Daily Detroit News Byte

Welcome to your Wednesday all-local podcast sharing what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit.  Power Outages: Jer and Norris Howard dive into the ongoing power outage affecting over 190,000 DTE customers, including Jer himself, keeping his streak of longer than one-day outages every summer.  Internet Incentives Expiration: With Congress failing to renew funding for the program that subsidizes internet for low-income households, thousands of Detroiters are at risk of losing their internet service. Jer and Norris discuss the implications and the importance of considering internet access as a basic utility. Detroit Mayoral Race: The potential entry of Saunteel Jenkins into the Detroit mayoral race sparks a discussion on the future of Detroit's leadership. The hosts reflect on the transformative impact of Mayor Mike Duggan and the qualities needed in the next mayor to continue Detroit's progress. Policy and Infrastructure Needs: Jer and Norris talk about the necessity of a mayor who can effectively work wit