Absenteeism has nearly doubled since the pandemic. With state and federal governments largely abdicating any role in getting kids back into classrooms, some schools have turned to private companies for a reimagined version of the truant officer.
On Wednesday's News Hit: - Students at Ecorse High School are mourning after a classmate was murdered in Detroit. - Grosse Pointe Shores has banned pit bulls after a dog attack over the summer. - More employees could be added to the UAW strike this week.
Detroit police said the senior was at a stop light on West Outer Drive at Fort Street at about 11:30 p.m. when an unknown vehicle pulled up and started shooting.