Eid Al-Adha starts Wednesday. The three-day holiday commemorates the sacrifices of the Prophet Ibrahim and marks the end of the pilgrimage to Mecca.

After the attack on a San Diego mosque earlier this month, Eid celebrations are a focus of heightened security and interfaith solidarity.

The Michigan Multifaith Clergy Rapid Response Network is inviting Christian clergy from across the state to gather outside the Dearborn Civic Center from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday to stand in solidarity with members of the Islamic faith.

The Rev. Shannon Jammal-Hollermans, an organizer of the event and pastor of First Congregational Church of Christ in Lowell, says Christians are called to show public support for the Muslim community at a time when anti-Muslim sentiment is high and could increase during election season.

A coalition of Muslim congregations has granted permission for the gathering. Christian clergy planning to attend are asked to register. 

Additional headlines for May 26, 2026

Study finds most Michigan firefighters have average PFAS blood levels

A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services study finds that most firefighters in the state have average levels of PFAS concentration in their blood.

Firefighters have been thought to be at greater risk of PFAS-related health effects because the chemicals are found in firefighting foam. However, the study indicates most Michigan firefighters have similar PFAS blood levels as the general population.

The data does show airport firefighters have significantly elevated PFAS blood levels compared to those who work at residential departments. MDHHS researchers say more work is needed to determine exactly why that is.

More than 1,000 firefighters from departments across Michigan were tested to compile the data.

Two candidates disqualified from Michigan’s 13th Congressional District race

The Wayne County Clerk has disqualified two candidates in Michigan’s 13th Congressional District.

Wayne County Clerk Cathy Garrett says neither Democrat John Goci nor Republican Raphiel King gathered enough valid signatures to qualify for the August primary ballot.

That means incumbent Democrat Shri Thanedar’s only challenger will be state Rep. Donavan McKinney. The winner will face the only GOP contender, T.P. Nykoriak, in November.

Detroit’s Spirit Plaza reopens after renovations

After six months of construction, Detroit’s Spirit Plaza has officially reopened.

The downtown space underwent a $2.9 million renovation and celebrated its redesigned space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 23.

The plaza now includes a new playground, a covered stage, more green space and an improved seating area. An official grand opening will be held June 6.