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Detroit's public school district saw reading progress stop for students in kindergarten through second grade during 2025-26, an analysis showed. Superintendent Nikolai Vitti said students already close to grade level did not get needed support, and 27.3% of K-2 students were proficient. Families of young students can follow how district leaders respond to these findings.
BridgeDetroit · Sep 29, 2026A crash on the Lodge Freeway blocked two southbound lanes Tuesday morning, September 29. Emergency vehicles were tending to the crash scene on the freeway, and long backups stretched beyond Dexter, according to a Tuesday morning traffic report. Drivers heading through the area were advised to avoid it and expect delays while crews work.
FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) · Sep 29, 2026Only 2 publishable local items were found for this period. No unrelated stories were added.
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Detroit Lions players visited Savage Elementary in Belleville, Mich., for a surprise reading event aimed at boosting literacy. Cornerback Keith Abney II led the visit, which included reading the book Rock Paper Scissors to students. Teachers and students found the experience memorable and encouraging for reading skills.
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The Detroit School Board race is significant as five of seven seats are up for election this November, allowing voters to choose a new majority. The board controls district policy, the budget, and can hire or fire the superintendent. These decisions will shape the district's next four-year strategic plan for thousands of students and families.
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DPSCD Superintendent Nikolai Vitti stated that students near grade level reading support was lacking. The focus of resources reportedly remained on those significantly behind. Growth stalled for K-2 students during the 2025-26 school year.
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DPSCD Superintendent Nikolai Vitti stated that students who were further along in learning to read did not receive needed support. Growth stalled for kindergarten to second grade students last school year, according to the analysis presented at a board committee meeting. The results showed 27.3% of K-2 students were proficient last school year.
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A St. Clair Shores parent is concerned about a gym syllabus requiring parents to disclose their daughter's period length for missed swim time makeup. The parent argues this request is an invasion of privacy and potentially a Title IX issue. He is asking the school to remove the policy.
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Fitzgerald Schools in Warren closed all operations after receiving threatening emails. District officials said the closure was made out of caution while the situation was addressed.
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