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American Black Journal
Willie Horton Field of Dreams / Regional Transit Authority
Season 44
Episode 29
Detroit Tigers legend Willie Horton joins us to discuss the newly named “Willie Horton Field of Dreams” at the site of the old Tiger Stadium. Plus, Michael Ford, the head of the Regional Transit Authority gives us an update on plans to improve transportation in Southeast Michigan. Episode 4429.
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