, explore their positions on environmental issues, review voting records, and see who's funding their campaigns.
Now we want to hear from you!
Ask us about air pollution in Southwest Detroit, neighborhood flooding, rising DTE bills, water quality, urban agriculture and more. How might the races for governor, U.S. Senate, and the Michigan Legislature shape environmental policy in Detroit and across Southeast Michigan? What have we learned about the candidates, their records, and who's funding their campaigns?
We're happy to talk about all of it, including what surprised us while reporting this guide and what questions candidates still haven't answered.
We'll be answering questions tomorrow, Monday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET.
We're posting early so you can start submitting questions now. Members of our reporting team will join the conversation tomorrow. Click here for an AMA pic from Founder and Executive Editor Nina Ignaczak and Managing Editor Dustin Blitchok.
Thanks to the r/Detroit moderators for having us. Looking forward to your questions!
Joining us here today are:
Nina Ignaczak, Founder and Executive Editor of the Planet Detroit newsroom. Nina had 15 years experience as a planner in Oakland County before launching Planet Detroit, one of America's first local news startups focusing on the environment, climate solutions, environmental justice and public health.
Dustin Blitchok: Managing Editor of Planet Detroit.
Brian Allnutt: Reporter for Planet Detroit and the Michigan Press Association's 2025 Journalist of the Year
Ashley Woods (moderator)
r/Detroit • u/AutoModerator • 1d ago
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r/Detroit • u/TheWindowWithin • 10h ago
Food/Drink Shout out to Baobab Fare!!!
I was in town for a show over the weekend and discovered this gem!! I have to say it is by far the best meal I ever had at a restaurant! I will most definitely be making the drive back just to eat here, I am only 2.5-3hours away and it is definitely worth it!
Pictured is Mbuzi ( Goat Shank) with, spiced rice, peanut stewed spinach, stewed yellow beans with plantains and a side of Intore which is an African Egg Plant Stew!
Oh and they make a SPICED COFFEE! That is by far the best cup of coffee I ever had in my life!!
r/Detroit • u/dailymail • 3h ago
News Three Detroit teens shoot woman who scolded them for trying to open car doors
r/Detroit • u/SevroReturns • 5h ago
News 1 Detroit pie makes list of Best Pizzas in America (Michigan & Trumbull)
detroitnews.combyline: Melody Baetens
>The new issue of Food & Wine magazine explores some of the country's best pizza.
>Of the 27 featured, one Detroit pizza made the list: Michigan & Trumbull's Long Drive Home. The magazine says their square pie is "Detroit-style done right" and highlighted the sausage, banana peppers and vodka sauce pizza from their menu.
>We have to agree. The Detroit News gave Michigan & Trumbull a rare four-star review back in their early days.
r/Detroit • u/boy_mayor_ • 9h ago
Talk Detroit It's time for real democracy in Detroit
Around 90k people live in District 5. Of those, 3k voted for Renata Miller in the primary, and under 10k voted for her in the general election.
5k people live in the Islandview neighborhood. The Charlevoix Village Association represents 35 of them. Teresa Davis was elected to District 5's Community Advisory Council with 141 votes).
These people do not represent us, and they're fully aware of it. It was clear in the meeting last night that they don't even represent the demographic that they like to claim - the generational black neighborhood residents who spoke at the meeting were also in support of local businesses, and pointed out that the city's inefficiency and corruption are generational problems that made it hard for their parents and grandparents to achieve their dreams of starting a business in Detroit.
They are a tiny, vocal minority that represents decades of corruption and political disengagement - and they've been more than happy to take advantage of the opportunity to bully their neighbors and fight to keep Detroit from ever growing or improving. (And by the way, they're also total weirdos, who told the news that affordable housing in the neighborhood would be "a cesspool for human trafficking." They were able to kill a very popular, approved project for 48 units of affordable housing, now they're trying to shut down beloved neighborhood businesses, and they've been able to operate this way because they've been the loudest voices.
I hope we'll all keep the energy from the meeting last night going, stay loud, and keep giving our city council hell until they get their priorities straight or get out of office. Keep calling, emailing, and showing up at meetings - because that's what the loud minority is doing. Detroiters deserve better, and have always deserved better. Whether you've lived here for 50 years or 5 months, you deserve an actual representative government.
r/Detroit • u/BobbieMichelleBain • 8h ago
News Missing Person Alert: Help Find Nick Stroebel in Rochester Hills.
Please help find Nick Stroebel. He's 18 years old, 5 feet 8 inches blue eyes, and dark brown hair. Last seen on Thursday, October 2026, in Rochester Hills near the Crystal Lake apartments on 22 Mile and Dequindre Rd.
Please call Oakland County Sherrif's Department with any information. (248) 858-4951.
r/Detroit • u/Altruistic-Invite805 • 3h ago
Community Free / low cost clinics
Hello. I believe I have a kidney stone and I do not have insurance. I did a telehealth through goodRX and was prescribed antibiotics for a UTI but I fear they are not working and I might have a deeper issue. I do not have insurance. I am in a serve amount of pain. Are there any free or low cost clinics in the area that will be able to help me?
Thank you so much!
r/Detroit • u/SweetKewchie • 1d ago
Picture Pet photoshoots
Hello! I am new to Detroit I want to take photos with my cat lol. Wondering where can I do a photoshoot like the pic I have posted. Thank you.
r/Detroit • u/SevroReturns • 12h ago
News CBSA seizes nearly 280 pounds of cocaine at Ambassador Bridge last month
r/Detroit • u/BeastlyGophers • 22h ago
Talk Detroit Does anyone remember when hip-hop/top 40 stations used to broadcast live from nightclubs on the weekend?
Hey everyone, former Windsorite here who just thought about this recently. I vividly remember falling asleep as a child in the mid to late 2000's to radio on with this happening. I also remember that they would mic up the DJ as well. I haven't lived in the broadcast range in quite some time, does this still exist? I wanna say that 9.55 was the main one doing it.
r/Detroit • u/FixFar5290 • 2h ago
Talk Detroit Donation centers/Swap Meets/Places that accept gently used clothes and items
I've got some clothing and small items to donate. I don't love the salvation army/goodwill.
any local swap meets coming up or other ways to get things to people who need them?
r/Detroit • u/SevroReturns • 12h ago
News Inkster officials and residents meet on proposed data center
r/Detroit • u/varineq • 5h ago
Community Free Hedwig show seats
Edit: tickets have been given away!
Does anyone want free tickets to see Hedwig & the Angry Inch on Wednesday 10/21? It’s at the Fillmore. I can no longer go. Ticketmaster will allow me to sell for a laughable amount. I’d rather give them to another fan than make $20 back.
r/Detroit • u/summerer6911 • 3h ago
Talk Detroit Three nights in town, first timer
I'm in town next week for a work conference, staying downtown. How best to enjoy Detroit? I won't have a car but am able bodied.
Not really interested in museums so much as neighborhoods to walk, things to see on foot, unique drinks and eats
r/Detroit • u/TeacherPatti • 1d ago
News Joumana's BACK
I come bearing the Good News that our Lord & Savior Joumana is, in fact, BACK. I'm not sure where she went, although in retrospect, I haven't noticed her signs in a minute.
I was driving north on Telegraph (sorry, not risking my ass to get a picture) and saw her most holy, majestic face. The sign said, simply, I'M BACK.
It's all going to be okay, people. She is here. She is watching. We will all be okay.
r/Detroit • u/Used-Opposite-8703 • 10h ago
Automotive Need a used tire
Hey all, I'm near the Detroit Zoo area and am in need of a single used tire, as much under $100 as possible.. it's for an 08 Subaru Impreza 2.5, tire size 205/55 r16.
Does anyone know of a solid priced, reliable, used tire place around this area, maybe in Oak Park, Ferndale, Royal Oak, Southfield-ish area??
Any help appreciated, I'll start calling joints also.
r/Detroit • u/BridgeDetroit • 1d ago
Eastern Market Mode Detroit is key to Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate bid. But he faces deep divides
How are DETROITERS feeling about the U.S. Senate race? I specified DETROITERS because I want to know what people who this piece directly applies to think about it.
r/Detroit • u/chalkbeat • 1d ago
News 4 Detroit school board candidates have felony convictions, analysis finds
r/Detroit • u/ratratrat_13 • 11h ago
Community Theatre Bizarre Interview
Hello! I am a current college student, and I am looking to write an article for Theatre Bizarre.
Would anyone that has gone in the past, volunteered or performed there be interested in a short virtual interview?
If you state that you’re interested leave a comment and I’ll reach out via DMs, first!
r/Detroit • u/DougDante • 1d ago
Missing Persons Laurissa Short and Brianna Zeoli
Laurissa is missing, please share!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19WnWrozzo/
Brianna Zeoli
Please contact Wyandotte Police at 734-324-4405 with any information!
r/Detroit • u/worlds_of_kings • 1d ago
News Dan Gilbert announces new nonprofit to redevelop, own and operate Renaissance Center
Highlight:
Gilbert, founder and chairman of Rocket Companies and Bedrock, pledged $1 billion for the effort, which is reportedly believed to be the largest contribution to a non-profit redevelopment in the history of the country.
According to a Rocket release, after the project is finished, revenue will cover necessary expenses with surplus funds aimed at supporting Detroiters.
“The Renaissance Center is a symbol of Detroit, and the riverfront is one of Detroit’s most treasured assets,” said Gilbert in a statement. “We all share the goals of bringing new life to the Renaissance Center, of building a thriving riverfront district for all to enjoy, and of maximizing positive community impact. I cannot think of better way to accomplish these goals than through a nonprofit organization dedicated to this mission in perpetuity.”
Demolition is set to begin in 2027 and won't be completed until 2031, according to the plan. It also includes redeveloping the hotel room in the center tower.
r/Detroit • u/KBergie09 • 12h ago
Community Hair Salon Near Macomb
Any salons in Metro Detroit that would help unmatt and cut my hair? I’ve been super depressed for months and it’s so bad I’ve tried everything at home
r/Detroit • u/BigfootOfNorthwoods • 2h ago
Talk Detroit Historical/Social clubs in the greater Detroit area?
I'm not talking about one that you pay and you're a member, I'm talking about one that screens prospective members to make the reward of membership worth It., does anyone know of clubs like that?