Tim Yanke channels tragedy through his artwork, remembering 9/11
Tim Yanke, born in Detroit, grew up in a creative family and started drawing at a young age. He is an American artist who uses the colors and culture of the Southwestern United States to create bold, rhythmic, and compelling art. Yanke is best known for abstract artwork, the depiction of dragonfly imagery, and his representations of the U.S. flag, known as “Yanke Doodles.”
Tim Yanke, born in Detroit, grew up in a creative family and started drawing at a young age. He is an American artist who uses the colors and culture of the Southwestern United States to create bold, rhythmic, and compelling art. Yanke is best known for abstract artwork, the depiction of dragonfly imagery, and his representations of the U.S. flag, known as “Yanke Doodles.”
Ford to invest $1 billion in new Kentucky truck plant
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
STRIKE FOR LITERACY WITH AMON-RA ST. BROWN
Sydnee sat down with Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to discuss how his organization, The St. Brown Foundation, is strengthening local youth literacy and giving back to the community. As part of these efforts, the foundation partnered with Rhymes with Reason at Durfee Elementary-Middle School in Detroit. The program uses music-based courses to boost student engagement and track measurable improvements in reading skills.
Sydnee sat down with Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to discuss how his organization, The St. Brown Foundation, is strengthening local youth literacy and giving back to the community. As part of these efforts, the foundation partnered with Rhymes with Reason at Durfee Elementary-Middle School in Detroit. The program uses music-based courses to boost student engagement and track measurable improvements in reading skills.
Tourism officials urge visitors to avoid Hawaiian island in wake of Hurricane Lowell
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell.
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell.
Teen rescued after clinging to capsized boat for days in frigid Alaska waters
A 15-year-old boy was rescued this week after clinging for two days to a capsized boat in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.
A 15-year-old boy was rescued this week after clinging for two days to a capsized boat in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.
Sterling Heights man arrested after exposing himself, assaulting woman in Waterford
Waterford Police say that Kyle Teschler, of Sterling Heights, was at Waterford Oaks County Park on Sept. 10, when he exposed himself to a 40-year-old woman and allegedly was fondling himself.
Waterford Police say that Kyle Teschler, of Sterling Heights, was at Waterford Oaks County Park on Sept. 10, when he exposed himself to a 40-year-old woman and allegedly was fondling himself.
The Manology Project hosts Huddle Men's Meetup at BLVD in Southfield
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Quentin Crumbley, Founder of The Manology Project, to discuss the upcoming Huddle Men's Meetup at BLVD in Southfield.
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Quentin Crumbley, Founder of The Manology Project, to discuss the upcoming Huddle Men's Meetup at BLVD in Southfield.
Stagecrafters presents "Come From Away"
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Brian DePetris, cast member of "Come From Away" to discuss how the musical honors 9/11 25 years later.
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Brian DePetris, cast member of "Come From Away" to discuss how the musical honors 9/11 25 years later.
The story behind Antidote, Ivy Kitchen + Cocktails
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Nya Marshall, Owner of Antidote Detroit and Ivy Kitchen + Cocktails, to discuss how she went from an electrical engineer to a restauranteur and entrepreneur.
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Nya Marshall, Owner of Antidote Detroit and Ivy Kitchen + Cocktails, to discuss how she went from an electrical engineer to a restauranteur and entrepreneur.
Teaching a new generation about 9/11
How do you explain a national tragedy like 9/11 to kids? And what is it like teaching something as "history" when you lived through it yourself? Lindsay Demsky, a middle school teacher at St. Anne Catholic Grade School, explains.
How do you explain a national tragedy like 9/11 to kids? And what is it like teaching something as "history" when you lived through it yourself? Lindsay Demsky, a middle school teacher at St. Anne Catholic Grade School, explains.
Farmington community marks 25 years since 9/11 with somber remembrance ceremony
People all over the country are honoring those who lost their lives in the September 11th terrorist attacks, 25 years ago.
People all over the country are honoring those who lost their lives in the September 11th terrorist attacks, 25 years ago.
The economic impact of 9/11 25 years later
Detroit Regional Chamber CEO Sandy Baruah recounts his experience working inside the Bush administration in the chaos of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Detroit Regional Chamber CEO Sandy Baruah recounts his experience working inside the Bush administration in the chaos of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Arab Americans 25 years after 9/11
Osama Siblani, publisher of the Arab American News, opens up about his personal experience with a surge in Islamophobia following 9/11, and the attempt on his life made just hours after the towers fell.
Osama Siblani, publisher of the Arab American News, opens up about his personal experience with a surge in Islamophobia following 9/11, and the attempt on his life made just hours after the towers fell.
Detroit Fire Department Lieutenant recalls rushing to Ground Zero to help
DFD Lieutenant Jeremy Desmet tells his story of rushing to Ground Zero on 9/11, 25 years later.
DFD Lieutenant Jeremy Desmet tells his story of rushing to Ground Zero on 9/11, 25 years later.
How has policing changed in the US since 9/11
Dearborn Police Chief Ron Haddad reflects on his experience working with Homeland Security in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks, and how that tragic day changed policing in America.
Dearborn Police Chief Ron Haddad reflects on his experience working with Homeland Security in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks, and how that tragic day changed policing in America.
Somber Farmington ceremony honors those who died on 9/11
In Metro Detroit, it was a somber gathering in Riley Park, but in a way it was comforting for people to be together. For those who were alive and remember the horrors of that day and the weeks that followed, it’s something you never forget, as nearly three thousand people were killed.
In Metro Detroit, it was a somber gathering in Riley Park, but in a way it was comforting for people to be together. For those who were alive and remember the horrors of that day and the weeks that followed, it’s something you never forget, as nearly three thousand people were killed.
9/11 survivor shares his story
Stanley Praimnath spoke today, telling his story as a survivor of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks.
Stanley Praimnath spoke today, telling his story as a survivor of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks.
Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Talking about World Suicide Prevention Day
People across Metro Detroit joined a nationwide effort to raise awareness and help prevent suicide.
People across Metro Detroit joined a nationwide effort to raise awareness and help prevent suicide.
FBI investigating possible ricin contamination in Hastings
A possible ricin contamination in Hastings has prompted an investigation involving the FBI, Michigan State Police and health officials.
A possible ricin contamination in Hastings has prompted an investigation involving the FBI, Michigan State Police and health officials.