Hank Aguirre started Mexican Industries in Southwest Detroit in 1979

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Hank Aguiree’s Mexican Industries

September 18, 2025

Discover Hank Aguirre’s legacy: from Detroit Tigers All-Star pitcher to founder of Mexican Industries, a Latino-owned auto supplier in Detroit.

Ballet Folklorico de Detroit dance group with Detroit Lions mascot Roary, before the Lions vs. Bears game this past Sunday

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Lions and Tigers Hispanic Heritage Month Observances

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September 18, 2025

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Detroit Lions’ Plaza de los Leones & Tigers’ ¡Fiesta Tigres! honor Latino Heritage Month with music, dance, art, food, and ...

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City Council Historic Designation Advisory Board to nominate Bagley-West Vernor Historic District

by Michael D. Gutierrez

September 4, 2025

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Detroit’s Bagley-West Vernor may join the National Register of Historic Places, unlocking tax credits, grants, and recognition for Latino heritage.

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Donut Villa Expands to Second Location Near Ford Rouge Plant

by Michael D. Gutierrez

July 31, 2025

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Donut Villa expands after 50 years! Discover how Gabriel Gutierrez brings fresh donuts, coffee & community vibes to Detroit’s Oakwood ...

Kim Partee (left) with the Michigan Department of State celebrates with Alicia Kelley of Pontiac (right). Kelley left the Southwest Detroit clinic with her driver’s license fully reinstated. Photo provided Michigan Secretary of State

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Road to Restoration program returns to Southwest Detroit, helps over 270 local residents learn their path to safe driving

by EL CENTRAL

July 3, 2025

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Over 270 Michiganders got help restoring their driver’s licenses at Detroit’s Road to Restoration clinic, thanks to MDOS experts and ...

Israel Thomas, 5, plays in the water jets at the splash pad in Clark Park, Southwest Detroit, on June 3, 2025. Her family celebrated her kindergarten graduation with a day at the park. Photo by Alejandro Ugalde Sandoval

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Balancing safety and community in Southwest Detroit: Lessons from Clark Park’s revitalization

by EL CENTRAL

June 12, 2025

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Clark Park in Southwest Detroit transformed from crime hotspot to thriving community hub—thanks to grassroots action, city support, and evolving ...

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.

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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.

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Caesar Chavez Academy’s Robotics Team Represents Southwest Detroit at World Robotics Championship

by EL CENTRAL

May 13, 2026

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Southwest Detroit's AzTech Eagles shine at 2025 FIRST Robotics World Championship, showcasing student-led innovation, teamwork, and STEM excellence.

A painted puzzle piece artwork is displayed as Ballet Folclórico of Wayne State University dancers perform at Roosevelt Park during the ‘Pieces of Detroit’ event in Detroit, Michigan, on April 27, 2025. The installation and performances celebrated the cultural and historical ties across Southwest Detroit.

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Southwest Detroit Youth Group Pieces Together Mexicantown and Corktown

by Andrea Meza

February 28, 2026

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Detroit’s Corktown & Mexicantown unite through art at ‘Pieces of Detroit,’ a youth-led event blending culture, history & community at ...

Daniel Mata, 18, left, waves a Mexican flag Tuesday, March 4 during a protest at Clark Park. Mata is a junior at Covenant High School Southwest. Photo by Dustin Blitchok/Planet Detroit

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Hundreds Gather in Mass Protest Against Heightened ICE Presence in Detroit

by EL CENTRAL

March 7, 2025

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Detroit unites against ICE raids! Community members march to demand immigrant protections and the removal of ICE from neighborhoods. Read ...

Yajaira Martinez, 20, looks out at the site of the main water break from her home in Southwest Detroit. Darcie Moran

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Abogados analizan exoneración de responsabilidad por la tubería rota en Detroit

by EL CENTRAL

February 28, 2025

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Detroit water main break leaves homes flooded—residents face waiver concerns. City revises liability form amid legal questions. Get the latest ...

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Recovery and Repairs Underway from the Devastating Water Main Break in Southwest Detroit

by EL CENTRAL

February 20, 2025

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Southwest Detroit recovers from historic flash flood affecting 398 homes. Find emergency resources, donation info, and city recovery plans. Call ...

Some Southwest Detroit businesses said they’ve seen fewer customers since President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Commercial corridors like West Vernor Highway have many Latino-owned businesses. Photo credit: Cydni Elledge/Outlier Media

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SW Detroit businesses struggle as immigration anxieties keep people home

by Martina Guzman

February 7, 2025

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Southwest Detroit businesses face struggles as fear of immigration enforcement keeps customers away. See how this impacts the community and ...

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The Southwest Detroit Segment Of the Joe Louis Greenway is Confirmed!

by Estefania Arellano-Bermudez

March 1, 2026

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Explore the Joe Louis Greenway in Detroit! Discover how a $20.7M federal grant transforms unkempt alleys into vibrant urban trails, ...

Dolores Perales, Co-director of Cadillac Urban Garden, stands with a freshly harvested bok choy.

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Cristo Rey Students Create Cookbook from Urban Garden Harvest

by Estefania Arellano-Bermudez

March 1, 2026

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Discover the bounty of Cadillac Urban Gardens in Southwest Detroit and the inspiring "Recipes from the Garden" cookbook by Cristo ...

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