AmericanBlackJournal
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Hosted by @SHDetroit, ABJ has presented issues and events from African-American perspectives since 1968. Airs TUESDAYS at 7:30 p.m. on @Detroit_PBS Channel 56
TONIGHT at 7:30p ET: Host @SHDetroit talks with Dr. Marilyn French Hubbard about the 100 Caring Congregations project. The project is helping create caregiving leaders and ministries in Detroit's Black churches. Watch the conversation on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.
TUESDAY at 7:30p ET 📺: Our Black Church in Detroit series looks at the #mentalhealth struggles of young African Americans. Host @SHDetroit talks with three guests about how the Black church supports youth. Watch it July 29th on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.
Did you miss our livestream of the Local News Crisis forum yesterday? You can watch it on demand now. Local and national organizations discussed how they're working to rebuild and sustain community journalism across the state. 💻 Stream it here: detroitpbs.org/news-media/one…
Detroit restaurants identified as ‘Black-owned’ on Yelp saw a slight drop in business ratings. Intended to support Black communities with the Black-owned tag, the design intervention ultimately harmed restaurant owners in Detroit. @BridgeDet313 reports. bridgedetroit.com/black-owned-de…
❗The crisis in local news is real❗ Join us WEDNESDAY at 10a ET for an important conversation focused on statewide efforts to support local news and keep residents informed. Presented by @LocalMediaAssoc, @Detroit_PBS and @knightfdn. Learn more: detroitpbs.org/news-media/one…

TUESDAY at 7:30p ET 📺: Six Detroit mayoral candidates share their visions for small business in the city at a recent virtual forum. The forum is presented by @SPJDetroit, @DetroitNABJ and the Michigan Black Business Alliance. Watch it on @Detroit_PBS or youtu.be/VmEVfp2nY60
Here's how Detroit mayoral candidates plan to ramp up affordable housing and tackle homelessness in the city. Six candidates shared their visions at a recent forum organized by local social service agencies. @BridgeDet313's Nushrat Rahman reports. bridgedetroit.com/detroit-mayor-…
We’re a 2025 @NissanUSA Foundation grantee! 🎉 Thank you to the #NissanFoundation for supporting @Detroit_PBS local news efforts. Their commitment helps us continue to create news that drives cultural understanding and community connections. Learn more: usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases…


Concert of Colors and African World Festival celebrate diversity in Detroit this weekend. While having two events on the same weekend wasn’t intentional, festival organizers encourage people to check out both. @BridgeDet313's @Micah_walker701 reports. bridgedetroit.com/detroit-concer…
TUESDAY at 7:30p ET: "Aging While Black" Author @raymondajetson talks with host @SHDetroit about the unique challenges faced by African Americans as they age. Watch it on @Detroit_PBS or at AmericanBlackJournal.org. Stream our full #caregiving town hall: detroitpbs.org/news-media/ame…
THIS WEEK on #AmericanBlackJournal: Host @SHDetroit talks with "Aging While Black" author @raymondajetson, learns about the 100 Caring Congregations project, and gets financial advice for caregivers. Watch it Tuesday, 7/15 at 7:30p ET on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.
As @Detroitk12 continues to explore ways to reduce chronic absenteeism, the district is considering giving bicycles to students to help them travel to and from school. @BridgeDet313 reporter @Micah_walker701 has the story. bridgedetroit.com/detroit-school…
Michigan seniors are facing rising healthcare and retirement costs as they age. Host @SHDetroit talks with financial and legal experts about the resources available to Michigan caregivers. youtu.be/J7ynxSHpL00
🗣️ TONIGHT — Detroit mayoral candidates share their visions for the future of small business during a LIVE virtual forum. 🕕 When: July 9 at 6-7 p.m. 💻 Where: youtube.com/live/-q6G4nnAE… Hosted by @Detroit_PBS, @SPJDetroit, the Michigan Black Business Alliance and @DetroitNABJ.

The third time is the charm for Detroit poet Brittany Rogers. Rogers applied three times for the prestigious @KresgeArtsDet Artist Fellowship. Now she is the recipient of a $50,000 award. @BridgeDet313's @Micah_walker701 has the story. bridgedetroit.com/culture-canvas…
🕕 TOMORROW at 6p ET — Hear from Detroit mayoral candidates about the future of small business in Detroit. This virtual livestream is presented by @Detroit_PBS, @SPJDetroit, @DetroitNABJ and the Michigan Black Business Alliance. Watch: youtube.com/live/-q6G4nnAE…

Watch "Small Business Matters: A Conversation with Detroit's Mayoral Candidates" TOMORROW at 6 p.m. Watch: youtube.com/live/-q6G4nnAE…
I’m moderating a conversation featuring Detroit mayoral candidates Wednesday (tomorrow) with @leegroup and the Michigan Black Business Alliance. Link to watch on @OneDetroit_PBS here: michiganchronicle.com/upcoming-mayor…
TONIGHT at 7:30p ET 📺: In His Presence Ministries Rev. Paula Lee-Barnes talks with @SHDetroit about the impact of Black women during the Great Migration. Plus, she reflects on her family's experiences migrating from the South. Watch on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.
TOMORROW on #AmericanBlackJournal 📺: Host @SHDetroit examines the role women had in the Black church and community during the Great Migration. He talks with Rev. Dr. Constance Simon of @FellowshipChpl. Watch it TUESDAY at 7:30p ET on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.
TUESDAY at 7:30p ET 📺: @SHDetroit examines the role women had in the church and community during the Great Migration with Rev. Dr. Constance Simon of @FellowshipChpl and Rev. Paula Lee-Barnes of In His Presence Ministries. Watch it on @Detroit_PBS or AmericanBlackJournal.org.