The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled today in favor of a group of parents from Maryland, who were seeking the ability to opt their children out of school instruction that includes LGBTQ themes. A 6-3 decision, with the court’s conservative majority siding with religious families who argued the lack of an opt-out option violated their

A student who graduated as valedictorian from Detroit Cristo Rey High School in southwest Detroit is heading to Harvard University this fall, after being accepted to all 11 colleges she applied to — each offering her a full-ride scholarship Kaylee Razo, who comes from a low-income, first-generation immigrant family, said she never imagined this moment.

Michigan lawmakers just moved forward with new bills aimed at protecting renters. The proposed laws would require landlords to fix dangerous conditions within 48 hours of being notified, or tenants could withhold rent or pay for repairs and deduct the cost. Another bill would make landlords give tenants a 90-day notice before raising rent. These

Five-time Grammy award-winning rap star Lil Wayne has announced his ‘Tha Carter VI’ North American tour, celebrating over 20 years of his iconic Tha Carter album series. Lil Wayne will perform at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 8 p.m. Special guests Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington will join him for the

A high-speed police chase involving two motorcycles ended in a critical crash. Wyandotte police were chasing the motorcycles on Sunday. One of the riders who initially fled crashed on Fort Street near Eureka in Southgate. The rider was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The crash remains under investigation.

There are several carnival options this weekend. • Hazel Park Memorial Weekend Festival 2025 Dates: May 24 at 4 PM – May 26 at 9 PM Location: Hazel Park Recreation Department, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd, Hazel Park, MIHighlights: Carnival rides, food, games. Note: Kids under 18 must be with a parent or guardian. Bags

A cleanup effort is ongoing at the property of Detroit’s well-known “castle” following a viral wave of social media attention. The cleanup is focused on a lot along Chalmers Street, which is owned by Charles E. Brooks Jr. and sits directly behind his home on Lakewood Street — often referred to as “the castle.” After

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Thousands of Protesters of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk gathered in Metro Detroit on Saturday to demonstrate against the administration’s stance on government reduction, economic policies, immigration, human & civil rights, ongoing wars & more. “Hands Off!”, a national rally, was also held