Amber Ogden

2 days ago | elcentralmedia.com | Amber Ogden

The smell of multicultural cuisine fills the air, and dozens of conversations flow in a mix of accents, languages, and hearty laughter. The occasion? “Immigrant Heritage Month: Legacy Across Borders”  was a night dedicated to honoring the cultural richness and entrepreneurial impact of Detroit’s immigrant and first-generation business owners. The event was hosted by TechTown on Monday, June 23, in celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month. It was more than just a networking mixer.

1 week ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

(L) Mario Moore in the studio. Photo by Danielle Eliska, (R) LaKela Brown in the studio. Courtesy of the LaKela BrownBefore any formal proposal or gallery space came into view, artists LaKela Brown and Mario Moore were already deep in conversation.

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Volunteers during the Delray Neighborhood CleanupTuesday morning, the forecast was sunny, with a light breeze, no humidity, nor a cloud in sight; just months ago the weather told a different story after a devastating water main break turned parts of Southwest Detroit into an icy flood zone, hundreds of volunteers gathered at the Delray Community Center with gloves, paintbrushes, and a shared mission: to help this resilient neighborhood bounce back stronger.

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Norman “Turkey” Stearnes, Jake Woods, and Willie Horton, courtesy of MLB and Comerica This weekend, Comerica Park will echo with more than just the crack of the bat and roars of the crowd. From June 13–15, the Detroit Tigers, in partnership with Comerica Bank, will celebrate Black in Baseball Weekend, a high-energy tribute to Black culture, community, and contributions to America’s pastime.

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Highland Park resident Ken Chambers during the Open House on Tuesday, 6/10/2025With the hum of possibility in the air and a vision for revitalization on the horizon, the City of Highland Park called on residents, business owners, and community supporters to take part in an essential civic conversation about its future. On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., city officials held a drop-in Economic Strategy and Branding Open House at 138 Cortland Street.