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Lawsuit filed over handling of ‘The Downs’ redevelopment project in Northville
NORTHVILLE, Mich. – A lawsuit has been filed over the handling of the Northville Downs redevelopment project as residents express concerns over the environmental impacts. The lawsuit names the city of Northville and the project’s developers to transform the old Downs racetrack into a multi-purpose site with housing, parks, and retail.
Downriver Dan Plays Thursday Night in Downtown Saline
Dan Kalicki, also known as Downriver Dan, performs blues and classic rock in downtown Saline Thursday night. He'll be playing Saline Main Street's Salty Summer Sounds Concert with his band in the parking lot across from Carrigan Cafe on South Ann Arbor Street. The free concert starts at 7 p.m.
5-star point guard says Michigan basketball ‘just feels like home’
Michigan basketball was included among the final four teams for five-star point guard Darius Acuff. But now, Acuff, the No. 8 overall prospect in the 2025 class, has trimmed his list down to three teams and the Wolverines are still in the mix. Acuff is 6-foot-3, 180 pounds. He’s ranked...
Section of Clinton River Trail washed away, closed to the public
ROCHESTER, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) – The city of Rochester is left with a major cleanup after this week's heavy rainfall wiped out a significant section of the Clinton River Trail.On Tuesday, the city closed the trailhead between Dequindre Road and Letica Drive after the path gave way."About 100 linear feet of the trail and about 6 to 8 feet down is completely washed away. So, it's pretty substantial damage that's going to take some time to fix," said Rochester Director of Public Works Alek Mizikar.Mizikar says the trail is a former railroad bed lifted up to help with drainage in...
Jack Campbell makes major life change ahead of season with the Red Wings
Former Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell made a major life decision off the ice this summer as he married his fiancé Ashley Sonnenberg. The veteran netminder made it official on July 13th, dedicating himself to his wife for the rest of their lives. Finally, things seem to be looking up for the goaltender after a brutal year on the ice where he lost his job with the Edmonton Oilers, got demoted to the AHL, and was eventually bought out at the beginning of the offseason. Luckily, all those things are in the past now as he looks for a new start with the Red Wings next season as he begins a new era of his personal life as well.
Sheetz plans to open four new locations with diesel lanes
Altoona, Penn. — Sheetz will open four new stores this August, each featuring diesel lanes with high-flow diesel fuel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) for commercial trucks, along with a truck scale and free overnight parking spaces for truckers. The new store locations include:. Middletown, Virginia: Located at 121...
Detroit mom pleads guilty after toddler found dead in basement freezer
A mother has pleaded guilty in the death of her 3-year-old son in a case that Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy previously said “astounded even the seriously jaded.”. Azuradee France, 33, pleaded guilty Friday to second-degree murder in the death of the child — whose name is listed as Chayce Allen in court records — as part of a sentence agreement, confirmed Maria Miller, a spokesperson for the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, in an email.
The Metro: Jazz concert at the Aretha to pay tribute to Ed Love
Back in 2020, during the height of the pandemic, longtime radio broadcaster Ed Love was honored with the Spirit of Detroit award for 60 years of service for jazz in Detroit. In 2021, The Michigan Association of Broadcasters also honored Love with the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award for an outstanding career in broadcasting.
Nonprofit connects young musicians with professionals in Northwest Detroit
DETROIT – Spotlight Park in Northwest Detroit will host free music on Fridays until July 27. The Music in the Park series allows neighborhood kids to hear and learn from world-class musicians. “A lot of people in the community might never go to Orchestra Hall,” said Daniel A. Washington,...
Tigers rocket up MLB broadcaster rankings thanks to 'wonderful' Jason Benetti
The fans have spoken, the Detroit Tigers have the most-improved broadcast team in Major League Baseball. Awful Announcing, a news source focused on the sports media industry, released its annual local broadcaster rankings for MLB on Monday. More than 13,000 votes were cast, with fans and readers weighing in on...
Taylor Imposes Stage 3 Water Restrictions Amid Pump Failures at Lake Granger
Residents of the City of Taylor are grappling with new Stage 3 water restrictions, a move prompted by pump failures at Lake Granger, as reported by CBS Austin. The Brazos River Authority is now enforcing the limitations due to an electrical mishap that took down multiple pumps. While one was swiftly reactivated, the rest remain out of commission, putting a strain on the city's water capabilities.
Jameson Williams called out again before start of Lions' training camp
One of the biggest questions for Detroit Lions' training camp revolves around wide receiver Jameson Williams. The Lions did not notably add to their wide receiver room all offseason, so they are banking on him having a breakthrough season. A good training camp will go a long way toward Williams...
Genesee County sheriff challenged by newcomer in August election
GENESEE COUNTY, MI – Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson will be challenged by newcomer Jeff Salzeider for sheriff in the August 2024 primary election. Both candidates are vying to be elected to a four-year term as Genesee County Sheriff in the Aug. 6 primary. Swanson, the popular Genesee County...
One person killed after motorcycle crash in Flint
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - A 41-year-old man is dead after a crash happened in the City of Flint on Wednesday night, July 17. Flint police said it happened at 9:42 p.m. on South Saginaw Street and East Atherton Road. The investigation revealed that a black Honda VT1300R motorcycle was traveling...
Tickets for high-demand North Pole Express ride on sale July 25: What to know
Twenty years ago, Tom Hank’s conductor told the little boy boarding the Polar Express this:. “One thing about trains: It doesn’t matter where you’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.”. For the 20th anniversary of the film, "Polar Express" fans have the option to decide...
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Michigan Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Stealing Mperks Data From Meijer Customers
A 22-year-old West Michigan man has pleaded guilty and could spend 20 years in prison for a massive mPerks theft scheme targeting Meijer customers last year. Nicholas Mui of Grand Haven will also give up $630,000 in cash and cryptocurrency and surrender his computer. mPerks Scheme Costs Meijer More Than...
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
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