Jer Staes

Detroit

Host, Editor, and Producer 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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Detroit is growing: More people, more coffee, and more affordable housing

1 day 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 days 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 days 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"

4 days 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

4 days 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

4 days 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 week ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Plum Health is your personal doctor on speed dial!For $85/month you get unlimited access to your doctor; just call, text or visit for anything you need. Up to 90% savings on meds, labs, and imaging services and 90% of all your healthcare needs handled in-house. You get a personal one one relationship with your doctor, with unlimited visits. Spend as much time as you need to get your health on the right track. Serving Detroit and Oakland County individuals and businesses.
Peek inside Detroit's new bus terminal, A RenCen tower locks the doors (Plus 5 more stories to know around town)

2 weeks 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.
New jet fighters coming, Detroit's shrinking apartments, a historic rehab (and more)

2 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Hey there, it's Jer. Detroit is something special when the warm weather comes. It's like the city awakens in a matter of days from a hibernated slumber to doing the hustle in the streets. It's a beautiful thing. Thanks to all the people who stopped through the Daily Detroit studio at TechTown on Saturday. Had a great time learning about our readers and listeners, as well as getting to know what really resonates with people on a personal level about our city and region.
Previewing Ferndale Pride, Michigan's Largest Free LGBTQAI+ Festival

2 weeks ago | dailydetroit.com | Jer Staes

Mark your calendars: Ferndale Pride is in downtown Ferndale on Saturday, May 31st, 2025. The party kicks off with an opening ceremony at 12:30p, vendors and stages open at 1p, and the energy keeps going until 10p (with some afterparties stretching later). On our Daily Detroit podcast, Julia shares some behind-the-scenes info on putting together the 15th annual Pride, including how community support made a huge difference this year.