#detroit

#detroit

The notion that Detroit is in the midst of a renaissance is not true. A look across its 142 square miles shows that it is still mired in poverty. Although it has probably leveled off, the city has lost a massive number of residents. It also has many abandoned houses that will remain indefinitely. A small part of downtown has made a comeback, led by Rocket Companies founder Dan Gilbert, who has invested or brought hundreds of millions of dollars into the area.

Put your thinking cap on. It's time for the Monday crossword. This week's puzzle was constructed by Sala Wanetick, and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu. Sala is a former advertising professional turned cheesemonger living just outside of Detroit. Her first book of crosswords is coming out this November; it is 40 Detroit-themed puzzles for all levels. Follow along on their Instagram page for the launch date.

Detroit stands out as the most accessible U.S. city based on a combination of key factors, despite its relatively small size. Detroit earned a perfect record on ADA compliance for public rail stations, with zero percent of stations being inaccessible, indicating full access for individuals with mobility challenges. Additionally, the city has 5.53 public transport stations per 100,000 people, providing decent transit options to its residents.

The exploitative scheme was first uncovered by Outlier, which reported that RealToken properties are plagued by squalid conditions, unresponsive property managers, and arbitrary evictions.

Hudson Valley, N.Y. is becoming notable for its growing wine scene, while Detroit has established a strong community of wine bars like Ladder 4 and Bar Chenin.

‘Detroit has a remarkable knack for recovering from adversity, each time rising phoenixlike with renewed creativity and an undaunted can-do spirit.’

Flint is the most affordable city for home buyers, boasting the lowest cost of living index (COLI) in the country and the most affordable home prices relative to residents' income.

Huitlacoche, known as corn truffle, is a unique delicacy that combines earthy and umami flavors, reminding one of ancient tastes intertwined with freshness.

Sala Wanetick, a Detroit-based crossword constructor and cheesemonger, specializes in sports knowledge and common crossword clues, and invites solvers to connect with her.

The rapper has always opted to stay close to where it all began, expressing a sentimental attachment to the memories associated with Detroit.