David Rodriguez Muñoz

Mexican-American photojournalist at @freep l former education reporter and staff photographer @salnews l past @catchlight_io and @JSKstanford fellow.

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After her uncle was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in early December, this year’s Miss Mexico Detroit pageant carried deeper meaning for Ana Yadira Sánchez-Rangel — 📝 & 📸 by @visualdavid for @freep.

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Thank you to the Bashi family for welcoming me into their home and trusting us with their story. To read the full story, click the link the below. https://t.co/aF064QaaB1

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It’s easy to talk about health care disputes in terms of contracts, deadlines and negotiations. It’s much harder to look at a 7-month-old baby and realize what’s actually at stake — photos for @freep.

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Behind every policy decision and contract dispute are real people whose lives are profoundly affected by the outcome. For Andrew and Amanda, the contract dispute was never just about a contract. It was about making sure their son could continue receiving the care he needs.

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Rain couldn’t stop thousands from gathering at Hart Plaza for this year’s Movement electronic music festival along Detroit’s riverfront. As day three gets underway today, here are a few moments from opening day of this year’s festival — photos for @freep.

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Movement was one of my first introductions to Detroit’s techno scene after moving here and every year it’s a reminder of the energy, community and culture that make this city so special.

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Movement @MovementDetroit 2026: Hart Plaza becomes the world's techno music nucleus

📷 by David Rodríguez Muñoz @visualdavid, @freep

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One year after 'retro adult boutique' transition, Michigan video store @Occult83 is thriving

📷 by David Rodríguez Muñoz @visualdavid, Detroit Free Press

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Nearly 40% of Michigan’s childcare workers make so little they qualify for Medicaid, yet many still can’t afford health insurance — photos for @freep.

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The people we trust to care for our children are often left without access to basic care themselves.

“If you want good quality programs, you need good people… but who is taking care of us?”

For more on the story, click the link in the comments.

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One early fall morning, she was found lying on the floor of her classroom in excruciating pain. She had pushed through the morning to open the center by 6 a.m., like she always does. Her story reflects a larger reality.

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Paruch says left in part due to health issues and his age. And while he was never directly told how to rule on a case, pressure from above was clear: more deportations.

Hear from Paruch directly in this @freep video from @visualdavid:

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Here are a few moments from fan coverage during Opening Day at Comerica Park.

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Third Opening Day in Detroit and the energy never gets old. Fans bring Comerica Park to life, carrying tradition, hope and a sense of community into a new season — photos for @freep & @freepsports.

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The Tigers (3-4) defeated the St. Louis Cardinals (4-3), 4-0, giving fans even more to celebrate.