WXYZ: Detroit Leaders Focus On Expanding Vaccine Access

WXYZ: Detroit Leaders Focus On Expanding Vaccine Access

February 10, 2021

February 10, 2021

In Detroit, people can now request a low-cost ride to a vaccination site.

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