DPS To Keep Some Schools Open Over Holiday Break
DPS is launching a program to keep some schools open over the holiday break, providing parent workshops, as well as meals and academic learning to students in need.
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DPS is launching a program to keep some schools open over the holiday break, providing parent workshops, as well as meals and academic learning to students in need.
The Detroit Public School District is being fined by the state for ongoing truancy problems. Attendance in the past school year was less than 75 percent on 46 school days.
District administrators say there is low voltage at Cody, Dixon, Henderson and Mann schools.
It's a promise to students in the Detroit Public Schools: Stay in school, and we'll help you go to college. Dr. Nat Pernick started the Detroit College Promise, which provides $500 scholarships for Detroit students.
It's some news of improvement for the Detroit Public Schools as the district has managed to reduce its financial deficit.
Nearly 90 laid-off Detroit Public Schools teachers are being called back to work to ease overcrowding in some of the district's classrooms.
High school students in Detroit have opportunity to win a $25K college scholarship by creating a life-saving message for their peers.
At Detroit Public Schools, fried foods have disappeared and fresh fruits and vegetables are part of the daily menu.
Great news for Detroit Public Schools - they have exceeded their Fall enrollment. A DPS spokesperson says close to 66,000 K-12 students are enrolled, up by 137 students.
A lawsuit seeking the removal of the head of the Detroit Public Schools has been rejected.
John Covington , chancellor for the newly created Michigan Education Achievement Authority, will take control of more than 30 failing schools in Detroit.
Detroit Public Schools released figures Thursday showing that about one in every 10 students in grades 1-12 is new to the district this year.
A hearing by a federal judge Thursday will affect the paychecks of thousands of Detroit Public School employees, as three unions representing DPS employees seek an injunction to stop a ten percent pay cut and increases in health premiums.
While the Detroit Public Schools has been suffering from declining enrollment, there are complaints at at least one high school about too many kids in the classroom.
A report from the Detroit Public Schools says crime-related activity on school campuses is down 37 percent in the first two weeks of school this year, as compared with the same time frame last year.
The Detroit Public School district has been steadily losing students over the past several years and now the district will likely be losing hundreds of teachers over the next few years.
A former top official with the Detroit Public Schools will be spending the next five years in prison.
Detroit Public Schools, which is mounting a massive effort to keep Detroit students safe in and around schools, is using a powerful social media technique to blanket Detroit with a message of safety.
Detroit Public School officials say after a disappointing head-count throughout the first week of school, more students attended the second week of classes.
Detroit Public School employees are among those charged with stealing expensive equipment and supplies from classrooms.
A designated $25 billion of the President Barack Obama's jobs package is set to go toward upgrading K through 12 schools around the nation.
Detroit Public School's Emergency Manager Roy Roberts met student leaders Friday to get some insight into the district's attendance problem.
The Detroit Public Schools plans to hold classes as scheduled at most schools following power outages that caused early dismissals across the district.
Power outages darkened Wayne State University, the Detroit Public Schools and the Detroit Institute of Arts Thursday -- the second time that has happened in six months.
A press conference is expected to take place to provide additional details on a shooting that left four people dead on Tuesday evening in Livonia.
Two tornadoes touched down in Michigan on Tuesday during a spurt of severe weather that also resulted in a tornado warning for Metro Detroit.
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
Hot and humid conditions are expected to push temperatures into the upper 80s and lower 90s on Wednesday, with heat index values climbing to the 96-102 range.
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to crumble as Trump says he's considering new strikes and Tehran will "pay the price" for not accepting a deal.
A press conference is expected to take place to provide additional details on a shooting that left four people dead on Tuesday evening in Livonia.
Hot and humid conditions are expected to push temperatures into the upper 80s and lower 90s on Wednesday, with heat index values climbing to the 96-102 range.
Two tornadoes touched down in Michigan on Tuesday during a spurt of severe weather that also resulted in a tornado warning for Metro Detroit.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
While the ribbon-cutting and traffic opening dates for the Gordie Howe International Bridge have not officially been announced, it appears that both events will happen soon.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Happy Hump Day Fam! A Heat Advisory is in effect today for portions of Southeast Michigan along and south of the I 96 corridor including Metro Detroit Noon-8PM. Heat indices are expected to range between 96 and 102 degrees both Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Thunderstorms will be possible tonight and Thursday. Tonight storms will be late with a Marginal risk for (1 of 5). The greater severe thunderstorm threat will be late Thursday/Thursday night with a Slight Risk (2 of 5) in place for all of southeast Michigan. Not as warm and much less humid Friday through the weekend.
The Southfield (Michigan) fire department said one of its ambulances was damaged after striking a deer early Tuesday.
The U.S. Central Command said Tuesday evening that it conducted "self-defense strikes" on Iran in response to the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter on Monday. CBS News has this report.
One suspect is in custody as police investigate a shooting that left four people dead in Livonia, Michigan.
A tornado that hit Tuesday in the Freeland, Michigan, area, damaged dozens of homes.