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Fungal infection outbreak affects 90+ workers at Escanaba paper mill Nearly 4 in 10 Michigan nurses say they plan to quit, new survey shows Bill Ford describes his workers' heroic acts in Turkey, and what's next Detroit Pistons head coach candidates: Ime Udoka a wild card among 7 names to watch...
Detroit Tigers Opening Day: Where to find food, drink deals downtown Michigan woman's body identified 43 years after being found on Lake Erie beach Michigan Supreme Court case could affect custody rights for separated LGBTQ couples Detroit Tigers miss out on sweep of Houston Astros in 8-2 rout...
Dearborn Schools accused of bias against Yemeni and Iraqi students Ford to shift hundreds of workers to F-150 Lightning plant, hire 300 new employees Will Anderson, top defensive player in NFL draft, makes top-30 visit to Detroit Lions...
Hot, stormy conditions to hit metro Detroit Wednesday Popular Detroit restaurants to serve at Comerica Park: See the list Detroit's Jason McCrimmon is a finalist for the NHL's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award...
Ford to drop AM radio in new models, except commercial vehicles Former Detroit News journalist’s novel takes readers into Afrofuturistic world Skies clear across metro Detroit Sunday, rain to return Monday Riley Greene breaks up no-hitter in 7th in Detroit Tigers' 5-1 loss to Tampa Bay Rays...
Detroit Board of Police Commissioners says it’s under investigation Detroit Tigers suffer first Opening Day shutout since 1989 in 4-0 loss to Tampa Bay Rays
Narcan approved for over-the-counter sales: What it means for Michigan Detroit Lions bringing back Marvin Jones to fill void in wide receiver corps
2023 tax season shows some hope as IRS answers calls, refunds roll out on time Michigan state park campground reservations have become very competitive Detroit Lions eyeing Calais Campbell in free agency: 'We're not the only one who's on him'...
Blighted La Choy factory in Detroit, which changed how Americans ate, is coming down For Geoffrey Fieger, stroke brings uncertain future to long and storied legal career Bill would encourage Michigan schools to teach cursive handwriting again Detroit Tigers acquire former Central Michigan infielder Zach McKinstry in trade with Cubs...
Michigan bakery cited as one of the Midwest's best pastry shops Whitmer repeals right-to-work, reinstates prevailing wage in Michigan Michigan 3rd grade reading law no longer requires students to be held back 7 Detroit developments showing significant progress — or nearing completion Miguel Cabrera plays final spring training game in Detroit Tigers' 11-10 win over Rays...
Proposed ordinance to ban pet shop cat, dog sales could impact Berkley's Puppygram Residents of 177-unit Oakland Co. building told to move out for renovations Toy show, Nain Rouge, Suhoor Fest: 5 things to do this weekend in metro Detroit Michigan State basketball falls in Sweet 16 to Kansas State, 98-93, in overtime...
Out-of-state college relies on Michigan student enrollment to meet goals Out-of-state college relies on Michigan student enrollment to meet goals Education Fed decides to raise rates again as inflation continues. Now what? Michigan State basketball's Tyson Walker has come a long way since first NY homecoming...
City Council delays vote on $1.5B District Detroit project A major Michigan pot company is in receivership. It isn't the only one that's struggling Red Hook coffee shop now open in Midtown Michigan State basketball's next challenge: Fix shooting vs. good defense in tough place to play...
3.17 million Michiganders must reapply for Medicaid. Why it matters now. 'Shake up' UAW, purge staff, prepare to strike: Document reveals Shawn Fain's draft plans C.J. Gardner-Johnson: Detroit Lions roster 'a little bit better' than Eagles' Super Bowl team...
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized six giant African snails at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) from a citizen of Ghana on March 9. A woman fled to her native Thailand on Jan. 3 — two days after police said she killed a Michigan State University student as he walked on a road in Rochester Hills in the pre-dawn hours of Jan. 1. An update from sports.
Behind bars for a book? Lapeer prosecutor might charge a librarian. Detroit's gospel music scene takes center stage in new reality TV series 'Grown & Gospel' Amazon begins process to hire 1,200 workers at Detroit fulfillment center: What to know Will Michigan State basketball's roller coaster ride of a season go up or down vs. USC?...
At least 60% of maternal deaths in Michigan are preventable Michigan food pantries brace for influx of families: 'March is going to be a tough month' How to access free tuition at Michigan colleges Detroit Lions' Alex Anzalone: Aaron Rodgers leaving, but 'it's nothing you can’t get used to'...
In heated letters to Whitmer, Wayne County blames state 'failure' for juvenile jail crisis Beavers reclaim land in southeast Michigan Karriem Riggins named 2023 Detroit Jazz Festival artist-in-residence Lions DL John Cominsky on new two-year contract: 'I'm pumped to say the least'...
Comerica, other bank stocks take hit in wake of Silicon Valley Bank failure Wayne State to offer free tuition to students whose families make under $70,000 annually As states eye anti-LGBTQ policies, Michigan set to bolster civil rights protections Detroit Lions sign CB Cam Sutton in NFL free agency: 'The smartest player I ever coached'...
$50M renovation at Saint John's Resort, golf course in Plymouth Township. Is it OK for Catholics to eat meat on Friday's St. Patrick's Day? Shawntay Dalon says Comedy Central's "Detroiters" is gaining new fans on streaming as her career moves forward with a role in a horror indie. An update from sports.
GM to make more job cuts, trim costs with voluntary separation offers Detroit Wing Company's chicken sandwich debuts: How it tastes The Cure to play first Michigan concert in 2 decades with Pine Knob show in June Michigan basketball falls to Rutgers in Big Ten tournament, ending NCAA tournament hopes...
Michigan property tax bills to increase in 2023, thanks to inflation Deaf Michigan man: I suffered permanent harm after years of inadequate education Michigan basketball hasn't 'even thought about the NCAA tournament,' focused on Rutgers...
Whitmer signs bill to provide tax relief for retirees, low-income earners in Michigan UAW statement on $2B VW plant highlights right of workers to organize 2023 Free Press Chicken Wing Challenge first round: Vote for metro Detroit's best Michigan basketball's Hunter Dickinson named All-Big Ten first team; Spartans, Wolverines honored...
Suspect in custody after shooting near Roseville schools Former WDIV anchor Sandra Ali debuts on CBS News Detroit morning show Kid Rock to play Little Caesars Arena in July, his first show at the arena in 6 years 2023 Big Ten basketball tournament schedule: Here's who Michigan, MSU face in Chicago...
This year saw an almost 20% increase in the number of claims filed to have Detroit property tax assessments reconsidered over the last year. A new tax filing season scam encourages people to file fake returns using a fictitious number for taxes already withheld from jobs they don't hold. Ford has patent pending that allows cars to repossess themselves when delinquent owners ignore car payment warnings. An updated from sports
UAW, Stellantis execs play blame game as automaker cuts jobs to make up for EV costs. Bell's Brewery has big plans for 2023: 5 top takeaways. New Mercedes E-class sedan will have artificial intelligence, Zoom calls, disco lights. Detroit Red Wings' Dylan Larkin happy for contract, but 'upset' over Tyler Bertuzzi trade.
Senate kills $180 checks for Michigan tax filers, keeps income tax rate rollback alive. Michigan Blue Cross CEO Daniel Loepp earned $17M in cash in 2022. Ford applies for patent that allows automaker to repossess cars remotely. Detroit Red Wings sign captain Dylan Larkin to eight-year, $69.6 million contract. Shop Detroit Free Press Merch here.
Big snowstorm could be headed to Michigan: What to know. Michigan communities will share $60 million of recreational marijuana tax revenue. Otus Supply in Ferndale suddenly closes. Detroit Lions planning alternate helmet in 2023, 'interesting overhaul' for uniforms in 2024.
More pets, fewer vets bring strain on veterinary profession. What to know about the 2023 tax credit for clean vehicles if you're car shopping. Michigan State basketball vs. Minnesota canceled after postponement due to shooting.
A publicity stunt went awry and ticket sales tanked, how Dick the Bruiser ended up in front of a judge. City Council President Mary Sheffield announced members of a reparations task force to address economic opportunities for Black Detroiters. An update from sports
