The Michigan Chronicle

The Michigan Chronicle serves as a vital source of news, information, and events tailored to the African American community. For over 80 years, it has been a trusted resource for leaders and residents in metropolitan Detroit, keeping them informed about issues that affect their lives. The Michigan Chronicle takes pride in its deep connections with the grassroots community, as well as its established relationships with key influencers and opinion leaders. We are attuned to the heartbeat of the neighborhoods we serve. Our readers have confidence in us, knowing that The Michigan Chronicle will present both the positive and negative stories in a fair and balanced way.

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Detroit City Council Candidates Tout Endorsements From Local Groups

1 week ago | michiganchronicle.com | Sam Robinson

A number of candidates running for Detroit City Council are flexing endorsements as they knock doors to get out the vote ahead of the August 5 primary election. The election technically begins next week as absentee ballots are mailed out June 22 to those on the state’s permanent mailing list or who requested them. The general election is Nov. 6. Incumbent council president pro-tem James Tate, District 5, and incumbent council member Latisha Johnson, District 4, are both running unopposed.
Jenkins Drops Gloves, Craig Times Out: Four Takeaways From Detroit Mayoral Debate

1 week ago | michiganchronicle.com | Sam Robinson

Sam Robinson, senior [email protected] CEO and former city council president Saunteel Jenkins stole the show at the end of Monday night’s Detroit mayoral debate hosted by WDIV-Local 4 and AARP of Michigan. Candidates answered questions from WDIV’s Jason Colthorp related to affordable housing, policing and economic development, specifically within Detroit’s inner-city neighborhoods. Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, Triumph Church pastor Rev.
Beneath Our Feet: How Detroit Roots, Collard Greens, and Bronze Coins Ground a Powerful Artistic Collaboration Through Art and Ancestry

1 week ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

(L) Mario Moore in the studio. Photo by Danielle Eliska, (R) LaKela Brown in the studio. Courtesy of the LaKela BrownBefore any formal proposal or gallery space came into view, artists LaKela Brown and Mario Moore were already deep in conversation.
Black Detroiters Debate Support for Noncitizens Facing Deportation

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Jeremy Allen

There’s a debate over African Americans’ role in defending noncitizen migrants facing the threat of removal during President Donald Trump’s mass deportation effort. The conversation largely playing out online in the comments of viral social media posts is revealing the different attitudes of Black Detoriters— who are surrounded by immigrants within and around the city’s borders — including some elected leaders and grassroots organizers.
After the Flood: Comerica, Detroit Lions, and Volunteers Rally to Restore Southwest Detroit

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Volunteers during the Delray Neighborhood CleanupTuesday morning, the forecast was sunny, with a light breeze, no humidity, nor a cloud in sight; just months ago the weather told a different story after a devastating water main break turned parts of Southwest Detroit into an icy flood zone, hundreds of volunteers gathered at the Delray Community Center with gloves, paintbrushes, and a shared mission: to help this resilient neighborhood bounce back stronger.
Beats, Bats & Black Excellence: Black in Baseball Weekend Hits it Out of the Park in Detroit June 13

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Norman “Turkey” Stearnes, Jake Woods, and Willie Horton, courtesy of MLB and Comerica This weekend, Comerica Park will echo with more than just the crack of the bat and roars of the crowd. From June 13–15, the Detroit Tigers, in partnership with Comerica Bank, will celebrate Black in Baseball Weekend, a high-energy tribute to Black culture, community, and contributions to America’s pastime.
Highland Park Invites Public to Help Shape the City’s Future During Economic Strategy and Branding Open House

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

Highland Park resident Ken Chambers during the Open House on Tuesday, 6/10/2025With the hum of possibility in the air and a vision for revitalization on the horizon, the City of Highland Park called on residents, business owners, and community supporters to take part in an essential civic conversation about its future. On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., city officials held a drop-in Economic Strategy and Branding Open House at 138 Cortland Street.
Sam Robinson Joins Michigan Chronicle as Senior Reporter During Critical Year for Detroit

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Jeremy Allen

Veteran journalist and Detroit resident Sam Robinson has joined the Michigan Chronicle as senior reporter. Together with current senior reporter Ebony JJ Curry, the two will continue the Chronicle’s ongoing political coverage during a historic moment for Detroit’s government and civic life. Robinson, who brings nearly a decade of experience covering politics and culture, joins the Chronicle at a critical inflection point for the city.
‘No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings’: Farmington Hills Joins Nationwide Protest to Defend Democracy

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

courtesy of No KingsAs worries and protest across the country begin to grow regarding the decline of democratic principles, the Farmington/Farmington Hills Democratic Club (FFHDC) is set to participate in a worldwide protest movement on June 14 by organizing a local “No Kings” rally to oppose authoritarianism and political families.
Retired NFL Star Launches Free Summer Program at Wayne State to Empower Detroit Middle Schoolers Through Academics, Sports, and Mentorship

2 weeks ago | michiganchronicle.com | Amber Ogden

courtesy of Joique BellBorn in Benton Harbor, “Detroit Made” former NFL running back for the Detroit Lions Joique Bell is taking his commitment to the city’s youth to the next level this summer, launching a five-week academic and athletic enrichment program designed to empower middle school students through a mix of STEAM learning, sports, mentorship, and real-world career exposure.