Wayne State Volleyball makes program history, punches NCAA tournament ticket
Read full article: Wayne State Volleyball makes program history, punches NCAA tournament ticketWayne State University's volleyball team made history by winning its first Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title, securing a spot in the NCAA Division II Tournament.
How a new pilot program is helping Macomb County reduce domestic violence
Read full article: How a new pilot program is helping Macomb County reduce domestic violenceOperation Cycle Break, now four months into its six-month run, is a collaboration between police, the courts, Wayne State University, and a local shelter.
Wayne State constitutional law professor talks First Amendment concerns of Jimmy Kimmel suspension
Read full article: Wayne State constitutional law professor talks First Amendment concerns of Jimmy Kimmel suspensionSteven Winter, a Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law at Wayne State University, watched Kimmel’s monologue and said he was alarmed by the implications of the suspension.
Michigan bills aim to remove SAT essay, score requirement from high school transcripts
Read full article: Michigan bills aim to remove SAT essay, score requirement from high school transcriptsCurrently, to apply to college in Michigan, students must include their SAT exam scores – along with the SAT essay – in their transcripts as part of the annual Michigan Merit Exam, which is administered to public high school juniors.
Wayne State University under fire over alleged euthanasia of research dogs without adoption option
Read full article: Wayne State University under fire over alleged euthanasia of research dogs without adoption optionA responsible medicine advocacy group is asking the state’s Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to investigate dogs that are being experimented on at Wayne State University.
Former Wayne State teammates deliver custom bats to Detroit Tigers, Blue Jays ahead of 3-game series
Read full article: Former Wayne State teammates deliver custom bats to Detroit Tigers, Blue Jays ahead of 3-game seriesAs the Detroit Tigers looked to get back on track tonight against the Toronto Blue Jays, a bat company based in Oakland County and Windsor, led by a pair of former Wayne State University baseball players, made a special presentation before the game.
‘I’m watching my back’: Wayne State University students react to campus assault, arrest of suspect
Read full article: ‘I’m watching my back’: Wayne State University students react to campus assault, arrest of suspectPolice have just arrested the man accused of attacking a Wayne State University student in her campus apartment.
Police arrest suspect accused of attacking Wayne State University student in her apartment
Read full article: Police arrest suspect accused of attacking Wayne State University student in her apartmentPolice have just arrested the man accused of attacking a Wayne State University student in her campus apartment.
Man asks to use Wayne State student’s bathroom, attacks her inside home, police say
Read full article: Man asks to use Wayne State student’s bathroom, attacks her inside home, police sayA Wayne State University student was physically assaulted on Saturday night by a man who asked to use her bathroom, police said.
New Warren program targets domestic violence with immediate counseling, victim advocacy
Read full article: New Warren program targets domestic violence with immediate counseling, victim advocacyThe Warren Police Department unveiled a new initiative called Operation Cycle Break, targeting domestic violence through a comprehensive approach that combines swift justice with victim support and offender rehabilitation.
Wayne State University pays tribute to Amp Fiddler with multimedia art exhibit
Read full article: Wayne State University pays tribute to Amp Fiddler with multimedia art exhibitAs Movement is set to begin, a new art exhibit at Wayne State University honors the life of Detroit music icon Amp Fiddler, whose influence spanned multiple generations and genres of music
Detroit Jazz Festival returns Labor Day weekend with star-studded 2025 lineup
Read full article: Detroit Jazz Festival returns Labor Day weekend with star-studded 2025 lineupThe Detroit Jazz Festival, the world’s largest free jazz festival, announced its star-studded 2025 lineup during a live-streamed preview event at the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center at Wayne State University.
Wayne State University faces accusations of civil rights violations
Read full article: Wayne State University faces accusations of civil rights violationsWayne State University is facing accusations of civil rights violations after the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Michigan) filed a complaint.
ACLU of Michigan sues Trump administration to reinstate student visas
Read full article: ACLU of Michigan sues Trump administration to reinstate student visasThe ACLU of Michigan filed a federal lawsuit, along with a request for an emergency injunction, on behalf of four international students attending Michigan universities whose F-1 student immigration status was unlawfully and abruptly terminated by the Trump administration without valid reason or notice.
Health officials sound alarm as nitrous oxide misuse quadruples in Michigan -- What to know
Read full article: Health officials sound alarm as nitrous oxide misuse quadruples in Michigan -- What to knowHealth officials are warning residents after a new study revealed a dramatic rise in nitrous oxide misuse, mainly in the metro areas of Michigan.
Immigration attorney talks impact of revoked visas on international students across Michigan colleges
Read full article: Immigration attorney talks impact of revoked visas on international students across Michigan collegesA Southfield-based immigration attorney is talking about what’s happening with international students having their visas revoked.
Wayne State offers free tuition to some Michigan students -- full list of eligibility requirements
Read full article: Wayne State offers free tuition to some Michigan students -- full list of eligibility requirementsMichigan students whose families earn $80,000 a year or less can now get free tuition at Wayne State University. Here's what to know about the eligibility requirements.
Wayne State offering free tuition to Michigan students whose families earn $80K a year or less
Read full article: Wayne State offering free tuition to Michigan students whose families earn $80K a year or lessMichigan students whose families earn $80,000 a year or less can now get free tuition at Wayne State University. Here's what to know about the eligibility requirements.
Surge in nitrous oxide abuse raises alarming health concerns in Michigan
Read full article: Surge in nitrous oxide abuse raises alarming health concerns in MichiganNitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is widely used in the medical and food industries, most notably in whipped cream dispensers.
‘I’m from Detroit’: Pistons launch capsule to honor Malcolm X’s legacy for his 100th birthday
Read full article: ‘I’m from Detroit’: Pistons launch capsule to honor Malcolm X’s legacy for his 100th birthdayThe Detroit Pistons announced a retail capsule celebrating Malcolm X’s life, legacy, and connection to Detroit.
Morning 4: 3 arrested in murder, robbery of man inside Pontiac marijuana business -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: 3 arrested in murder, robbery of man inside Pontiac marijuana business -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Man charged after speeding through red light, killing Wayne State University employee, officials say
Read full article: Man charged after speeding through red light, killing Wayne State University employee, officials sayA Highland Park man has been charged in connection to a crash that killed a Wayne State University employee last week, officials said.
A look at the terms — and tensions — in the Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire deal
Read full article: A look at the terms — and tensions — in the Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire dealIf the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal goes according to the current draft, then fighting will stop in Gaza for 42 days, and dozens of Israeli hostages and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be freed.
Honeyfuggle, Hurkle-durkle: Wayne State Word Warriors release 2025 top 10 underused words
Read full article: Honeyfuggle, Hurkle-durkle: Wayne State Word Warriors release 2025 top 10 underused wordsThose who had a New Year’s Resolution to expand their vocabulary are in luck, as the top 10 underused words for 2025 have been released.
Police seek help in hit-and-run of pedestrian dragged 20-30 feet near Wayne State University campus
Read full article: Police seek help in hit-and-run of pedestrian dragged 20-30 feet near Wayne State University campusThe Detroit Police Department is seeking help regarding a hit-and-run near the campus of Wayne State University.
Plan unveiled to transform stalled Wayne County jail into innovation district
Read full article: Plan unveiled to transform stalled Wayne County jail into innovation districtThe stalled Wayne County Criminal Justice Center complex on Gratiot Avenue may soon be transformed as a new plan was unveiled on Tuesday.
Corewell Health nurses push for Teamsters union amid overwork concerns in Michigan
Read full article: Corewell Health nurses push for Teamsters union amid overwork concerns in MichiganThousands of nurses in the Corewell Health system are voting whether to unionize and become part of the Teamsters Union.
DJ’s bring voters to polls with music, energy to ease election anxiety in Metro Detroit
Read full article: DJ’s bring voters to polls with music, energy to ease election anxiety in Metro DetroitThe candidates and issues are weighing heavily on voters' minds, which leads to election anxiety in Metro Detroit.
2 Metro Detroit universities introduce fencing to new players, audiences
Read full article: 2 Metro Detroit universities introduce fencing to new players, audiencesFencing is not a sport most people are familiar with outside of perhaps watching it on TV, but two area universities are looking to introduce the sport to new players and audiences.
No charges issued, tickets dismissed following arrests in Wayne State University May 2024 protests
Read full article: No charges issued, tickets dismissed following arrests in Wayne State University May 2024 protestsFive people were arrested on May 30, 2024, during a pro-Palestinian protest on Wayne State University’s (WSU) campus.
‘He crossed the line’: Wayne County judge sued for humiliating teen during courtroom visit
Read full article: ‘He crossed the line’: Wayne County judge sued for humiliating teen during courtroom visitThe family of a teen who was handcuffed and forced to put on a jail inmate uniform has filed a lawsuit against the judge who they said humiliated the child during a field trip to his courtroom.
Motor City Cruise announces Metro Detroit player tryouts ahead of training camp
Read full article: Motor City Cruise announces Metro Detroit player tryouts ahead of training campThe Motor City Cruise, a G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, will host a one-day, two-session open player tryout for Metro Detroit hoopers.
Wayne State University resumes in-person classes after protesters cleared from campus
Read full article: Wayne State University resumes in-person classes after protesters cleared from campusSpring semester classes were in person Friday at Wayne State University after the school switched to remote operations earlier in the week.
Police dismantle pro-Palestinian camp at Wayne State University in Detroit
Read full article: Police dismantle pro-Palestinian camp at Wayne State University in DetroitPolice have dismantled a pro-Palestinian encampment at Wayne State University in Detroit two days after the school suspended in-person classes and encouraged staff to work remotely.
‘Safety concerns’ prompt Wayne State University to continue remote learning for 3rd straight day
Read full article: ‘Safety concerns’ prompt Wayne State University to continue remote learning for 3rd straight dayClasses at Wayne State University will be remote for a third straight day while a pro-Palestine encampment continues on campus.
‘Safety issue’ has Wayne State University starting spring semester online
Read full article: ‘Safety issue’ has Wayne State University starting spring semester onlineWayne State University, located in Detroit, is beginning its spring 2024 semester virtually due to an “ongoing public safety issue,” officials said.
Wayne State hosts third ‘Big Time Boxing USA’ event with top contenders, prospects in Detroit
Read full article: Wayne State hosts third ‘Big Time Boxing USA’ event with top contenders, prospects in Detroit"Big Time Boxing USA" is back in Detroit for its third event on May 23 at Wayne State Fieldhouse.
Speeding driver kills pedestrian, injures another following sequence of crashes in Detroit
Read full article: Speeding driver kills pedestrian, injures another following sequence of crashes in DetroitOfficials say an erratic driver hit and killed a pedestrian while also injuring another driver in Detroit.
Wayne State University hosts thrilling evening in inaugural ‘Big Time Boxing USA’ series
Read full article: Wayne State University hosts thrilling evening in inaugural ‘Big Time Boxing USA’ seriesWayne State University hosted its first professional boxing venue Tuesday night for Salita Promotions' inaugural "Big Time Boxing USA" series, which featured high-action fights from start to finish.
Forgotten Harvest donating meals for tickets sold to Detroit boxing event
Read full article: Forgotten Harvest donating meals for tickets sold to Detroit boxing eventSalita Promotions is teaming up with the Detroit-based charity Forgotten Harvest to donate 10 meals to those in need for every ticket sold online to the “Big Time Boxing USA” event on Tuesday, February 20, from Wayne State Fieldhouse in Detroit and streaming live on DAZN.
New Second Avenue Bridge in Midtown celebrates connection to Wayne State University
Read full article: New Second Avenue Bridge in Midtown celebrates connection to Wayne State UniversityA new bridge that's officially open in Midtown Detroit is bringing some much-needed relief to neighbors and commuters.
Wayne State University experts provide context on war in Israel after weekend attack kills 900
Read full article: Wayne State University experts provide context on war in Israel after weekend attack kills 900Gaza is under siege after Israel unleashed airstrikes after a weekend attack by Hamas left 900 people dead, including 11 Americans.
2 Wayne State medical students change meaning of treating the ‘Whole’ patient one shoe at a time
Read full article: 2 Wayne State medical students change meaning of treating the ‘Whole’ patient one shoe at a timeTwo Wayne State University medical students are changing what it means to treat the whole patient, one pair of shoes at a time.
New video shows what occurred moments before Wayne State University officer shoots dog
Read full article: New video shows what occurred moments before Wayne State University officer shoots dogWayne State University police released the body cam footage from Saturday night when one of their officers shot a dog in the mouth.
Examining college security presence in Michigan after MSU campus shooting
Read full article: Examining college security presence in Michigan after MSU campus shootingFollowing the deadly shooting at Michigan State University, campus safety has become a deciding factor, along with academics and student life.
Jewish community in Metro Detroit speaks out on mass protests in Israel
Read full article: Jewish community in Metro Detroit speaks out on mass protests in IsraelMany members of metro Detroit’s Jewish community have been watching people in Israel take the streets to protest a planned overhaul of the country’s judicial system.
Wayne State University professor suspended over controversial social media post
Read full article: Wayne State University professor suspended over controversial social media postLocal 4 has seen demonstrations on college campuses nationwide over controversial guest speakers. Well, a professor at Wayne State is accused of suggesting that it is ok to silence those speakers with violence.
Wayne State to offer free tuition to Michigan students whose families make under $70K a year
Read full article: Wayne State to offer free tuition to Michigan students whose families make under $70K a yearWayne State University will offer free tuition to Michigan students whose families make $70,000 a year or less.
Carhartt heiress and prominent Detroit bussinesswoman, philanthropist Gretchen Valade dies
Read full article: Carhartt heiress and prominent Detroit bussinesswoman, philanthropist Gretchen Valade diesGretchen Valade, granddaughter of the founder of Carharrt Inc., has died at the age of 97, Wayne State University announced on Thursday.
Vintage bike stolen off Wayne State University’s campus leaves owner with no transportation
Read full article: Vintage bike stolen off Wayne State University’s campus leaves owner with no transportationA vintage bike was stolen near Wayne State University’s campus, and the owner is asking the thief to return it.
Woman struck in face after driver giving her ride threw her purse out window to 2 men in Detroit
Read full article: Woman struck in face after driver giving her ride threw her purse out window to 2 men in DetroitA woman was struck in the face after another woman she had requested a ride from took her to an unknown location in Detroit and tossed her purse out the window to two men, police said.
Here’s what Downtown Detroit looked like before the Renaissance Center was built
Read full article: Here’s what Downtown Detroit looked like before the Renaissance Center was builtAs the tallest building in Downtown Detroit, the Renaissance Center has dominated the city’s skyline for more than four decades ... but what did the city look like before the enormous building was erected?
58-year-old man charged with assaulting 5 teenage women at locations across Wayne State campus
Read full article: 58-year-old man charged with assaulting 5 teenage women at locations across Wayne State campusA 58-year-old man has been charged with assaulting and sexually assaulting five teenage women at locations across the Wayne State University campus in Detroit.
Man in custody following several fondling incidents at Wayne State University
Read full article: Man in custody following several fondling incidents at Wayne State UniversityWayne State University’s police department wrote to faculty and students on Monday to warn them of multiple fondling incidents that took place on campus on the same day.
Wayne State University warns students of multiple fondling incidents on campus
Read full article: Wayne State University warns students of multiple fondling incidents on campusWayne State University’s (WSU) police department wrote to faculty and students on Monday regarding a fondling incident that took place on campus.