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Mom holding baby struck, killed in Oakland County parking lot, police say Wife-beating former Wayne County CFO gets 6 months in jail. His victim gets justice. 5 pounds of cherries infested with fly maggots, pupae intercepted at Detroit Metro Airport...
Detroit mayoral candidate, who assaulted his wife in 1993, says he learned from mistake Eastern Market's beloved Rocky Peanut Co. is closing its doors Scammers play into confusion over tariffs, immigration, drug trafficking...
Lake Michigan is America's deadliest lake — yet lifeguards are nowhere to be found Cursive comeback? Bill would return cursive instruction to Michigan public schools Sporty 2026 Subaru Uncharted EV promises up to 300 miles range, 0-60 mph under 5 seconds...
Former Ford dealer, 102, tours automaker's rare collection in Dearborn 13 Metro Detroit taquerias to take center stage at annual Taco Showdown The Pistons Pulse: Lessons and impressions from Detroit Pistons 2025 NBA Summer League performance Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube Watch the podcast recorded live here...
Detroit Bishop Charles Ellis III admits 'inappropriate relationship,' denies new claims A Michelin-starred restaurateur and a taco aficionado walk into an old Grosse Pointe Boston Market Severe summer heat can kill. Follow these tips to protect your kids, pets from hot cars...
Want to buy an electric car or truck? What to know before tax credits expire Sept. 30 Detroit EMTs reunite with twin girls delivered during emergency home birth Newport man's catch of 64-lb. flathead catfish sets Michigan record...
Defense Department acknowledges mistake in identification of World War II soldier Swimmers memorialize the Edmund Fitzgerald by swimming 411 miles Apple Store to close at The Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township...
There’s a secret garden on roof of Detroit City Hall — and it’s off-limits to most EGLE: Oakland County violating environmental laws with sewage overflows Massive financial losses force season opener cancellation at Detroit Opera...
Michigan dispute with Trump administration over funding hits sheriff's marine patrols Blues legend Buddy Guy, fresh off his 'Sinners' cameo, to play Meadow Brook Amphitheatre Baby chimpanzee born at Detroit Zoo...
Decades of Michigan lake data, hidden in filing cabinets, digitized with volunteer help Marijuana photos pop up in Taylor Police Department's Google listing in prank
Feds deporting woman who told a Michigan police department she was the victim of assault Ford's latest sale may be just the start in a summer of car-buying deals, experts say\ Beloved Velvet Peanut Butter to move production to Detroit with plans to sell nationwide...
Ford CEO Jim Farley doubles down on dealerships: 'That's the secret sauce' Why pesticides won't protect Michigan cherries from invasive fly Detroit distillery expands — thanks to paczki, high school pals and a bachelor party...
Feds: Ugly Christmas Sweater owner paid $1 million to settle COVID-19 fraud case Owner of extravagant Detroit home that went viral accused of setting it on fire Visiting Pictured Rocks? You'll need a pass. Here's how to get one...
GM repurposes robotaxi fleet to test tech it plans for your car 9 Michigan drive-ins are keeping a nostalgic tradition alive: See the locations Days of Roar: Talking Detroit Tigers with Bobby Scales and Scott Bentley, including All-Stars, AL Central, trade targets Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube...
EGLE finds significant deficiencies, 'immediate health risk' in Wyandotte water system Apparel brand Eastside Golf to open its first U.S. store at Detroit Metro Airport Bar Louie at Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township closes: What we know...
Detroit sues blockchain real estate firm that owns rentals with hundreds of violations These meteor showers, full moon will light up Michigan skies in July. When to look up The Pistons Pulse: What to know about Detroit Pistons recent player acquisitions and cap update with Keith Smith Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube Watch the podcast recorded live here...
Car buyers set a record with more than $1,000-a-month car payments in Q2 This Port Huron border crossing ties Michigan to Canada. What to know How a rare copy of America's birth certificate ended up in a Michigan museum...
Kent County child with measles traveled internationally, exposed others at hospital MEDC, AG fight over documents obtained in search warrant Bezos-backed Slate EV pickup makes stop in Ferndale...
New ballot committee aims to get more corporate, utility money out of Michigan politics Port Huron burger joint located inside store/gas station takes home Burger Battle trophy
How a scrappy Google map tries to fill the gaps in Detroit homeless services Dearborn Heights man wins $417,650 on MrBeast weight-loss challenge 2026 Honda CR-V TrailSport hybrid: Mostly show, just enough go...
Woman kept 53 cats in Oakland County motel room, animal control says In 1816, Michigan didn't have a 'summer.' Here's how that happened. A bigger tax break could be ahead for many people 65 and older: How it could work...
Bump stocks, ghost guns targeted in bills passed by Michigan Senate Superhero training school in Pontiac helps kids discover their real superpowers Pinky's Rooftop in Royal Oak to close June 28 after 6 years in business...
3 long-empty apartment buildings reopen in Detroit neighborhood Social media influencers try to get us to buy more: Here's how to beat them at their game WDIV-TV teaming with Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company on coffee shop in Detroit suburb...
Tlaib, Thanedar call on Trump to close Guantánamo Bay When will it cool off in Michigan? Relief from extreme heat could come soon The Pistons Pulse: Pistons Pulse mock draft with No Ceilings NBA: Picks 26 - 40 Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube Watch the podcast recorded live here...
Empty Detroit hospital building heading to auction Northern Michigan features international border crossing. What to know
Inkster's Funkateer Dancers get golden buzzer from Terry Crews on 'America’s Got Talent' 2025 Ford F-150 Lobo gets racy ‘street truck’ makeover...
Michigan AG raids state agency, Farmington Hills residence Detroit police: 'At least 1' riverfront park to open for 2026 fireworks | Opinion The Pistons Pulse: Sam Vecenie joins to break down Detroit Pistons' biggest offseason questions Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube Watch the podcast recorded live here...
Ramp metering, a new way to get on I-96, ready to launch in Oakland County: What to know Attorneys and lumber barons: Which career paths have led to the Michigan governor's office Days of Roar: Is Tarik Skubal worth $425 million? Early trade deadline needs for Detroit Tigers to win it all Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube...
Citing tariffs, Marelli files for bankruptcy and owes millions to Stellantis, Nissan Gordie Howe Bridge lights will be turned on for testing Strawberry U-pick season underway in southeast Michigan, with hit and miss yields...
What to do if you've been scammed by one of those fake toll road or DMV texts Suspected gunman's notes named members of Michigan's congressional delegation Detroit Free Press, Detroit News to end joint operating agreement at end of 2025...
