civil rights

A new ruling from the Michigan Court of Appeals could cause several lawsuits against the state to be dismissed.

July 26 marks 35 years since the ADA was signed into law, ensuring civil rights protections for people with disabilities. Paws With a Cause leaders share how the law impacts the use of service dogs

Supporters say they view recent incidents of violence against Jewish people as evidence that antisemitism deserves to be specifically included in the civil rights law

The Grand Rapids congregation started in the home of private citizen Susan Walker in 1874 as Arnett Chapel

In a response to the Trump administration’s threat to withhold federal education funding from schools refusing to end Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, Muskegon Community College is pausing DEI programs

They are called Giants, the exceptional black leaders honored in Grand Rapids each year

Leaders of the Urban League of West Michigan announced Wednesday they'll open a new youth development center in Grand Rapids

Shelley Irwin previews next week’s West Michigan Student Showcase, BAMF and Corewell Health are working on a new radiation therapy, a push to bring broadband internet to more Ottawa County residents, and more.

Civil Rights team will facilitate local forums building coalitions and partnerships with communities together combating unlawful acts of hate.

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights unveiled its new PSA campaign against hate crimes and bias incidents Wednesday.