Eye On Detroit

Eye on Detroit: America's War Dogs

Ahead of Memorial Day, we want to honor our nation's heroes, including some many may not have heard of. For this Eye on Detroit, we take a look at America's war dogs.

• May 26, 2023
• 02:56

Eye on Detroit - A look inside the Detroit Arsenal

For this Eye on Detroit, we take you inside the Detroit Arsenal.

• Apr 5, 2023
• 04:23

Eye on Detroit - Dearborn Public Schools hosts Care to the Core Day

Dearborn Public Schools changed up its curriculum this week to include some lessons in kindness.

• Mar 24, 2023
• 02:26

Eye on Detroit - The French Cow

There is a new sweet business partnership coming to Detroit, combining ice cream and crêpes.

• Mar 21, 2023
• 02:51

Eye On Detroit - What Corktown means to Detroiters

Corktown is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Detroit and home to many award-winning bars. We sat down with some residents who shared what the neighborhood means to them.

• Feb 16, 2023
• 02:01

Eye On Detroit - Kids Kicking Cancer

Wednesday, Feb. 15, is International Childhood Cancer Day. On this edition of Eye On Detroit, we're introducing you to a Southfield-based karate program that is teaching kids diagnosed with the disease not to let it hold them back.

• Feb 15, 2023
• 01:50

Eye on Detroit - The Smile Brand

Phillip Simpson is a local artist and designer with a mission to bring happiness to others, and that's why he founded his company, The Smile Brand. Simpson also painted smile murals on vacant homes, the Broderick Tower, basketball courts and other buildings throughout the city.

• Dec 29, 2022
• 01:38

Eye on Detroit- Crossroads for Youth

This holiday season, one local nonprofit in Oakland County is helping at-risk children. Karen Carter has more on Crossroads for Youth in this Eye on Detroit.

• Nov 30, 2022
• 02:02

Eye On Detroit - Open Door Outreach Center

In Waterford, one organization is working to get people the food they need with the help of a new location.

• Sep 23, 2022
• 02:38

Eye On Detroit - iFLY Detroit

If you've ever wanted to try skydiving, there is an experience on the ground for people of all abilities.

• Sep 20, 2022
• 02:20

Eye On Detroit - Kronk Gym

Kronk Boxing Gym in Detroit - remembering the legacy of Emanuel Steward.

• Feb 22, 2022
• 01:47

Eye On Detroit - The Impossible Mile

With a can-do attitude and a can’t-lose sense of optimism, Johnny Agar’s approach to athletics and life isn’t about the finish line: it’s about the hard work before it and the new opportunities that come beyond it. Proving that a diagnosis isn’t a definition, brand Agar brings a spirit of hard work and inspiration to every race, appearance, product or event. It represents the infectious idea that any goal can be achieved, and any obstacle overcome, if you take it one step at a time.

• Feb 22, 2022
• 01:47

Eye On Detroit - Detroit Training Center

Detroit Training Center (DTC) specializes in workforce development programs in construction, manufacturing, and transportation-- including blight removal, heavy equipment operation, commercial driver’s licenses, welding, and masonry programs. Job placement also included.

• Feb 22, 2022
• 01:44

Eye On Detroit - Dream Detroit Skating Academy

Dream Detroit Skating Academy (DDSA) is a figure skating program based in Detroit, Michigan. Growing up, DDSA skating directors Angela Blocker-Loyd and Candice Tamakloe were two of only a few competitive African American skaters in the metropolitan Detroit area. As they continued refining their craft through the years, they noticed that there was a lack of representation and opportunity for Detroit youth in the figure skating world. With hopes of being the change they wanted to see, Candice and Angela launched Dream Detroit Skating Academy at the Jack Adams Memorial Ice Arena in Detroit.

• Feb 22, 2022
• 01:43

Eye On Detroit - Bead Museum

16 years ago Olayami Dabls came to the corner of Grand River and West Grand Blvd with a vision to create a space for his community to understand the immense power of their African heritage. Occupying almost an entire city block, the Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum houses 18 outdoor installations as well as the African Bead Gallery, N'kisi House and African Language Wall. Born of his own visual cosmology, Dabls' MBAD African Bead Museum is a quiet revolution that sparks a vital conversation with global and local audiences.

• Feb 22, 2022
• 01:44