Top Stories From Michigan Chronicle

Here are the top stories from the Michigan Chronicle impacting Detroit and nationally for Aug 10 - Aug 16. Kwame Kilpatrick, Ben Carson Slated to Speak at Oakland County Republican Party Dinner Kwame Kilpatrick and Dr. Ben Carson are set to speak at the Oakland County Republican Party’s Lincoln Day Dinner on Aug. 21! Kilpatrick, now a pastor and criminal justice reform advocate, will share his journey of repentance and redemption. Dr. Carson, Detroit-born and a former HUD Secretary, will also be present. Read more… New Detroit Health Hub Brings Essential Services to East Side Community The Detroit Health Department has just opened a new Satellite Hub at the Samaritan Center, 5555 Conner Street, bringing essential health services directly to our East Side community. Read more… Afro Nation Detroit 2024: Know Before You Go Walking into the Afro Nation festival last year felt like stepping into an extended family reunion. The energy was electric, and you could feel the collective pulse of the crowd as old friends reconnected and new friendships were formed. The music, the laughter, and the sheer joy in the air made it clear that this event was more than just a summer outing—it was a powerful celebration of our culture and community. Read more… Detroit’s Efforts to Bridge the Digital Divide: Free Public Wi-Fi Now Available in Five City Parks Free public Wi-Fi is now available in Bradby, Chandler, Clark, McDuffy, and Palmer Parks! This initiative, launched in June 2023, aims to bridge the digital divide and provide crucial connectivity to our communities. Read more… Wally Amos Dies at 88: The Sweet Legacy of a Black Entrepreneur Who Built an Empire with Love and Cookies Wally Amos, the founder of Famous Amos cookies, left this world on Wednesday August 14, after complications of dementia at 88-years-old, as confirmed in a heartfelt statement signed by his children: Sarah, Michael, Gregory, and Shawn Amos. He was surrounded by the legacy he built with nothing more than a family recipe, a relentless drive, and an infectious smile. Read more… Make sure to follow the Michigan Chronicle on social media where you can see all of our top stories and engage with us!