The Cass Tech Technicians will host Detroit Martin Luther King Crusaders on Friday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m.

This team overcame several obstacles to achieve something historic.

It’s been a long time coming for the Technicians, whose previous best finish in school history was a runner-up finish in 1974.

A false alarm at a high school football game that featured West Bloomfield and Cass Tech last Friday had everyone who attended in a frenzy.

On a beautiful summer day in Clark Park, the ice rink minus the ice was getting a lot of action. There are sticks involved, but this isn’t hockey.

Detroit’s Michael R. Jackson scored a leading 11 Tony Award nominations for his critically acclaimed show “A Strange Loop.”

Local student is among recipients of a scholarship program.

As the announcement blared over the school’s PA system, Zahria Liggans became curious.

DETROIT – A mega-designer brand is getting some much-needed schooling from Detroit high school students. After a slip-up caused a storm of bad publicity, Gucci partnered with Cass Technical High School for a long-lasting relationship that will change cultural perceptions. In the spring of 2019, the luxury brand Gucci released a sweater that received backlash over its use of blackface. During this time, Gucci looked at Cass Tech in Detroit. AdIt turned into an opportunity for both Gucci and Cass Tech as meetings with students and collaborations have continued through the pandemic.

DETROIT – It’s one of the most recognizable slogans in Metro Detroit: “Detroit vs. Everybody.”It was started by a Detroit graduate whose career took him across the country. He traveled across the country and realized he didn’t like the way Detroit was being represented. Back in 2012, Walker created a simple, unmistakable design -- Detroit vs. Everybody. This is crying out whenever somebody makes a goal or scores anything cross the line -- ‘Detroit vs. Everybody,’” Walker said. AdMore information can be found on Tommey Walker’s official website here or the official Versus Everybody website here.

DETROIT – Lisa Phillips is the principal of Cass Technical High School in Detroit. I’m just Lisa Phillips. READ: 8 powerful quotes for Black History MonthWhen Phillips was a little girl her mother moved them from Kentucky to Detroit to become a nurse. Whenever I do something for Black history, I bring in the pros,” Phillips said. AdREAD: More Black History Month coverageBelow is a video with Lisa Phillips celebrating Black History Month from 2019.

Today is the first day of Black History Month, a month dedicated to remembering the many black Americans who have helped shape the world we live in. In honor of that, we are kicking it off with a story about a local woman who is making her mark in history. Nayana Ferguson is the first black woman to co-own a tequila company, but it was not something she initially saw for herself. They both developed a love of tequila and decided to study it and learn all about it. He said he wanted to own a tequila company, but laughed it off as impossible.

BELLEVILLE, Mich. – High school football playoffs started back up again Saturday after players were sidelined for weeks because of coronavirus. High school football in January hasn’t happened in Michigan before, but the 2020-21 school year has been a unique year. Jan. 9, 2021: Michigan coronavirus cases up to 519,082; Death toll now at 13,354Belleville faced Detroit Cass Tech nearly two months after the game was supposed to originally happen. “Today’s a great day for football,” said Cass Tech head coach Thomas Wilcher. The hope is every coach, player, referee and school staff member gets through these playoffs safely and the MHSAA crowns a champion.

DETROIT – If you’ve lived in Detroit long enough, chances are you’ve met someone who goes to or graduated from Cass Tech High School. Tucked away on a triangle piece of land is one of the most well-known high schools in all of Detroit. Big names like Shaun Robinson, Loni Love and Big Sean are just a few of the stars who are proud Cass Tech Alumni. “By supporting and encouraging and doing all the things necessary for students to matriculate here at Cass Tech,” said Monique Bryant. Terri and Monique are Cass Tech alumni, class of 1986.

Woman’s love of bridal magazines turns into successful Southfield boutiquePublished: August 30, 2020, 11:35 pmNamed after her daughters, Ashley and Alexandria’s Bridal Boutique is tucked away on Franklin Road in Southfield. While it wasn’t her first career choice, bridal design was something she always knew she loved.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. Vinnie Wilson McClure opened up her dream bridal boutique back in 2006. Named after her daughters, Ashley and Alexandrias Bridal Boutique is tucked away on Franklin Road in Southfield. Since I was a teenager getting off Seven Mile bus from Cass Tech and stopping at the drugs store, Id stop there with all my money and Id by bridal magazines, McClure said. She started visiting bridal shows all over the world to gather and collect dresses from different designers. Maybe overseas.More information can be found on Ashley and Alexandrias Bridal Boutiques official website here.

The name Cass Tech is synonymous with greatness, but the man in which the school was named after is starting to see his fair share of controversy in 2020. RELATED: Michigan governor: Lansing’s Lewis Cass Building renamed to ‘Elliott-Larsen Building’“Three schools being destroyed by fire one just we wore out. Many aren’t too pleased with the fact that Lewis Cass at one point was a slave owner, like alum Kevin Tolbert. “I think anything other than the Cass Tech Name destroys the brand. Since that time the School Board created and passed a school name change policy and it has not been used by stakeholders to initiate a name change for Cass Tech High School.

Controversy surfaces surrounding Cass Tech namesakePublished: July 1, 2020, 5:45 pmThe name Cass Tech is synonymous with greatness, but the man in which the school was named after is starting to see his fair share of controversy in 2020.

DETROIT Detroit Teen and Cass Technical High School student Arika Harvey talks about battling the coronavirus. In addition to fighting the disease Harvey had family members who died from it. She is a part of SMASH Academy, one of the earliest STEM education programs created in the United States as a way to prepare students of color for STEM college studiesYou can watch this weeks segment in the video above. Read more: Tech Time: SMASH Academy expands services amid COVID-19

Jazmyn Wall is an incredibly talented musician and is also 4Frenzy’s winner for Band in the Performing Arts category! Jazmyn started playing her first instrument when she was in first grade, and now she plays seven different instruments including violin, piano, saxophone, mellophone, clarinet, bass, and guitar! An accomplished musician and studentWith all her band activities and extracurriculars, Jazmyn is a very busy student! Jazmyn Wall and Local 4's Evrod Cassimy (WDIV)All this isn’t surprising for a girl who says herself that she loves challenges, competition, and keeping busy. 4Frenzy - Jazmyn Wall and orchestra director Ms. Deanna Burrows (WDIV)All together, the orchestra is a mini family to Jazmyn.

It was so much fun all around and Im also so excited that my new album, Just Evrod, is finally here! A new week, and weve got some news in the weather department. ICYMITodays Trivia RetakeEvery weekday morning at 6 a.m., we ask you a trivia question on Local 4 for a chance to win a prize. Answer: Mortimer MouseBe sure to watch daily at 6 a.m. and click this link to enter for a chance to win. Submit a Sunshine Award here and we could say your name on Local 4 News Today during our 6 a.m. show.

Stevenson and Cass Tech face off at 7 p.m. to see who will move on to the high school football semi-finals, which will be held on November 22. The Stevenson Titans squeaked out a 38-35 last minute win against the Dakota Cougars last week. This led them to regionals against Cass Tech, who won their game 46-28 against Dearborn Fordson. Can Stevenson keep the high energy going after their win last week? Visit our 4Frenzy page on ClickOnDetroit and our 4Frenzy Facebook page for stories, pictures and videos of game highlights, fans, marching band, cheer squad and more!

This week, you have the opportunity to help the students of Cass Tech’s Fine Arts Department. They need things like audio equipment, a projector and other visual equipment, sheet music, band instruments, money for band trips and more. It’s called NEWZIC: A Cass Tech Fundraiser and is being held on Friday Nov. 15th at 6pm at Cass Tech. Everyone knows a Cass Technician and this is your opportunity to encourage these students in the area of fine arts. Answer: SidBe sure to watch daily at 6 a.m. and click this link to enter for a chance to win.

This week, you have the opportunity to help the students of Cass Tech’s Fine Arts Department. They need things like audio equipment, a projector and other visual equipment, sheet music, band instruments, money for band trips and more. It’s called NEWZIC: A Cass Tech Fundraiser and is being held on Friday Nov. 15th at 6pm at Cass Tech. Everyone knows a Cass Technician and this is your opportunity to encourage these students in the area of fine arts. Answer: SidBe sure to watch daily at 6 a.m. and click this link to enter for a chance to win.

DETROIT A long-term Cass Tech teacher is on administrative leave after allegedly making racist remarks at the Detroit high school. He (the teacher) said, Well Im a racist now, and I know Im insensitive to other races so maybe Ill show up with white cloak and burning cross,'" Hurt said. The teacher was placed on leave after Hurt reported the comments to the schools administration. My son said he said it with a smile on his face, and I said, It doesnt matter if he had a smile on his face. She said she doesnt believe the teacher should return to the school and if he does, her son will no longer attend Cass Tech.

U-M, Harbaugh at possible crossroadsFair or not, there were sky-high expectations of conference titles and competing for national championships among the Michigan fan base when Jim Harbaugh was hired in 2014 to lead his alma mater. The first four years produced lots of wins, but no titles and no appearances in the Big Ten championship game. No shame in celebrating this Lions winFor the second straight game, the Lions played an undermanned opponent beset by injuries. For the second straight game, the Lions took advantage by beating that opponent, which in itself is an achievement. Fewer yards, more points for Michigan StateIn a loss to Arizona State, Michigan State had 404 yards of total offense and seven points.

U-M, Harbaugh at possible crossroadsFair or not, there were sky-high expectations of conference titles and competing for national championships among the Michigan fan base when Jim Harbaugh was hired in 2014 to lead his alma mater. The first four years produced lots of wins, but no titles and no appearances in the Big Ten championship game. No shame in celebrating this Lions winFor the second straight game, the Lions played an undermanned opponent beset by injuries. For the second straight game, the Lions took advantage by beating that opponent, which in itself is an achievement. Fewer yards, more points for Michigan StateIn a loss to Arizona State, Michigan State had 404 yards of total offense and seven points.

Getty ImagesDetroit's Big Sean dropped his newest song on Wednesday afternoon. The new song, "Overtime," is a three-plus minute freestyle produced by another Detroit native, Key Wane. As usual, Sean talks a lot about his hometown, mentioning Cass Tech, Aaliyah and the Detroit Lions. Overtime out now streaming everywhere! https://t.co/5resNbLo8f pic.twitter.com/TPLEurOMOT Sean Don (@BigSean) July 24, 2019Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.