Mike Musheinesh of Dearborn, a 44-year-old Palestinian who was born in a Syrian refugee camp and moved to the U.S. in 1987, was featured in a recent New York Times article discussing the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions on his company, Detroit Axle. Raised in East Dearborn, Musheinesh now oversees the $600 million auto parts
The Coleman A. Young Recreation Center has officially reopened after undergoing a significant $11 million renovation. The upgrades were made possible through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) contributing $5.9 million, and an unlimited Tax General Obligation (UTGO) bond adding $5.1 million. The recreation center opened its doors in 1980 and had been
State Representative Donni Steele (R-Orion Township) has introduced House Bill 4477, aiming to implement water safety education in Michigan schools. The proposed legislation would require the Department of Education to develop a comprehensive water safety program for students, focusing on essential skills like proper use of flotation devices, supervision, and swimming techniques. “We live in
An investigation is underway after a fatal shooting Sunday night in Detroit. The shooting occurred on Irvington Street, near 7 Mile and I-75, around 10:30 p.m. According to witnesses at the scene, an 18-year-old was outside when an unknown suspect approached and shot him in the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The
View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A Detroit man has been charged with theft and embezzlement following the disappearance of over half a million dollars from multiple ATMs. According to a criminal complaint filed in federal court, Antwaun Daniels, a former employee of Brink’s Inc., allegedly embezzled $592,160 while delivering
View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Two people are dead, and two others, including a child, are injured following a shooting in Detroit on Friday evening. The incident occurred on Patton Street, near Fenkell and Evergreen. According to police, two groups were involved in a shootout. A 40-year-old woman and
An investigation is underway after a shooting in Eastpointe on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near 8 Mile and Kelly. According to authorities, a sedan pulled up to the victim’s van and fired multiple shots. One person was struck several times, including in the head, and was rushed to the hospital. Their
A Southfield man has been charged after two children under the age of 10 came forward with allegations of criminal sexual Conduct. Lawrence Edward Miles, 69, a family member of the victims, is facing three counts of First-Degree CSC and two counts of Second-Degree CSC. The charges stem from incidents that allegedly took place between
Starting today, May 9 at 9 p.m., westbound I-696 will shut down entirely between I-75 and M-10 for a 10-day stretch as crews demolish the Church Street plaza bridge. The closure will remain in place until 5 a.m. Monday, May 19. EB I-696 has been closed since March. According to MDOT, the demolition will remove
A 19-year-old woman involved in the deadly Foot Locker shooting in Eastpointe has been formally charged and is set to be arraigned today. Lakylia Sheila Taylor, 19, was charged with the following felonies, according to court records: • Second-Degree Murder • Felony Firearm • Assault with Intent to Murder • Tampering with Evidence • Carrying
