Jer Staes

Detroit

Host and Podcast Co-Founder at Daily Detroit

1/2 cup Urbanist, 3/4 cup Media, 1/2 cup Geek Culture, dash of baseball fan with a tablespoon of awesome. First Detroit #techkaraoke champ.

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New Poll: Michigan's Three-Way Race For Governor (and Senate Seat Scramble)

1 week ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

From the porch of the Grand Hotel at the Mackinac Policy Conference, Jer Staes and Devon O'Reilly talk about a new poll released Tuesday by the Detroit Regional Chamber and the Glengariff Group about Michigan's races for Governor and U.S. Senate. And yes, we take a victory lap on a prediction that Detroit Mayor will pull from both Democratic and Republican votes as there's wide discontent with the current sytem. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.
Check out the Spritz Bar, serving Aperol for the season in Detroit

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Check out the Spritz Bar, serving Aperol for the season in Detroit. I had a chance to check out Spritz Bar at San Morello. It's open in the evenings Thursdays through Sundays through Negroni Week (think end of September) on the ground floor of the Shinola Hotel. 0:00 /0:22 The patio is on Woodward and the cityscape views are great. On a nice day, the vibes, as some might say, are immaculate. If you’ve never had an Aperol Spritz, I suggest you try it.
Detroit is growing: More people, more coffee, and more affordable housing

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Hey Detroit! We are back in our TechTown studio for your Daily Detroit, and on this Thursday, May 15th, 2025, the city is absolutely buzzing with news – from delicious new spots, to political shifts, to the city growing population for a second year in a row. On today’s show:First up, Devon brought in a treat from the brand new Haraz Coffee in Corktown, which just had its soft opening.
How To Grow Detroit's Middle Class (ft. Anika Goss, Detroit Future City)

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

The next Mayor of Detroit, whoever they are, will have some really big challenges from their budget to figuring out how to continue to draw investment, to trying to rebuild the city's middle class. Anika Goss, the CEO of Detroit Future City, shares details on their new report "Opportunities for the Next Mayoral Administration to Grow Detroit’s Middle Class." You can read it here. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or leave a voicemail, 313-789-3211.
Cartier is coming to Somerset in Troy, Michigan

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Cartier is coming to Somerset in Troy, Michigan. An eagle-eyed listener sent word that on the first floor of the south side of Somerset Collection a Cartier location is set to open in Winter of 2026. Cartier is a highly sought-after brand in the region, and the "Buffs" sunglasses are part of Detroit's culture (and lately, the University of Michigan football team).
Evening Edition: Put away the Yankees hats // Flower Day // A Detroit "Marvel"

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Hey freinds, Jer here. I had a great time visiting the Indian Village Garage Sale over the weekend. Started with a tasty breakfast at the recently-opened Norm's Diner over on Agnes, just east of Van Dyke. Highly recommend. People from all over the region came out to check out the wares and the huge houses. I came away with nothing, but my partner? An armful of beautiful vintage bracelets. But I noticed something that just didn't feel right.
The fountain on Belle Isle will be closed until 2027 for repairs

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

The fountain on Belle Isle will be closed until 2027 for repairs. The historic Scott Memorial Fountain will undergo $6 million in renovations starting this summer, paid for by federal relief money. The 18-month project will close the fountain until May 2027, but promises to preserve this 100-year-old treasure for future generations.
Motor City Marvels: How Detroit Shaped Comic Book Icons

3 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Today, we're diving into a world of capes and incredible local talent. The Detroit Historical Museum has just opened a brand new, year-long exhibit called "Heroes vs. Villains: The Art of the Comic Book," and it's packed with surprising connections to our city. Did you know Detroiters had a hand in everything from The Simpsons and Futurama to the Batmobile and legendary DC and Marvel storylines?
Evening Edition: Inside Detroit's new bagel spot, Why Ono is out, more coffee is coming, and developments around town

1 month ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

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Peek inside Detroit's new bus terminal, A RenCen tower locks the doors (Plus 5 more stories to know around town)

1 month ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Hey friends, Jer here. One of the key services any major city provides is transit, and Detroit has had its share of ups and downs around this over the years. One key to keeping buses on the road is a good place to keep them and fix them. The Coolidge terminal on Schaefer just north of I-96 has been out of commission since a fire in 2011.