Proposed bills could change how books are banned in Michigan
A pair of bills in the Michigan House, introduced by Democrats, aims to make it more difficult to implement book bans.
A pair of bills in the Michigan House, introduced by Democrats, aims to make it more difficult to implement book bans.
Love and Other Books in Ferndale is looking to create a space for parents and women to talk about books they love.
For the second time in a decade, customers of a bookstore on Ann Arbor's northside are saving it from closing for good.
John K. King first started selling books in 1965 out of the trunk of his car.
The uncorrected copy proof of the debut novel in the Harry Potter series was bought for pennies more than a quarter-century ago with J.K. Rowling's name misspelled on the title page.
As the countdown to Christmas approaches, a local nonprofit in Commerce Township is dedicated to making sure all kids have a holiday full of fun while learning.
Britney Spears' new memoir, "The Woman in Me," comes out Tuesday.
Scholastic said it created the category to protect school workers in states with laws that prohibit titles that deal with race and sexuality.
Jack Barrette is now beginning the 10th grade, but it was nearly a decade ago when the doodles from a first-grade project began what is today a published children's book.
A 12-year-old Detroit boy is on a mission to change the lives of children one book at a time.
The Detroit Festival of Books is the largest book festival in Michigan, and it is returning in July for the sixth year in Eastern Market.
As book banning and censorship are becoming a heated topic in schools, recent poll results show Michigan voters oppose banning books in local libraries.
Bookstock is Metro Detroit's largest used book and media sale and can be found through the halls of Laurel Park Place until April 30.
Whether it's five, ten or twenty bucks, 17-year-old Ian Weinberg says any money you can put away to save when you're young will help you later.
Imagine being a published author at 8 years old.
Organized censorship groups that compile lists of books to challenge "contributed significantly" to the increase, the American Library Association said.
Writing a book is an accomplishment all on its own but imagine becoming a published author as a child.
After several months of contentious public comment surrounding seven controversial books in the Dearborn School District Library, the board decided to get rid of two books and keep three, while two others remain under review.
Residents showed up in large numbers to address the Dearborn School Board about books they want banned.
As the discussion continues about books available in Dearborn Public Schools, administrators issued new criteria for how the district will evaluate the books accessible to students.
Between July 2021 and June 2022, books were banned 2,532 times.
Kids in Dearborn can get their hands on free books thanks to a new initiative, The Dearborn Advantage.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is hosting public policing and educational events with virtual reality simulators, Narcan demonstrations and more, in an effort to gain trust with the community.
Police in Detroit are investigating after a shooting on a freeway in Detroit that left a vehicle with multiple bullet holes Friday night.
A new state task force will look to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people in Michigan.
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
A Warren police officer has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that killed two men on Sept. 30, according to the Macomb County Sheriff's Office.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
At least 32 officers' licenses are being investigated, according to MCOLES.
Authorities are sharing tips to prevent porch pirates from stealing packages as deliveries ramp up for the holiday season.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller says Monday is looking to be wet, with snow possible in some parts of Michigan.
Hope United Methodist Church in Southfield is helping people in need with baskets filled with a full Thanksgiving meal.
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is hosting public policing and educational events with virtual reality simulators, Narcan demonstrations and more, in an effort to gain trust with the community.
Meteorologists say a mix of snow and rain may be seen in portions of the northeast on Thursday.
Jagger is ready to meet the public. The 3-year-old sloth bear now has access to her outdoor habitat at the Detroit Zoo, less than two weeks after her arrival from the Idaho Falls Zoo.