Amyre Makupson

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - By most accounts, Maliya James is your average pre-teen. She spends her days doing schoolwork and then playing.

(CBS DETROIT) - "So people like me, we live in the intersection of what is to be a Black and brown-skinned person and a person who is attracted to the same gender," said A.

(CBS DETROIT) - LaTashia Perry of Grand Blanc has caused a few temper tantrums after releasing books she says empower children of color to celebrate their differences.

Christina Liedtke is a bit of a globe trotter. She created Astouri, a women's fashion line that presents Detroit as couture.

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