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Metro Detroit "Balloon Guy" leaves lasting impression
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Steve Donohue has an audience a few days a week.Donohue is well known in the Allen Park community for his balloon-making skills, and his reputation has simply blown up over the years."I think he's an awesome human to come and do this for other people," said Southgate resident Pat Pulido."It's very joyful and graceful to see him every time we come around," said Allen Park resident Elizabeth Martinez.Donohue has even earned the title "Balloon Guy," and seeing the crowd he attracts is for a good reason.Alysia Burgio: "You constantly have a line going it...
Michigan man convicted for fatal ambush during Facebook Marketplace meet up
LANSING, MI – A Wayne County jury has convicted a Michigan man who lured another man from Kentucky before fatally shooting him. Davontae Eshawn Long, 31, of Detroit was found guilty of felony murder, carjacking, felon in possession of a handgun and felony firearm on June 28, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.
2 Wayne County community colleges allow culinary students to transfer credits
DETROIT – The Wayne County Community College District is teaming up with Schoolcraft College to allow the transfer of credits related to studies in culinary arts. The colleges on Monday, July 1 announced a new agreement that will help culinary arts students begin studying at WCCCD and transition to Schoolcraft for the remainder of their studies. The program is scheduled to start in the fall with 15 students, officials said.
Classic car show of cherished rides is driving force behind fundraiser for Penrickton
It’s going to be a classic celebration. For those who appreciate the hot rods, muscle cars, vintage trucks, street rods and more, the annual Wanderers Classic Car Club annual Penrickton Center for Blind Children just might be your speed. The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m....
Guy Fieri Owned Chicken Guy! Closes Livonia Location
The Guy Fieri-owned Chicken Guy! restaurant in Livonia, Michigan has closed. The fast-casual dining restaurant opened on Saturday, April 1st, 2023. At that time there were plans to open 19 more Southeast Michigan locations. Just over one year later, Chicken Guy! suddenly announced its closure. According to WXYZ, the Tomey...
Detroit Evening Report: EV carsharing pilot project expands in Detroit
A pilot project aimed at increasing mobility options for those who can’t afford their own vehicle has expanded in the city of Detroit. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. The Affordable Mobility Platform (AMP) carshare program, facilitated by...
Woah: Boat Falls off Trailer on Michigan Highway & Cars End Up Hitting It
Of all the unexpected sights this week, witnessing a boat casually lounging on I-96 wasn't on my radar. Apparently, this maritime mishap unfolded recently in the Detroit area, where a boat slipped off its trailer and found itself in the middle of a bustling highway. What's more astonishing is that...
Detroit City Council delays solar farm vote amid concerns from residents
DETROIT (FOX 2) - The Detroit city council postponed a vote on part of the mayor's plan to install large solar farms in some neighborhoods after concerns from the public were voiced during Tuesday's meeting. Representatives on the council opted to delay a vote on creating a solar equity fund...
Prosecution rests in Samantha Woll murder trial
DETROIT – The prosecution in the Samantha Woll Murder Trial rested its case Tuesday, July 2, after three weeks of detailed testimony. The jury was also shown photos of the crime scene as the defense begins to make its case. Prosecutors called dozens of witnesses since the trial began...
Michigan Central Station will close for the holiday weekend
Michigan Central Station will be closed July 5-6 for the Fourth of July weekend. Regular public hours will resume after the holiday weekend on July 12. Nearly 17,000 people have visited the station so far this summer, in addition to the 65,000 who toured the OPEN festivities earlier last month.
Tuesday notes: Horses coming to a Detroit neighborhood, Warren Truck layoffs and more stories
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Aidan Hutchinson: With every fiber of my body, I feel like it’s the year for Lions
The Lions will enter the 2024 season with higher expectations than they’ve carried in some time and that’s not a problem for defensive end Aidan Hutchinson. Hutchinson’s arrival in 2022 coincided with a leap in wins and his strong second season helped fuel last year’s run to the NFC Championship Game. He’s not downplaying his feeling that the team can accomplish even more once they take the field later this year.
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