With Burgerim in a financial mess, one former local franchisee speaks out
February 6th, 20201 DETROIT — News recently broke that the burger brand Burgerim had fallen into financial ruin, after signing up an unprecedented number of franchisees across the country to a bad business model and unmet promises of success. An investigation by a restaurant publication tells the story of a company with unrealistic sales pitches and an...
Warren Evans praises “self-made” mogul Bloomberg at Detroit rally
February 5th, 20200 DETROIT - Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg made a campaign stop in Detroit on Tuesday, as other Democratic presidential candidates eyed results in Iowa on the road to New Hampshire. Held in a repurposed industrial building in Eastern Market, the rally was organized by Bloomberg's campaign, which has expanded in both size and...
Justice Department announces $500 million in grants to promote health and safety of U.S. law enforcement officers, hiring of new officers
February 4th, 20200 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice announced through its Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) that it has released more than $500 million in grant solicitations for hiring more community officers, keeping school students safe and promoting the health and safety of the country's law enforcement...
Dearborn Police: Man wanted for indecent exposure after incident at Macy’s in Fairlane Town Center
February 4th, 20200 DEARBORN — Dearborn Police are investigating an alleged incident exposure incident at the Macy's in Fairlane Town Center that occurred on January 10 at approximately 7 p.m. During the incident two women were in a bathroom when a Black male believed to be in his early 30s exited one of the stalls with his genitals exposed, a press...
Detroit Metro Airport one of 11 selected to accept flights from China
February 4th, 20200 ROMULUS — Detroit Metro Airport has been named one of 11 airports selected by the Department of Homeland Security to receive flights from China. The announcement was made on Monday in a press release from the Wayne County Airport Authority, which added that it is continuing to work with federal partners, airlines and tenants to help...
Benson announces Zaineb A. Hussein as deputy chief of staff
February 3rd, 20200 LANSING – Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced on Monday that Zaineb A. Hussein will serve as Michigan Department of State deputy chief of staff starting Feb. 10. “Zaineb brings a combination of government, policy and engagement experience and insight that will serve our team tremendously,” Benson said. “She has...
Dearborn court now offering online resolution of traffic citations through new system
February 2nd, 20200 DEARBORN - The 19th District Court here has launched a new online resolution system providing individuals with the opportunity to settle traffic tickets more quickly and efficiently via their smartphone, tablet or computer. The service provides access to the court system 24/7 for paying any outstanding tickets. “We recognize that...
Arab American-owned auto shop assists the needy through Michigan’s first low income repairs program
January 31st, 20201 TROY — At the Revive Auto Shop here near the border of Madison Heights, owner Nick Kakish can often be found multi-tasking, working to serve customers in countless ways. On a quiet Monday, he works with technician Alberto Colón on repairing a delivery van for a gourmet gift basket company, moves from auto bay to auto bay servicing...
History-making coach from Dearborn leads 49ers into Super Bowl LIV in Miami
January 31st, 20200 MIAMI, FL — The NFL's San Francisco 49ers will be led by one of Dearborn's own in their contest against superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, as rising star coach Robert Saleh will take the field in hopes of winning his second Super Bowl title as an assistant. Saleh serves as defensive coordinator for the...
WSU medical student Ahmad Hasan makes healing little feet his mission
January 31st, 20202 DETROIT — Children around the world born with clubfoot have a new champion in Ahmad Hasan, a third-year medical student at the Wayne State University School of Medicine. Hasan is the driving force behind The Little Feet Club, a new organization dedicated to helping end disability caused by clubfoot globally by ensuring every child...
Elderly man arrested for making threats against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson
January 30th, 20200 PONTIAC — A 72-year-old Groveland Township man has been arrested for threats he allegedly made against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. The man is currently being held at the Oakland County jail here according to Michigan State Police. Troopers were notified on Wednesday about the threats he allegedly made against Benson,...
Public invited to Downtown Dearborn’s information meetings on new brand initiative
January 30th, 20200 DEARBORN - The East and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities are inviting residents and business owners to two informational meetings to discuss the city’s new brand initiative. The meetings are Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 8 to 9:30 a.m., and Thursday, Feb. 13, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Ford Community and Performing Arts...
Michigan Democratic Party makes statements ahead of Trump’s Warren visit
January 29th, 20200 LANSING — The Michigan Democratic Party released several statements in anticipation of President Trump’s Thursday visit to a Warren auto parts supply company, Dana Incorporated. This will be Trump’s first visit to Michigan in 2020, a day after he signed into law a revamped trade deal with Mexico and Canada. Trump won by 12...
Michigan congressman speaks in favor of new bill providing paid family and medical leave for sick family members
January 29th, 20200 WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States Representative Dan Kildee (D-Flint) announced his support for a new bill that would guarantee up to 12 weeks annually of paid family and medical leave to care for a child or family member who is sick this past Tuesday, sharing an example from his own district. Kildee spoke in support of the bill,...
Westland Mayor William Wild named Michigan Municipal League vice president
January 28th, 20200 LANSING — Westland Mayor William Wild has been named as the Michigan Municipal League’s 2019-20 vice president. Wild was named vice president by the 18-member board on Friday, Jan. 24, during the Michigan Municipal League’s Board of Trustees meeting in Lansing. He will help lead the organization with Board President Brenda F.......
Asian American scholars pledge support for “controversial” Arab American history curriculum in California
January 27th, 20200 SACRAMENTO, CA — The state of California has become a political battleground since the announcement of its pending Assembly Bill 331 mandating ethnic studies in high schools and Cal State universities, with controversy taking root over the inclusion of a section on the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement protesting...
Siham Awada Jaafar appointed to Judicial Tenure Commission
January 24th, 20200 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Last week, Governor Whitmer announced further appointments to several state boards and commissions. Important among them was the appointment of Siham Awada Jaafar to the Judicial Tenure Commission. Jaafar, of Dearborn Heights, is the president and CEO of 3D Consulting and Communications. She is also the......
Dearborn Public Schools students hold Martin Luther King Day of Service
January 24th, 20200 DEARBORN— On Monday, January 20, Dearborn Public Schools students and other volunteers focused on community service as part of a tribute to the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream of unity and equality. The event, held at the Islamic Center of America, gathered high school students from the district and community...
Rashida Tlaib announces bid for a second term in the House
January 24th, 20201 DETROIT — This week, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) announced her bid to represent her district in Congress for the second time. As of now, no other Democrat has officially announced as an opposing candidate in the 13th Congressional District, where the 43-year-old Palestinian American will likely have strong support from...
New app brings snow plowing to customers’ doors
January 22nd, 20200 DETROIT — A new app brings snow clearing services to customers' doors, much like the highly popular ride-share and food delivery apps like Uber, Lyft and Postmates. Quikplow lets customers in southeast Michigan sign up for snow plowing services by using a customer’s location to connect with on-demand plow drivers in the area. The...
Ralph Nader pens open letters calling for removal of President Trump for abuse of war powers, corporatism
January 21st, 20200 Former Arab American presidential candidate Ralph Nader has actively voiced his strong disapproval of President Trump in recent weeks, calling for his removal on multiple accounts relating to his support of his “unlawful war with Iran.” “As the most impeachable president in American history, Trump continues to shred our......
Michigan files lawsuit against 3M, DuPont and others for contamination by cancer-linked chemicals
January 20th, 20200 LANSING —On Tuesday, January 14, the state filed a lawsuit against 17 defendants in Washtenaw County Circuit Court, including 3M and DuPont, for the damages and injury caused by contamination from toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The substances, known by the acronym PFAS, are often referred to as “forever...
State Supreme Court adopts rule change to allow cell phones in courts
January 20th, 20200 LANSING – Last week, the Michigan Supreme Court adopted amendments to court rules to explicitly allow the public to bring cell phones into courthouses and courtrooms. The changes also allow the public to photograph court records. Previously, rules regarding cell phones and other personal electronic devices varied widely from......
Democrats ponder Sanders’ prospects for beating Trump as Iowa, New Hampshire loom
January 19th, 20200 Bernie Sanders is showing strength on the ground in the two first states on the presidential primary calendar for the 2020 presidential election, New Hampshire and Iowa, as Democratic Party supporters begin to ponder whether the Vermont senator is capable of winning the presidency. Iowa's Democratic caucuses will be held on Monday,...
U.S. government launches pilot program to collect DNA from people detained at border crossings
January 19th, 20200 HOUSTON — The United States government announced the launch of a new pilot program to collect DNA from people nationwide and submit it to the FBI, according to a report from the New York Times. Information collected would be entered into a massive criminal database run by the FBI, where it would be held indefinitely, the report......
