Rev. Jesse Jackson Visits Flint, Discusses Importance Of Voting
The Rev. Jesse Jackson visited Flint Sunday to discuss the importance of voting and was expected to visit four area churches.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson visited Flint Sunday to discuss the importance of voting and was expected to visit four area churches.
The XCEL Awards recognize the outstanding impact, achievement, and leadership by men in business, the arts, education, government, and other influential areas.
He says: "It's the tug of war for the soul of America."
Def Jam Records co-founder Russell Simmons in Michigan Monday to help distribute water to residents in the city of Flint as part of the ongoing water crisis brought on by a switch from the Detroit water system two years ago.
The civil rights leader told a crowd at a church Sunday in Flint that the full effect of the lead contamination of the city's tap water is not yet known.
Jackson said governors who have spoken out against federal refugee policies following the deadly attacks in Paris "are playing on our fears."
Cities across the nation will be celebrating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend but some hold a more historical significance than others.
Prominent national figures will be in Detroit later this month for the 50th Anniversary March of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Reverend Jesse Jackson will deliver the keynote address Sunday night at a gala to honor U.S. Congressman John Conyers.
The Reverend Jesse Jackson was in Detroit today -- arguing against the appointment of an Emergency Financial Manager in the city.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson is calling for mass demonstrations and court action to oppose the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
It's almost to the point that the easiest way to spot a corrupt politician is to see who's winning in Chicago.
The push is in response to the mass shooting at a Colorado movie theater during a midnight showing of the "Dark Knight Rises."
After the onslaught of negative press continued, including an outcry from Rev. Jesse Jackson, the shoe company changed its tune.
The Southfield protest was one of many being held around the country by Rainbow Push.
Mayor Dave Bing's office has given City Council a draft of a financial agreement being negotiated between Detroit and Governor Snyder's office.
"Why is Detroit in crisis? We bailed out the automotive industry but the city has not been able to be part of that." Jesse Jackson told Carol Cain.
"Everything was moving so fast and so slow at the same time," the mother said. "He was holding his arm and blood was coming out. I thought 'You can't be shot, if you were shot you wouldn't still be standing here.'"
"I'm saying pay the city what you owe it," Jesse Jackson told Charlie Langton. "Can you dismiss your biggest city?" He added if the state wants to help Detroit, they should bring cash.
The debt deal in Washington will have an effect on Michigan's budget, which relies heavily on federal dollars. But how much of an impact will it have?
A group of community activists are gathering in front of the abandoned Michigan Central Depot to call on property owners in the city to step-up and clean up the town.
If Dan Gilbert has his way there could be dribbling of NBA players again in the Motor City.
Calling it a "violation of basic rights," Jesse Jackson has comes to Michigan to fight against the state's new Emergency Financial Manager law.
Detroit Police Chief Ralph Godbee says the group started out carjacking vehicles for parts, then graduated from there.
Jesse Jackson met with local union leaders Thursday planning strategy to fight what they say is an attack on the middle class.
From 2003-2015, a Detroit woman collected disability benefits under a second name, even though she was working under her actual identity.
A spike in the number of incidents involving machine gun conversion devices, or Glock switches, is having far-reaching effects across the country and right here in Detroit and the metro area.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
In a few months, downtown Detroit will see runners from all over for the Free Press Marathon. As thousands are expected, there's already a race to scam.
From 2003-2015, a Detroit woman collected disability benefits under a second name, even though she was working under her actual identity.
The man arrested in the fatal shooting of Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said was arraigned Thursday.
A spike in the number of incidents involving machine gun conversion devices, or Glock switches, is having far-reaching effects across the country and right here in Detroit and the metro area.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares pledged action to tackle problems in North America and elsewhere after reporting a plunge in first-half earnings.
Ford will make its F-Series Super Duty pickups at a plant in Ontario, Canada beginning in 2026 in order to keep up with customer demand for the vehicle.
The Biden administration is awarding $1.7 billion to 11 "shuttered or at-risk" facilities in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland and Virginia, to bolster electric vehicle production.
Throughout the next year, dozens of new zero-emission buses will be hitting the pavement in the city of Detroit, all thanks to a $30.8 million federal grant.
The company said the temporary layoffs will impact about 1,600 workers for the month of July.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
The last surviving original member of the Four Tops has died.
Connor Stalions is set to share his side of the story from an alleged sign-stealing scheme within Michigan's football team before the Wolverines went on to win the national championship.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
The leader of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa cartel, along with a son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, were arrested in El Paso.
Seen as a recruiting tactic, the inclusion of benefits in job ads may be most impactful in low-wage fields.
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that chicken wings billed as "boneless" can actually include bones.
"I have agreed to the previously agreed upon Sept. 10 debate. He agreed to that previously. Now it appears he's backpedaling," Vice President Kamala Harris said.
Local businesses around Metro Detroit are taking the initiative to make their facilities more sensory-friendly.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed a law that would make it easier for people to be released from Michigan prisons if they're in debilitating health.
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
Citing suspected links to a listeria outbreak, Canada's health agency has issued a recall notice for 18 plant-based drinks sold under the Silk and Great Value brands.
The study showed that inulin administered as gel-based immunotherapy prevented allergic reactions in mice for common peanut, egg white and milk allergies.
Michigan and Washington shared the field at Big Ten Media Days on Thursday.
Hulk Hogan visited Detroit Lions practice and says coach Dan Campbell would have been good in the squared circle.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
The Detroit Lions are coming off their best season in generations, earning two playoff victories in one postseason for the first time since winning the 1957 NFL title.
With a red-hot election season on and 2024 past the halfway point, the focus is on business.
Gardner-White is a 112-year-old family-owned furniture retailer, and Stewart is the first female to serve as CEO of the company.
It's a focus on our physical well-being as we talk about the importance of oral health and its impact, particularly among children.
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appear on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday.
The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
Hazy sunshine today with a big warm-up this weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the forecast.
Spencer Ellis, Lead Pastor of Citadel of Praise in Detroit's Brightmoor neighborhood, says gun violence in Detroit has affected members of his congregation personally, and he struggles to understand how these illegal Glock switches are making their way into the hands of everyday people.
Funeral services are happening Friday for fallen Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said at the Dearborn Mosque American Moslem Society; the defense for the man accused of killing prominent Jewish leader Samantha Woll wants his case dismissed and more on the latest top stories.
In a few months, downtown Detroit will see runners from all over for the Free Press Marathon. As thousands are expected, there's already a race to scam.
Registration is now open for the racial justice organization New Detroit's Multicultural Leadership Series, which begins next month. Marshalle Favors, director of community engagement at New Detroit, speaks on the organization and the upcoming series.