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Calvin University Welcomes Alumnus Greg Elzinga as Its 13th President

2 months ago | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Wikipedia/Michael Shade, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has officially inaugurated its 13th president, Greg Elzinga. The Friday ceremony marked a new era for the university which is quickly approaching its 150th anniversary. Elzinga, a first-generation graduate and alumnus of the institution, brings to the role a deep history of global faith-based engagement.
Dearborn Heights Man Charged in Stabbing of Caseworker in Orion

2 months ago | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Oakland County Sheriff's OfficeA 34-year-old Dearborn Heights man faces serious charges after prosecutors say he stabbed a caseworker several times in Orion Township. Gul Nabi Rahmati has been charged with assault with intent to murder and assault with a dangerous weapon for the attack on Zubair Mansuori, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald announced.
Michigan House Votes to Amend Wage and Sick Leave Laws in Wake of

Jan 24, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Google Street ViewIn a decisive move, the Michigan House of Representatives voted to adjust the state's minimum wage and paid sick leave laws in response to a Michigan Supreme Court ruling. The Court had ordered the implementation of a voter-initiated increased minimum wage and expanded paid sick leave, set to start on February 21. However, the recent House voting could alter the expected changes for Michigan workers.
Michigan Culinary Talent Shines with Semifinalist Nods in 2025 James

Jan 24, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Google Street View Michigan's culinary landscape is again in the spotlight as the James Beard Awards, akin to the Oscars of the food world, has named several local restaurants and chefs semifinalists for its 2025 honors. The James Beard Foundation, a culinary nonprofit celebrating the pillars of America's food culture, has included Detroit and its environs in its latest accolades, shining a light on the region's gastronomic talent.
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Workers Ratify New Contract,

Jan 24, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Google Street ViewNearly 2,000 nurses and other healthcare workers within the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow system are breathing a collective sigh of relief after ratifying a new three-year contract, just in time to avert a planned five-day strike.
13-Vehicle Pile-Up Prompts Closure of US-31 Near Muskegon Amid Severe

Jan 23, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

A series of vehicle crashes on US-31 near Muskegon, Michigan, led to the closure of the freeway for several hours yesterday, with at least one person injured in an incident that involved 13 vehicles. The freeway was closed briefly following the main crash that occurred just south of the interchange with M-120 in Muskegon Township, as reported by FOX 17.
Stellantis Boosts U.S. Auto Industry with Detroit-Made Dodge Durango

Jan 23, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Google Street ViewAutomotive giant Stellantis has announced significant investments in its U.S. manufacturing operations, with the core highlight being the next-generation Dodge Durango set to be produced in Detroit. This move aligns with a series of actions that aim to revitalize the American auto industry and secure jobs.
Detroit Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Severe Violence Against

Jan 23, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Oakland County JailA Detroit man, 23-year-old Jacob Macklis, is facing multiple charges after a distressing episode at the American Inn in Royal Oak Township, where he is accused of severely assaulting a woman and her children. Macklis was arrested and is charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct, assault with intent to maim, assault by strangulation, felonious assault, two counts of third-degree child abuse, and domestic violence, as reported by CBS News Detroit.
Michigan Online Gaming Reaches Record Heights with $264.2 Million in

Jan 22, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: Google Street View Michigan is witnessing a dynamic trend in its online gambling landscape, with operators raking in a record $264.2 million in gross iGaming and sports betting receipts for December 2024. Yet, this figure reveals a contrast in performance: while iGaming reached its highest peak to date, gross sports betting receipts took a steep decline, as reported by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB).
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Signs Landmark Bills to Expand

Jan 22, 2025 | hoodline.com | Marcus Taylor

Source: City of Detroit, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsIn a notable move towards enhancing reproductive rights, Governor Gretchen Whitmer inked a suite of bills that reshaped birth control access in Michigan. One of the critical pieces of the package, House Bills 5435 and 5436, permit Michigan pharmacists to prescribe birth control, reported ClickOnDetroit.