Despite cultural norms, retirement homes only option for many elderly Arabs
DEARBORN — Despite cultural norms and prevailing challenges, more Arab American families are embracing retirement and assisted living housing for their elderly relatives. There is a common consensus among health care professionals and researchers that most people— regardless of ethnicity— prefer not to admit their loved ones to...
Dealership, customers demand answers from SOS over revoked car titles
December 18th, 20150 Car owners who haven't received their titles protest in front of Secretary of State on Monday, Dec. 14DETROIT — The owner of a Detroit dealership whose license was revoked by the state earlier this year is claiming negligence by the Secretary of State for leaving more than 100 customers without titles to their cars. Big 3 Auto Sales,...
Civil rights group, community leaders combat rise of hate crimes across the nation
December 18th, 20150 Interfaith leaders and civil rights groups gather in solidarity against Islamophobia on Thursday, December 17 - Islamic House of WisdomDEARBORN — Hussein El-Katib and his daughter were driving along I-79 North in West Virginia on the morning of Saturday, December 12 when they spotted a vehicle that caught their attention. A black...
Michigan’s Middle Eastern Commission backs Snyder’s refugee pause
December 17th, 20150 A Syrian refugee carries his daughter the Canadian processing centre for Syrian refugees in JordanDEARBORN — When Gov. Rick Snyder announced a pause in efforts to bring in new Syrian refugees to Michigan after the terrorist attacks in Paris, major Arab, Muslim, immigration advocacy and civil rights organization criticized...
Security guard shoots armed man in Dearborn Heights courthouse
December 17th, 20150 The courthouse on Thursday morning DEARBORN HEGHTS — A security guard fatally shot a man at the Dearborn Heights district courthouse after he confronted the officer with a knife, police said.The incident occurred on Thursday around 8:45 a.m.State police identified the suspect as Mark Henning, 48, of Dearborn Heights. Henning...
Michigan State Police raids Dearborn City Halll
December 16th, 20150 DEARBORN — Michigan State Police investigators raided Dearborn's City Hall Wednesday afternoon on suspicion of embezzlement.State Police detectives carried out boxes from the office of the Dearborn City Clerk shortly after the raid. Police served a search warrant to City Clerk Kathy Buda.Dearborn City Attorney Laurie Ellerbrake said...
“Pro-ISIS” Dearborn rally was an anti-ISIS demonstration
December 16th, 20150 Imam Husham Al-Husainy speaking at the rally. Photo: Karbala CenterDEARBORN — There was a "pro-ISIS" rally in Dearborn, a widely circulated social media post is claiming. But the gathering portrayed in the photo that was shared thousands of times is actually of a demonstration against terrorism.The march, on Dec. 5, which was...Cursing in front of women is no longer illegal in Michigan
SnyderLANSING — Gov. Snyder signed a legislation Tuesday repealing several outdated laws. Cursing in front of women or children or playing the national anthem out of tune will no longer be criminal acts punishable by jail time in Michigan."Modernizing state government is an ongoing effort," Snyder said. "I appreciate the work of the...Robber calls Grand Rapids store clerk “terrorist” before shooting him
The suspect inside the storeGRAND RAPIDS — During an armed robbery, a Grand Rapids store clerk of Indian descent was called a "terrorist" before he was shot in the face, MLive reported.The robber shot the clerk in the cheek before midnight on Saturday, Dec. 12. The victim did not sustain life-threatening injuries and is now in stable...New principal appointed at Fordson High School
Hey AlcordrayDEARBORN — The Dearborn School Board has appointed a new Principal at Fordson High School. On Monday, December 14, Heyam Alcodray was appointed to the position per the Board's approval.Alcodray is currently the Principal at McCollough/Unis School, and was formerly Principal of Henry Ford Early College. She was also a...Attorney Helal Farhat appointed as 19th District Court Magistrate
Farhat.DEARBORN — Attorney Helal Farhat has been appointed as a part time 19th District Court Magistrate, filling a vacancy left by former magistrate Adel Harb, who last month was appointed to the 3rd Circuit Court by Governor Snyder. Farhat attended Wayne State University Law school where he obtained his Juris Doctor degree in 2002....
Muslim Americans raise $200,000 for California victims’ families
December 11th, 20150 Clayborn, a victim in the San Bernardino shooting.DETROIT — Launch-good, a Detroit based Muslim funding platform, has raised almost $200,000 this week to cover expenses of the California shooting victims’ families. In just four days, the Muslims United for San Bernardino campaign has raised close to $200,000 from more than...Wayne County Commission addresses inaccurate reports
WAYNE COUNTY -You may have read or heard some nasty things about the Wayne County Commission recently. Most of it is greatly exaggerated, distorted or entirely untrue. Inaccuracies in a few Detroit News opinion columns were repeated and reported as if they were fact. The editorials stoked the fire, which got the attention of TV and...
Community members, officials weigh in on gun debate
December 11th, 20150 Amira AyyoubDEARBORN — As small business owners, many Arab Americans carry guns for protection. However, recent mass shootings across the country have reignited the gun control debate. Over the past few years, gun violence has claimed many lives in the community. Several suicides, homicides and a murder-suicide were all carried out...Obama: Syrian refugee to resettle in Troy is an ‘inspiration’
Photo by Humans of New York.TROY — A Syrian refugee who will be resettled in Troy was welcomed by President Obama via Facebook Wednesday. "As a husband and a father, I cannot even begin to imagine the loss you have endured. You and your family are an inspiration," Obama commented on a Facebook post that had been shared more than......
UM-D students urge City Council to vote on Syrian refugee resolution
A UMD student addresses City Council. DEARBORN – The Social Justice League (SJL) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn wants the City Council to pass a resolution that would welcome Syrian refugees. Members of the organization say they drafted the resolution following Governor Snyder’s controversial decision to put a halt to...
‘He Named Me Malala’ shortlisted for Oscar, shows in Dearborn
December 11th, 20150 Panelists lead the discussion after the showing of "He Named Me Malala"DEARBORN — One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world, said Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani teenager who was shot by the Taliban at age 15 for speaking out about the need for girls’ education. “He Named Me Malala” recounts the......
Dearborn resident shouldn’t claim false discrimination
December 11th, 20150 DEARBORN — In recent weeks, residents have contacted The Arab American News to report incidents where they or someone they knew were allegedly discriminated against because they were Muslim or Arab. While reports of discrimination should never be disregarded, after a thorough investigation on our end, we’ve concluded that...Protesters highlight mixed feelings about Detroit post-bankruptcy
Shirley Lightsey talks about her experience as a pensioner affected by Detroit's bankruptcy.DETROIT — The city emerged from the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history one year ago, but not all residents think the process has been positive.A forum held Wednesday night to discuss the state of the city post-bankruptcy became a show...House passes “discriminatory” Visa Waiver bill
Participant nations in the Visa Waiver ProgramWASHINGTON — The House passed a bill that would restrict the travel of Iraqi and Syrian nationals to the United States, even if they are natives of nations whose citizens can enter the United States without obtaining a visa.The bill, which overhauls the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), was...Area leaders receive “Community Hero Awards”
Community Hero Award recipients DEARBORN— Local community leaders received awards recognizing them as "Community Heroes" at The Lava Lounge in Dearborn Heights on Monday, Dec. 7.Hosted by community activist Kimberly Ismail and presented by state Rep. George Darany (D- Dearborn), the award ceremony celebrated local business owners who......
Sam Baydoun appointed president of Dearborn Area Board of Realtors
Sam Baydoun (L) with Gary Reggish, the President of Michigan Realtors. DEARBORN — Sam Baydoun of Century 21 Curran & Christie, is the new president of the Dearborn Area Board of Realtors, replacing Al Makled of Remax Leading Edge. The Board held it general membership meeting on Tuesday December 8, at Byblos Banquet Hall. During...
Muslim Americans praise Obama’s speech, with reservations
December 10th, 20150 "ISIL does not speak for Islam."DEARBORN — ISIS is a death cult of thugs that does not speak for Islam, President Obama said in a rare Oval Office address on Sunday.The speech was in response to the San Bernardino, CA shooting that left 14 people dead. The president sent a strongly worded message in defense of the Muslim community,......
Byblos celebrates 10th anniversary, its hummus to be sold in supermarkets
Byblos Banquet Hall located at Chase and Warren Roads.DEARBORN — Byblos Banquet Hall has been intertwined in the community's fabric and history since it opened its doors in 2005. Yousef (Joe) Bazzi, co-owner of the lavish banquet hall, said the food they serve is the common factor that unites people, no matter their ethnicity. Of all...
Algerian, U.S. government and business officials discuss investments and partnerships
December 4th, 20150 Algerian delegates discuss investments and partnerships with American CEOs - The Arab American News.DEARBORN — Algerian government officials and prominent CEO's met with U.S. executives to promote business partnerships and investment between the two countries. The conference, held at The Henry Hotel on Tuesday, is described by......
