BookPALS reading program gives kids the chance for new books and new friends
"Exposure to people who are different and bridging socio-economic gaps vitally important and the earlier we do that the better for everyone involved," said Betsy Durant.
"Exposure to people who are different and bridging socio-economic gaps vitally important and the earlier we do that the better for everyone involved," said Betsy Durant.
Teachers aren't happy with Detroit school's scheduled start next week
Several members of Detroit Public Schools are protesting the planned reopening of the district next week. They're arguing until the pandemic is under control, students shouldn't return to classes
Several members of Detroit Public Schools are protesting the planned reopening of the district next week. They're arguing until the pandemic is under control, students shouldn't return to classes
State's largest liquor distributor slapped with $3 million fine for last year's delays
Attorney General Dana Nessel has slapped Michigan's largest liquor distributor with a $3 million fine for errors that caused delays in distribution during the 2019 holiday season.
Attorney General Dana Nessel has slapped Michigan's largest liquor distributor with a $3 million fine for errors that caused delays in distribution during the 2019 holiday season.
Gov. Whitmer to announce actions to protect students returning to school this fall using federal relief funds
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel will hold a press conference at 2 p.m. on Tuesday to discuss how the state is going to ensure proper use of federal relief funds that are allocated for schools in the state.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel will hold a press conference at 2 p.m. on Tuesday to discuss how the state is going to ensure proper use of federal relief funds that are allocated for schools in the state.
Mich. sues DeVos over use pandemic funds, says Detroit could miss out on $2.6M
Michigan is joining a lawsuit with four other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit that says Betsy DeVos and the Department of Education are taking money from the poor to give to the rich.
Michigan is joining a lawsuit with four other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit that says Betsy DeVos and the Department of Education are taking money from the poor to give to the rich.
Greenlight Fund Detroit raises funds to fight poverty with new literacy program
It is being launched in a dozen schools and community organizations next week. They are reaching out to families - but hope to expand the program in the fall.
It is being launched in a dozen schools and community organizations next week. They are reaching out to families - but hope to expand the program in the fall.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces school plan for fall 2020 with unveiling of Return to School Roadmap
As COVID-19 cases start to climb back up in Michigan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer is releasing the Return to School Roadmap to get students and teachers back in the classroom for the fall semester.
As COVID-19 cases start to climb back up in Michigan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer is releasing the Return to School Roadmap to get students and teachers back in the classroom for the fall semester.
Urge to rename Cass Tech heats up: Lewis Cass was slave owner and helped cause Trail of Tears
What is in a name? For some, everything. For others it is what you make of it, and such is the conversation about renaming Cass Tech, one of Detroit's most prestigious schools- and one named after an enslaver.
What is in a name? For some, everything. For others it is what you make of it, and such is the conversation about renaming Cass Tech, one of Detroit's most prestigious schools- and one named after an enslaver.
Schools, local governments mostly insulated from budget cuts in new agreement
A busy news day is on the way for Tuesday, much of it coming from the state government which announced it had come to an agreement on its budgetary shortfall. Most of the cuts won't be for schools or local governments.
A busy news day is on the way for Tuesday, much of it coming from the state government which announced it had come to an agreement on its budgetary shortfall. Most of the cuts won't be for schools or local governments.
UM board rejects budget proposal which included 1.9% tuition hike for students
The University of Michigan's Board of Regents failed to approve a budget for the school on Thursday, which included tuition hikes on all three of the school's campuses.
The University of Michigan's Board of Regents failed to approve a budget for the school on Thursday, which included tuition hikes on all three of the school's campuses.
HS valedictorian earns perfect attendance since pre-K, receives more than $430K in scholarships
Ashanti Palmer graduated from Nellie A. Thornton High School and the Performing & Visual Arts Magnet Program in New York.
Ashanti Palmer graduated from Nellie A. Thornton High School and the Performing & Visual Arts Magnet Program in New York.
U-M cancels Oct. 15 presidential debate over coronavirus
The University of Michigan has cancelled the scheduled presidential debate planned for Oct. 15 over health concerns linked to COVID-19.
The University of Michigan has cancelled the scheduled presidential debate planned for Oct. 15 over health concerns linked to COVID-19.
GOP's $1.3 billion 'Return to Learn Plan' calls for $800 per student, $500 hazard pay for teachers
House and Senate GOP lawmakers are planning to release their 'Return to Learn' academic plan that will work as a roadmap for school districts preparing for the 2020-21 school year
House and Senate GOP lawmakers are planning to release their 'Return to Learn' academic plan that will work as a roadmap for school districts preparing for the 2020-21 school year
Metro Detroit bookstore's sales surge as readers search for books on race (reading list included)
Though the pandemic hit hard, a Detroit bookstore owner that specializes in African American culture and literature has been flooded with businesses as people look to learn more about race and social injustice.
Though the pandemic hit hard, a Detroit bookstore owner that specializes in African American culture and literature has been flooded with businesses as people look to learn more about race and social injustice.
UM classes slated to return in fall, with mix of in-person and remote learning offered
The University of Michigan has announced plans for its fall semester on its Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn campuses.
The University of Michigan has announced plans for its fall semester on its Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn campuses.
BAMN says Gov. Whitmer's plan to open schools in fall is premature, dangerous
Members of Equal Opportunity Now By Any Means Necessary in Detroit say Gov. Whitmer's decision to open schools to in-person learning in the fall is premature and dangerous.
Members of Equal Opportunity Now By Any Means Necessary in Detroit say Gov. Whitmer's decision to open schools to in-person learning in the fall is premature and dangerous.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces schools can resume in-person learning in Phase 4
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Wednesday the next steps in the state's roadmap to reopen schools and resume in-person learning amid COVID-19.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Wednesday the next steps in the state's roadmap to reopen schools and resume in-person learning amid COVID-19.
EMU announces "Single Room Guarantee" for enrolling students ahead of fall semester
Eastern Michigan University is rolling out its "Single Room Guarantee" plan for students enrolling at the school interested in having their own space amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eastern Michigan University is rolling out its "Single Room Guarantee" plan for students enrolling at the school interested in having their own space amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yale University offers free course on African American history ‘from emancipation to the present’
There are a number of free courses offered online about the history of the black experience in America to those seeking to educate themselves and give context to recent events.
There are a number of free courses offered online about the history of the black experience in America to those seeking to educate themselves and give context to recent events.
Detroit Public Schools releases 2020-21 reopening plan, includes small classes, face masks for students
Detroit Public Schools released its initial plan for the 2020-21 school year, which includes smaller class sizes, staggered scheduled, virtual learning, and face masks for students.
Detroit Public Schools released its initial plan for the 2020-21 school year, which includes smaller class sizes, staggered scheduled, virtual learning, and face masks for students.