Reporter met with hostility in Ann Arbor neighborhood
July 29th, 20120 ANN ARBOR — Last week The Arab American News (TAAN) published a story about an Ann Arbor neighborhood petitioning to have one of its residents (who's also an activist supporting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement) remove an anti Israel flag from his property. Residents complained it was a distraction in the quiet...MDP Chair Mark Brewer issues statement on Ramadan
LANSING – Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark Brewer issued the following statement on the first day of Ramadan: "Muslim Americans here in Michigan and across the nation today mark the first day of Ramadan, a month of fasting and spiritual reflection. The Muslim-American community is an important part of our state's vibrant and...Lawsuit against Fifth Third Bank for racial discrimination
Ferndale - Hispanic Ferndale resident Erandy Pacheco is filing a lawsuit against Fifth Third Bank for discrimination. On June 20, Pacheco tried to deposit a check into her account at Fifth Third Bank on Coolidge Highway for around $9,500. The check was from the U.S. Treasury after her seven-month translating job for the U.S....
Civil rights groups question prosecutor’s actions in vicious dog attack case
July 28th, 20120 HAMTRAMCK — On Wednesday, the Arab-American Civil Rights League (ACRL) along with the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI) held a press conference to discuss a severe case involving an elderly Arab woman who was viciously mauled by a neighbor's dog in Hamtramck. The woman, who suffered from extensive injuries that included...Bone marrow donors sought in honor of local resident
Amal Fawaz, a single mother of two boys, is currently searching for a bone marrow donor after undergoing four months of chemotherapy for her non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Her cancer returned in fall 2011, and is not responding to the treatments this time around, highlighting the need of a transplant in order to beat the disease.In honor of...
Arrests made in recent killing of Hassan Jaber
July 23rd, 20120 Dearborn, MI.— After an intensive investigation, 4 arrests have been made in connection with the July 15th homicide of 45 year-old Hassan Jaber of Dearborn. Over the weekend, Dearborn police arrested the following people who were each arraigned Monday on charges of Felony Murder, punishable by...Pro-Palestine billboards stir discussion, controversy
Pro-Palestinian billboards posted at Metro-North stations around the U.S. are stirring up controversy with many pro-Israeli advocates claiming the billboards message is misleading. The billboards, which are now at 50 Metro-North stations, features Palestine in 1946 before the creation of the state of Israel and in 2010, showing the loss...
Ann Arbor neighborhood petitions against resident’s anti-Israeli flag
July 21st, 20120 ANN ARBOR — A neighborhood in Ann Arbor has worked together on an initiative to take down an anti-Israeli flag being demonstrated in front of another neighbor's house. But the petition that has so far been signed by 11 households is not discouraging the man responsible for the display, as he has responded with a five page letter...Local businesses, organizations prepare for Ramadan
DEARBORN — Every year the Muslim community in the city of Dearborn and surrounding areas prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, and this year is no different. Businesses, organizations and local mosques are offering locals plenty of opportunities that will in turn make the month a jam packed one for people looking to dine out for...Al-Mabarrat announces new ‘Great Revelations Academy’
The Al-Mabarrat Charitable Organization is proud to announce its latest project — a community and educational center named Great Revelations Academy. Early last year, a committee working for the non-profit organization came together to launch the endeavor. The project, planned to be a full service community center, has most recently...
Islamic private school Envision Academy opens its doors this fall
July 20th, 20120 WESTLAND — A new private Islamic school in a Westland neighborhood is already gaining major ground before it officially opens this September. Envision Academy is looking forward to opening its doors for high school students in order to establish academic excellence based on Islamic values, principals and morals. Envision Academy...White House representative meets with Arab Americans, discusses growth strategies for small businesses
DEARBORN —White House representative Farooq Mitha, who is Special Assistant in the Office of Small Business Programs, discussed small business and economic growth at the American Arab Chamber June 27 here. Members of the Arab American community meeting with White House Rep. Farooq Mitha.Mr. Mitha said the Obama Administration are...Dearborn Homecoming takes place early August
DEARBORN — Dearborn’s 33rd annual Homecoming festival is August 3rd to the 5th in Ford Field Park this year. The festival is held by the City of Dearborn and the Dearborn Community Fund and allows over 30 nonprofit groups to raise money for good causes.Dearborn's homecoming has plenty to do for the whole family, from concerts...Yemeni American group hands out scholarships
DEARBORN — On July 14th the Yemeni American Association (YAA) held its annual scholarship award ceremony. This marked the 15th year the YAA has hosted the event which honors the Yemeni American youth for their academic achievements. Fifteen students were honored with scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each. More than 400 people...Career fair comes to Bloomfield Hills
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The "Hired In Michigan" Career Expo sponsored by JobFairGiant.com and Sion Recruitment is scheduled for Tuesday, July 31 at the Radisson Hotel here and is committed to making this one of a kind free career expo a success for Michigan employers and job seekers. Participating employers will hire in the following......
Arab and Chaldean Detroit business owners convene in public safety forum with region’s top cops
July 17th, 20120 DEARBORN- Over the decades hundreds of Arab and Chaldean Americans have been killed while working to support their families in Detroit, where they own businesses. "The challenges faced by the Chaldean and Arab American community on this issue are parallel,” said Sam Chahro who owns a Detroit gas station. Chahro says he fears for his...NAACP holds Allies, Issues and Action forum
DETROIT-On Tuesday July 10 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. the Detroit NAACP branch will host its bi-monthly Allies, Issues, and Action meeting focused on the topic, "The Children of Detroit." Guest speakers include Arab American Civil Rights League Executive Director Rashid Baydoun and Nicole Stallworth, Director, Community Outreach and......
Edited Arab Festival video goes viral on Youtube; Chamber to issue response
July 7th, 20120 A video titled 'American Muslims Stone Christians in Dearborn Mi" has gone viral on Youtube within the last several days, gaining over one million views since it was uploaded on June 26. The 22-minute edited video clip partly depicts what had occurred at this years annual Arab International Festival, which was held over the Fathers Day...
Legal experts weigh in on lack of jury diversity in Metro Detroit, search for ways to increase participation
July 6th, 20120 DETROIT — "It kind of makes you scratch your head," U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Barbara McQuade said speaking about the absence of minority jurors in southeast Michigan. Left: Chief Federal Defender Miriam Siefer, Pastor and Attorney Bertram Marks and Chief Federal Judge for the Eastern District Gerald...Store clerk defends herself against tobacco ticket violation
Two weeks ago we reported that Andy's Party Store in Dearborn was one of four businesses in the city that received tickets from the police department for selling tobacco products to minors. Our report, along with other news agencies, stated that the clerk at the store was aware that the female customer was under-age and the clerk still...Second annual open house to benefit rescued animals with special needs
DEARBORN — The Dearborn Animal Shelter cares for nearly 2,500 homeless animals that pass through its doors each year. The Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter’s Hope’s Heroes program is a fund dedicated for animals that require an extreme level of care. On July 21st, Councilman Robert Abraham and his family are hosting a......
Wayne State University increases tuition, approves 2013 budget
DETROIT — Wayne State University’s Board of Governors in late June approved a $567 million operating budget for fiscal year 2013 that includes a 3.88 percent tuition increase for resident undergraduate and graduate students. Tuition will increase to $11.20 per credit hour, or $134.40 per semester for students taking 12 credit...Snyder signs for a reduction in Michigan income tax
LANSING- Governor Rick Snyder signed for a Republican-sponsered cut in the state income tax, dropping the rate to 4.25 percent on Oct.1. An increase in personal exemption will also be implemented. Democrats say the cut is very small, only about 50 cents per week, but most still voted for it. Republicans are saying that Michigan’s......
CAIR-MI executive director receives award for promoting diversity
DEARBORN — CAIR-MI Executive Director Dawud Walid received an award from the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) for his work in promoting interfaith understanding and cooperation. The award was presented during a conference held June 29-30 at the Islamic Center of America here. Walid was presented the award by ISNA President...Dearborn Mayor appoints new fire chief
DEARBORN — Joseph Murray's appointment as the city's new fire chief was announced recently in the press. Murray's predecessor Richard Miller resigned to take on a position as the state's fire marshal.According to a report, City Council is expected to vote on whether to approve Murray's appointment soon, and the position has been......
