On January 26, 2024, a group of students in Detroit's West Side found themselves in a perilous situation when their bus became trapped on a flooded road. Thanks to the heroic efforts of local firefighters, all of the students were successfully rescued from the bus.According to reports, heavy rainfall had caused severe flooding in the area, making it difficult for vehicles to navigate the streets. Unfortunately, the bus carrying the students was caught in the rising waters, leaving them stranded and in immediate danger.Firefighters from the Detroit Fire Department...
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,739 voters in Central NW City of Plymouth: Precinct Plymouth City 00003 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
Wayne State University's women's basketball team faced a tough challenge against Ferris State, resulting in an 80-46 loss on Thursday evening at the Wayne State Fieldhouse. The Warriors now hold an 11-6 overall record and are 4-4 in the GLIAC conference, while Ferris State improved to 13-2 overall and 7-1 in the GLIAC.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,267 voters in Central SW City of Plymouth: Precinct Plymouth City 00004 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 813 voters in Central NE City of Plymouth: Precinct Plymouth City 00002 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
The City of Detroit's General Services Department (GSD) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for debris hauling services within the city limits. The city is looking for a contractor to load and haul debris from various locations.According to the RFP, the chosen vendor(s) will be responsible for removing debris from assigned locations, with the city providing them with 24 hours' notice of the locations, approximate amounts of debris, and the expected timeframe for removal.The RFP specifies that pickups will not be scheduled on Sundays or holidays. Interested...
$1.24 million in cash grants were awarded to 23 new businesses during the Round 25 Awards ceremony of Motor City Match in Detroit. The grants, provided by Mayor Mike Duggan and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), will help these businesses open storefronts in various neighborhoods across the city.Among the new ventures are a childcare center, a multimedia production studio, a mini market selling household goods, and multiple cafes and restaurants specializing in different cuisines. The majority of the businesses awarded grants in Round 25 are minority-owned...
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,446 voters in Central SE City of Plymouth: Precinct Plymouth City 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
On January 24, 2024, the Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Special Land Use Hearings took place in Detroit. The hearings addressed several proposed land use cases, each with its own unique purpose and zoning district.The first case, SLU2023-00161, involved the re-establishment of a closed 1,430 square foot Motor Vehicle Filling Station building along with three pump islands. The proposed site for this project is located at 2200 Livernois Ave. in a B4 (General Business) Zoning District. The hearing provided an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss the...
Wayne State University's men's cross country team has strengthened its roster with the addition of two new athletes, Sean Pettis from Fremont, Michigan, and Andrew Yax from Clio, Michigan.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,736 voters in Eastern Township of Northville: Precinct Northville Township 00012 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,813 voters in Western Township of Northville: Precinct Northville Township 00011 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
The City of Detroit is inviting qualified respondents to submit proposals for the ACE Arts Alley Construction/Remediation Phase I project. The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) on behalf of the General Services Department is seeking technical or professional services to provide construction and remediation services for five residential and commercial alleys across Detroit as part of the Ace Arts Alley Project.Interested parties have until February 5, 2024, at 3:00 pm EST to submit their proposals. However, questions regarding the project were due on January 19,...
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 810 voters in Western Township of Northville: Precinct Northville Township 00010 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) has announced several service enhancements and increased frequency on several routes in the city. Starting from Monday, January 22, 2024, DDOT will be increasing the frequency of bus service on the 9-Jefferson route and adding additional runs to various other routes.According to DDOT, the increased number of new operators in recent months has made it possible to support the enhanced service frequency. In the past month, DDOT graduated 30 new Transit Equipment Operators and currently has 115 students in training. This influx...
Mayor Mike Duggan and Council Member Latisha Johnson joined community partners and residents at Chandler Park on Detroit's east side to mark the beginning of construction on the $14 million Chandler Park Fieldhouse. This state-of-the-art facility is being funded by President Biden's American Rescue Plan Act and will be the first sports dome in Detroit. The fieldhouse, expected to open in 2025, will provide year-round sports, fitness, and recreation options for Detroit residents.The Chandler Park Fieldhouse, spanning 130,000 square feet, will be located within Chandler...
Detroit homeowners experienced a significant increase in property values in 2023, resulting in a record $1.7 billion in wealth gains, according to Mayor Mike Duggan. Every residential neighborhood in Detroit saw an average increase of 23% compared to 2022. This rise in value will be reflected in the annual notice of proposed property assessment changes for 2024, which homeowners will start receiving this week.The Michigan Constitution protects homeowners by capping tax increases at 5%, unless the home was sold in the last year. Mayor Duggan expressed his satisfaction with...
The Wayne State University women's golf team has been ranked fourth in the NCAA's Midwest Region and 33rd nationally, according to Spikemark's rankings presented by Clippd. Maisarah Hezri from Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia, is the highest-ranked Warrior individually at No. 13. This ranking comes after her top-three finish through 12 rounds of play with an average of 18.51 points.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,249 voters in Central NE Township of Northville: Precinct Northville Township 00009 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.
With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Wayne News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,609 voters in Southeastern Township of Northville: Precinct Northville Township 00007 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.