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Nikki Lee
Coverage of Nikki Lee in the Nexus archive.
- Detroit Blessing Boxes founder pivots operations to appointment-only model during heat wave
Nikki Lee, founder of NW Detroit Blessing Boxes, shifted to an appointment-only model during a heat wave to protect food supplies and her health due to COPD. The change reduced her weekly capacity from 500 families to 150, but she continues providing essentials like cold water and meals. Community member Kim Adamski highlighted Lee's ongoing support during emergencies.
- Police say 10 hurt, suspects fled after two groups shot at each other inside Mall of Louisiana
Ten people were injured when two groups opened fire at each other in the food court of the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge. Suspects fled the scene before police arrived, and no arrests were made immediately. The incident is linked to a broader surge in gun violence in Louisiana.