News across Greater Detroit
Improving Arab and African American relationships beyond responding to crises
There was an unfortunate series of events which took place last week, which have renewed conversations in Metro Detroit regarding tensions between Arab American and African American communities. An incident in the Warrendale neighborhood in Detroit involving an Arab American…
Dearborn Public Schools receives $460,565 grant to serve more Michigan-grown food
DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools has received a $460,565 grant and support services to serve more Michigan-grown and produced food in the more than 3 million meals it provides students each year. Officials from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development…
U-M study shows Detroit anti-gun violence program appears to be working
An analysis by the University of Michigan shows a sharp drop in Detroit gun violence connected to a violence prevention program. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
Michigan environmental news: State faces $85 billion water funding need as aging pipes fail
Michigan may need up to $85 billion over 20 years to fix water infrastructure after a wave of main breaks. Plus: DTE's 20-year energy plan, rising COVID levels, PFAS cleanup progress, and more environmental news from across the state.
Fatal stabbing of Chipotle worker raises concerns about downtown Detroit safety
DETROIT — While taking a break in the alley behind her workplace, an employee of a Chipotle restaurant on Woodward Avenue in downtown Detroit was stabbed several times and killed in broad daylight on Sunday, in view of passersby. Although Detroit police quickly identified and…
Dana Nessel endorses Abdul El-Sayed in U.S. Senate race
BIRMINGHAM — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has endorsed Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, saying the decision “wasn’t easy” amid opposition to the progressive candidate from some supporters of Israel over his advocacy for Palestinian rights. Appearing on a…
Roseville woman charged with threatening Dearborn mayor, mosque and Arab residents
DEARBORN — Prosecutors have filed several criminal charges against an Arab American woman from Roseville after she called Dearborn police and threatened violence against Arabs coming from Dearborn to Macomb County. The defendant, Alicia Choucair, 33, appeared in Dearborn’s 19th…
Mario Andretti and Chip Ganassi return to Michigan for the American Speed Festival
PONTIAC — Two of the biggest names in American racing will be celebrated at M1 Concourse when Mario Andretti and Chip Ganassi are honored as the 2026 Master of Motorsports at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, following the day’s American Speed Festival events. Admission to the…
Dearborn Heights names new council chair and pro-tem, accepting applications for vacant seat
DEARBORN HEIGHTS — During the Sept. 22 City Council meeting, the Dearborn Heights City Council appointed a new Council chair and Council chair pro-tem. In a 4-2 vote, Councilman Hassan Saab was appointed to be the new Council chair while Councilman Bob Constan was appointed to be…
Voices: How clean energy can drive Detroit’s growth
Updating old building stock not only improves energy efficiency and affordability, it's also an economic engine for the neighborhoods that need it most, says Elevate CEO Anne Evens.
Festival of the Senses returns this weekend!
September 26 & 27, 2026 Clinton Township Civic Center 40700 Romeo Plank Rd.
School Board Candidate-Ginny Jeup
Virginia “Ginny” Jeup Campaign website: jeupforschoolboard.org Campaign email: ginnyjeup4schools@gmail.com Years in Grosse Pointe: 26 Profession: Business owner Endorsements: Former GPPSS Superintendent Andrea Tuttle, Pointers for Academic Excellence, former Grosse Pointe Park…