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As Election Day draws closer, the divide between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump has become a chasm. With the help of well-known supporters like Beyoncé, Usher, and Bruce Springsteen who gathered in cities across the country to support her inclusive platform, Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, has spent the final days of her campaign calling for unity among Americans. Meanwhile, Trump, the Republican nominee, took the stage at Madison Square Garden, delivering a closing pitch that...
Western Wayne County NAACP (WWC-NAACP), had some amazing events over the weekend as they celebrated their 77th Anniversary. The Freedom Fund Dinner was held on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at the Fairlane Banquet & Event Center, located in Dearborn, MI. In attendance, there were individuals from all walks of life, who were a part of various communities that makeup Western Wayne County. The guest list included some of today's local and state leaders like NAACP Michigan State Conference President...
The City of Detroit along with the Harris/Walz campaign held an early voting rally at Western International High School. The day was beautiful with excellent weather. The line formed early, by 11 am, it was forming around the school and down Clark Street. In the earlier part of 2023, the bill passed allowing at least nine days of early voting for elections. "It removes any opportunities or reasons not to," says Michigan House of Representative Tyrone Carter. "We've made it extremely convenient...
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity since 1936 has made it an initiative to register voters, inform and engage communities. The Harris and Walz campaign host a Meet and Greek at The Historic Alpha House in Detroit, Michigan on Friday October 18, 2024. Alpha Phi Alpha's own Senator Raphael Warnock attends the gathering with great words of wisdom. Senator Warnock is a member of the Senate serving the State of Georgia. The house was packed. Full of cheer, eagerness and patience. Senator Warnock, a pastor...
ALPENA, MI--At their quarterly meeting held today in Alpena, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission passed a resolution to establish a set of guiding principles for use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Michigan. They also passed a resolution in support of SB 205-207, bills that would prohibit discrimination in housing based on source of income. "The use of AI is all but ubiquitous," said Commission Chair Gloria Lara, "and the speed and extent of its adoption demands we take seriously the...
As Americans, the country is in the final weeks of the election season and time is of the essence for the Harris-Walz campaign. Black voters, especially Black men are the targeted demographic in hopes of strengthening and gaining support for Vice President, Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. On Monday night, Black community leaders, influencers, campaign advisors, activist, actors and entrepreneurs gathered at TV Lounge in Detroit. The Michigan Democratic Party who hosted the event and...
Many black men have been on the fence about the presidential campaign. Anyone is free to, it's their right as an American. Black men are citing how prices were cheaper during the Trump Administration, and how inflation has skyrocketed under Biden. Those same black men cannot say the name of our current tax system, that has given large corporations record breaking tax cuts. Which is Donald Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, enacted in 2018 to 2025. Those same black men will justify and gloss over...
My fellow journalist and I ventured in the world of Trump supporters in search of knowledge. We attended a Donald Trump presidential rally! The rally was held at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan. Driving along the main road to campus, residents perched outside their homes with flags and signs totting their support. It began at 6 p.m. and early arrival was advised. Those who arrived between 3 - 4 p.m. were able to attend the inside of the closed rally venue. Once we arrived, security...
The U.S. Postal Service instituted a temporary price increase for the busiest shipping time of the year to "help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season." The price increases, which started Oct. 6, will remain in effect through midnight on Jan. 19, 2025 and covers USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express. Price increases range from 30 cents to $16 based on weight of the package, whether it is retail or commercial and its "zone," the classification...
Monday marked the first anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people and the abduction of over 200 hostages, according to Israeli authorities. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, the surprise attack started a protracted conflict in which Israel's military response resulted in at least 41,900 Palestinian deaths and more than 97,300 injuries. Over the past year, the war has escalated across the region, with Hezbollah launching...
Dearborn, Mich., October 8, 2024 –The Western Wayne County NAACP will hold its 27th Annual Freedom Fund Dinner at Fairlane Banquet Center, 700 Town Center Drive in Dearborn, on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Serving as 2024 Honorary Chairs are Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive, and Dr. Mahmoud Al-Hadidi, M.D., founder of the World Peace Association, a non-profit organization providing community service, bridge building, and promoting peace. Elected as Wayne County executive in 2015, Evans' l...
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has intensified its efforts to combat abusive medical debt collection practices, seeking to protect over 100 million Americans burdened by $220 billion in medical debt. Vice President Kamala Harris said she's supporting the action, which targets pervasive problems like inflated prices, double billing, and attempts to collect on fictitious or unverified debts. CFPB Director Rohit Chopra highlighted the rampant problems in medical billing and...
We have all heard the stories of bullied teens taking their own lives. Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 10-18. It is also the 5th leading cause of death for children ages 6-12, and, in many cases, bullying can be a catalyst. Studies have shown that bullying aggravates depression and increases suicide risk for both the victim and the perpetrator. When kids who are at risk for suicide because of depression or other mental health issues experience bullying, the results can...
Union workers are still on strike at the Marathon Oil Refinery in Southwest Detroit. The 273 union members had voted by 95% to strike after negotiations and mediation did not end in a resolution. Now with expired contracts since January, members of Local 283, are demanding that their concerns be met. Outside the entrance, members can be seen walking, talking and chanting to get the attention of anyone who passes by along, with other employees and those who are in charge. It is interesting to...
Vice President Kamala Harris decisively took control of the first presidential debate against former President Donald Trump in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, delivering a performance that put Trump on the defensive for much of the evening. Moderators David Muir and Linsey Davis of ABC News kept a tight handle on the debate, significantly improving from CNN's June handling of Trump and President Joe Biden. The debate began with a surprise as Harris approached Trump to shake his hand and introduce...
Michigan's most vulnerable communities are receiving federal funding to fight the devastating effects of climate change. It's part of the $27 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. This spring, Michigan was awarded $156 million to use as grants, which is the largest initiative of its kind in history. The goal is to strengthen the nation's economic competitiveness and advance energy independence, while at the same time reducing energy costs in historically underserved communities. Shalanda H....
Dearborn, Mich., October 8, 2024 –The Western Wayne County NAACP will hold its 27th Annual Freedom Fund Dinner at Fairlane Banquet Center, 700 Town Center Drive in Dearborn, on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Serving as 2024 Honorary Chairs are Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive, and Dr. Mahmoud Al-Hadidi, M.D., founder of the World Peace Association, a non-profit organization providing community service, bridge building, and promoting peace. Elected as Wayne County executive in 2015, Evans' l...
Since taking on the role of mayor once again in the city of Inkster, Byron Nolen says his goal is to grow the city and its ability to provide essential services to improve the lives of residents there. Nolen was sworn in as Mayor of Inkster in January, after incumbent Mayor Patrick Wimberly lost his re-election bid last November. Nolen says economic development is key to the city's success and cites recent and ongoing improvements at Inkster's two Wayne County Parks, Colonial Park and Inkster...
Mayor Mike Duggan and several members of City Council rolled out a dramatic change in the way new affordable housing projects are approved, with the goal of making Detroit the easiest community in Michigan to build affordable housing. "We have built or preserved $1 billion in affordable housing units in the last 5 years, but the way our population is growing and rents are rising, we have to build another $1 billion to keep long-time Detroiters from priced out of the city," Mayor Duggan said....
LANSING, Mich., Sept. 17, 2024 - Members of the Michigan Legislative Black Caucus (MLBC) spent time last week in Washington, D.C., at the 53rd Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference. As Black legislators, leaders, influencers, movers and makers from across the country convened to talk about the policies that impact Black communities, MLBC members took the concerns from their communities and Michigan legislative victories on the road to the nation's capital. Members of the MLBC...
DETROIT – Wayne County has surpassed its milestone of $100 million in PACE financing for energy-efficient projects. This remarkable achievement is a reflection of Wayne County's successful utilization of the PACE program to mobilize private capital for the development of eco-friendly buildings. The PACE program provides financing for sustainable economic development projects which could be used toward installing environmentally friendly HVAC systems, windows, solar panels, and the like. This p...
(StatePoint) Scammers are getting better at what they do all the time. According to the Data Book, Americans reported losing $10 billion to scams in 2023, a full $1 billion more than in 2022. While anyone can be a victim, elderly people are often targeted, as they are presumed to have more savings. According to CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals, you can help safeguard your financial future with these tips: Slow Down From romance scams to debt and IRS scams, many scammers use...
As Michigan gears up for November's pivotal presidential election, the League of Women Voters of Michigan is ramping up efforts to make this National Voter Registration Day more successful than ever. The nonpartisan group has launched a series of voter drives across the state. Paula Bowman, co-president of the league, noted when it is a presidential election year, public interest in voting typically increases and as a result, her organization has received invitations to set up registration...
Detroit, MI. August 29, 2024 – Wayne County officials will officially open the doors, on Tuesday, September 3, to the newly completed Wayne County Criminal Justice Center (CJC), a state-of-the-art facility that marks a significant milestone in the county's criminal justice system. The project which spans over 11 acres and more than one million square feet across seven buildings, is now fully operational. "The opening of the Criminal Justice Center ushers in a new era of justice for Wayne C...
