Community

Detroit River Nonprofit Targets Wetlands Loss with Island Habitat Restoration

September 5, 2025

Discover how Friends of the Detroit River restored Sugar & Celeron Islands, fighting pollution and protecting wildlife in a $50M ...

Community

Connecting with the Heart of Detroit

by EL CENTRAL

July 17, 2025

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Opening October, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Park brings nature, play, culture & wellness to Detroit’s riverfront with free year-round programs ...

Community

What to Do When Detroit Air Is Polluted with Wildfire Smoke

by EL CENTRAL

June 12, 2025

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Wildfire smoke harms everyone—but hits vulnerable groups hardest. Learn who’s at risk and how to protect your health with expert ...

Southwest Detroit resident Ed Gies holds his personal air quality monitor. He experienced a petroleum odor while on a walk to Delray Park, near Historic Fort Wayne, in April. Photo courtesy of Ed Gies.

Community

Chemical Odors in Southwest Detroit Trigger Air Quality Complaints

by EL CENTRAL

May 22, 2025

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A Detroit resident’s walk near Delray Park triggered hazardous air alerts and a state complaint—highlighting persistent pollution in Southwest Detroit.

Community

Autoworkers’ Long History of Protecting Our Environment

by EL CENTRAL

April 17, 2025

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Discover how autoworkers helped launch Earth Day and shaped environmental policy. Explore labor’s lasting role in protecting our planet and ...

The Livernois Intermodal Facility in Southwest Detroit plays a critical role in Michigan’s freight network and has been in a state of disrepair for decades. Planet Detroit photo by Brayan Gutierrez

Community

The Trucks Keep Coming: Can $112 Million Relieve Southwest Detroit from Livernois Intermodal Facility Air Pollution?

by EL CENTRAL

December 19, 2024

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Discover how the $112M Detroit RECHARGED project aims to reduce pollution, truck traffic & improve quality of life for Southwest ...

Community

Southwest Detroit Community Learns About Air Quality, Demands Action

by EL CENTRAL

December 6, 2024

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Learn how Southwest Detroit tackles air pollution and truck routes impacting health. Join efforts for change and find resources to ...

Residents wait for the opening of an enrollment event for the city of Detroit's Lifeline Plan, a water affordability program, at the Second Ebenezer Church on Aug. 9. PROVIDED BY THE DETROIT WATER AND SEWERAGE DEPARTMENT

Community

Water Affordability Plan Deadline Nears

by EL CENTRAL

November 21, 2024

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Detroiters in the Lifeline Plan: Verify income by month’s end to keep water bills as low as $18/month & avoid ...

Community

Community journalism in Southwest Detroit: Tackling air quality and voter engagement

by EL CENTRAL

November 7, 2024

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Southwest Detroiters voice concerns on air pollution, gentrification, and voter engagement in Planet Detroit's listening session. See what’s at stake ...

People

Meet Isabelle Tavares, Planet Detroit’s New Environment + Health Reporter

by EL CENTRAL

July 18, 2024

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Discover environmental and public health stories in Southwest Detroit with Isabelle Tavares, your dedicated community reporter from Report For America. ...

Local News

Marathon Wants Permit to Increase Production in Southwest Detroit

by EL CENTRAL

June 6, 2024

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Marathon Petroleum seeks to remove limits, increase production at Detroit refinery, adding pollutants to the air. Local residents' health and ...

Community

Keep Detroit Clean Poster Contest

by EL CENTRAL

March 7, 2024

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Join Detroit's NFL Draft Poster Contest! Win laptops, game systems & more. Keep Detroit Clean. Enter by March 18. Prizes ...

Detroit, Mich./USA-July 18, 2018: industrial area of southwest Detroit visible beyond the Detroit River and partial view of the Ambassador Bridge

Community

Michigan May Allow New Hazardous Materials on the Ambassador Bridge

by EL CENTRAL

January 11, 2024

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Detroit Mayor Duggan supports proposal for hazardous materials on Ambassador Bridge. Learn about the controversy, safety concerns, and official statements.