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Two Michigan students named 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 16th, 20230 On May 10, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. The Michigan scholars include (hometown, scholar, school): MI – Bloomfield Hills – Adnan...
Nearly 22,000 student loan borrowers in Michigan approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May 16th, 20230 To mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for approximately $42 billion in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) since October 2021. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), covers public employees — such as teachers, firefighters and...
Dearborn Police respond to reported threat at Fordson High School; threat deemed not credible
May 10th, 20230 DEARBORN – On the morning of Monday, May 8, the parent of a student at Fordson High School notified school officials that their child was made aware of threats to the school, prompting school staff to contact Dearborn Police. School administrators and resource officers learned the origin of the reported threat and attempted to...
City of Dearborn reminds residents of Garage Sale Rules; Garage Sale Locator
May 8th, 20230 DEARBORN – Warm weather brings garage and estate sales, and the city of Dearborn wants to ensure that residents and enthusiasts know of a new feature in its second year that is intended to help advertise and locate the garage and estate sales within City limits. This service is available year-round for sales that may take place...
Islamophobic incident at Wayne State University leaves Muslim students feeling unsafe
May 6th, 20230 DETROIT — Muslim students at Wayne State University now fear for their safety after an incident on campus. A religious group was seen on Wayne State's campus on April 19, holding anti-Islamic signs, making Islamophobic remarks and even stomping on the Quran at one point. A religious group threw Islam's holy book — the Quran —...
Benson: Mechanic certification tests now improved and more accessible
May 6th, 20230 LANSING – On May 4, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced improvements to the mechanic certification process. Updated certification exams now cover current automotive technology and can be taken at students’ schools instead of Secretary of State Offices. “Making mechanic tests available at schools where students already...
U.S. appeals court upholds dismissal of lawsuit linking American Palestinian group to “terrorism”
May 6th, 20230 WASHINGTON D.C. – On May 2, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit charging that a Palestinian rights organization had provided “material support” for terrorism by engaging in advocacy. Brought by the Jewish National Fund (JNF) and several U.S. citizens who live in Israel, the suit targeted First...
Muslim New Jersey mayor blocked from attending Eid al-Fitr celebration at the White House
May 6th, 20230 WASHINGTON D.C. — A Muslim mayor in New Jersey was blocked from attending a belated Eid al-Fitr celebration hosted by President Biden. The White House held an Eid al-Fitr event to celebrate the end of the Muslim holly month of Ramadan on Monday, May 1, where President Biden addressed the invited guests. The mayor of Prospect...
Suspect charged with homicide of Canton man
May 5th, 20230 CANTON - Jeffrey Dwight Locke was arraigned today in 35th District Court for the murder of 69-year old Canton resident, Glen Mclean. Locke, 50, was charged with one count of First Degree, Premeditated Homicide, punishable by life without parole. Police began their investigation when Mclean, and one of his vehicles, was reported...
Attorney General Nessel on Elder Abuse Task Force Recommendations, Guardianship Reforms in State Senate
May 1st, 20230 LANSING — Last week, legislation was formally introduced to reform the states guardianship laws, many of them included policies being remedies prescribed by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s Elder Abuse Task Force, after introduction by several state senators. “I am encouraged to see, and obviously supportive of,...
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson receives national award for protecting democracy
May 1st, 20230 LANSING — Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson received the Brennan Center for Justice at 2023 Legacy Award at a ceremony in New York City on April 25. Benson was selected for the national honor for her work protecting fair elections in Michigan and defending American democracy. “I am deeply honored and accept this on behalf of the...
Detroit contractor charged for fraudulently billing the city more than $1 million in demolition program
May 1st, 20230 LANSING — Criminal enterprise and false pretense charges have been filed against David MacDonald, 50, of Howell, who is accused of fraudulently billing the city of Detroit more than $1 million for backfill dirt used at demolished properties that he obtained at no cost and from contaminated sources, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel...
U.S. Reps. Tlaib and Dingell lead Congressional effort on adding MENA category to Census
May 1st, 20230 WASHINGTON, D.C. – On April 27, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor) led 20 of their colleagues in a joint congressional public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to end the systemic erasure of the Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) community. The...
New Michigan program helps low-income households pay overdue water and wastewater bills
April 21st, 20230 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Low income residents in Dearborn Heights who are experiencing difficulty paying overdue water and wastewater bills may qualify for some relief from Michigan’s new Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). The temporary emergency program, just announced, was created specifically to help...
U.S. Reps Rashida Tlaib and Debbie Dingell introduce resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr
April 21st, 20230 WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor) introduced a resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan, and offering best wishes and support to all Muslims for a joyous and meaningful celebration. “Ramadan is a time for us to renew......
Fourteen buildings named Green Schools in Dearborn
April 21st, 20230 DEARBORN — Just in time for Earth Day on Saturday, Wayne County and Wayne County RESA are recognizing 14 Dearborn Public Schools this year as Green Schools for their work on environmental initiatives. To be recognized, schools must complete several earth-friendly items from a list, including recycling, energy conservation,...
Dearborn, Hamtramck are the first U.S. cities to make the Eid a paid holiday
April 21st, 20231 Dearborn is making history as Mayor Abdullah Hammoud has made the Islamic holiday of Eid a paid holiday for the city's employees. The Eid marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Muslims all over the world celebrate the Eid with their loved ones, commemorating the completion of their month of prayer, fasting and...
Michigan’s youth voter turnout in the 2022 election was best in the nation
April 21st, 20230 LANSING — Young people in Michigan turned out to vote last November at a higher rate than anywhere else in the country, according to the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) at Tufts University. Voters ages 18-29 turned out at a rate of 37 percent in Michigan, higher than any other state...
Dearborn sues trucking company Pro-V over air pollution concerns
April 21st, 20230 DEARBORN – The city of Dearborn has filed a lawsuit against Pro-V Enterprises, LLC for excessive track-out and fugitive dust that it says endangers the health of residents in the area. Track-out refers to the dirt, dust and sediment attached to vehicles traveling to and from an industrial or construction site. According to the U.S.......
$4.7 million available to help Michigan businesses address talent shortages
April 21st, 20230 LANSING — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has released a competitive Request for Proposals to support the development of new, or the enhancement of existing, employer-led collaboratives throughout the state. $4.7 million in grant awards are available to organizations through the Sector Strategies...
Suspect arrested in stabbing of imam while praying at mosque in New Jersey
April 20th, 20230 PATERSON, NJ — An imam at a mosque in Paterson, New Jersey was stabbed while leading prayers. Around 5:30 a.m. last Sunday, Imam Sayed Elnakib was stabbed several times while praying at the Omar Mosque, according to reports. The alleged attacker, Serif Zorba, was restrained by the other individuals praying in the mosque. The......
Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month with events across New York City
April 8th, 20230 NEW YORK — The second annual New York Arab Festival (NYAF) takes place in venues across New York City from April 7 through May 17 to honor and celebrate Arab American Heritage Month, which coincides with Ramadan this year. The NYAF is programming multiple live in-person events in partnership with several pioneering institutions across...
Tlaib and Dingell introduce resolution recognizing Arab American Heritage Month
April 8th, 20231 DETROIT — U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor) introduced a resolution honoring Arab American Heritage Month, a month-long celebration held in April to recognize the incredible contributions Arab Americans have made in the United States. “It is always an honor to introduce a resolution......
