civicDetroitDan

civicDetroitDan, 9 days ago to detroit

Police raided the student encampment on Wayne State University’s campus in Detroit, clearing the site and arresting some of the pro-Palestinian protesters.

Officials did not meet students to discuss divesting from weapons manufacturers. The encampment had been there for almost a week.

https://outliermedia.org/wayne-state-encampment-cleared-university-police-arrest-student-protesters/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=mastodon-post #detroit #michigan #WayneState

civicDetroitDan, 11 days ago to random

Of all things, even PornHub got bought by a private equity firm?!

civicDetroitDan, 20 days ago to random

It’s too damn hot.

civicDetroitDan, 29 days ago to cycling

Dear fediverse: I’m looking for a portable, durable AM/FM radio set to take on bike rides.

I know I can stream radio, but when I’m commuting home after a long day, all I want is to switch on a radio like I’m in a car.

Any suggestions? #bikes #BikeTooter #radio

vwdasher, 30 days ago to news

Forget the old woman who lived in a shoe: A Michigander in her mid-thirties made a home in a Family Fare supermarket sign for nearly a year, local outlet MLive reported. The unnamed woman lived rent-free and went unnoticed by shoppers and workers until a construction crew working on repairs to the building’s roof stumbled upon her humble abode two weeks ago, Midland Police Officer Brennon Warren told the outlet. “She essentially made it home,” Warren said, describing how officers discovered a cozy apartment complete with desk, houseplant, computer printer, coffeemaker, and a cubbyhole of food. It’s unclear why and how the woman chose to build her nest there; police said she’s employed and turned down housing assistance when offered. When she was discovered, some of the store workers said they recognized her from around the property and that she occasionally seemed to vanish into thin air. They now have a new name for the legendary eave-dweller: “The Roof Ninja.” Authorities and Family Fare are working to help her find a new home.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/roof-ninja-woman-secretly-lived-in-michigan-grocery-store-sign-for-nearly-a-year?ref=home

#News #What #michigan #SignDweller

skinnylatte, 30 days ago (edited 30 days ago) to transit

I’m interested in a lot of transit activism in N America but I swear people would think you’re a total weeb if you talk about transit in places with good transit. Trying to imagine talking to people in Singapore or Hong Kong or Seoul about.. loving trains

I think they would back tf away from me and run away.

Like my friend always says ‘I don’t want to be a transit fan. I just want great transit’

#Transit

civicDetroitDan, 1 month ago to detroit

After more than a decade, my beloved Detroit People’s Food Co-op finally opened.

https://detroit.eater.com/2024/5/1/24140302/detroit-peoples-food-co-op-open-photos-groceries-north-end #detroit #michigan

civicDetroitDan, 2 months ago to accessibility

If you’ve attended a public meeting in Detroit, you’ve likely met Marguerite Maddox.

The mobility and public transit advocate has been a decades-long fixture at city meetings, making public comments on topics ranging from sidewalk conditions to bus accessibility.

“Trying to make this city more accessible for everyone, it’s everybody’s responsibility.”

https://outliermedia.org/marguerite-maddox-detroit-public-meetings-disability-rights-accessibility/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=mastodon-post #accessibility #detroit #transit #urbanism

civicDetroitDan, 3 months ago to random

Hi again, Detroit.

I’m Dan, and I’m independently covering a Detroit Board of Zoning Appeals hearing on the expansion of a concrete crushing facility on property owned by Green Valley Properties LLC. The hearing was scheduled to start at 9:45 a.m. #civicDetroitDan

civicDetroitDan, 3 months ago to Michigan

A supplier for Tesla is seeking to mine nickel in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

The state approved Talon Metals to drill and search for mineral deposits on 23,000 acres of public land.

“Talon is facing opposition from tribal and environmental groups which argue the mine would endanger local waters. Such concerns have successfully derailed two other proposed nickel and copper mine projects in Minnesota last year.”

https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2024/02/michigan-approves-tesla-suppliers-nickel-exploration-lease.html #michigan #UpperPeninsula

civicDetroitDan, 3 months ago to random

still have no idea what to think about the white person who asked if I was adopted or had parents who are doctors ... she said those are the only two types of Asians she knows

I laugh at it, but it’s been weighing on me for the past few weeks, I can’t lie

BlackAzizAnansi, 4 months ago to random

Is anyone else still traumatized from 2020?

civicDetroitDan, 4 months ago to detroit

Detroit’s police oversight officials approved the promotions of four officers with less than a day to review.

In the same meeting, they had to consider the police department’s recommendations to discipline three officers.

“You don’t have to be squeaky clean to get my approval for your promotion. As a matter of fact, the person that has no dirt on their uniform never got in the game,” said Police Commissioner Linda Bernard.

https://outliermedia.org/board-of-police-commissioners-detroit-officer-promotions/ #detroit #justice #policing #safety

civicDetroitDan, 4 months ago to Michigan

The Michigan Department of Transportation is asking the public how it could improve infrastructure and safety for walking, public transportation and bicycling.

The survey takes about 10 minutes.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0Wq6iC6vcSdMskbJPHJXZ1xUQjRTSTBBUUdCTU42SjFPUkIwTFEyODVJMCQlQCNjPTEu #CompleteStreets #michigan #urbanism

civicDetroitDan, 5 months ago to detroit

Thank you to the Michigan Department of Transportation for putting a road sign here on Michigan Avenue, near Clark Street.

I’m sure this poses no problems for someone using a wheelchair and falls in line with MDOT’s responsibility to improve traffic safety. #detroit #michigan

civicDetroitDan, 5 months ago to random

I ought to figure out how to put rubber wheels on our curbside waste bin.

If the neighbor makes a bunch of noise when they wheel out their bin in the morning, I can imagine what our other neighbor hears when we do the same.

civicDetroitDan, 6 months ago to Furry

There is at least one furry working for the Oregon Department of Transportation. (And I do like this graphic!)

https://www.portland.gov/transportation/walking-biking-transit-safety/safe-routes/events/2024/2/7/winter-walk-roll-school #furry #portland #urbanism

ashleyyrain, 6 months ago to mutualaid

Hello everyone,

My name is Aahley, I’m a MSW student, completing an internship for college credits. Due to my practicum being uncompensated, I created a gfm to help with costs until I graduate from my program. I am still short on this months goal. If you’re interested in sharing or contributing to my fundraiser, I’d greatly appreciate it. Thank you.

Goal: 1,871
What’s left: 379.

#FuturePractitioner #MutualAidRequest @mutualaid

civicDetroitDan, 7 months ago to random

Been a rough few days, but listening to the radio has been a rare source of pleasure.

ppatel, 7 months ago to random

Is it just me or does monitoring while recording something is really distracting, especially if there's a slight delay between you speaking and the audio output? I just can't seem to get the hang of it. For now, I do an initial run to test levels and such. But then I switch off monitoring. I bet it would become necessary if I were recording with multiple people and instruments.

Any tips or suggestions?

civicDetroitDan, 7 months ago to cycling

The streets bite back! #bikes #cycling