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‘The Greatest Goodbye in Television History:’ Detroit Sportscaster Bernie Smilovitz Retires with Epic Sign-Off
If you've ever watched the news in Detroit in the past 4 decades, chances are you know who Bernie Smilovitz is. He has been a sportscaster, mostly in Detroit, for the past 38 years, and this past week, he gave his final sportscast of his career. But Smilovitz, who is...
Record 334 boats lined up for 100th Bayview Mackinac race; 'All out war' on the water
Some things endure. In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Great Gatsby" and Mount Rushmore was dedicated. Here in Michigan, Bayview Yacht Club launched its first sailboat race from Port Huron to Mackinac Island. Yep, 100 continuous years of racing with sailors from all over the world — despite war,...
Craig Monroe ‘vehemently’ denies social media allegations
DETROIT – Craig Monroe is “vehemently” denying the social media allegations that resulted in his absence from Detroit Tigers television broadcasts the past few weeks. Monroe has been off the air since the team’s June 7-9 series against the Milwaukee Brewers. On Tuesday, the Tigers and Bally Sports Detroit confirmed his absence is due to allegations made against him by a woman on social media.
Meet the metro Detroit woman competing for Team USA in the Amputee World Cup
Elayna Alexandra had quite a tough childhood. She was born with a rare bone disease called Congenital Pseudoarthrosis, which made the bones in her legs brittle and easy to break.
Embrace Sportz Launches Free Cross Country Camp to Reignite Interest and Unlock Scholarship Opportunities for Detroit Youth
Embrace Sportz announced the launch of a transformative new camp designed to expose Detroit’s youth to the sport of Cross Country. Aimed at students from 6th to 12th grade, this initiative seeks to revive participation in Cross Country within Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and open doors to valuable collegiate scholarship opportunities that have been overlooked for too long. The camp will run from July 7 – July 12.
Detroit City FC women’s team makes history with first playoff game
Detroit’s women’s soccer team, Detroit City FC Women’s Team, has made history by qualifying for their first-ever playoff game. To make matters even better, they will host the match at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck this coming Friday. Detroit City FC Striker Kayla Addison and Coach David Dwaihy...
BMX event in Waterford allows for spectators to experience the track for themselves
Have you been at Comerica Park and wanted to hit the first pitch? Or been at Ford Field and wanted to run the ball in the endzone?. The Stars and Stripes Nationals, an event hosted by USA BMX and the Detroit Sports Commission in Waterford, allows fans to watch the exhibition from the stands then afterward try out dirt bikes on their own.
2 Detroit sports clubs team with local Ashley licensee
DETROIT — Top 100 retailer Dufresne Spencer Group has lined up as the exclusive furniture and mattress partner of the National Hockey League’s Detroit Red Wings and Major League Baseball’s Detroit Tigers. These new partnerships join DSG’s associations with the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers and Memphis Grizzlies,...
A Detroit guide to ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,’ from WJLB to Bob Seger
DETROIT - From Little Caesars Arena to WJLB, the new "Beverly Hills Cop" film, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," is well connected to Detroit. Here's a guide to the film's many Detroit sights, sounds and references. Detroit Red Wings: The movie's first big set piece is a robbery at Little...
What gear to pack on your first long-distance bike ride
Are you trying a long-distance bike ride for the first time this summer?The big picture: Biking is great for exercise, commuting and recreation but it also carries risks, especially when sharing the road with motorists.Here are six things to remember to bring, per Jon Hughes, owner of the Downtown Ferndale Bike Shop north of Detroit.Hughes, who lives in Detroit, says he rode more than 10,000 miles last year.1. Helmet: A must for any cyclist. Pricier helmets offer lots of ventilation and are lightweight, he says.Some are Mips-certified for safety, but the designation isn't necessary, Hughes says. His $300 helmet doesn't...
Red Wings, RPO teaming up for postgame concert
Rochester is being treated to baseball, fireworks and a full orchestra this weekend — all in the same spot. Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra is performing after Saturday's Red Wings game. Jherrard Hardeman, the RPO's assistant conductor, has been in Rochester for about nine months and is throwing the first pitch.
Watch Live: Detroit City FC vs. River Light FC
(CBS DETROIT) - Detroit City FC is set to host River Light FC in its first-ever playoff match since forming a women's team in 2020 in the USL W League's Central Conference Semifinal. Kickoff from Keyworth Stadium is set for 7 p.m. on Friday with streaming available at CBSDetroit.com. Le Rouge earned its first-ever playoff berth on the women's side after winning the Great Lakes Division with an undefeated record of 10-2-0. Key wins included doing the double over W League stalwarts Midwest United FC and a crucial victory over Kalamazoo FC late in the season to cement their spot in...
John Deere Classic: Luke Clanton devoted to college years, professional golf waits
Luke Clanton played phenomenally, finishing tied for 10th at last week’s Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit. The Florida State golfer is back on the PGA Tour for the second consecutive event as he is in the field for the John Deere Classic. Heading into the final day of play,...
Nick Dunlap betting profile: John Deere Classic
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JUNE 28: Nick Dunlap of the United States putts on the 18th green during the second round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club on June 28, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Raj Mehta/Getty Images) A. Change Text Size. In his most recent tournament...
Ryo Hisatsune betting profile: John Deere Classic
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JUNE 27: Ryo Hisatsune of Japan plays his shot from the 12th tee during the first round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club on June 27, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Raj Mehta/Getty Images) A. Change Text Size. Ryo Hisatsune enters the 2024...
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