One Detroit Credit Union Taps Stephanie Peoples as COO to Deepen Community Wealth and Advance Economic Justice
Detroit’s east side once ran on trust. Folks leaned on each other before any bank would give them a second look. That kind of community-first mindset is what built One Detroit Credit Union. Ninety years later, that foundation still matters. And now, with new leadership in place, the credit union is aligning its next chapter with the same principles that started it. Stephanie Peoples has been named Chief Operating Officer of One Detroit Credit Union. She brings more than 20 years of experience in financial services and a
Boys & Girls Club renames Highland Park location after ‘Michigan Chronicle’ Publisher Hiram E. Jackson
Photos by Monica Morgan As a teenager attending Detroit Country Day School, Hiram E. Jackson once got into a fight after another student disparagingly said to him: “You can take them out of Highland Park, but you can’t take the Highland Park out of them.” But on Monday, April 7, 2025 – standing in front of hundreds of friends, family members, mentors, colleagues, elected officials, and other dignitaries at the Boys & Girls Club of Highland Park– Jackson said that hearing that exact phrase today would be a compliment
John James Announces 2026 Run for Michigan Governor
Forty-three-year-old Representative John James has entered Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial race. His announcement arrived Monday morning by way of a social media post where he criticized Democratic leadership and aligned himself with former President Donald Trump. “It’s time to get Michigan’s government out of fantasyland and back to common sense,” he wrote. James currently represents Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. His district covers southern Macomb County and parts of Rochester Hills and Oakland County. He became the only Black member of Michigan’s congressional delegation when he won his seat in
Boys & Girls Club Renames Highland Park Location After ‘Michigan Chronicle’ Publisher Hiram E. Jackson
Photos by Monica Morgan As a teenager attending Detroit Country Day School, Hiram E. Jackson once got into a fight after another student disparagingly said to him: “You can take them out of Highland Park, but you can’t take the Highland Park out of them.” But on Monday, April 7, 2025 – standing in front of hundreds of friends, family members, mentors, colleagues, elected officials, and other dignitaries at the Boys & Girls Club of Highland Park– Jackson said that hearing that exact phrase today would be a compliment
Kelly Major Green Makes History as First Black Woman on Detroit Athletic Club Board, Encourages Legacy and Leadership at Every Level
The walls of the Detroit Athletic Club have stood tall for over a century. Inside them, generations of Detroit’s business elite, power brokers, and policy shapers have gathered, but for far too long, those halls echoed a silence that’s all too familiar—no Black woman had ever been elected to its board of directors. That changed when Kelly Major Green etched her name into Detroit history. This moment didn’t come with fanfare or confetti. It came with quiet power, community intention, and the lived experience of a woman
102 Years of Legacy of Resilience, Activism, and Community Impact
Catherine Davis, courtesy of AARP, Wish of a Lifetime Barbados celebrates its centenarians’ remarkable lives and contributions by issuing commemorative stamps, paying tribute to those who have reached the milestone of 100 years and beyond. At 102 years old, Catherine Davis celebrated by fulfilling a lifelong dream of visiting Washington, D.C., and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Davis is a living testament to the strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit of Black Americans who have shaped history through struggle and sacrifice. Born in 1922 to sharecroppers
Detroit Favorite Son, Big Sean To Be Honored with Little Caesar’s Arena Takeover
The Detroit Pistons are set to honor hometown hip-hop icon Big Sean with Big Sean Night as they face off against the San Antonio Spurs on March 25 at 7 p.m. at Little Caesars Arena. In celebration of his birthday and homegrown ties to the city, the game will feature a full Big Sean takeover, including exclusive pregame and in-game activations, Pistons-themed Big Sean elements, and a special halftime performance by Detroit rapper Nassan, handpicked by Big Sean himself. Since exploding onto the hip-hop scene with his debut
Michigan Black Business Alliance Co-Founder Departs to Launch Game-Changing Strategic Consulting Firm
Kai Bowman, a leading supporter of minority-owned businesses, is stepping up his game by starting Clutch Consulting. This new firm aims to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses while promoting economic opportunities for everyone. Bowman recently played a key role in helping secure $12 million in contracts for minority-owned businesses during the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, including his pop-up food hall concept with Recess, the only Black-owned business in the Draft footprint. In this new venture, he uses his experience to connect companies, government organizations, and diverse communities
A New Chapter for Oakland County’s Growth: Dom Holmes Takes Charge
Powerful transformations deserve leaders who understand the stakes. Oakland County now has that kind of leader at the helm of its Economic Development Department. County Executive Dave Coulter has appointed Dominique “Dom” L. Holmes as director, and this milestone signals a committed approach to inclusive growth. Holmes steps into this role with more than a decade of experience. That background includes pivotal accomplishments that highlight his capacity to champion community-focused progress. His story inspires residents, energizes partners, and affirms that Oakland County values leadership rooted in service. Holmes
Claressa Shields’ Historic Heavyweight Battle: Fighting for Legacy, Respect, and a Third Undisputed Crown
Claressa Shields is stepping into the ring again, but this time, history is on the line in a way that goes beyond just another title fight. The undefeated two-time Olympic gold medalist is about to do what no boxer—male or female—has ever done before: become an undisputed champion in three separate weight classes. Shields already cemented herself as the most dominant force in women’s boxing, but this weekend, she’s putting her legacy on the line in Flint, Michigan, her hometown, where her journey began. The stakes could not