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Author: John Wisely, Detroit Free Press

Nation

Patrick Lyoya video: Experts analyze key moments of fatal police shooting in Grand Rapids

April 19, 2022John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Patrick Lyoya video: Experts analyze key moments of fatal police shooting in Grand Rapids

Policing and civil rights experts disagree on whether the Grand Rapids police officer was right to pursue Patrick Lyoya.

Nation

A Michigan teacher wanted to use a BLM at School curriculum. She says the district said no, so she resigned.

February 27, 2021John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on A Michigan teacher wanted to use a BLM at School curriculum. She says the district said no, so she resigned.

Michigan’s Mason School District said teachers are encouraged to discuss diversity, inclusion with approved Black History resources.

Tech

You can skip classes (or meetings) with this TikTok fake sound, but some schools are facing real challenges

September 11, 2020September 11, 2020John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on You can skip classes (or meetings) with this TikTok fake sound, but some schools are facing real challenges

Online learning in schools has been marked by technical glitches and student pranks.

News

‘Not enough teachers to reopen’: School districts expect booming demand for substitutes

July 10, 2020John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on ‘Not enough teachers to reopen’: School districts expect booming demand for substitutes

Schools anticipate higher than normal teacher absences in the fall because of COVID-19.

Nation

How to improve your chances against an active shooter: What to know

August 8, 2019John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on How to improve your chances against an active shooter: What to know

Experts recommend people faced with an active shooter need to know their options and choose the best one for the situation.

News

Malik McDowell’s NFL dreams crashed on his ATV: ‘He’s not the same person’

July 28, 2019John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Malik McDowell’s NFL dreams crashed on his ATV: ‘He’s not the same person’

How ex-Michigan State standout Malik McDowell went from a 5-star recruit to seeing his NFL dream in jeopardy after an ATV crash and series of arrests.

News

Schools curb students’ appetites for Grubhub, Uber Eats deliveries during school day

April 25, 2019John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Schools curb students’ appetites for Grubhub, Uber Eats deliveries during school day

Kids like food delivered via apps such as DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats, but schools worry about safety concerns and class disruptions.

Sports

Legendary Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell’s estate drained by family infighting

March 8, 2019John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Legendary Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell’s estate drained by family infighting

Court files show the estate of legendary Detroit Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell and his wife, Lulu, has been sucked dry.

Life

Aretha Franklin’s ex-husband eyes her music royalties

January 11, 2019John Wisely, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Aretha Franklin’s ex-husband eyes her music royalties

A family feud appears to be brewing over the estate of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.

Headlines

‘Never seen anything like this’: Idalia deluge still wreaking havoc in Southeast. Live updates

August 31, 2023August 31, 2023John Bacon, Douglas Soule and Christopher Cann, USA TODAY

A State Department office is giving young people a voice. Abby Finkenauer is leading the effort

August 31, 2023Rachel Looker, USA TODAY

Far-right candidate seduces Argentine electorate

August 31, 2023AP

Hundreds join Nepal gay pride rally

August 31, 2023AP

Gadget guru or digitally distracted? Which of these 5 tech personalities are you?

August 31, 2023Jennifer Jolly

These kids are good: Young Reds in pursuit of a pennant stretch to remember

August 31, 2023Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY

Dog repeatedly escapes Michigan shelter, sneaks into nursing home, is adopted by residents

August 31, 2023John Carlisle, Detroit Free Press

U.S. Embassy urges Americans to leave Haiti ‘as soon as possible’

August 31, 2023Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY

Kia recalls nearly 320,000 cars because the trunk may not open from the inside

August 31, 2023Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY

PCE inflation report: Key measure ticks higher in July. What will the Fed do?

August 31, 2023August 31, 2023Paul Davidson, USA TODAY
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