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Tiny nonprofit takes on DTE, UAW names new VP to lead Ford Department, Mister Dips coming to Detroit, the fourth anniversary of the Women's March, Detroit Pistons reportedly not talking trade for Andre Drummond with Hawks.
Macomb County board discusses proposed resolution to be Second Amendment sanctuary county, how to file your taxes for free, Halal Metropolis Exhibition on diverse Muslims of Michigan to open in Dearborn, and could the Detroit Red Wings' next coach now be available?
Voter turnout could break records, Michigan State Police suspects fraud in Breathalyzer tests, task force presents ways for lawmakers to reform Michigan's jails, super-savers skittish about new retirement rules, and Michigan State basketball won't have Kyle Ahrens available for a while.
About half of Detroit water shutoffs are still off, Mystery surrounds $3.74M sale of 1968 Mustang Bullitt, the Pack indoor dog park to open in Comstock, Popeyes chicken sandwich delivered through DoorDash, and the Detroit Lions hire Cory Undlin as new defensive coordinator.
Accused Grindr cannibal Mark Latunski once was gainfully employed father, Michigan drivers won't earn savings until spring from car insurance, European wine tariffs, Dogs help victims and others in courts, and Michigan State and Michigan suffer road losses in Big Ten on Sunday.
It's going to be a big political year and Michigan's at the center of it, prisoner alleges teachers aiding cheating on GED exams, 'The Good Place' TV show, rain in Detroit, and debate rages on over what Detroit Lions should do with No. 3 pick.
hackers on the other side of the world can take control of your vehicle, impeached president needs a shorter leash, TripSavvy names Michigan top destination for outdoor enthusiasts, and former Michigan State football coach George Perles dies at 85.
Civil rights ballot proposal, new rules can help build retirement savings, hospitals place limitations on patient visitors during flu season, new vehicles, and Detroit Pistons star Blake Griffin has knee surgery, out indefinitely.
Iraqi Consulate in Detroit to open for condolences in death of Iranian General, Bistro 82, one of Royal Oak's best restaurants, is closing, Vinsetta Garage wins parking battle, Detroit Lions have a few options in draft, and Soaring Eagle’s liquidation sale.
Five tests Gov. Gretchen Whitmer faces in 2020, how a daughter's fight won full-honor burials for prisoners of war, reviving Hummer would be mistake for GM, and Cassius Winston leads Michigan State over Michigan, 87-69.
Man being charged for stabbing himself, stores stop selling tobacco under 21, cyberattack on Richmond schools extends holiday break, electric Jeeps to be on display at CES, and Michigan football, Detroit Lions lose assistant coaches.
Culture of silence reigns at all-boys Catholic schools, armed man surrenders after standoff at Hampton Inn, Ford employee finds second career making soap, the top-selling new and used vehicles near you, and the Wolverines lose to the Crimson Tide.
Former inmate sues over officials' refusal to reverse colostomy, Detroit band I Prevail's singer pays off dad's mortgage, Ford dealership gets orders for Mustang Mach-E, the top 10 cartoon cars of all time rated, and Michigan football looks for a 'program win'.
Michigan population increases for 8th straight year, typical Michigan roller coaster weather, youtuber Jeffree Star donates $20K for Michigan man's funeral, Remains of Michigan soldier identified, and the Detroit Lions cleaned out their lockers.
Value, performance and technology set the pace as a pair of familiar names and a newcomer raise the bar, CVS is still handing out crazy long receipts, German shepherd puppies dumped on I-275 ramp near Monroe, and the Detroit Lions' 2019 season comes to a merciful end.
Will the U.S. economy steer clear of a recession in 2020?, Michigan woman's Secret Santa turns out to be Bill Gates, if you're a dog, 2019 wasn't all bad news, and get set for Michigan State vs. Pittsburgh in Pinstripe Bowl.
Taking on a new loan is a financial burden for many customers who own the troubled Focus and Fiesta vehicles sold this decade, Justin Bieber announces Ford Field concert, and the top Michigan breweries to watch 2020.
Marshall home to Michigan's last Kmart, Metro Detroit could have warmest Christmas in 37 years, and Darren McCarty at grand opening of marijuana shop.
Toxic green liquid gushes on freeway, Darren McCarty at grand opening of marijuana shop, David Trott says Trump is unfit for office, Detroit Police Chief James Craig message to drivers doing donuts on I-94, and the biggest moment for the Detroit Lions in the last decade.
Man wrongfully convicted helps other exonerees, Christmas week brings no snow, a marijuana gift guide, Spirit Airlines redesigned interior, and
Iman Jasim dies at 58, Free Press columnist John Gallagher offers final thoughts, Detroit Zoo's proposed Great Lakes Nature Center getting bigger, former MSU law school professor returns as a board member, and Michigan State's Joshua Langford will miss all of this season after foot surgery.
Trump holds rally in Battle Creek, Demolition contractor tears down the wrong Detroit house again, 2020 Toyota Highlander SUV first drive, and this small Baltimore high school has become a football power that Michigan is banking on.
Ford says investments at Michigan plants will add 3,000 jobs, Michigan is the first in the nation to sue companies under a drug dealer liability act , new Wayne County jail and courthouse project making good progress, and the Detroit Lions announce that Matt Patricia, Bob Quinn will return.
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin's town hall meeting , De La Salle sued over hazing, auto show’s charity preview gets summery remake for bigger, Detroit names new economic development chief, and Detroit Red Wings now battling the flu as rough season continues.
Cadillac is going to be mostly if not all electric by 2030, one man's likes and dislikes for Detroit's design, kids are failing kindergarten in affluent Michigan school districts, essential Michigan movies, and the Detroit Lions lose again.
Wayne State University board loses one member gets a replacement, United Shore saw breakout year in 2019, how to protect your wallet from loopy shopping, Mitch Albom hosts annual radiothon to raise millions of dollars for charity, and Brian Dickerson's regretful articles of the year.
Bills to legalize sports betting and online gaming sent to governor, Fiat Chrysler workers approve new labor contract; Detroit Three bargaining ends, Cedar Point announces plans for 150th anniversary, Former GM lawyer questions motive of GM suing FCA, and the Detroit Red Wings have resurrected the Dead Wings Era.
Detroit Bulk Storage also involved in collapsed Detroit River dock in 2011, Quicken Loans expects record year, the 2021 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban debut with more room , why a hot deal on shoes might burn your wallet, and the Detroit Lions placed WR Marvin Jones on injured reserve.
ICE defends fake university in Michigan, Boston Consulting to relocate to Detroit's arena district, photographer sues Detroit Athletic Club over sexual harassment, banks make changes to stay relevant in metro Detroit, and Detroit Tigers will have new wrinkle to iconic home uniform.
Detroit reaches 5-year anniversary of exiting bankruptcy, Michigan bills would make expungement automatic for juvenile records, Americans get worked up over Peloton ads, Proposed Michigan law would regulate animal rescues, and why Michigan football's Citrus Bowl showdown vs. Alabama matters.
