Excerpt Gaza’s only Catholic parish keeps its doors open amid the siege—and one of its priests, Fr. Romanelli, calls on the world to pray for peace. In Dearborn, where faith, family, and justice converge, his simple plea echoes loudly. In Gaza, where bombs fall and fear swells, Faith stands firmer. Fr. Gabriel Romanelli—the parish priest ...

Excerpt: The State Board of Education just tapped Dr. Glenn M. Maleyko—the longtime head of Dearborn Public Schools—to be Michigan’s next state superintendent. For the city widely called the capital of Arab America, this is not a routine personnel change. It’s a once-in-a-generation chance to bake language access, culturally responsive teaching, and anti-bigotry protections into ...

Excerpt: At their Minneapolis meeting, Democratic leaders withdrew their own “clarifying” Israel–Gaza resolution after progressives pushed an arms embargo and suspension of aid to Israel. Translation: the party that bankrolls this war still can’t take a moral position. Meanwhile, the Green Party—alone among national parties—has for years called for BDS, sanctions, and an arms embargo ...

SACRAMENTO, CA — Politico is facing sharp criticism from California voters after excluding Green Party gubernatorial candidate Prof. Butch Ware from its upcoming California Governor Candidate Forum scheduled for August 27. Instead of adding Ware to the lineup following voter concerns, Politico made a controversial move—removing the word “candidate” from the biographies of all participants ...

The Islamic Association of Greater Detroit (IAGD) in Rochester Hills has officially completed a $20 million expansion, transforming it into one of the largest, most modern mosques in Michigan. RedditTikTok What’s New? The expansion, years in the making, has added a massive prayer hall, new formal classrooms, a gymnasium, a conference room, library, and an ...

Dearborn Heights is celebrating a historic milestone: Ameera Hashwi, a 25-year-old graduate of Wayne State University, was recently crowned Miss Wayne County 2025—becoming the first woman in a hijab to win the title. Hindustan TimesMiss Wayne County Ameera will champion her service initiative, “Step Up & Serve,” which promotes physical fitness and community engagement, and ...

By DearBornBlog Staff, August 2025 As self-driving technology gains traction on U.S. roads, states are stepping up with updated safety and legal frameworks. A Michigan Advance report reveals that this year, lawmakers introduced 67 autonomous vehicle (AV) bills across 25 states, addressing everything from definitions to insurance, licensing, and testing protocols. Michigan Advance Michigan’s Part ...

Meet U-M’s 2025–26 Leaders As the new academic year begins, the University of Michigan has announced key university leadership across institutional roles, including chair of the Board of Regents—Mark Bernstein will serve as Chair and Regent Michael J. Behm as Vice Chair, effective July 1, 2025.Record Green Party Caucus Stepping Up Its Game In local ...

Recent reports show that Michigan beaches—and many across the Great Lakes—faced dangerous bacteria levels this summer, prompting closures and advisories that impact local swimmers and outdoor lovers. Scope of the IssueAccording to a report from Environment Michigan’s Safe for Swimming? dashboard, a staggering 71% of Great Lakes beaches were unsafe for swimming at least one ...

A revealing report from Declassified UK exposes growing discontent within Reuters, as several staff—speaking anonymously—accuse the agency’s editors and management of applying a pro-Israel bias in their coverage of Palestine, especially during the Israel–Hamas war. A key flashpoint was the agency’s reporting on the assassination of Palestinian journalist Anas al-Sharif—a former Reuters staffer and Pulitzer ...

By Dearborn Staff, August 2025 A wave of controversy has erupted over the People’s Conference for Palestine, set to take place in Detroit from August 29–31 under the theme “Gaza Is the Compass.” This year's lineup features high-profile, divisive figures—raising questions about political optics and civic responsibility. Who’s Speaking—and Why It Matters Hussam Shaheen, a ...

By [Your Name], August 2025 A New York Post analysis reveals a startling trend: between 2020 and 2024, over 2 million voters left the Democratic Party, while about 2.4 million joined the GOP across 30 tracked states. This reversal has cut the Democrats’ registration advantage from around 11% to just above 6%. This shakeup stretches ...

Published: August 18, 2025 The Department of Public Works in Dearborn is actively repairing three significant water main breaks at these key intersections: Cherry Hill Rd & Outer Dr Penn St & McKinley St Warren Ave & Kendal St dearborn.gov Residents are urged to avoid these areas and use alternate routes until repairs are complete. ...

Excerpt: Italian dockworkers in Genoa have again refused to be cogs in the war machine—blocking the Saudi state-owned cargo ship Bahri Yanbu after discovering it was carrying and slated to load military cargo linked to Israel’s assault on Gaza. Their action exposes an ugly truth: while European workers and courts are increasingly shutting the spigot, Saudi Arabia is facilitating the supply chain by moving weaponry on its ...

Block quote“What’s happening to Gaza today is a new Karbala… The event is to remind people of historical oppression and the present oppression of the people of Gaza.” —Imam Husham Al-Husainy, Dearborn [Detroit Free Press]. 1 On Saturday, Aug. 16, Dearborn will again close northbound Greenfield (Ford → Warren) for the annual Arba’eén march. Participants will pray at the Karbalaa Islamic Educational Center (KIEC), 15332 ...

This is an opinion column. Many are applauding Madonna for pleading with the new Pope to visit Gaza, “bring your light to the children,” and open humanitarian gates. In her Instagram posts and ensuing coverage, she also stressed she’s “not taking sides or pointing fingers.” InstagramAP News That is precisely the problem. To treat a U.N.-flagged ...

Livonia, MI — On Thursday, August 14, Livonia will step into the national spotlight as Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib convenes a Tariff Town Hall at Madonna University’s Welcome Center. Joining her will be two respected voices in manufacturing: Chuck Dardas, CEO of AlphaUSA, and Dan Laible, a regional industry leader. The evening’s focus: tariffs — and ...

Summary: The Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) is a small, fast-growing Reformed denomination closely connected to pastor Doug Wilson of Moscow, Idaho. It has been at the center of multiple theological and cultural fights—from the “Federal Vision” debate to high-profile abuse-case handling and a slavery pamphlet controversy. With U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth now publicly ...

Dearborn’s 2024 general election didn’t just shuffle winners — it upended assumptions.A Republican plurality at the top of the ticket, a historic Green Party surge, and steady Democratic strength down-ballot painted the picture of a city in political transition. But one thing didn’t change enough: voter turnout. 📊 What the Numbers Say — and Why ...

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One of 8 children of migrant farm workers who came to the Midwest to pick crops, and settled in the area of Toledo Ohio, I began life in deep poverty. My dad subsequently started working at the Jeep plant and became a UAW member. He remained a UAW member till his death. The lessons of ...

نتحدث عن الحكاية العلاقة الباردة بين الجمهورية الإسلامية الإيرانية و التيار الصدري _

لم تكن الولايات المتحدة الأميركية الحليف الأول لإسرائيل منذ تأسيسها في العام 1948. بل بدأت في العام 1967.

On May 14, 1948, while then–U.S. President Harry Truman listened to debates in the White House about recognizing Israel, the State Department was unenthusiastic. They argued that recognizing Israel would anger Arabs and Muslims, and that Israel was not an American problem but a British one. Britain, after all, was the primary backer of the ...

In a political moment that’s shaking up the Democratic establishment, a recent IMEU Policy Project–commissioned poll by Data for Progress confirms that Zohran Mamdani’s pro-Palestinian platform played a substantial role in his victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary. 78% believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, aligning with Mamdani’s framing of the conflict. ...

A proposed mixed-use development in Texas, spearheaded by a mosque, has become the center of a heated national debate — igniting accusations, political interventions, and a wave of Islamophobic rhetoric. The planned community, called EPIC City, was envisioned to include 1,000 housing units, senior living, commercial spaces, a faith-based school, and a community college. Promotional ...

By Dearborn Blog Staff Across West Africa, a bold experiment in regional unity is unfolding—one that holds powerful lessons for Arab communities yearning for solidarity beyond artificial borders. On July 6, 2024, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger officially joined forces under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), establishing a confederation with ambitious aims: mutual defense, ...

In a time when truth-telling comes at a deadly cost, GAZA: Journalists Under Fire sheds light on the harrowing reality faced by Palestinian journalists working under siege. Directed and distributed for free by Brave New Films, the documentary has already been hailed by writer and film historian Ed Rampell of The Progressive as “heartbreaking,” “well-made,” ...

By Dearborn Blog Staff Calling all family, friends, and firework lovers — a favorite Downriver tradition is making its return! From August 15–17, the Brownstown Summer Festival lights up the season with free, fun-filled days at the Brownstown Recreation Campus. Here’s what you can look forward to: A lively vendor market, cool beer tent, and ...

شعراء بين الركام — القصيدة لا تموت تحت الأنقاض الحلقة السابعة: فاطمة الساحلي... حين تكتب الشاعرة على حافة الحنين يواصل برنامج شعراء بين الركام رحلته في التنقيب عن الجمر المتّقد تحت رماد الحرب، عن الشعر الذي لا يهادن، عن الكلمة التي تنبت حتى في أرضٍ ملغّمة بالخذلان. سبع حلقات، سبعة أصوات، سبعة أرواح تحترف الوقوف ...

In a move that signals growing taxpayer fatigue, Livonia voters gave a resounding "no"—nearly 67% against—to the $150 million “Livonia Built” bond proposal during the August 5 primary election. The plan aimed to fund a new police department, update five fire stations, enhance infrastructure, and create a park-gathering area. But Livonia residents pushed back—citing rising ...

Get ready to experience some of the world’s most groundbreaking artworks, right here in Detroit. Opening August 8, 2025, the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) unveils Highlights from the Modern Collection, an extraordinary exhibition featuring 65 standout works from its world-renowned collection of modern art. This is more than an art show—it’s a walk through ...

In a week dominated by political drama, one name has risen above the headlines—not for controversy, but for the overwhelming support pouring in from every corner of the community: Saif Alsenad. The longtime public servant and respected public affairs director at the Wayne County Executive’s Office stepped down this week amid an ongoing FBI investigation ...

“Radical in values, disciplined in action”August 6, 2025 | Dearborn Blog In a major step forward for grassroots politics and principled leadership, Mark Elbourno has been elected Treasurer of the Green Party of the United States, bringing with him a bold, strategic vision for justice, equity, and sustainability. Elbourno, a well-known organizer within the Green ...

This week marks the end of an era. Rashid Khalidi, the Palestinian-American historian who spent decades reshaping how the world sees Palestine, has retired from Columbia University. For many in the Arab and Muslim American community — especially here in Dearborn — Khalidi was more than just a professor. He was a lighthouse. A voice ...

By: Dearborn Blog StaffDate: 4 August 2025 In a historic move that marks a turning point for both the American political landscape and the future of Arab and Muslim American engagement, Wissam Charafeddine, a Dearborn-based educator, activist, and thinker, has been elected to the Steering Committee of the Green Party of the United States (GPUS). ...

If you’ve flown out of Detroit Metro recently, you might’ve noticed TSA’s new trick — those face scan cameras staring you down before you even get to your gate. Now, a new bill called the Traveler Privacy Protection Act wants to make sure saying “la, thanks” won’t land you in the slow lane. Here’s the ...

So, Detroit is getting a new neighbor — and no, it’s not another shawarma spot (though we wouldn’t complain). Apple just announced they’re opening the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit on August 19, and it’s all about helping U.S. businesses level up with AI, smart manufacturing, and automation. Now, we know what you’re thinking: “That’s ...