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ATriple NightStrike of Elegance and Excellence at the 10th Annual Michigan Chronicle 40 Under 40 DistrictDetroit Race is One Against ofAutomakers the Most Important By Ebony JJVotes Curry for LateBlack Thursday Detroiters night, Sept. SENIOR REPORTER
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union initiated a strike against As 2024 begins amid (GM), the coldand winds of winter, Ford, General Motors itStellantis. won’t be long For before the the firstpolitical time, winds of elections up and bright spotlights on nathe heat union tookshine simultaneous tional, andthree local major races and actionregional, against all De- the candidates running in pursuit of votes. portions of Detroit troit-based automakers. TheFor action and some ofapproximately its surrounding 13,000 suburbs, the spotlight involves will perhaps shine the brightest UAW members in assembly plants on Michigan’s 13th Congressional District in Mis2024, where fierce across Michigan, Ohio, and campaigns expected be mounted by candisouri, whoare walked off to their jobs troiters. The symbolism of Black beekeepers revitalizing niably commendable. By Ebony JJ Curry dates primarylabor and general elections afterinexisting contracts ex- to ultimatetheir city is a powerful testament to the resilience and Amidst the glitz and glamour, the event also showSENIOR REPORTER lypired decide who will at 11:59 p.m.stand and lead on Capitol Hill ingenuity of our community. cased the diversity of talent within our community. From in 2025. Democratic Thanedar Shortly before Congressman midnight on Shri As the night unfolded, we had the privilege of hon- Paris T. Prichard, a forensic scientist pushing the boundn a breathtaking celebration of talent, determinanow the 13th. Sept.represents 14, GM released a statement tion, and the unyielding spirit of Black excellence, oring other outstanding individuals, each carving their aries of her field, to math wizards like Donna Laster, who Thethe reconfigured 13th Congressional District expressing disappointment with Michigan Chronicle marked its 10th Annual own path to success. Clement “Fame” Brown, the cre–the often “The Mighty 13th – evening. consists of strike action, 40called Under 40despite event offering Thursday This year’s ative mind behind Three Thirteen Detroit’s Brand Name, See 40 UNDER 40 page A2 parts ofit drenched Detroit, along with Allen Park, Dearborn what termed an soirée, in“unprecedented the theme “All Black Everything with received the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Heights (portions), Ecorse, all the Grosse Pointes, economic package” that included Gold Accents,” transcended expectations and essential- Brown’s commitment to empowering the city through Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park, historic wage increases. Stellantis ly illuminated the golden gems within theLintrue essence fashion and entrepreneurship has left an indelible mark. coln Park, excellence. Melvindale,Hosted River by Rouge, Romulus, duo of of Black the charismatic “Entrepreneur of the year – that’s a big deal,” said Southgate, Taylor, Wayne,Mychael and Wyandotte. With a Chroni- Brown. “It’s always an honor to be honored and it’s Andre Ash and Lynzee from Michigan population hovering 757,463, Mighty cle’s Finally Friday,around the night was a The triumph for the city always a blessing to be in a room full of so many talent13th is comprised a Black populationofofyoung aboutBlack pro- ed, accomplished, and popular people that look like me. of Detroit and its of vibrant community 48.2 percent, making the heavily Democratic disfessionals. I’m geeked. I started making and selling clothes as a kid trict a “Majority-Minority.” The evening sparkled with a golden promise as we and I always knew that I would have a business, but I From the remarkable mid-1950s until 2019, thefrom 13thvarious Concelebrated individuals walks never knew it would be Detroit’s brand name business, DPD Chief James White Says Increased gressional seat onthe Capitol Hill has been of life. Among honorees were theoccupied brilliant and vi- so I take a lot of pride in the fact that our business repby Africanco-founders Americans. of Rashida Tlaib, an Nicole American Police Presence Culled Violence sionary Detroit Hives, Lindsey and resents our city’s pride.” Muslim with Palestinian heritage, broke the only pat- changed Timothy Paul Jackson. Their work has not Taking home the Corporate Excellence Award was tern, she was in 2018 andurban re-elected in in De- Dannis Mitchell, Director of Community Engagement at By Andre Ash the after landscape ofelected beekeeping and farming the 13th in 2020. Tlaib is now the congresswoman DIGITAL ness district that had been the lifeblood ofANCHOR towards mending the wounds inflicted on troit expressed but also disappointment exemplified thein transformative impact By Ebony JJ CurryBarton Malow. ofalso the 12th Congressional District after redistrictBlack Detroiters and restoring a sense of bethe community. Black professionals can have on their communities. “It is so important to recognize that there are young SENIOR a statement, company ing. Thanedar,saying who istheIndian-American, will beREPORTER A string of shootings inso all longing that wasand callously torn and away in vision is injusbetter for Michiganians Americans It’s a history marred by pain, By Donald James “Together we have created a social, environmental, leaders across the country, many that are born here in immediately contingenmaking a bid went for a into second term in the 13th this Greektown in mid-April left the past. at addressing key issues such as job creation, the econoFor manyLindDetroiters, Interstate 375, our or city tice, and economic devastation. More than and financial impact through bees,” said Jackson. Detroit. I represent nationally and I tell people, SENIOR WRITER cy mode to protect its operations. year. both visitors and residents of rights, my, civil and rights, abortion immigration I-375, has long been‘Yea just another stretch of from I-375 Boulevard Project is about more sey followed that sentiment with, “It is through our local 130,000 residents,ofprimarily Black, werehuman The I’m a D-girl I’m the west-side Detroit,’” The UAW has(D), branded the inthis bustling downtown desAdam Hollier an African American, is ofreform, strengthening America’s borders, and the wars it’s highway, artery connectthan just correcting historical injustices; partnerships and collaborative efforts urban that we exist ina concrete Mitchell expressed. “But more importantly, I’ve been able forcibly displaced. Families were uprooted, Ringing in the New Year means that over the ensuing dustrial asand thewants “Stand-Up tination in awe. One of these ficially in action the race to unseat between Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Hamas. The ing different parts12ofto the city. To some, it’s about redefining the future. It will connect over 28 plus locations managing the Thanedar health of 4.5 milhave experiences within an industry that not many of generational wealth was and a months, there will be thousands of news stories, de-obliterated, Strike,” focusing oninspecific plants 2022 primary. shootings tragically claimed after to him the August Israel and Hamas War has the potential to exponentially mere convenience; to others, it’sissues an unredowntown Detroit to surrounding neighborlion losing honeybees – humbly speaking oura movement hasvelopments, us, specifically women of color, have the opportunity to thriving community was torn asunder. The and to watch and follow. There will within each automaker. UAW the life of hoods, aother popular and the beOn the Republican side, Martell Bivings, also internationan part of their escalate draw adversary countries into upon markable daily–in commute. Howbridging gap that deeper was placed inspired others locally, nationally, and even engage andand I’vebad been thewounds youngest person in the room, inflicted by I-375 run deep,and tranbe stories good - about issues and developments President Shawn Fain stated, “This loved security guard followAfrican American, has officially entered the race the conflict. ever, there’s a deeper, far more troubling the city decades ago. ally to take on similar missions.” the only Black person in the room, and the only Sistah in scending the the physical barrier of a freeway in education, business/entrepreneurship, economy, strategy will keep companies ing races a to dispute with a patron. for the second time.the Thanedar soundly defeated story founded beneath the surface of this seemingly Several in Detroit suburbs willValley the room, and I really had to articulate thesoul importance penetrate the very of Black Detroiters. politics, government, science, sports and Today,and thesurrounding resurgence of Paradise Detroit Hives, a pioneering organization bycommunities, guessing. will give our nationThe male suspect allegedly him in the It November 2022 general election. And ordinary freeway—a story of pain, displacebe closely watched during the primary and general elecof showing up, giving chances when others won’t, and entertainment, social and human rights, faith-based, stands as a testament to the indomitable Lindsey and Jackson, harnesses the power of urban beeThis painful legacy can be traced back al negotiators maximum leverage shot the guard beforetofleeing there may be more candidates – possiblyment, many and theCity. lasting impact on Black Detroitions by African Americans see if the 13th being As a that trailblazing Black woman crime, andpersistent.” world conflicts broad sectorsthrivspirit ofhis Black Detroiters and Congresthe enduring keeping to revitalize the Motor to will the touch nation’s interstate highway program and flexibility inofbargaining. the scene, while female more - in pursuit theneighborhoods office. And The filingindeadline ters. sional District, with its heavy Black population (Majoriing in a predominantly male-dominated industry, her of African Americans living in Detroit, the region, state, legacy of Black excellence. This historic disTheir initiative not only addresses critical issues like of 1956—a program that aimed to companion connect if we need toisgoApril all out, is of confor candidates 23. we will. ty-Minority), votestrict, foraccused aonce Black representative toBlack represent commitment to country fortifying the connections The tale beginsand inunwavering what now Lafayette the acrossisthe nation. a vibrant hub for businessenvironmental conservation but also provides valuable DPD Chief James White but often did so at the expense Everything is on the table.” Union cealing the weapon in Thanedar,and born in Southernopportunities India, moved the 13th on Capitol Hill, orher willbra. re-electa Indian between businesses and developments, Detroit’s communities Park,toto once known Black Bottom—a es and culture, is voters experiencing renaissance education employment Black De- as The following are neighstories, and issuesistoundeof marginalized communities. In the case of leaders have also indicated that incidents during an days. unseasonably America in 1979 and became a citizen inborhood 1988. rooted in African-American culture American These Shri Thanedar forunfolded a second term. that harkens back to its glory The dewatch this year. additional could targetI-375, it meant carving a path through the warm spring, leading to increased pedestrian traffic and His website plants says he was be a successful researcher and history. Named after its dark, fertile Detroit City Council plans to finalize redrawn City torn struction of Black Bottom may have ed in future waves if negotiations heart of Black Detroit, reinforcing segregaA federal court ruled in late December 2023 that the heightened tensions in the densely populated downtown and entrepreneur before turning to public soil, service. Black Bottom flourished during the midCouncil districts inapart January. Withcommunity, the results ofbut thethe 2020 a thriving resolute remain stalled. and perpetuating inequality. Independent Citizenstion, Redistricting Commission area. showing Thanedar unsuccessfully ran for governor of Mich-nurturing Michigan 1900s, the dreams and13 aspirations U.S. Census large differences in population determination of a new generation of entremust redraw metro Detroit-area legislative district clarified the union’s stratFor one to aptly recognize thetheharm iganFain against Gretchen Whitmer in 2018 and finThe surge in crime and the visitorstotothat Deof prominent Detroiters like Coleman Young,ones are across seven council districts, theinflux city isofmoving preneurs and visionaries reclaiming maps because the current and dilute the egy: “I want a major shoutcausedillegal by such projects, it is vital to note that ished third in to thegive Democratic primary. Yet,Joe he beat troit’s downtown core garnered the attention of the DeLouis, and numerous other Detroit legredraw the districtlost map for a greater population balance. legacy. voices of Black voters, a violation of the out to the members the Federal plannersVoting and politicians behind Whitmer in thousands Detroit. Inof2020, he successfully troit Police Department (DPD), catching somewhat ends.ran But in the name ofAct urban renewal in some of Many city residents have voiced that them neighborIn the heartconcern of Paradise Valley, BlackRights and U.S. Constitution. With the upcoming who are on the picket lines right those projects built them directly through for a seat in the Michigan Legislature and ultimateoff guard. the 1950s, this vibrant neighborhood was hoods and communities would be altered to impact comowned businesses are not just flourishing Helpline in communiprimary and general electionsHousing in include fighting for all of us. race The in 2022. By Andre Ash lynow won the 13th Congressional theMichigan, heartResource ofwhich vibrant, populated systematically dismantled, erased fromelection, the response munity groups, associations, and other community-speJames White, Chief of Police for the Detroit Police Debut thriving, offering diverse services, prodthe 2024 Presidential time istoofthe the challenges essence to that Stand-Up Strike is a new approach ties—oftentimes to reinforce segregation andIt issaid: DIGITAL ANCHOR Hollier, a native Detroiter, is a formermap, Michiand replacedget bythe a lifeless stretch of ascific entities. believed that Detroiters will have the partment, “We were caught somewhat flat-footed face in navigating the to replace ucts, and experiences that pay homage to the new maps in place. residents In addition, Whitmer to striking. Insteadwhere of striking all sometimes asGov. part of a direct effort gan State Senator, he represented the 2nd phalt. opportunity public comments about thefor new maps right to outgive the gate. Bypaving designthe we way went into the spring past while a prosperous has called a special election to filleliminate two system vacant seats in the sercomplex of neighborhoods. housing plants at once, select locals will be or Black Homelessness continues to Senate District, serving Wayne County, including when the Council reconvenes on January 9. The Council deployment, which is less than the mid-summer deployWhile the residential areas bore the brunt future. From jazz clubs to soul food restauMichigan House of Representatives. The helpline special primary vices. The provides a called to Grosse stand upPointes, and walk out plagueonthe urban communities, with Detroit, Hamtramck, Harper But now, after decades of enduring the is expected to decide on the maps later in the month. ment, and saw we say an uptick in violence that first of this demolition, the heart of Black Bottom, rants, the Black Press, and art galleries to is on January 30, 2024, and the special general is on April single point of contact for people on strike. This is our generation’s families and individuals grappling Woods, and Highland Park from 2018 toits2022. scars of will I-375, there is a glimmer of hope warm weekend.” thriving business center, remained largely After multiple decades boutiques, of losing and called SOL fashion thisbeing revival is breathing 16, 2024. A hearing in early January be scheduled seeking housing assistance and answer to the movement that built with the challenges of his making Hollier’s website describes adult life as untouched. a broad on horizon.toPlans have been unveiled to White Restaurants, theaters, clubs,process and connects (Same OldChief Lions), the into Detroit have changed theonce nar-made attributes violence in Greektown to life theLions verythe essence of what to determine a viable andthe timetable them withcomplete the resources our sit-down strikes of Gov. Gretchendsunion meet inthe today’s economic clijourney in –public service. In 2023, transform this once-divisive freeway into a they bars—the very places that brought Detroit’s rative of how want to be identified. By clinching a combination of weather conditions and a surge in popthis neighborhood a vibrant cultural epicenthe redrawn maps that will be fair to African American 1937. We told the Bigstruggling 3 that Sept. they need. mate. Whether it’sHollier, to en Whitmer asked a veteran, to join vision thatcities. seeks to right the the wrongs of the Division Blackhercommunityvoters together—were concenNFC North forathe first timethat in 30extends years, the ulation. ter. It’s resurgence beyond in Detroit and surrounding metro 14 was the deadline andDirector we meant Support for the helpline comes meet monthly mortgage payments cabinet, appointing him of the Michigan past while heralding a new era of inclusivity trated around Hastings Street, the epicenter Lions are guaranteed to host at least one Playoff Game brick and mortar; it represents theat resurHe explained, “ We saw numbers downtown that we it. We gave the companies our ecoIn what looks to be a rematch between Republican from the Gilbert Family Foundaor copingAffairs with soaring costsresignedoftoAfrican-American Veterans Agency.rental He later run and community revitalization.Ford Field culture in the city. in January. Many faithful fans and NFL pungence of a spirit that refuses to be subdued. have not seen, ever. People are emerging from COVID nomic demands eight weeks ago and former President Donald and pledged incumbent tion,Trump which has $10 milin a for housing market marked by again the 13th Congressional seat. believe this football teamthat could make playoff Fueled by more than $100dits million Then, in a cruel twist of President fate, Hastings andfrom there’s a Detroit feeling we’re in aa deep post-COVID era… and it took more than a month to City Councilman Fred Durhal Democratic Joe Biden this year, Michigan over three years toagain fund the shockingly prices, a variety Bivings ishigh a native Detroiter who hasStreet, servedtoo, was obliterated a few years later, lion run. Could the run mean a trip to the Super Bowl for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and with the venues downtown and the reasons to come get to the table.” III, representing District 7, where Eastern will play a pivotal role in who gets elected. Much isCommuat program. Wayne Metro of factors contribute to the growas a policy analyst for the City of Detroit, advi- way for the construction of I-375. and other partners, this ambitious down project making withMarket all the activities that going resides, told theare Michigan Chronicle, stake to Schneider convince voters that either Biden’s or Trump’s See STORIES TO WATCH IN 2024 pageon, A2we saw union is pushing for a comJulie nity Action Agency manages the ingThe issue of people becoming un- Meagan Dunn to eco- of This marked the final blow, sealing the fate aims to create jobs, remove barriershundreds more people and, in particularly, young “It’s still very early in the process, MDOT is prehensive list of demands. This helpline, making it accessible to housed. See 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT of Black Bottom and signaling the beginning nomic growth, and reconnect the neighborfolks, teenagers that we hadn’t seen.” all Detroit residents. This initiative simplifies access to the See INVESTMENT Page A-2 Historically, shelters have a temporary respite of the end for Paradise Valley, the Black busi- hood with the rest of Detroit. It is a Responding step page A2provided See UAW STRIKE page A2 swiftly to the surge in violence, DPD for those in need, often serving as the first or second option City’s various housing services, ensuring that residents in adjusted its deployment plans. Rather than waiting for need can easily find assistance. after exhausting alternatives like staying with friends or mid-summer, they deployed officers in the spring itself family. Shelters offer a place to rest one’s head and a warm “The city and its partners offer a lot of great services to address the situation. meal, albeit sometimes for extended periods. For others, to help Detroiters with their housing needs, but they don’t The rise in visitors to the Greektown area is evident being unhoused means living in cars or makeshift outdoor mean much if people don’t know how to access them,” said Panela location Discussion on Enhancing in data from Placer.ai, analytics company By Ebony JJ Curry settings. Mayor Mike Duggan. “Thanks to the efforts of our partners PreK-12 Education Outcomes because of discrimination, but they specializing in visit trends and demographic insights By Lynzee Mychael SENIOR REPORTER and the generous support of the Gilbert Family Foundation, The causes of homelessness are as diverse and complex were alsomobile coming because Black through geolocation-enabled devices. From A highlight of the conference MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST as the individuals experiencing it. In response, the City of we now have a simple process to guide residents to the right people was doing some stuff. May 1-Aug. 27, 2022, there were 1.3 million visitsWhen and will be an in-depth panel discussion As January 11, 2024, approachCharting the Biden housing resource and a growing number of programs to Detroit has adopted a holistic approach to combat this issue. did Black people start doing things 655,000 visitors to Greektown, according to Placer.ai. featuring prominent figures in eduFrom the days of the Great Mies, the city of Detroit gears up help for Administration’s Impact “Providing services and high-quality housing to personsof Black them.” inyear, theand city? They started doing In the same period this these numbers increased to cation community leadership. gration thousands the highlywhen anticipated Detroit PolicyThe Gilbert Family Foundation’s broader commitment Black at on risk of orDetroiters who are experiencing homelessness is a key things in this area in the 1800’s. 1.4 million visits and 670,000 visitors. This panel includes Jeff Donofrio families flocked to Detroit in search Conference. The Detroit Regional pledging $500 million to support projects across priority of the City of Detroit, said Julieand Schneider, Director In the 1800’s the major thing that from Business Leaders for Michof jobs life, to theinvolves pivAs Detroit’s downtown area continues to attract both Chamber hasa better been organizing its Detroit over the next ten years, with housing initiatives of Detroit’s Housing and Revitalization Department. they were doing in Detroit is they igan, Chandra Madafferi the otal role they played the city’s residents and visitors, the police department has of impleannual Detroit Policy in Conference being a significant part of their contribution. were the leaders in fightthe against “This means focusing on building pipeline of year’s sup-heritage, Michigan Education Association, cultural and musical mented various enforcement measures to the manage infor over the a decade. This conslavery. metal The Underground Notably, Detroit has witnessed a consistent decrease in portive housing and coordinating with the Continuum ofleaderAngelique Power from have TheRailroad SkillBlack Detroiters have left an increased population. Notably, detectors been ference, under the seasoned is the rootGreektown in theand cityNikolai of deter Detroit recent Care What on the a delivery of criticalship resources suchon as the emergency man Foundation, Vitti, delible mark city. However, strategically placed throughout to theto Federal of Ambassador John Rakolta Jr. years, with the number of unhoused residents steadiall of this Black innovation that you ly declining. In 2019, approximately 7,847 people were unshelter, rapid rehousing, and diversion and prevention representing Detroit Public Schools in recent years, DetroitprohasBoard expeillegal carrying of firearms. and Wayne State University Government Shutdown see coming later.” housed and entered the City’s community response system. grams. It also means preserving and expanding affordable Community District. Collectively, significant gentrification, ofrienced Governors member Shirley Stan“We have strategically placed them at key points, “ In 2021, about 5,687 people experienced homelessness. housing options for Detroiterscato, of allpromises incomes and improving Could Mean they will delve into the recommenwhich has raised about Musical legends Aretha to be aconcerns pivotal event Chief White explains. It has been a deterrentlike for some, housing stability though comprehensive service of offerings dations set forth byGaye, thecarrying Growing the displacement long-standing Franklin, Marvin and the According to the City of Detroit, since the start of the in shaping Michigan’s demographic and some have tested it. If you are legally a for Detroiters? available through the Detroitand Housing Resource HelpLine Together Council’s Pre-K Black residents. Similar to a theme setting Motown sound emerged DeDennis Archer Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Michigan fiscal year 2019W. to 2021, Detroit saw a 28% decrease in the economic future as the weapon and carrying a CPL, have a great day. Iffrom you’re and Detroit Housing Services Division within HRD.” 12 education sun, precedence, there’s a rising spirit, and Black Sixteen42 Ventures, interviews Bedrock CEO Kofi Bonner at the 2023 totroit, providingworkgroups. a soundtrack for the takes ‘Growing our PopCOMBAT HOMELESSNESS page A2 See POLICEcivil PRESENCE Page A-2 Detroiters are reclaiming their placeSee movement and Detroit Policy Conference. Thisrights session promises to be ainspircruIn May 2023, the City of ulation.’ Detroit launched the Detroit inThe the conference, city, despite scheduled the challenges ing generations. Motown Records, cial conversation, focusing on stratto growth in population and business uates to Detroit but also to retain posed by gentrification. founded Berry Gordy Jr., was not egies and by initiatives aimed at imtake place at the MotorCity Casino attractiveness. in the Espy’s insights and west sides. Over time, these them long after ourarea. current phase of gen- proving just a record label but a symbol of educational outcomes for the a.m. Great HotelDuring from 8:30 to 5Migration, p.m., is expected to shed light on how At the forefront of the Detroitof are neighborhoods became centers trification. Black excellence and empowerment. PreK-12 students in Michigan. The thousands of Black families from set against the backdrop of the com- Policy Conference, Kimberly Espy higher education institutions like “Black people were coming to De- panelist’s diverse backgrounds the South Growing came to Detroit in Michsearch Black culture and entrepreneurship. Wayne However, as Detroit faced and ecoprehensive Together State can play a pivotal role fromAccording Wayne State University is set to Historian Jamon troit because Black churches were expertise will offer multifaceted of jobs in the booming automobile nomic decline and apopulation loss igan report. This report, a central to deliver a compelling keynote. Her in fostering a vibrant, sustainable Jordon Black resilience in the city here, black schools were here, and in the late 20th century, many industry. Despite facing discriminafocus of the conference, outlines address local workforce that contributes to willthat focus on the roots extend farinnovative before the Up its was BlackDigital businesses here,” said See POLICY CONFERENCE the QR Code to Sign for the Daily Newsletter tion andinitiatives segregation, theyatbuilt vi- hasScan strategic aimed boostthe city’s overall growth and develstrategies that the urban campus is $1.00 Great Migration and will persist Jordon. “They were coming of course brant communities on the city’s east See LEGACY page A2 $1.00 ing Michigan and Metro Detroit’s employing to not only attract grad- opment. page A2
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