Detroit Schools Tighten Financial Oversight After Fraud
Detroit's public school district has moved to tighten financial oversight following a federal investigation that uncovered kickbacks and bribery.
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Detroit's public school district has moved to tighten financial oversight following a federal investigation that uncovered kickbacks and bribery.
Carolyn Starkey Darden told a judge she had served hundreds of students, but she also admitted to submitting "false and exaggerated" billings over seven years.
Michigan lawmakers may be close to approving a $617 million bailout of the debt-ridden Detroit Public Schools.
Legislators have 28 days to strike a deal before emergency aid previously approved for the district will run out.
The bills would retire the district's enormous $467 million operating debt over time and provide $150 million to transition to a new district in July.
She says payoffs were part of the education culture in Detroit.
Successful models in use elsewhere could be implemented in Detroit.
A spokeswoman with Detroit Public Schools says the students from Nichols Elementary weren't hurt, but were taken to the hospital as a precaution.
The students think a visit from Obama will not only accelerate help for the district, but it would give the community hope and a sense that they're not alone.
"Everyone invested in the future of Detroit Public Schools should be outraged by the unlawful actions allegedly committed by this individual."
Another former Detroit Public Schools principal has pleaded guilty in a bribery and kickback scheme involving a long-time district supply vendor.
A security video filmed in the halls of Detroit's largest high school is causing shock among the community.
A hearing has been rescheduled on a lawsuit filed by the Detroit Public Schools after teachers called out sick earlier this year, closing dozens of schools.
The Detroit Federation of Teachers says it's disappointed.
As part of a deal with prosecutors, 74-year-old Norman Shy must repay $2.7 million to DPS.
A 74-year-old businessman charged in connection with kickback schemes involving a dozen Detroit Public Schools principals and an administrator is due in federal court.
The man tasked with turning around Detroit's debt-ridden school district is ready to submit his 45-day financial and operating plan.
Detroit is among the poorest districts in the country, and it shows in test results; the district ranks among the worst in the nation in standardized test scores.
The $500 million plan was approved despite strong objections from Democrats who say it amounts to union busting.
Flowers admitted to accepting checks, gift cards and personal services in the form of home repairs.
Michigan lawmakers facing pressure to rescue Detroit's state-managed school district are at odds over how much to spend and other details.
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Teacher strikes that caused almost all of Detroit's public schools to close on Monday are expected to continue into Tuesday, a leader of the teachers' union says.
The transition manager for the Detroit Public Schools says the district will have no money to continue paying teachers this summer without further funding from the state.
The U.S. Attorney's office has charged 12 current and former Detroit Public Schools principals, one district administrator and a long-time vendor with conspiracy to commit bribery in school supply kickback schemes.
The New Haven Community School District in Macomb County was closed Monday as authorities investigated what turned out to be an unfounded threat.
Two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal will have surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow after being scratched from Monday's start against the Boston Red Sox.
Michigan State Police say a man shot and killed his wife and adult daughter before shooting himself in Lake City over the weekend.
The Detroit Mercy men's basketball team is facing a postseason ban next season because the program did not meet the benchmark for the NCAA's Academic Progress Rate.
A round of scam messages has hit Michigan cell phones in recent days, insisting that someone has a violation pending at Wayne County District Court.
"The idea that graduations should be apolitical is ridiculous," University of Michigan history professor Derek Peterson said as a follow-up to his graduation day remarks.
Farmington Hills police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead Sunday on a trail in a city park.
The primary weather threats for Monday evening are brief damaging wind gusts, small hail and heavy downpours.
Two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal will have surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow after being scratched from Monday's start against the Boston Red Sox.
A round trip from Detroit to Mackinaw City would cost $103.95 in gas at current prices in a vehicle that hits 27 miles per gallon, AAA says.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
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The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
A Spirit pilot received an impromptu retirement party from a different airline after what would have been his final flight was canceled.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
Parents say the incident highlights the importance of education and communication at home, especially when it comes to THC‑infused products.
Six Detroit elementary students were hospitalized on Tuesday after eating suspected marijuana edibles, district officials said.
A proposed Michigan law would mandate health insurance plans to cover in vitro fertilization and intrauterine insemination starting in 2027.
Cases of Lyme disease have seen a 168% increase just in the last five years, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal will have surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow after being scratched from Monday's start against the Boston Red Sox.
The Detroit Mercy men's basketball team is facing a postseason ban next season because the program did not meet the benchmark for the NCAA's Academic Progress Rate.
Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers pulled away to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
The Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 116-94 on Sunday at Little Caesars Arena for their first playoff series win in 18 years.
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Gas prices across Michigan are climbing, and the impact is being felt well beyond the roadways. As boating season gets underway along Lake St. Clair, higher fuel costs on land are translating into even steeper prices on the water.
For the first time in more than 100 years, the historic Howell Opera House hosted a theatrical performance.
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