Briana Gasorski
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Michigan GOP threatens aid for K-12 schools
January 27th, 20210 LANSING — Michigan House Republicans proposed a $3.5 billion coronavirus recovery plan, but threatened to withhold billions to K-12 schools. The GOP would withhold the funds if Governor Whitmer doesn’t cede her administration’s power to prohibit in-person learning and sports to local health departments. Senate Republicans...Two council members, mayor and Council chair pro-tem appointed in Dearborn Heights
January 26th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — With two newly appointed Council members, mayor and Council chair pro-tem, Dearborn Heights leadership say they are ready to move forward. After former Councilwoman Lisa Hicks-Clayton was elected treasurer in November, her seat on the City Council had been unfilled since Dec. 8 as the Council couldn’t reach an...Dearborn Heights interviews mayoral candidates
January 25th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — The Dearborn Heights City Council went forward with interviewing four candidates for mayor during a study session on Monday. Originally, they intended on interviewing five candidates. However, due to a death in the family, Wayne County Commissioner David Knezek withdrew his application. “While our family...Dearborn Public Library joins the “Read Woke Challenge”
January 23rd, 20210 DEARBORN — The Dearborn Public Library is hosting a “Read Woke Challenge” until Feb. 20 to encourage community members to read “woke” books. The challenge was originally created by Cicely Lewis, a school librarian in Georgia. The goal is to engage the community in thoughtful dialogue surrounding the themes and topics...Dearborn Heights City Council remains deadlocked on a new Council member; new applicants for mayoral position announced
January 23rd, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Tensions flared during a study session and special meeting held by the Dearborn Heights City Council on Tuesday. During the regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 12, Councilman Ray Muscat had made a motion to hold a special meeting to appoint the mayor, however, when the agenda packet was sent out, there was no...Biden issues mask, quarantine order for travelers coming to the U.S.
January 21st, 20210 WASHINGTON D.C. — In an executive order issued by President Biden, masks and quarantines will be required for travelers coming to the United States. In the order, Biden is requiring masks be worn in airports, on airplanes, buses and other forms of transportation and people who arrive into the U.S. from other countries are required...U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider resigns; Saima Mohsin to take over
January 21st, 20210 DETROIT — United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Matthew Schneider has submitted a resignation letter to President Biden, shortly after Biden was sworn in. Schneider’s last day will be Feb. 1 and he will be joining a private law firm based in Detroit. Saima Mohsin, who has served as the first assistant...Michigan expands food assistance through June
January 21st, 20210 LANSING — The state of Michigan is increasing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by 15 percent until June. The extension means that recipients will see an increase of 15 percent added to their Bridge Cards by the end of the month in addition to benefits previously added. "No Michigander should worry...Westland man charged in assault of police officer with hockey stick during Capitol Riot
January 21st, 20210 WESTLAND — A 29-year-old Westland man who was seen beating a police officer with a hockey stick during the riots at the U.S. Capitol has been charged. Michael Joseph Foy was identified by the FBI through news tips and footage provided by several media outlets that showed him swinging a hockey stick at a police officer who was on...Beaumont opening two new vaccine clinics; expanding COVID-19 call center
January 20th, 20210 DEARBORN — Starting Jan. 20, Beaumont Dearborn and Beaumont Troy will open additional COVID-19 vaccine clinics at their facilities. Beaumont has already administered approximately 32,000 vaccines and is prepared to administer as many as 50,000 per week if it receive enough vaccines from the state. “We have the expertise and...Treasurer Lisa Hicks-Clayton addresses concerns from the residents while keeping positivity a focus
January 20th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Taking on a new job is often difficult, especially during a pandemic, but Treasurer Lisa Hicks-Clayton is determined to make positivity a priority. Having been elected in November, Hicks-Clayton hasn’t skipped a beat in her community involvement. From food drives to posting inspiring signs throughout her...21 shipments of the COVID vaccine compromised due to temperature issues
January 19th, 20210 LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced that 21 shipments of the Moderna vaccine were compromised in transit to the state. The shipments were being transported by McKesson Corp., a healthcare distribution company contracted with the federal government to handle coronavirus vaccine, and...Dearborn Council members continue their COVID-19 forum to discuss small businesses
January 16th, 20210 DEARBORN — Hosted by City Council President Susan Dabaja, the bi-weekly COVID-19 forum discussed the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses. She was joined by City Councilman David Bazzy, Wayne County Economic Development Director Khalil Rahal and Dearborn Economic Development Director Jeff Watson. Watson said that the pandemic...Councilwoman Leslie Herrick withdraws resolution to name additional historic districts, form commission
January 16th, 20210 DEARBORN — A resolution put forward to amend an ordinance pertaining to the Historic Preservation Commission was withdrawn from Tuesday’s City Council meeting agenda. “There still remains many unanswered questions and unclear details about the proposed updates to the Historic Preservation Commission,” Councilwoman Leslie...Local school leaders address Whitmer’s encouragement to reopen schools
January 14th, 20210 DEARBORN/DEARBORN HEIGHTS — With Governor Whitmer recently encouraging schools to reopen by March 1, local school leaders are revamping their plans to present to school boards. Dearborn Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko said that he is hoping there will be a study session next week to revisit the original timeline from when the board......
Local year in review: Despite deaths and COVID, Arab Americans make advances in public life
January 14th, 20210 The following is a year in review for the top local news that we covered in 2020. Despite deaths and COVID, Arab Americans make advances in public life. History-making coach from Dearborn leads 49ers into Super Bowl LIV in Miami The NFL’s San Francisco 49ers were led by one of Dearborn’s own in their contest against superstar...National year in review: Trump impeachment, race relations, elections and pandemic deepen American divide
January 14th, 20210 The following is a year in review for the top national news that we covered in 2020. Trump impeachment, race relations, elections and pandemic deepen American divide. President Trump impeached in the House acquitted in the Senate Arguments in the impeachment trial of President Trump kicked off with Democrats trying to show the...City of Dearborn launches rent, utility grant program to protect from evictions
January 13th, 20210 DEARBORN — Families in Dearborn that are unable to pay their bills due to financial impacts of COVID-19 can apply to receive grants from the city. Low to moderate income residents can apply beginning Monday, Jan. 18 to receive up to $5,000 to cover up to six months’ worth of bills through a new grant program offered by the...Dearborn Heights City Council again fails to appoint seventh member and a mayor
January 13th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — With the recent passing of Mayor Daniel Paletko, the Dearborn Heights City Council was left with big shoes to fill, a task they have so far failed to accomplish. Originally, only the appointment of the seventh Council member had been on the agenda. For the third meeting in a row, the Council failed to fill the......
Whitmer announces possible reopening plan for restaurants by Feb. 1
January 13th, 20210 LANSING — During a COVID-19 press conference, Governor Whitmer confirmed the hopes to have indoor dining reopened by Feb. 1. “Michigan has been a national leader in fighting COVID-19,” she said. “We have developed a strategy to accelerate vaccinations in the state of Michigan.” Whitmer said that Michigan had to be a...Superintendent Glenn Maleyko recognizes school board for service to the community
January 12th, 20210 DEARBORN — With it being School Board Recognition Month, Dearborn Public Schools Superintendent Glenn Maleyko took time to thank the trustees. During the Jan. 11 school board meeting, Maleyko noted that this is the sixth time he has offered comments as superintendent during Board Appreciation Month. “As I reflect on the past......
Dearborn Heights Mayor Daniel Paletko dies of COVID, leaves behind legacy of public service
January 8th, 20210 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — With the loss of Mayor Daniel Paletko, the community is remembering their fondest moments of a man dedicated to public service. Paletko was born on Dec. 21, 1950 and passed away on Dec. 29 from complications from COVID-19. Paletko was elected to the City Council in 1972, where he served until 2002 before being...Attorney General Nessel warns seniors about stimulus payments
January 7th, 20210 LANSING — Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding residents and operators of care facilities that the stimulus checks belong to the person, not the organization. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that during the first round of stimulus checks, some nursing homes and assisted living communities were taking those payments......