Detroit’s Ride to Rise Becomes Permanent | Detroit News

Detroit’s “Ride to Rise” program is now permanent, offering free bus rides not just to school—but to jobs, sports, and after-school activities, removing transportation as a barrier for young people. With $1 million in state funding aimed at cutting chronic absenteeism, the city is also piloting ride-sharing for struggling schools and training 50 transit ambassadors to guide students safely. Beyond transit, Detroit’s Health Department provides vision, hearing, dental, and vaccination services—showcasing a full-circle commitment to student health and academic success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a2873f5f3d5e6f26