Marshella Chidester begs for forgiveness in Swan Boat Club crash

More than a year ago, Marshella Chidester crashed through the Swan Boat Club in Monroe County. She was convicted on murder charges for killing Alanah and Zayn Phillips, tow young children at a birthday party. She spoke during her sentencing, begging for forgiveness from the family.

The African American Film Festival coming to Detroit on May 24th.

Communities First, Inc. (CFI) in collaboration with the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, is thrilled to announce the Detroit debut of its celebrated African American Film Series. The inaugural event, which is part of CFI’s Culture Shock Program, will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Charles H. Wright Museum, 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit, MI 48201. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. for an afternoon of food, music, film, and community dialogue. Bre Teamer chats with Glenn Wilson, CEO and President of Communities First, Inc., about the big day.