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Detroit’s historic Avenue of Fashion business district sees resurgence after years of decline
Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion, a bustling business district, has a storied past. The Avenue became a destination for shoppers after World War II. Its decline started a couple of decades later. Now, a surge of new restaurants and specialty shops are filling the vacant storefronts. One Detroit’s Bill Kubota talks with Black business owners about the Avenue’s history and future.
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A comprehensive report by the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.
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New leadership for local pastoral coalition; local women honored for their achievements.
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A conversation w/one of the original Tuskegee Airmen; a lesson on with origin of A Phi.
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Our guest panel discusses Trump administration and closing of Detroit schools. Ep 4517.
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A community approach to gun violence; Detroit Repertory Theatre celebrates 60 years.
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Ford Motor Company encourages Black men across the country.
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Detroit welcomes a new museum; local group helps men become better fathers. Ep 4514.
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A look back at some of our memorable guests and segments from 2016. Ep 4513.
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Flint Mayor Karen Weaver discusses latest charges in the city’s water crisis. EP 4512.
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A Detroit group working to make the city cleaner and healthier.
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Youth leaders in the city of Detroit urge residents to celebrate the New Year with hugs.
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A black cultural arts center in Detroit celebrates its 25th anniversary. Ep 4509.