Power's Out (Again), Low-income Internet Cuts, New Candidate for Detroit Mayor?
Podcast |
Daily Detroit
Publisher |
Daily Detroit
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
Daily News
News
Publication Date |
Aug 28, 2024
Episode Duration |
00:20:21

Welcome to your Wednesday all-local podcast sharing what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit. 

  • Power Outages: Jer and Norris Howard dive into the ongoing power outage affecting over 190,000 DTE customers, including Jer himself, keeping his streak of longer than one-day outages every summer. 
  • Internet Incentives Expiration: With Congress failing to renew funding for the program that subsidizes internet for low-income households, thousands of Detroiters are at risk of losing their internet service. Jer and Norris discuss the implications and the importance of considering internet access as a basic utility.
  • Detroit Mayoral Race: The potential entry of Saunteel Jenkins into the Detroit mayoral race sparks a discussion on the future of Detroit's leadership. The hosts reflect on the transformative impact of Mayor Mike Duggan and the qualities needed in the next mayor to continue Detroit's progress.
  • Policy and Infrastructure Needs: Jer and Norris talk about the necessity of a mayor who can effectively work with both local businesses and state government to drive sustainable growth.

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