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When will concerts return in Detroit? As vaccine rolls out, venues are guarded but hopeful, Huntington, TCF to close 198 branches for planned merger, how to take advantage of break from student loan payment, and was Matthew Stafford selfish to ask for a trade? And what should the Detroit Lions do now?
Ford puts 4 properties on the selling block, 35 sites under review in Dearborn area, Periodical cicadas to re-emerge in Michigan for the first time in 17 years, Hamtramck's Polish Village debuts new paczki-pierogi fusion, Tax season 2021: How to get a bigger, quicker tax refund, University of Michigan student-athletes protest two-week pause due to COVID-19 variant.
Covid-19 variant shows up in Washtenaw and Wayne Counties.
Wixom man hit police with hockey stick during US Capitol breach, FBI says, Grand Traverse official flashes gun after resident mentions Proud Boys in online meeting, .Michigan legal online gambling and sports betting to start Friday, and new Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell had the most epic introductory news conference ever.
Joe Biden inaugurated as 46th president as Trump era comes to an end, President Donald Trump commutes Ex Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's 28-year prison sentence, President Joe Biden mentioned 'American Anthem' in inaugural address, In quiet, remote U.P., ham radio helps Michiganders connect, and Detroit Lions hire Dan Campbell as head coach.
Flint water case against Snyder 'fatally flawed,' should be dismissed, lawyer says, some unemployment claimants can certify for pandemic benefits this week, Stellantis CEO says merger of Fiat Chrysler, Peugeot prevents job cuts, caccine shortage forces Washtenaw County to postpone clinics, and
Report calls for new marijuana taxes to help promote minority ownership, We Lived It, and how Bobby Ryan is quickly proving his value to the Detroit Red Wings.
Lansing protest over the presidential election proves to be a dud, what free speech is, and isn't, protected under the First Amendment, Detroit Lions choose Brad Holmes as new GM.
Family reveals inside life of Adam Fox, alleged mastermind in Whitmer kidnapping plot, Rep. Meijer says vote to impeach Trump may have been 'political suicide', Michigan dog falls 100 feet down cliff near Muskegon River, rescued by DNR team, and Detroit Lions hire Brad Holmes as GM.
House impeaches Donald Trump a second time, Michigan indoor dining ban extended to Feb. 1, but indoor group exercise and some sports allowed, GM shows off flying car idea, the Cadillac Halo , New rule helps those who lost jobs in 2020 qualify for key tax credits, One pandemic rule Steve Yzerman, Dylan Larkin broke after Detroit Red Wings captaincy meeting
Rep. Matt Maddock, wife join a conservative Facebook group discussing the possibility of civil war, Michigan workers affected by COVID-19 can apply for money from the state, Detroit auto show boss explains move to Pontiac, considers future of the event, and Michigan basketball destroys Wisconsin, 77-54, to make clear statement on its potential.
Michigan Capitol Commission bans open carry of guns inside state Capitol, Seniors, teachers, cops get COVID-19 vaccine, Hot food trends for 2021: Chickpeas, meal kits, mushrooms and boozy kombucha, Hyundai, Ford F-150, Mustang Mach-E take North American Car, Truck, Utility of Year Awards, and why Detroit Red Wings risked losing Evgeny Svechnikov for nothing
Michigan News Update and Detroit Pistons doomed by cold start against Utah Jazz in 96-86 defeat.
More than 100 in Congress call for removing Trump under 25th Amendment and early look at what Detroit Lions might do with No. 7 pick in 2021 NFL draft.
Michigan lawmakers hunkered down as rioters breached US Capitol and building breach 'almost textbook' sedition, legal expert says.
Michigan ranks 7th worst in the nation in administering COVID-19 vaccines, Steel mill at Zug Island still operating with a fraction of the workforce it once had, Trump supporters in Michigan heading to nation's capital to protest on Wednesday, and
At least 3 Michigan Republicans appear ready to object to voting for Biden, Cadillac, Ford, Hyundai win Free Press vehicle of the year awards, Haven't received your second stimulus yet? IRS says don't call, and Detroit Lions' upcoming GM, head coach interview schedule revealed.
Michigan sucks at recycling. Blame plentiful and cheap landfills, Homebuilder, wife and son killed in plane crash near South Lyon, January 4th Coronavirus and Michigan news update, Detroit Lions' loss to end this strange, pathetic season actually feels like a win.
Festivals scramble as Michigan winters warm, Ilitch critics cautiously optimistic about rehab plans, cheap rents, Ford unveils new ad to keep up the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, Detroit's 1918 holiday season was fairly average. Ours won't be, and Detroit Lions' Darrell Bevell: 'Not a doubt in my mind' Matthew Stafford will play Sunday.
Whitmer vetoes 13 bills, says pandemic measure endangers 'lives of countless Michiganders', Dearborn Heights Mayor Dan Paletko dies of COVID-19 complications, the next U.S. stimulus could arrive soon, here's what to consider before you spend it, and things to keep in mind as Detroit Red Wings open 2020-21 training camp.
Republicans say Whitmer veto puts extension of jobless benefits at risk, new coronavirus strain from the UK appears in Canada, a few hours away from DetroitMetro Detroit businesses that have shut down due to the coronavirus, and Michigan football's Quinn Nordin declares for 2021 NFL draft.
Whitmer expected to sign $465 million COVID-19 relief bill 'in the very near future', Public to pay respects to Benny Napoleon, who served Detroit, Wayne County for decades, Coronavirus vaccine distribution begins in Michigan, starting with skilled nursing homes, and Detroit Lions move up to 7th in NFL draft order, could finish as high as No. 3.
Coronavirus case update, Bill Brown Ford trails behind Florida dealership for world title of 'No. 1 Ford dealer', and even in weird year, Detroit Lions stay true to form — an absolute mess.
No one knew secret behind Ford's Mustang Mach-E, Bronco Sport — until now, the Top 10 Michigan craft beers I tasted in 2020, what to do with your new smart speaker, and Pixar's new movie 'Soul' resonates with 2020 — and has ties to Michigan.
Ford employee gets asked for lottery numbers, Black and Mobile, delivery app for Black-owned restaurants ramps back up in Detroit, nearly 4000 eviction orders have been sent out in Michigan, and the Detroit Lions' Darrell Bevell, other coaches may not be available Saturday due to COVID-19 protocols.
Chevy Chase makes surprise return during SNL to spotlight electric Mustang, Michigan prison internal affairs chief alleges improper meddling by boss, Rouge River tributary turns slime green after city conducts sewage dye test, Star chef Max Hardy introduces Ohio-based pizza & wing franchise Jed's to Detroit, and Detroit Lions dealing with another COVID-19 outbreak, cancel Tuesday practice.
Judge vows to listen to Flint residents on proposed $600M-plus settlement, 'Under attack:' How criminals stole hundreds of millions in unemployment benefits, Christmas Star in sky tonight for first time in 800 years, Greenfield Village brings the story of historic Detroit markets to life, and Detroit Lions' decision to fire Brayden Coombs was about more than Sunday's rogue play call.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces an update on COVID-19 restrictions and the Detroit Lions lose to the Tennessee Titans.
5 accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Whitmer plead not guilty, Michigan's MEDC opens up a first come first serve small business grant, Michigan State football game vs. Maryland canceled again.
Biden taps climate czar, former EPA chief who came under fire over Flint water crisis, Police in 'ghosted out' Ford Explorers bust unsuspecting drunken drivers, Detroit Free Press' 'We Lived It' podcast and recapping the early signing period for College Football in Michigan.
