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Ford sold a rare GT from its private collection. Here’s how much it sold for Michigan announces boost in pre-K enrollment, urges parents to sign up Days of Roar: Latest on Tarik Skubal from GM meetings; Detroit Tigers pitcher Dugan Darnell talks MLB journey Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

How ‘systemic errors at every level’ led to wrongful conviction of Detroit man Jeep recall impacts nearly 113,000 Wrangler, Grand Cherokee vehicles for engine issues The Pistons Pulse: Detroit Pistons non-starters showing depth of new team culture Subscribe/follow, rate and share "The Pistons Pulse" available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTubeWatch the podcast recorded live here

Formerly abandoned house in Detroit becomes refined spot for brunch, wellness Savers who max out 401(k) plans can set aside even more in 2026 What's behind higher used car prices and what might be cheaper

The shutdown is over: What happens now? Groups seek $6 million to save one of the last, best prairies in southern Michigan Detroit radio legend Doug Podell to retire in December

Why a 50-year mortgage won't solve all of the woes for young homebuyers We can't take same-sex marriage protections for granted, Michigan AG Nessel says Ford Racing Season Launch coming to Detroit in January

Sinkhole causes Southfield Freeway ramps to eastbound I-96 to close for a week Cash assistance program for pregnant and new moms in 6 Wayne County communities, now open Texas man charged in killing of 2 at Shelby Township auto dealership

An up-close look at 2 harrowing flights shows what chaos might await during Thanksgiving 4 insurers dropping Obamacare in Michigan as costs for some could double or triple Taylor’s Southland Center orders SMART bus stop removed, sparking accessibility concerns

Detroit Metro Airport expected to be hit with flight cancellations due to shutdown Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP; Trump appeals AI, other data centers are coming to Michigan — and they need a lot of energy and water

Feds: Suspects in Ferndale terror case also cased Cedar Point; one is tied to video game lawsuit Veterans Day 2025 free offers and discounts at restaurants in metro Detroit and beyond

Michigan terrorism suspects were plotting to attack Ferndale, feds say Scammer asks Michigan senior if he received his 'new' Medicare card: What happened next

Mary Sheffield elected Detroit's next mayor, will make history as first woman to lead city European theater chain buying Emagine Entertainment, including 9 Michigan locations Prosecutor: No charges in West Bloomfield house fire that left 3 kids dead Waymo to start testing self-driving vehicles in Detroit, with a human at the wheel

The Bear takes seat outside Hudson's site buildings in downtown Detroit St. Louis family drives 7 hours to experience the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle HopCat gastro pub chain sold to Chicago investment firm

Your guide to Election Day 2025 in Michigan: Key races to watch, how to vote Michigan's 10-cent beverage bottle and can deposit program is on the decline. Here's why.

Mary Sheffield ready to meet her moment in Detroit with new tests of loyalty, leadership Church aiding Solomon Kinloch through poverty fueled pastor to run for mayor GM temporarily idles Factory Zero as automaker braces for slower EV sales Days of Roar: Dan Dickerson breaks down Detroit Tigers' season, Tarik Skubal's future, offseason needs Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

Lawmakers mull long-term water affordability program in Michigan Michigan's cannabis market is on the verge of a shake-up with new tax, license cap proposal What 1.4M Michigan residents should know about looming November pause in SNAP benefits

Benson, Cox lead primary fundraising; Duggan continues money momentum New banking strategy focuses on the 313 to make small business loans in Detroit What 1.4M Michigan residents should know about looming November pause in SNAP benefits

7th inmate falls from upper prison level after Mich. lawmakers ax funds to improve safety 1st opera produced by Detroit Music Hall has all-star cast for 'Turandot' Romanian bistro in former Framebar space in Hazel Park set to open

Frank's Pizza in downtown Wyandotte to close its doors at the end of the month Key aide to ex-Speaker Lee Chatfield takes plea deal to testify against him

Food assistance in Michigan: SNAP benefits to stop in November due to federal shutdown Judge tosses lawsuit alleging guards recorded strip searches at Michigan's women's prison 3 auto supplier plants in Michigan to close, costing nearly 450 jobs

Pet parents are paying millions for Halloween costumes: What animals are wearing White squirrel spotted in St. Clair Shores draws a lot of attention

Federal workers at DTW, Willow Run can receive free meals during government shutdown Oakland County IT contract awarded to employee's company violated law, investigation finds Oakland County executive proposes ethics reforms after Free Press investigations

Trump names marijuana entrepreneur from Michigan as Iraq envoy 40 Dearborn residents ask city to lower volume on mosques' outdoor call to prayer Owners of Hunter House Hamburgers to close, reopen at new spot on Woodward

Owner of Clinton Twp. building that exploded, caught fire in 2024 ordered to trial Northville street closures bring rift to traditionally tight-knit community Jurors in trial of ex-Zamboni driver Sobotka speak out: 'Something was a little fishy'

Whitmer announces Amtrak service to restart near Michigan Central Station in Detroit Phony reports of ID theft to drive up credit scores contribute to car loan losses Michigan DNR calls for rescued fawn's euthanization — and rehabber says its over paperwork

Detroit's Noel Night on hiatus as Midtown Detroit Inc. reimagines future of event Jeep lets you trade Monopoly money for $500 off 2025 Grand Cherokee Reparations program offers $25,000 in housing support to Black metro Detroiters

There's a holdup for COLA news on Social Security benefits in 2026. Here's why Cars for $20,000 are hard to find. How far you are willing to travel could help chances

Detroit homicides, shootings, carjackings all declining so far in 2025, Duggan says Oakland University student under investigation for allegedly threatening GOP candidate Should you rake your leaves this fall? What experts say in Michigan

Michigan is home to nearly 1 million Polish Americans. How to celebrate this month Family takes Jeep, Stellantis to court over hybrid Grand Cherokee recall dispute

Ferndale restaurant Coeur to close after 'a lot of painful reflection' Estate sale at Detroit mansion that used to be a brothel has interesting items Landmark DIA exhibit of regional Native American art is first in decades

Former Detroit U.S. Rep. Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick dies at 80 Michigan workers face surprise bills for pandemic unemployment benefits Artist of Detroit's iconic whale mural paints new Lions tribute in Clawson

Comerica faced pressure to sell, as Trump administration gives green light to bank deals New stretch of Joe Louis Greenway opens, new statue unveiled Hollywood Markets to close its Troy location

Fifth Third, Comerica enter $10.9B deal, will likely rename Tigers' home Rain moves into Michigan on Monday. When it will turn cold this week Days of Roar: Detroit Tigers in MLB postseason: ALDS vs. Seattle Mariners underway after overcoming Cleveland Guardians Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

Crooks claim ATM or debit card is compromised then engage in elaborate scheme to steal it 'It's a bummer': Why metro Detroit's fall colors are so disappointing this year Can you shoot down a drone hovering over your property in Michigan? What the law says.

Mormons raising money for the family of Michigan LDS church shooter shocks his sister Michigan DNR calls report of alligator sighting on Detroit's Belle Isle 'credible' Metro Detroit reptile home takes in alligator found on Belle Isle

Michigan lawmakers act to avert state shutdown less than 2 hours into the fiscal year Grand Blanc Twp. church attack brings push for protective barriers at vulnerable buildings MDOT wants drivers to pull up to line at I-96 ramp meters in Oakland County. Here's why

GM to reopen Warren tech building after clearing Legionella A Christmas tree that never came down has some curious about future of Fairlane mall Future Dolly Parton concerts delayed as singer faces health issues

Grand Blanc Township church shooting updates: What we know about victims, suspect, motive Grand Blanc Twp. church shooting victims ranged in age from 6 to 78 Person detained after allegedly trying to plow into barricade near Grand Blanc Twp. church Grand Blanc Twp. church shooting: Aftermath, scene as community mourns

At least 5 dead, 8 injured after shooting at Grand Blanc Township church, police say Detroit shuts down Hotel Yorba immortalized by White Stripes song Plymouth Township OKs plans for Graye's Greenhouse to expand into larger community space

Trump's proposed Great Lakes science cuts would hurt locally, group says The end of most paper checks for Social Security, federal income tax refunds hits soon The story of Zach Bryan at Michigan Stadium: A vision, a phone call and a historic night

New wave icon Lene Lovich reflects on Detroit roots ahead of Pine Knob with Devo, B-52s Eater's 'most essential and influential' restaurants includes one Michigan eatery Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini joins GOP race for Michigan Secretary of State

Car buyers clamor for EVs as the clock ticks down to get the federal tax credit Suspended trooper sues Michigan State Police, alleging sexual harassment, retaliation New IRS form lets taxpayers claim 2025 deductions on tips, overtime pay, car loan interest

Capuchin Services Center temporarily closed after rain damage Huron Valley Schools didn't stop substitute who sexually abused students, lawsuit says Mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield takes concert tickets, could face ethics investigation

What Ford plans to do with the Glass House site and its other property holdings Study: Nonstick 'forever chemicals' PFAS show up in beer, some brewed in Michigan Best of 2026 vehicles list kicks off NACTOY automotive awards season

Stopped for a curfew violation, shot by police: When nonviolent stops spiral in Detroit 16 Detroit police shootings started with nonviolent stops, escalated with foot chases Ford HQ move could mean some winners, losers in battle to attract lunch crowd Funky Ferndale Art Fair returns for 21st year, celebrating unique art and artists Days of Roar: Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Guardians set for pivotal AL Central clash with Tarik Skubal healthy Subscribe/follow, rate and share "Days of Roar” available on all podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube

Low wages for Michigan's childcare workers University of Detroit Mercy to offer fully online law degree Suicide prevention in spotlight this month. How to help, find resources in Michigan

Gas prices in Michigan fall below $3 a gallon in some places Dearborn mayor tells resident he's not welcome in city after opposing sign for Arab leader The Athletic says this East Lansing 'college bar' is among best in nation. See the list

Corewell is latest state health system to halt gender-affirming care for trans minors Ship that hunted submarines in World War II departs Muskegon museum Free speech organization ranks Michigan universities. See which school was best in state

Nice Lions jersey, are you sure it's real? Why fans should be cautious when buying gear Millions of birds are taking flight over Michigan. How to track the fall migration A Michigan credit union offers a 4.99% mortgage to turn heads but what will Fed do next?

U.P. hospital rejects $1.2M state of Michigan grant and still plans to close birthing unit Do you need to repay pandemic jobless benefits in Michigan? How to check Just 1 Michigan restaurant made New York Times list of America’s best: Where it is

Ribbon-cutting slated for Belle Isle section of 2,000-mile Iron Belle Trail to western U.P. Menu Highlight: At this new downtown Detroit bar, the ice cream is as strong as the drinks Detroit Lions limited edition flags available starting Wednesday: Here’s how to get one

Judge dismisses case against 'fake electors' in Michigan Rash of killings tied to domestic violence prompts calls for stronger protections Detroit's Ladder 4 Wine bar recognized for its 'culinary vision'