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Workers link US, Canadian sides of new Gordie Howe International Bridge over Detroit River
DETROIT (AP) — Workers have linked the U.S. and Canadian sides of the new Gordie Howe International Bridge spanning the Detroit River, a major step in bringing the monumental project to completion. The connection between southwest Detroit and northwest Windsor was completed on Wednesday, the Detroit News reported. The...
In Detroit, Whitmer puts focus on safety and jobs while signing off on $83B budget
Following a roaring introduction from Detroit Fire Department Chief James Harris, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday put her signature to the $82.5 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2025 after touting funds for public safety, economic security and infrastructure. Whitmer gathered with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit), Senate Majority Leader […] The post In Detroit, Whitmer puts focus on safety and jobs while signing off on $83B budget appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Red Wings may reconsider buyout of veteran defenseman next offseason
Last month was busy on the buyout front. Cam Atkinson, Adam Boqvist, Jack Campbell, Nate Schmidt, Jeff Skinner and Ryan Suter were all cut loose, became UFAs and have since landed deals for this season. Few would have been surprised to see Red Wings defenseman Justin Holl added to that...
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs $59.1B state budget with loads of new money for Detroit
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, joined by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and other local officials, signed a $59.1 billion state spending plan for 2025 on Wednesday that includes major support for projects and programs in Michigan's largest city. The signing ceremony was held at the Detroit Fire Department's Engine 52. That's where House Speaker Joe...
Kamala Harris' longtime supporters welcome her return to the top of the ticket
Kamala Harris’ ascendance as the Democratic favorite for the 2024 presidential nomination has unleashed a tide of new support for the vice president. Her newfound ‘brat’ pack is relishing endorsements from social-media-age celebrities like Charli XCX and longtime political powerhouses like Nancy Pelosi. Coconut memes — a reference to a speech Harris gave at a White House event last year — are inescapable. ...
Neighbors critical of proposed East Toledo roundabout
Neighbors pushed back Wednesday against a proposed roundabout at Main Street and Starr Avenue in East Toledo, part of a $28.5 million federally funded project to improve the Main and Front streets corridor connecting East Toledo to the downtown riverfront and Glass City Metropark. “If they put a roundabout at the corner of Main and Starr, they're gonna probably double or triple the accidents that they have there now,” said Scott Shafer, a neighborhood resident and business owner. “People don't stop and slow down for traffic lights here. At a roundabout, they're just gonna fly through it.” Mr. Shafer was one of several people who spoke out against the proposed roundabout at a public meeting hosted by the city of Toledo at Glass City Enrichment Center on Front Street. About 50 attended. He spoke after Simon Nyi, grants commissioner for the city, and Tim Bockbrader, landscape architect at EDGE, a Toledo landscape architect firm, unveiled the street improvements project.
Mohamed Said's visitation to be held today after Melvindale police officer killed in line of duty
DEARBORN, Mich (FOX 2) - Family, friends, and the community will pay their respects to murdered Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said during his visitation Thursday. The visitation for Said is scheduled for noon to 8 p.m. at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Then, a public funeral...
Blue Heron Resting at Curtiss Park
Curtiss Park and Mill Pond Park, and the Saline River running through them, are known for being home to Great Blue Herons. This one photobombed me while I was trying to get a picture of the falls at Curtiss Park on Wednesday evening. Perhaps our dog scared it from a tree.
Dan Campbell: We live off of work, not reputation
The history of the NFL has seen teams come close to winning it all one year before coming back to finish the job the next season and it has seen teams come close before falling flat upon their return to the field. Lions head coach Dan Campbell wants his team...
Video game lounges and 18 new storefronts coming to Detroit Metro Airport
ROMULUS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Detroit Metro Airport is announcing some big additions that might change how you travel there.Twenty new ways that air travelers can use to pass the time at DTW are expected to open in 2025. With new restaurants and retail stores on the way, we're taking a look at what you can expect.Twelve new retail stores will sell all things Detroit, including beloved brands like Detroit Vs Everybody, and a new 24-hour option named after Detroit's oldest neighborhood."Giving local businesses and local products a place to be showcased, and also elevating our level of service with...
Detroit feds see increase in Glock switches
Detroit federal agents are sounding the alarm on a growing problem: “Glock Switch.” One such modified firearm can discharge up to 1,200 rounds per minute. The same device can transform semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons. The device have been flooding the streets and are no larger than a nickel.
2020 Pistons lottery bust finds new home, signs one-year deal with Nets
Career-wise, the first half of 2024 was challenging for Killian Hayes. After ending the last NBA season without a team, he was also cut from his country’s national team ahead of this year’s Olympics. However, Hayes is now back in the NBA, as the former lottery pick is signing a one-year deal with the Brooklyn Nets.
UToledo College of Law, Adrian College Launch Joint Degree Program
Toledo, OH – The University of Toledo College of Law and Adrian College have announced a joint degree agreement, creating a pathway for students to simultaneously earn a juris doctor from UToledo and a master of arts in criminal justice from Adrian College. UToledo Interim President Matt Schroeder and...
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