Local Pro-Morsi protesters condemn Cairo violence
DEARBORN — Hundreds of local residents gathered outside of the Henry Ford Centennial Library on Wednesday, August 14, to condemn the massacre that occurred in Cairo earlier that day, when the country's military regime, aided with snipers and bulldozers, left close to 500 protestors dead and over 1,000 injured as of Thursday....
Family and friends honor Helen Thomas legacy at memorial service
August 16th, 20130 TROY — Family and friends of Helen Thomas gathered at the St. George Orthodox Church here Thursday, where the legendary White House Correspondent was remembered at a memorial service in her honor.The public knew Thomas as a tough and courageous journalist, but family members of the icon shared stories about who she was outside of the...
Primary election a victory for local communities, despite low turn-out
August 9th, 20130 DEARBORN — Despite lower turnouts across the board, the Primary elections ended on a positive note for the Arab and Muslim American communities in Dearborn and Hamtramck.Attracting the majority of the attention in Dearborn was the city council race, which saw three first-time Arab American city council candidates advance to the...1.8 million to face cuts in food assistance this fall in Michigan
MICHIGAN — In Michigan, 1.8 million people will see a cut in their food assistance benefits this fall, when a temporary boost to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — or SNAP, formerly known as food stamps — is set to expire, according to a new report from the Washington, D.C.-based Center on Budget and Policy...National group hosts Dearborn iftar with Syrian Ambassador to UN, religious and community leaders
DEARBORN — More than 400 Arab Americans gathered here Friday, Aug. 2 at Greenfield Manor, where Dr. Bashar Al-Jaafari, Syria’s permanent representative to the United Nations and Archbishop Louka Al-Khour, deputy patriarch of the Antiochian Orthodox Church, spoke at an Iftar dinner. Those who attended the event are supporters of...Syria’s ambassador to UN discusses opposition, Geneva II and future of Syria
Syria's ambassador to the United Nations, Bashar Jaafari, said that the Syrian crisis will be solved at the right moment, when the internal, regional and international dimensions of the war positively overlap.He added that such a solution is not simple and involves aspects that the Syrian government cannot control on its own. "We...
Vacant stores in west Dearborn: A challenge for City, business owners
August 9th, 20130 Dearborn is the birthplace of Henry Ford, an American symbol of innovation and prosperity. The City is also home to the Greenfield Village, Ford Motor Company’s world headquarters and dozens of other cultural, dining and commercial attractions. However, the City’s west side downtown area does not seem to be in the best possible...Lansing woman buys explosive device from garage sale
LANSING — A woman unknowingly purchased an explosive device at a Lansing area garage sale on Sunday, Aug. 4. According to a WXLI- TV report, the Michigan State Police bomb squad successfully defused the bomb, after responding to a call from the woman's house. No injuries were reported.The woman says that she had visited...Head of Detroit FBI steps down, makes tough career choice for family
Detroit--Detroit FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Foley announced this week that he is leaving the City, after less than a year on the job, for personal reasons.Foley has decided to step down to dedicate more time to his family. His decision was made after a family member developed a health problem, during his tenure in Detroit....“Transformer 4” filming in Detroit
DETROIT — The Rosa Parks Transit Center in downtown Detroit was transformed into a movie set this week, as filming commenced in the City on Sunday, Aug. 4 for the "Transformers 4" movie. The bus station and surrounding streets were shut down on Sunday at 5 a.m. and reopened on Monday at 4 a.m. The Detroit Department of...Orr hires auction firm to value DIA art
DETROIT — Emergency Manager Kevin Orr has hired Christie’s Appraisals, a New York-based international auction house, to appraise the City-owned collection at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Orr said, in a statement on Monday, August 5, that the City's plan has never been to sell art, but the City must know the current value of...Cancer doctor accused of misdiagnosing patients to enrich himself
ROCHESTER HILLS —A physician is accused of misdiagnosing patients with cancer and making them undergo chemotherapy deliberately to enrich himself. Dr. Farid Fata was arrested Tuesday morning at his Rochester Hills practice by federal agents. He appeared in court Thursday, and faced Judge David Grant who set the conditions of...Law Corner: Injured employees usually cannot sue their employer
Michigan, like many states, utilizes a workers’ compensation system to provide for medical care and lost wages for employees who are injured on the job. Under the workers’ compensation system, most employers are required to obtain workers’ compensation insurance. In the event that an employee is injured, or becomes ill...Ficano initiative aims to generate revenues for financially distressed municipalities
WAYNE COUNTY — An initiative launched by Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano is continuing to bring municipal leaders from across the County together to engage in important conversations about generating different streams of revenue for communities that have been struggling financially as a result of the 2008 housing...Community rallies in support of International Al-Quds Day
DEARBORN — Rallies in support of International Al-Quds (Jerusalem) Day are held locally and throughout the Middle East and the world each year on the last Friday of Ramadan. This year community members gathered on Aug. 2 outside of Dearborn City Hall. Demonstrators held up signs, banners and flags, in support of......
Dearborn Primary election results: Three first time Arab American candidates advance
August 7th, 20130 DEARBORN-The Primary election results are in, and despite a low turn-out, three first time Arab American city council candidates landed in the Top 14, and will be advancing to the November elections.Mike Sareini, with 5,302 votes, came in second place on the ballot. He received endorsements from both the Arab American Political Action...We must rid our justice system of racial and class bias
In conjunction with the observance of the 85th birthday of the late Martin Luther King, Jr. in January, the Michigan Coalition for Human Rights is organizing a community-wide conversation with the goal of ridding our justice system of racial and class bias.Representatives of police agencies and courts, together with clergy, interested......
What you need to know for Election Day
• If you experience any difficulty on Election Day and need assistance, whether it’s regarding getting translation in Arabic, or if you have questions about your ballot, or voting in general, AAPAC volunteers will be at The Arab American News’ office until the polls close, to assist voters. AAPAC members can be reached on Election...
Our Endorsements: They deserve your vote on August 6
August 2nd, 20130 The Arab American News (TAAN) has announced its endorsements for the Aug. 6 primary elections. TAAN is endorsing every candidate who has received endorsements from the Arab American Political Action Committee (AAPAC). The following candidates were recently endorsed by AAPAC. TAAN is supporting the same candidate endorsements...
Local campaigns gear up for Primary during Ramadan, energize youth
August 2nd, 20130 DEARBORN — This year's municipality race has, without a doubt, generated some hype from the local Arab and Muslim American communities, as three Arab American candidates vie for the mayoral position and four other Arab American candidates look to fill one of seven positions on the city council.However, even with the large Arab American...
Dearborn mayor discusses future plans, sale of City Hall and relations with Arab community
August 2nd, 20130 DEARBORN — After the passing of the late Mayor Michael Guido in 2006, no one could argue that John B. “Jack” O’Reilly, Jr. didn't have the experience and know-how that was needed to take over the post of Mayor of Dearborn. O'Reilly and his family are deeply rooted in the City. Their service dates back to when his father was......
Mother creates app to help autistic son better communicate
YPSILANTI — One local mother has created an app to help her autistic son communicate more effectively. Nabeela Jaffer’s son, Salman, 16, has experienced difficulty communicating verbally throughout his life. He was diagnosed with autism at age four. The struggles he faced trying to communicate is what inspired Jaffer to create...Preliminary hearing for suspect in Family Dollar murders postponed
DEARBORN — The preliminary hearing of Lavere Bryant, who is accused of the murder of two Family Dollar store employees in Dearborn, was postponed this week until August 21, upon his state-appointed attorney's request.Judge Sam Salamey of the 19th District Court ordered the postponement of the hearing on Wednesday, July 31, after......
Group welcomes EEOC recommendations for CSD
DEARBORN HEIGHTS — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently found the Crestwood School District in Dearborn Heights in violation of the federal Civil Rights Act for failing to hire Arab-American and minority teachers and discriminating against Arab Americans in its hiring and recruiting. ...Celebrating Eid al-Fitr: Food and fun across Metro Detroit
Although known as the "smaller holiday," Eid al-Fitr is one of the most celebrated occasions in Islamic societies. Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, is a sacred day in Islam. During this holiday, Muslims around the world celebrate, by performing a special prayer, visiting family members, going out and lighting......