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Several Metro Detroit communities are hosting festivals and carnivals this weekend, with rides, food, games and live entertainment. Link to article in comments.

Metro Detroit families have several places to cool off as local pools, wave pools, and waterparks begin opening for the 2026 summer season. Link to article in comments.

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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announced the launch of the city’s new “Occupy the Summer” program, a 10-week initiative focused on youth activities, community engagement and violence prevention across Detroit.

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Officials in the City of Detroit have announced a 6-point plan to address gun safety, neighborhood safety, after-hours club enforcement, conflict resolution and teen initiatives, including curbing "teen takeovers" as summer approaches.

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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield will hold a press conference on Friday afternoon to discuss a new partnership focused on youth engagement after the so-called "teen takeovers" in Downtown Detroit.