This week, Howes says Detroit’s first new auto plant in nearly 30 years is a go, but not without the usual complaining about process and untrustworthy business people. The city’s deal with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV gives city residents first crack at the nearly 5,000 jobs to be created there – and offers yet more evidence that the Motor City is turning a real corner.

Daniel Howes is columnist and associate business …

Daniel Howes' Weekend Essay

This week, Howes says Detroit’s first new auto pl…