DETROIT – To celebrate Black History Month, let’s look back at the important role Detroit had in the Underground Railroad in the 1800s. The Underground Railroad was a secret network of financial, ...

You probably already know Detroit played a crucial role in the Underground Railroad. Its code name: “Midnight." The city helped thousands of escaped slaves reach freedom in Canada. However, a church ...

In 19th century Detroit, there was little stigma attached to public speaking. In the days before the arrival of 20th-century mass media, politicians, barkers and buskers often found eager audiences by ...

Detroit's role in the Underground Railroad is being brought to life for a new generation while highlighting the city's place as a critical gateway to freedom for thousands fleeing slavery. At the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As America's 250th birthday approaches, 7 News Detroit is taking a look at the ways the city of Detroit helped to shape the nation ...

Underground Railroad Stamps Dedication Ceremony When: March 23 at 1 p.m. Where: St. Matthew’s and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church (Detroit) What: An educational dedication ceremony Who: Community ...

Detroit’s music scene has always been on the map, but from the underground, a punk rock sound emerged that was unlike the rest. Then, artist Mario Moore talks about his exhibit “Midnight and Canaan,” ...

DETROIT – We’re in the final days of “Black History Month,” and we’re still sharing stories about the past that we should never forget. On Tuesday (Feb. 27), Local 4 highlighted a Detroit church that ...

DETROIT (WXYZ) — The Great Lakes Comic Convention and an interactive Underground Railroad walking tour are happening in metro Detroit this weekend. Skating with the ...