Amyre Makupson

SALINE, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Running a business isn't easy. The Chamber of Commerce reports that half of all small businesses close shop within five years of opening and 65% won't make it to their 10th anniversary.

(CBS DETROIT) - Making a difference and empowering children is the hope of 313Reads - a program that allows community members to read motivational books to children in Detroit Public Schools Community District.

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Michigan and manufacturing seemingly go hand in hand.

(CBS DETROIT) - Asking for help with a problem might seem like a common solution, but when it comes to mental health, it's not always easy.

(CBS DETROIT) - A mother's love comes in many forms, and for Lisa Underwood, that form is business.

When it comes to high fashion, Rachelle Willnus is adding her flair through her business Derby Hats by Rachelle

Jeff Lau is breaking barriers with what he hopes becomes the "new norm." "NuNorm is an exclusive line of makeup designed and tailored for men," said NuNorm CEO Jeff Lau.

FERNDALE, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Pride Month kicked off this past weekend in Ferndale. While there were games, photos, and tons of shopping, there was a sea of rainbows and also Arleta Greer.

FLINT, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - It's fair to say that we all have mental health struggles from time to time, but for the thousands of men and women behind bars, those struggles can feel impossible to overcome.

(CBS DETROIT) — In Detroit, small businesses are something to celebrate. That's the feeling behind ProsperUs Detroit 's annual community block party, a show of support for the city's entrepreneurs.