Macomb County Settles Lawsuit With Black Deputy Over Alleged Racism
Raymond Langley says he's been repeatedly harassed because of his race.
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Raymond Langley says he's been repeatedly harassed because of his race.
Charges could be coming after a video surfaced of an officer ordering an African-American man to dance and make "monkey sounds."
The Grosse Pointe Park Police Department is continuing to investigate videos that show an officer allegedly humiliating a mentally impaired black man.
A community action group is calling on Grosse Pointe Park Police to suspend officers involved in the alleged abuse of a minority prisoner.
A black deputy is suing the Macomb County Sheriff's department for alleged discrimination on the job.
Jim Bonsall has apologized for a comment he made about "someone in a hoodie" that a city employee said was racially insensitive.
A judge called Leah Keaton's behavior "very, very hurtful."
The leader of a small Michigan college referred to the faces of minorities on his campus as "dark ones" during an appearance before a legislative subcommittee.
The survey concluded that just 15 percent believe white Americans are more racist.
A Mott Community College professor and a black secretary say there's a culture of racism that's become prevalent at the Flint school.
Unfortunately, political poll after political poll reveals that the presidential election of 2012 has much to do – in fact, more to do – with the race of the presidential candidate than most anything else.
Romney supporters, including his son Tagg, have moved away from dog whistle politics and are now engaging in outright disrespectful and racist campaigning.
While it is reported that 94% or more of African-Americans support President Barack Obama over Mitt Romney in the upcoming national presidential election, the rarely-spoken question is: Are many African-Americans only voting for Obama because he's black?
While there's nothing wrong with an African-American president speaking in a black dialect, there is something terribly wrong with him speaking in a black accent and cadence when undoubtedly inciting racism to a predominantly African-American audience.
The media keeps suggesting that the racism regarding candidates has to do with whites not wanting to vote for a black man, even though Barack Obama won a presidential election with a great amount of white support in 2008. What the media isn't talking about is the NBC-Wall Street survey results which say that there are basically no black supporters for the Caucasian candidate, Mitt Romney, in 2012.
An Egyptian immigrant who lives in Detroit is asking the U.S. government to classify him as black, not white.
In 2008 it seemed we had entered a new era of post-racial politics, but the dog whistle politics of the Grand Old Party has again raised its ugly head. In fact, since Obama's election the Tea Party Republicans efforts to race bait have only increased.
Former Presidential Candidate Herman Cain talks all things politics and pizza with Charlie.
Authorities in southwestern Michigan say a woman found a racial slur and the word "leave" spray painted on the outside of her home near the front door.
A former top lawyer for the city of Detroit who lost her job for describing a local court as "ghetto" has lost an appeal over her dismissal.
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A truth commission on racial inequality has been named to examine structural racism in southeast Michigan.
The ACLU accused the FBI of abusing increased powers it was given after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, citing partially redacted documents which show the FBI crossed the line in its assessment of Arab Americans in Michigan and other areas of the country.
The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis, the team announced on its official website, ending his tenure with the organization just weeks after he was reportedly hired.
A new round of interstate ramp closures begins Saturday in Metro Detroit as MDOT gears up for construction season.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office says a 17-year-old was arraigned as an adult over a shooting incident in Warren.
A boil water advisory was lifted Friday for New Haven, but remained in place for affected residents of Lenox Township.
Detroit Fire Department responded to a house fire on Friday morning along Pinehurst Street near Six Mile Road.
The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis, the team announced on its official website, ending his tenure with the organization just weeks after he was reportedly hired.
Authorities are investigating a fire that killed two people and their dogs Thursday morning in Genesee County's Fenton Township.
A new round of interstate ramp closures begins Saturday in Metro Detroit as MDOT gears up for construction season.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Novartis has settled a suit by Henrietta Lacks' estate alleging the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off cells were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951.
The Defense Department on Wednesday shot down a U.S. Customs and Border Protection drone in southwest Texas, federal officials confirmed to CBS News.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
No charges have been filed against Arnold, who was a 2024 first-round NFL draft pick.
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker has decided to return for an 11th season.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 on Tuesday night to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Authorities are trying to determine what caused a fire at a St. Clair County law enforcement storage building - and also what criminal evidence may have been lost amid the blaze.
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York on Friday,.
A Michigan woman is facing federal charges for her role in a $4.6 million fraud scheme that purported to help launch a child's modeling career, but the money was instead directed to gambling expenses.
A dog died and a woman has been hospitalized after a house fire on Pinehurst Avenue near Six Mile Road early Friday in Detroit.
The Michigan Department of Transportation is set to resume the Restore the Reuther project, with I-696/I-75 interchange ramp closures scheduled to begin Saturday. Here's a rundown of what motorists can expect on the freeways.