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Exchange students enrich area schools, host communities
Foreign exchange programs open the door to educational opportunities for international students, while exposing them to American culture, introducing them to new friends and even opening the door to life-changing moments. While in the U.S., exchange students experience a new…
Editorial cartoon
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Events welcoming George Jewett Trophy to Howell set for Oct. 9
An event welcoming the George Jewett Trophy to Howell is set for 2-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 at the Howell Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Ave. in the heart of the city’s downtown. After that, the trophy will be on display in the concourse near the concession stand of the Howell High…
Michigan environmental news: State announces $89 million for Detroit, Kalamazoo river cleanup
Michigan will invest $89 million in Detroit and Kalamazoo river cleanup through a new program announced by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The state is also joining legal challenges against Trump administration rollbacks of power plant emissions and fuel economy standards.
‘What environmental racism looks like’: Protest targets University of Michigan computing center
A University of Michigan regent joins residents, labor representatives, and township officials at protest against planned $1.25-billion computing facility in Ypsilanti Township, where critics say the tax-exempt project targets a lower-income community while providing few local…
Prosecutor might appeal judge’s dismissal of charges against man accused of trying to lure girl into woods
Livingston County Prosecutor Carolyn Henry said in a release that she is considering appealing the decision of 53rd District Court Judge Daniel Bain, who dismissed the charge against a man accused of trying to lure an 8-year-old girl into the woods to give her “a surprise.” Ryan…
Between deportation and war: The plight of Yemeni asylum seekers
When H.K. first came to the U.S. more than eight years ago, her native Yemen was mired in civil war. Today, that war threatens to become a second front in President Trump’s conflict with Iran, further straining global oil supplies and the broader economy. But for H.K., a…
Iran talks stall as Yemen fighting escalates and Flydubai probe continues
Iran: U.S. and Iranian officials held separate talks with mediators Monday over a revised ceasefire proposal covering Iran and Lebanon, sanctions relief and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. By Thursday, President Trump said Iran’s offer was insufficient and suggested renewed…
Dearborn and nearby cities welcome fall with coffee, cider and Halloween events
As temperatures drop and trees begin changing color, Dearborn and neighboring cities are welcoming fall with a busy calendar of activities and events featuring coffee, arts, local markets and apple orchards, as well as haunted trails and Halloween celebrations. Throughout…
Judge orders 37 ballots counted in disputed Hamtramck 2025 mayoral race
HAMTRAMCK — After 10 months of legal disputes, Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Kathleen McCarthy issued an order on Wednesday directing the county’s Board of Canvassers to count 37 absentee ballots excluded from last November’s election after they unexpectedly surfaced in the…
Crestwood student Ahmad Bazzi a winner in Michigan’s “I Voted” sticker contest
DEARBORN HEIGHTS — An Arab American student at Crestwood High School in Dearborn Heights is a winner in Michigan’s contest for the best designs for the “I Voted” stickers that voters receive after casting their ballots at polling stations. Michigan will offer nine winning designs…
Dearborn recognized for financial transparency for the fourth straight year
DEARBORN — For the fourth consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the city of Dearborn its Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, recognizing its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending…