Why Detroit Is Actually Awesome
They raised money to build a RoboCop statue. But, that’s just the beginning of the Motor City’s greatness.
They raised money to build a RoboCop statue. But, that’s just the beginning of the Motor City’s greatness.
Whole Foods doesn’t want Detroit to think of it as an upscale grocer mockingly referred to as “Whole Paycheck” because of its high prices. So 18 months ago they started a grassroots marketing campaign to teach residents how to be “Savvy Shoppers” ahead of its store opening next month.
Two years ago, Kickstarter raised $67,436 to make a statue in Detroit honoring RoboCop, the city’s finest hero. The vision is finally being completed.
Politics and finances may have dominated the news in Detroit so far this year, but there’s much more to know about the city in 2013. Here’s 10 reasons why Detroit is worth believing in this year.
Growing up, the two most beautiful words in the English dictionary were “snow” & “day.”
A bright spot in the grim, fatal aftermath on Interstate 75.
At least one person has been killed in a major Detroit freeway crash that involved at least two dozen vehicles including tractor-trailers. Icy roads appear to be the culprit.
A Detroit firefighter’s helmet cam highlights from working in Highland Park.
At the very moment you’ve written off humanity, something like this comes along. The Fire Department in Detroit pull two unconscious dogs out of a burning house, and one selfless firefighter resuscitates them with his own oxygen tank and mask.
Dali in Detroit. You can see the rest of these photos here. Man, that’s a lot of symbolism.
From the empty lot where his childhood home stood to his father’s abandoned auto factory, a tour through the remains of the Romneys’ Michigan.
Residents call ‘Let Detroit Go Bankrupt’ stance “ridiculous” and “disgusting.”
“Let them go bankrupt” line comes back to haunt Romney in new Democratic National Committee web video. GM’s record profit bolsters Obama’s case.
It clearly makes me a bad person, but Tebow help me…these pictures make me so happy. The Denver Broncos quarterback and lightning rod with a Christ complex sure does get creamed a lot.
Odd Future’s show in Detroit came to an abrupt end last night when a fan hurled two bottles on stage, one nearly hitting DJ Syd. Even Tyler the Creator, and his high tolerance for mayhem, won’t authorize flying glass. View Media ›
Barack Obama refuses to “spike the football,” so we’ll do it for him. This list is in no particular order and by no means comprehensive. Achievement unlocked: Reelection. View List ›
According to the last Census, the city of Detroit is hitting a new nadir.
An early look at the RoboCop statue, funded with $50,000 raised through the Kickstarter page Detroit Needs A RoboCop Statue. This preview is just a bust, but the finished product will be a life size, full-bodied Robo. Let the debate begin about whether or not $50,000 could be spent more wisely. More info about the statue over at io9 . View Image ›
Artist Sean Hartter conjured up these Bizarro World film posters, done in the style of ’70s b-movies, featuring his ideal casts and directors. I’d give anything to see Jodorowsky’s take on “Star Wars.” View List ›
This kind of shortsighted attitude is exactly what got Detroit into trouble in the first place. I can’t believe they won’t even put together a committee or something to explore this frankly brilliant idea. View List ›
On the plus side, lots more crack houses!
I’m somehow fascinated with images of urban decay. I suppose Detroit’s full of them. More cool abandoned brewery photos here. View List ›
Photographer Kevin Bauman took pictures of 100 abandoned houses in Detroit. Here’s a sampling of some of them. View List ›
Is Johnny Damon leaving Detroit for the Boston Red Sox? Check the links below to stay up to date on his decision.
Photographer Gregory Holm and architect Matthew Radune sprayed created this as an art project to comment on the urban conditions in Detroit. Or something like that. View Image ›
“Outside Detroit today, 37-year-old Jamar Pinkney Sr. was denied bond for allegedly killing his naked son execution style after hearing that the 15-year-old had sexual contact with his 3-year-old half-sister.” So much ugly in this it’s mind boggling.
The Saved By The Bell cast reunion has royally ticked off Mr. B. himself, actor Dennis Haskins, who called The Detroit News from Las Vegas to voice his frustration after being excluded. Our tip to Haskins: there’s no better revenge nowadays than a meta/nostalgia-laden web series. My Damn Channel, are you listening? Read More ›
Confused by the proposed auto industry bailout? This ad should explain everything. Democracy at work! View Image ›