Dearborn Heights City Council overrides a ninth mayoral veto for financial records
August 13th, 20200 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Despite having agreed to proceed with its financial audit during a City Council meeting in June, the Dearborn Heights City Council has overridden yet another veto by Mayor Paletko on the matter. The latest of nine vetoes was in regards to a resolution that the Council had voted on at its July 28 meeting requesting...
Former border patrol agent charged in homicide of 93-year-old Dearborn woman
August 12th, 20200 DEARBORN — Police say the victim of a mid-July homicide victim was Maxine Callaghan, 93, a “vibrant and independent” woman who gave back to her community at the time of her death. Callaghan was a volunteer at The Henry Ford. She was also well known in her community and described to have enjoyed bird watching and taking...
Dearborn Heights councilman looking for volunteers to beautify the city
August 12th, 20200 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Dearborn Heights City Councilman Tom Wencel is looking for at least 50 volunteers to help participate in different events to beautify the city. On Saturday, Aug. 15, the annual Ecorse Creek cleanup will be taking place along with the Richard A. Young Center Rain Garden Maintenance at 9 a.m. However, Wencel said...
Dearborn Schools to start year online, with optional in-school support
August 11th, 20200 DEARBORN — The Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education agreed Monday night for the district to start the school year online for all students. Students from preschool through high school will take classes online at least until the first week of October. The board will reevaluate conditions later in September to see if it is...
Mnuchin sees possible virus deal, but no talks set with Congress
August 10th, 20200 WASHINGTON (REUTERS) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Monday that the Trump administration and Congress could reach a coronavirus aid deal as soon as this week, but Democratic aides said the two sides have not spoken since talks collapsed last Friday. With negotiations at a standstill, it was unclear whether...
After going viral, the bride from Beirut tells her story
August 8th, 20200 BEIRUT — Aug. 4, 2020 was meant to be the happiest day of Israa Al Seblani’s life, but it quickly turned to be the most terrifying. Al Seblani is the bride from the now viral video shoot taken during the explosion in Beirut that has killed more than 150 people and injured more than 5,000 more. “The first thought that...
Dingell, Hammoud announce AK Steel will withdraw permit request to increase emissions in South Dearborn
August 7th, 20200 DEARBORN — U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Dearborn) and State Rep. Abdullah Hammoud (D-Dearborn) announced on Thursday that Cleveland Cliffs, the owner of AK Steel, is withdrawing its permit requests to increase allowable thresholds for manganese and lead emissions. This comes after months of conversations, led by Dingell, Hammoud...
In solidarity: Western Union allows money transfers to Lebanon for zero fees and paid out in U.S. dollars
August 7th, 20200 DENVER – Western Union announced that it is offering zero-fee, international money transfers paid out in U.S. dollars to Lebanon, as the country grapples with its recent tragedy amidst other economic and pandemic-related threats. “We owe the people of Lebanon recognition for their spirit of resilience, especially during times of...
Dearborn Heights welcomes Dearborn Fresh to its downtown
August 7th, 20201 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Dearborn Fresh Supermarket celebrated its grand opening in Dearborn Heights on Aug. 3. Wayne County Executive Warren Evans said the store’s opening is great not just for the community, but for the entire county. “This is an important day for Wayne County,” he said. “It’s important to be around so many...
Dearborn Heights resident questions mayor about criminal background of a city employee; employee responds
August 6th, 20204 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — During a recent Dearborn Heights City Council meeting, a resident brought a city employee’s past to the attention of the City Council. Resident Dana Parish questioned Mayor Paletko on his knowledge of an employee’s background. “Through the chair, I requested extra time this evening and it was approved in...
Dearborn Heights councilwoman responds to mayor’s “personal attack” against her
August 5th, 20201 Dearborn Heights — During last Tuesday's City Council meeting, Dearborn Heights City Councilwoman Lisa Hicks-Clayton responded to what she calls a “personal attack” by Mayor Paletko. The comment made by Paletko during a City Council meeting on July 14 questioned Hicks-Clayton’s understanding of finances when Hicks-Clayton...
Majority of voters say no to Hamtramck School District’s bond proposal
August 5th, 20202 HAMTRAMCK — The Hamtramck School District lost out on a proposal on Tuesday that could have meant the construction of a new elementary school and other infrastructural projects by levying seven mills in property taxes. The proposal had meant to modernize the district and make learning equitable by getting rid of temporary...
Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission semifinalist list updated to 180 applicants
August 2nd, 20200 The Michigan Department of State posted the names of the remaining 180 semifinalists for the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, following the removal of 20 applicants struck by the quadrant leaders of the state legislature. The list of the remaining semifinalists and correspondence from the legislative leaders naming the...
Plymouth Township woman charged with filing false absent voter application
July 31st, 20200 LANSING — A Plymouth Township woman is facing a felony charge after the township clerk, who was reviewing applications for absentee voter ballots, discovered the woman’s alleged attempt to obtain a ballot in the name of another person. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has charged Karen Lynne Rotondo,...
Hamtramck Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed talks bond proposal ahead of election
July 31st, 20200 HAMTRAMCK — Residents of Hamtramck have a big decision to make about the future of public education for its families. Voters will decide on Aug. 4 whether securing a low-interest $35,265,000, 30-year bond for new construction and maintaining the needs of the Hamtramck Public School District (HPS) is worth the seven mill tax......
The Arab American News endorsements for the August 4 primary election
July 31st, 20200 It is time once again for our election endorsements. There are many important seats and issues at stake on August 4. We present below what we feel are the most qualified candidates and one important non-partisan ballot proposal in a city near and dear to us. Readers might notice that our endorsement list matches, with some...
Henry Ford Health System is looking for people to take part in COVID-19 vaccine trial
July 31st, 20200 DETROIT – Henry Ford Health System will recruit up to 5,000 participants for a phase-three COVID-19 vaccine trial. The vaccine was developed by the company Moderna and the National Institutes of Health. They want to enroll 30,000 participants across the U.S. in two months. Dr. Marcus Zervos is leading the study for Henry Ford. He......
Federal agents headed to Detroit as “Operation Legend” targets violent crime
July 31st, 20200 DETROIT – Federal law enforcement agents and other resources are headed to Detroit to fight a surge in violent crime, according to U.S. government officials. The plan, dubbed Operation Legend, is a Trump administration anti-crime initiative targeting several major cities. Detroit-based U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider said...
Michigan’s August 4 primary: Things you need to know
July 31st, 20200 Michigan holds its primary next Tuesday, Aug. 4, amid an unprecedented pandemic and significant changes in state law that have brought a flood of requests for absentee ballots. Polling places will be open, however, for those who want to vote in person. What is at stake? At stake this fall: All 14 of Michigan's U.S. House seats, one...
State will conduct inspections of Michigan businesses to ensure COVID-19 rules compliance
July 31st, 20200 LANSING – State occupational health safety officials will conduct inspections of Michigan businesses to ensure compliance with state rules governing operations amid the coronavirus pandemic, the state said Monday. The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced a "State Emphasis Program" Monday that will conduct...
Dearborn School Board to discuss three options for a return to school
July 30th, 20200 DEARBORN — The Dearborn School Board of Education will be conducting a special study session on August 6 at 1 p.m. to discuss the three possible options recommended by the district's Reopen Committee for a return to school. The meeting will be held at the Administrative Service Center, 18700 Audette. Indoor gatherings in Michigan......
Whitmer limits indoor gatherings once again, Detroit casinos reopen
July 29th, 20200 LANSING — Starting July 31, statewide indoor gatherings will be limited to 10 people and bars will be closed for indoor service across Michigan, including the northern part of the state, according to a new order signed by Governor Whitmer on Wednesday. COVID-19’s resurgence is closely associated with super-spreading events...
Wayne County Public Health Division investigates Southgate banquet hall event with five COVID-19 cases
July 29th, 20200 WAYNE COUNTY — The Wayne County Public Health Division has confirmed a total of five cases of COVID-19 linked to a wedding reception held on Saturday, July 18, at Crystal Gardens Banquet Hall in Southgate. Others may have been at risk of contracting and exposing others to COVID-19 as more than 100 individuals were in attendance for......
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorses Rashida Tlaib for Congress
July 29th, 20200 DETROIT – On Wednesday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced her endorsement of U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s (D-Detroit) re-election bid for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District. “Representative Rashida Tlaib is a tireless advocate for the residents of Michigan’s 13th Congressional District," Pelosi said. "Her leadership...
Whitmer to provide COVID-19 update as cases continue to rise
July 28th, 20200 LANSING — Governor Whitmer is set to give an update on COVID-19 at 2 p.m., Tuesday afternoon, as cases continue to rise in the state. Whitmer will be joined by Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun. Monday saw 488 confirmed cases with five deaths, bringing up the total......
