Niraj Warikoo is a Staff Writer at the Detroit Free Press. He reports on critical social issues including religion, poverty, and immigration, with a focus on Michigan and Detroit. Niraj's work has been featured in notable publications such as USA TODAY, Yahoo News, and The Island Packet.
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Niraj Warikoo's coverage predominantly focuses on local news in Michigan, particularly in Detroit. His articles often revolve around evolving stories, government announcements, legal policy regulations, and breaking news related to topics such as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, LGBTQ+ rights, Arab Americans, and interfaith work.
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By: Niraj Warikoo
The former mayor of Dearborn fought back against those who disparaged the city's growing Muslim population. Detroit Free Press
Immigrants asking politicians in Michigan to speak up for them as some worry about being removed. Detroit Free Press
By: Niraj Warikoo
Immigrant advocates in Michigan are asking politicians to speak up for their rights
By: Niraj Warikoo
"We lived in a state of shock, horror, disgust" over the past 15 months, said a Palestinian activist in Michigan. Detroit Free Press
By: Niraj Warikoo
Imam Husham Al-Husainy has led the Karbalaa Islamic Educational Center in Dearborn for 30 years.
By: Niraj Warikoo
Across Michigan, there were several events celebrating MLK Day with an eye on Trump's plans as he becomes president
By: Niraj Warikoo
When the Rev. Lorenzo Sewell got a call last week from the campaign of Donald Trump asking whether he was interested in his Detroit church hosting an event Saturday with the former president, he couldn't believe it.
There's concern among some Michigan immigrants about President Trump's immigration plans.
By: Niraj Warikoo
There was a significant reduction in major crimes in Dearborn in 2024, officials said Wednesday.
By: Niraj Warikoo, Dana Afana
Detroit Free Press Show Caption As President Donald Trump toughens immigration enforcement, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said his city will continue to work with federal agencies as it did under previous presidents.
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