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Biden in Michigan: U.S. is 'falling behind' without new infrastructure, human investments, House panel OKs bill to kill Michigan's online application for absentee ballots, West Point workshop brings science, leadership and ethics lessons to Detroit students, and Miller's Bar in Dearborn listed for sale as owners head into retirement.
ER doctor travels US in COVID-19 crisis says mask-wearing, getting vaccine is patriotic, Ambassador Bridge reopens after potential explosives discovered Monday morning , Canada seeks halt to Whitmer's Line 5 pipeline shutdown order, invoking treaty ,Restaurant survey shows costs aEr up and profits down
The world is going virtual but many in Detroit are still left behind, Michigan's unemployment rate changed little in August, dropping slightly to 4.7%, Rivertown market in Detroit opens its doors at 7 AM Wednesday and Detroit Lions drop to 0-4 after Justin Fields, Chicago Bears dominate them, 24-14.
Man who says he was wrongfully convicted of killing 5 kids freed from prison, A Detroiter's daily litter cleanup makes him a neighborhood fixture, Huron County man drowns with $45,000 winning lottery ticket in his pocket, and Detroit Red Wings' Jakub Vrana to have shoulder surgery, out at least 4 months.
Your auto dealership may not honor employee discounts anymore: Here's why, Trees across metro Detroit suddenly dropping tons of acorns: Here's why, Detroit Grand Prix returning to downtown streets? Official presents idea to City Council.
Detroit Councilman Andre Spivey admits he took bribes for help with towing, GM issues warning to salary workers who have not reported vaccination status, Eminem's Mom's Spaghetti restaurant to open permanent location in Detroit, Join the self-care revolution with these 6 metro Detroit experiences, and MSU hoops coach Tom Izzo addresses media ahead of first practice of the season.
Last Michigan Kmart closing, A bipartisan ballot drive is about to get under way, aimed at moving the U.S. to using the national popular vote to elect its presidents, and Alexandra Ford English tapped as global merchandising director at Ford, AJ Hinch explains Detroit Tigers, Chicago White Sox scrum in ninth inning.
Work crew finds historical Buffalo Bill poster under Manistee building's siding, Expect a higher price is at Apple Orchard and cider Mill’s this fall season, September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and Michigan football jumps to No. 14, Michigan State football up to No. 16 in coaches poll.
Videos of Michigan accounting professor as a talking potato head are going viral, Detroit Free Press newsletter, and Many families experience delays in receiving the child tax credit in September.
Michigan surpasses 1 million confirmed COVID-19 cases since start of pandemic, Michigan’s 2022 budget has been sent to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her signature, Gary Nitzkin’s law license is suspended for 90 days under orders of the Attorney Discipline Board, and Steve Yzerman: Red Wings can't force Tyler Bertuzzi to get COVID vaccine.
GM plant shutdowns force Michigan businesses to lay off workers, 5-day Freep Film Festival debuts Wednesday with a movie 'Detroiters are going to love', Alice Cooper lines up busy Detroit homecoming with street dedication, DTE show, more, Fast food giant McDonald’s is making a big change to happy meal toys, Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch talks key moments from 5-3 win over Chicago White Sox.
A Michigan lawmaker faced a terrible choice: Fight her cancer or have a baby, Eastpointe Middle School forced to go virtual after wave of staff resignations, and GoFundMe page for Mudgie’s Deli has surpassed its goal.
Union Assembly is the newest restaurant to open in downtown Detroit, Milan Dragway close to $3 million sale: Who wants to buy it, 2022 Toyota Tundra debuts with hybrid engine, 12,000-pound towing capacity, and Michigan State football joins Michigan Wolverines in Top 25 of USA TODAY Coaches Poll.
2 fraternities under review at Eastern Michigan in sex assault cases, Michigan lawmaker accuses GOP colleague of domestic abuse; state police investigating, The stink bugs are coming, Here's how to ward them off, and Free Press Sports with Carlos and Shawn.
Flat Rock fuel spill evacuees say they have many questions and too few answers, Macomb pizza mogul says divorce, pandemic made him steal $593K, judge didn't buy it, Sept. 15 marks the third monthly payout for the child tax credit. But scammers use the timing to trick some people, and Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch after sweeping Milwaukee Brewers: 'Every win matters'.
Protesters crowd podium as James Craig launches run for governor, Detroit's unemployment rate has held steady at 25% since last fall, U-M survey shows, and Kelly Stafford: Football hadn't been fun for Matthew in a very long time.
300 pounds of vegetables stolen from Clinton Twp. senior center community garden, Construction underway on new downtown Detroit high-rise, No shortage of frustration ahead predicted for holiday shoppers , Detroit Lions CB Jeff Okudah suffered torn Achilles tendon vs. San Francisco 49ers.
Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate could have a major impact on Michigan workplaces, This $2.3-million Michigan house for sale looks straight out of 'Game of Thrones', Meijer’s Rivertown Market is expected to open Oct. 6.
The playbook for redeveloping dead shopping malls in metro Detroit has underwent big change, On Sept. 11, a historic run for Dearborn mayor that impacted Arab Americans, A fee most car buyers don’t even know about is rising, and nobody will say why, and New-look Detroit Lions steamrolled, then rally late in entertaining 41-33 loss to 49ers.
How Ford will 'ease the pain' for Bronco customers facing long wait for vehicle, Flight 93 memorial group to honor Detroit firefighter who died saving children, More than 50 Henry Ford Health System enployees are suing in federal court, hoping to stop a COVID-19 vaccine mandate that takes effect Sept. 10.
The first several months of the COVID-19 pandemic battered college finances, especially revenue coming in, financial records show, Flat Rock Assembly stops Mustang production as Ford helps gas leak evacuees, ... , and How Michigan is slowly taking away power from local governments with 'political move'.
Michigan schools desperate for bus drivers: 'They don't care what we offer. They don't want the jobs, Viva La Vida Imports brings handmade items from Mexico to new store in Detroit, and extra efforts are being made to reach undocumented immigrants and low income Detroiters who do not know about the expanded child tax credit.
Michigan's tight labor market could change after Labor Day, Detroit's Riverside Marina has 100-person waitlist, There’s a new spot in town for Doner Kebab sandwiches, and
Michigan lawmakers consider bipartisan push to end 'tampon tax', The recall over fire risk leaves Chevy Bolt owners with these big questions, Southfield-made horror movie filmed in just 17 days feels a lot like COVID-19 quarantine, and Predicting Michigan football vs. Western Michigan, Michigan State vs. Northwestern.
Social Security is creating more buzz now that inflation is heating up. Will some rush to retire early at age 62?, Your guide to the ultimate family tree: How to trace your lineage back centuries, Dutch Girl Donuts temporarily closes, and New Michigan State AD Alan Haller: 'This is not a job. This is my responsibility'.
New report in controversial murder case could put Michigan prisoner closer to freedom, Downtown Ferndale taproom is serving up a boozy twist and soft serve custard, and Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts 'bone-chilling' winter. But hey, 20% of the time it's wrong.
Ford just stopped accepting online reservations for new Bronco: Here's why, The first day of middle school: Parents, students experience the milestone in Berkley, A new Detroit Lions tailgating option is coming to downtown Detroit, and Sources: Michigan State to promote Alan Haller to athletic director this week.
It’s last call for Eastland Center mall, Michigan on track for record camping year as remote workers fuel surge, Investments are paying off in Michigan neighborhoods. Here’s a look at your neighborhood and Michigan's Taylor North mows down Ohio, 5-2, to win Little League World Series title.
Corruption accusations in Detroit are hardly new. Here are other cases, Report: Erik Prince, Betsy DeVos' brother, offers $6,500-a-seat flights from Afghanistan, Internationally renowned designer brings public garden to Detroit, opens Saturday, and Here's who's fighting for the Detroit Lions' most open position: No. 5 wide receiver.
FBI raids homes of Detroit Councilmembers Janee Ayers, Scott Benson, Benson chief of staff, I'm immunocompromised and got a COVID-19 booster shot: How I felt afterward, 43,000 Michiganders without power with heat index expected to hit 100, and Michigan prep basketball phenom Emoni Bates to join Jalen Duren at Memphis basketball.
