Remembering the tragic warehouse fire that killed 3 Detroit firefighters
The March 12, 1987, warehouse fire was one of the most tragic blazes in the city’s history.
Today in history: White mobs attacked blacks during Detroit race riot of 1863
The riot led to the creation of the first full-time police force in Detroit and was considered at the time to be the bloodiest day in the city’s history.
Dec. 1, 1937: DPS’ first African-American general superindent is born
Arthur Jefferson was only 36 when he became general superintendent of Detroit Public Schools.
‘On This Day’: Daily feature on Detroit’s rich history
Beginning today, we’ll feature Detroit author Ken Coleman’s insightful, daily accounts of Detroit’s African American history.
Who is Malice Green? Too many people have forgotten in Detroit
The brutal beating of Malice Green drew national outrage in 1992.