Seminar, Public Forum In Detroit Addresses Systemic Racism
Some Detroit community leaders are getting training on systemic racism and the effects on relations with police, the educational system and inequality.
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Some Detroit community leaders are getting training on systemic racism and the effects on relations with police, the educational system and inequality.
"In this time of heightened political strife, we believe these values take on even more importance as people and beliefs are targets of divisive rhetoric."
"We are making appropriate decisions regarding consequences for those involved, including student separations from school."
A former NFL player says he was the target of racism while out celebrating Saint Patrick's Day at a Macomb County bar.
Responses were mostly supportive to Rochon, with comments like "disgusting behavior," "this isn't his first time disrespecting patrons" and "I just hope we really stick together on this."
A charge of disturbing the peace against a Michigan Technological University student who authorities say threatened blacks on social media has been dismissed.
Calvin College says two students have admitted writing racist statements and symbols in snow that had fallen on several cars.
Wesley Rogers says the Confederate flag is important to him as a native of the South.
Local civil rights groups are demanding a police investigation after racist election fliers were distributed in Southfield.
The NAACP local president defended the group's decision at the time to give Kid Rock the award and said the Grammy-nominated musician isn't a racist.
The service started with a message of love, recovery and healing, which will no doubt reverberate throughout churches across the country.
The Republican National Committee's executive committee voted Wednesday to censure Michigan Republican Dave Agema and seek his resignation after he linked to a racist article from Facebook.
Some Republicans are calling on the Republican National Committee to expel Michigan's Dave Agema after he linked to a racist article from Facebook.
A Grand Jury has decided not to indict a white police officer who killed a black 18-year-old in Ferguson, Missouri.
Alan Barron showed a video to his eighth grade history class about how white entertainers used to wear black face to imitate blacks.
Now a motivational speaker, Frank Meeink says his message is about empathy for others, regardless of religion or race.
Boston Bruins fans blew up Twitter Thursday night following the team's 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens.
Now that Los Angeles Clippers owner has been banned from the NBA for life, what next?
Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson told reporters that fans should boycott Game 5 between the Los Angeles Clippers and his Golden State Warriors
"Our goal at New Detroit is achieving a time when race is no longer an issue in this region and no longer an obstacle to progress for our city, region and state."
They're taking to social media to urge local Muslims to stop using the word "abeed."
Once again, America owes a debt to the NFL.
Grosse Pointe Park police are pledging to improve relations with people with disabilities after officers were caught on video tape mocking a mentally challenged black man.
The video shows one cop asking an African-American man to dance and make monkey sounds.
Raymond Langley says he's been repeatedly harassed because of his race.
Detroit Tigers general manager Scott Harris insists he wasn't disappointed that Alex Bregman decided to sign with the Boston Red Sox.
A man and woman each face two felony charges after the St. Clair County Drug Task Force seized a "large quantity" of methamphetamine at a home, authorities say.
Snow is slowly starting to pile up in Southeast Michigan this weekend as multiple systems move through the area.
The meeting comes days after President Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Snow will begin to overspread Southeast Michigan around midnight and continue through Sunday afternoon.
Snow will begin to overspread Southeast Michigan around midnight and continue through Sunday afternoon.
A couple of rounds of snow moving through Southeast Michigan this weekend is creating slick road conditions.
Snow is slowly starting to pile up in Southeast Michigan this weekend as multiple systems move through the area.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann Fabrics filed for a second bankruptcy this week, announcing the closure of nearly 500 stores nationwide.
The Michigan Senate on Thursday approved a bill that amends the timeline of the minimum wage increase ahead of the new law going into effect next week.
President Trump announced a new 25% blanket tariff on all steel and aluminum imports. This tariff is part of a growing list of tariffs his administration has already threatened or imposed.
On Monday, the Trump Administration temporarily postponed a 25% tariff imposed on Mexico.
GM hourly employees who worked 1,850 compensated hours are expected to receive a profit-sharing check of $14,500.
The freezing temperatures have covered Metro Detroit all week. For one tow company, it's been a week full of callers needing help.
President Trump has slashed a slew of EV-related policies, which could affect many states that have received billions of dollars in investment for electrification, notably Michigan.
Bryan and Mayer will be joined by special guests Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen and Joshua Slone for the Sept. 27 show.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit by an acclaimed opera singer who sued the University of Michigan over his firing for what the school deemed sexual misconduct.
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
The requests by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission mark a major departure from its prior interpretation of civil rights law.
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
Officials at DHS said they had fired hundreds of employees across several of its agencies.
OpenAI attorney William Savitt said the proposal "is not in the best interests of OAI's mission and is rejected."
Michigan solidified the right to an abortion in the state constitution back in 2022, but abortion rights advocates say there's still work to be done.
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
Michigan solidified the right to an abortion in the state constitution back in 2022, but abortion rights advocates say there's still work to be done.
Records show a major Michigan insurance company is in talks to possibly settle more than 100 lawsuits by employees who were fired after declining to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
Two Michigan children recently died as a result of seasonal influenza A, state health officials said.
County officials said that people who deal with livestock need to be extra cautious to look out for signs of infection, which are similar to seasonal influenza.
Detroit Tigers general manager Scott Harris insists he wasn't disappointed that Alex Bregman decided to sign with the Boston Red Sox.
Bryan and Mayer will be joined by special guests Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen and Joshua Slone for the Sept. 27 show.
Relief pitcher John Brebbia and the Detroit Tigers have agreed to a $2.75 million, one-year contract, a deal that could be worth up to $14.25 million over two seasons.
The Pistons rolled into the All-Star break with their fourth straight win after blowing out the Bulls 132-92 in the same arena on Tuesday.
The Detroit Tigers are expecting Alex Cobb to miss the start of the season.
The robotics industry is big business with a growing imprint in southeast Michigan.
In 2026, Michigan will have a wide-open race for governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and now U.S. Senate seat.
The Motor City is the focus of CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters as the 2025 Detroit Auto Show and Michigan Central Station's imprint grow, which is discussed by an all-star lineup of leaders.
Detroit Auto Dealers Association co-directors Rod Alberts and Sam also appear on the show and share thoughts about Bill Ford and Roger Penske.
Duggan announced in late 2024 that he would not seek re-election as mayor in 2025 and would instead seek the top job in 2026.
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The rise in interest in raising chickens comes amid the ongoing avian flu outbreak.
Saturday's demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
A 33-year-old man is facing felony charges after a police chase in Warren ended in a crash that injured a police officer and the man's 12-year-old daughter.
Two Michigan children are confirmed to have died as a result of influenza infections during this winter flu season, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said Friday.