Detroit-based nonprofit celebrates first Black male graduate, works toward graduating more
Nonprofit Detroit Forward is partnering with Southern New Hampshire University and career industries to offer degrees and certifications.
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Nonprofit Detroit Forward is partnering with Southern New Hampshire University and career industries to offer degrees and certifications.
A group in Wayne County that supports families in a number of ways, including helping young children learn how to read, may soon expand its reach.
"If it has to do with young girls in New York City, then it's not political," said Meridith Maskara, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.
The student-reader interaction exposes children to professionals in various career fields who look like them.
The community raised more than $430,000 after St. Germaine Catholic School announced an operating deficit of roughly $150,000.
Concordia University announced it would remain open through 2025 two weeks after revealing major financial challenges.
The president of Calvin University has resigned after the Christian school said it received a report of "unwelcome and inappropriate communication and attention toward a non-student member of the campus community.".
Scheduled for a decision on Tuesday, the proposal has sparked both anticipation and debate within the community.
According to data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, enrollment in construction trades courses increased by over 19.3% from 2021-2022. In that same period, mechanic and repair saw an 11.5% increase and precision and production saw a 16.7% increase.
It's an 11-bill package, ranging from mental health and emergency plans to tip lines like the state's OK2SAY program.
In a letter to parents, Father Joe Barren explains the school has been running an operational deficit of $150,000 dollars for many years.
CTE programs work to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workforce demands.
Central Michigan University is expanding its free tuition program, making receiving a college education accessible for more Michigan residents.
The National Science Foundation has given a consortium of Great Lakes-area universities and tech companies $15 million to develop ways to extract harmful substances from wastewater.
Students who do well in reading also do well in life, and after a major learning loss during the COVID-19 pandemic, a Lansing in-school tutoring program is aiming to help bridge that academic gap.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is planning to urge lawmakers to pass legislation that would provide free community college tuition for all high school graduates.
A public school district in Michigan is considering a resolution Wednesday calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war while also encouraging its teachers to discuss the conflict in its classrooms.
A judge has approved a $2.8 million settlement in a dispute over unpaid work performed by aspiring hair stylists at a Michigan cosmetology school.
Former University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow was fired Wednesday for what the system's president called "abhorrent" actions.
At Walt Whitman Elementary in Pontiac, principal Letha Hopkins Powell treats her students as if their family. So, when Hopkins-Powell saw a problem at her school, she and her staff found a solution.
Some of the parents who took part in the march near Livernois and 18 Mile Road allege the district isn't providing proper literacy education for their children who have learning disabilities.
Liz Magill came under fire this week after a hearing in Congress where university presidents were asked about antisemitism on college campuses.
Michigan State University's Board of Trustees has unanimously approved the next president.
A teenager who killed four other students at a Michigan school will listen to their families and survivors of the mass shooting before a judge decides whether the attack will carry a life prison sentence.
The University of Michigan president says the school is launching a new effort to fight antisemitism and promote religious inclusion amid a rise in hate-inspired attacks globally.
The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is hosting its annual CEO symposium, bringing more than 250 members to MGM Grand Detroit.
A two-year construction project to build a sound wall along northbound I-75 in Troy will start on Saturday, and residents say it's a project that is well overdue.
Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows broke his left forearm and sustained a concussion during a scary head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene on Thursday at Minnesota as they converged on a fly ball in the eighth inning against the Twins.
A Michigan man who was charged with allegedly abusing a dog is heading to trial after he waived his preliminary examination.
A Detroit nonprofit is expanding its reach and bringing a unique youth development program into the city.
The Trump administration is suing Washtenaw County, accusing county officials of "obstructing federal immigration enforcement operations."
Brian Hooker exchanged Facebook messages with a friend, which CBS News exclusively reviewed, after his wife vanished in the Bahamas over the weekend.
Caitlin Tressler, 36, has not been seen or heard from since March 27. She was reported missing on April 2.
The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is hosting its annual CEO symposium, bringing more than 250 members to MGM Grand Detroit.
A two-year construction project to build a sound wall along northbound I-75 in Troy will start on Saturday, and residents say it's a project that is well overdue.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
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.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
The Trump administration is suing Washtenaw County, accusing county officials of "obstructing federal immigration enforcement operations."
Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.
Kent Anderson scored from the slot at 7:25 of the second overtime to back up Johnny Hicks′ 49 saves and lift Denver to a 4-3 victory over Michigan in a Frozen Four semifinal and keep alive the Pioneers' hoping of winning their third national title in five years.
Dearborn, Michigan, is home to the largest concentration of Lebanese Americans in the country, and many have been living through constant fear because of Israel's war in Lebanon.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging parents to consider moving up their children's vaccines against the measles in seven counties.
Many Michigan teens in severe mental health crises are sent far from home for treatment due to a lack of local resources.
Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows broke his left forearm and sustained a concussion during a scary head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene on Thursday at Minnesota as they converged on a fly ball in the eighth inning against the Twins.
Detroit will officially return to the WNBA schedule with the 2029 basketball season, league officials announced.
Kent Anderson scored from the slot at 7:25 of the second overtime to back up Johnny Hicks′ 49 saves and lift Denver to a 4-3 victory over Michigan in a Frozen Four semifinal and keep alive the Pioneers' hoping of winning their third national title in five years.
Dylan Larkin had three goals and an assist as the Detroit Red Wings kept their playoff chances alive with a 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Brooks Lee hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning for the Minnesota Twins in a 3-1 victory to complete a four-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers.
Warm temperatures jump in on Sunday with rain likely in multiple rounds next week.
From community trust to public safety, law enforcement leaders in Detroit are focusing on what comes next for policing at the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) conference.
A two-year construction project to build a sound wall along northbound I-75 in Troy will start on Saturday, and residents say it's a project that is well overdue.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team will host an on-campus parade and celebration Saturday after winning the 2026 NCAA national championship.
Detroit police have named the ex-boyfriend of a missing woman, last seen on March 27, as a person of interest.