Richard Bell, Kristi Plain, & Ber-Henda Williams Honored with Black Excellence Awards
Three Oakland County residents received the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Black Excellence Award at this morning’s full Board meeting.
Ferndale Teacher No Longer w/District after Defending Use of N-Word, Debating Oppression in Video
It devolved into LaLone questioning whether black students are oppressed and arguing that the Civil War ended oppression, as well as him saying he was allowed to say the n-word.
Ferndale Aims for Equity, Police Oversight w/Potential Revamp of Boards & Commissions
How can there me more citizen oversight in policing? That’s a question being fleshed out by city leaders in Ferndale as part of anti-racism efforts.
Exiled to Motown Exhibit Runs Through Oct. 3
As you walk through our self-guided exhibit of exclusive oral histories, paired with vibrant archival photos, documents, and other glimpses into the past, you’ll have a chance to see the vibrant and storied history of Detroit from a whole new angle.
Exiled to Motown Exhibit Shares Stories of Japanese Struggles in the US
The items reflect the journey of the community throughout Michigan,
Junteenth Event Shares History, Honors Diversity in Madison Heights
They also summed up the mood, which was a mix of somber remembrance for the past and optimism for the future as the community came together against racism.
Ferndale to Fly Pan African Flag for Month of February
“The Pan African/Afro -American flag symbolizes strength, determination and invaluable contributions made by black and brown people over the course of history
Ferndale Schools MLK Peace Walk Tradition Marches On
The families held signs and marched around the building and down the block to celebrate peaceful protest, solidarity, and racial justice.
Ferndale Group Selling Black Lives Matter Signs to Support Detroit Chapter
The signs cost $5 and can be delivered to Berkley, Detroit, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, and Royal Oak Township.
Hundreds March for Justice in Downtown Ferndale
The march went through Downtown Ferndale, and ended with a rally in Geary Park.
Royal Oakers Stand Up to Racism
Among the organizers of the peaceful protest was Keesha Honeybee, She not only dennounced the recent violence directed at black American men and women, but also questioned how individuals would proceed with changing the way people of color are treated.
HW Peace, Citizenship and Education Project Demonstrates Against Racism
The organization began almost twenty years ago in response to U. S. foreign policy in reaction to the 9/11 event.
Royal Oakers Gather at Courthouse to Oppose Racism
In the midst of the stories, examples and speeches was a painfully awkward silence of eight minutes and 46 seconds.
Racial Slurs Painted on Madison Heights Business, Community Plans Love Rally
The business was found to have spray paint on several areas… which included racial slurs and references to the “KKK.”
Racial Slurs Painted on Madison Heights Business, Community Plans Love Rally
The business was found to have spray paint on several areas… which included racial slurs and references to the “KKK.”
Ferndale Passes National Day of Racial Healing Proclamation
Ferndale Passes National Day of Racial Healing Proclamation (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 16, 2019) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale City Council voted Monday to pass a proclamation for National Day of Racial Healing. On Jan. 22 – the day after Martin Luther King Jr. Day – communities like Ferndale honor “our common humanity and taking collective…
Black and White Authors Hope Discussion Will Help End Racism
Black and White Authors Hope Discussion Will Help End Racism (Cheryl Weiss, Oct. 10, 2018) Oak Park, MI- Racism. The word alone can divide communities. How do we get rid of this division? According to Thomas Daniels and Thomas Marsh, authors of Black and White Like You and Me, we need to talk to…
Southfield and Ferndale Declare Monday “Indigenous Peoples Day”
Southfield and Ferndale Declare Monday “Indigenous Peoples Day” (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 6, 2018) Southfield, MI- While many governmental offices are closed on Monday in honor of Columbus Day, The Cities of Southfield and Ferndale have taken a different approach to the day. The announcement Southfield’s social media and website says “The City of Southfield…
Swastikas, Slur & Other Graffiti Sprayed on Cars, Utility Boxes in Independence Twp.
Swastikas, Slur & Other Graffiti Sprayed on Cars, Utility Boxes in Independence Twp. (Oakland County Sheriff, July 11, 2018) Independence Township, MI – Deputies responded to the 5500 block of Chestnut Hill Drive for a Malicious Destruction of Property report. Upon arrival, Deputies spoke with the complainant and were advised that several vehicles, street signs…
Jeffrey Zeigler Charged with Assault w/Intent to Murder After Shooting at Student
Jeffrey Zeigler Charged with Assault w/Intent to Murder After Shooting at Student (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, April 13, 2018) Rochester Hills, MI – On 4/13/2018 the case was presented to the Oakland County Prosecutors’ Office. The Prosecutor’s Office issued a two count warrant for Jeffery Craig Zeigler a 53 year old Rochester Hills resident. Count…