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Detroit sports anchor Bernie Smilovitz receives 'lovely, just lovely' on-air tribute on final day at WDIV
There may be no crying in baseball, as the film "A League of Their Own" famously noted. But on WDIV-TV, there were plenty of heartfelt emotions as Local 4 News said goodbye to longtime sports anchor Bernie Smilovitz on Monday night. In late May, the station officially confirmed that Smilovitz —...
Mother of 2 killed when drag racer fleeing police crashes into vehicle
WARREN, MI – Three muscle cars were allegedly drag racing when police officers initiated a traffic stop that turned into a deadly chase, FOX 2 Detroit reports. Katrina Shuker, 42, died of injuries sustained in a crash with one of the fleeing vehicles around 1:30 a.m., the report said. Saturday near the borders of Detroit suburbs Madison Heights, Hazel Park and Warren. Shuker was a passenger in a Jeep. The single mother of two boys, 14 and 18, was getting a ride home with a friend.
Men's Basketball Adds Detroit Mercy to Non-Conference Schedule
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. – Following its game against Michigan State on Thursday, Nov. 7 in East Lansing, Mich., Niagara basketball will take the 90-minute trip east to Detroit to take on Detroit Mercy Sunday, Nov. 10 inside the Calihan Hall. The Purple Eagles are 5-5 all-time against Detroit Mercy...
Rocket Mortgage Classic Raises Money to Bridge Detroit’s Digital Divide
This year’s Rocket Mortgage Classic gave fans a thrilling finish on Sunday, but tournament organizers expect its impact in the city to continue year-round. Bridging the city’s digital divide is the tournament’s signature charitable cause. The big picture: Access to the internet and digital devices is a...
Detroit Economic Growth Corporation announces leadership changes
DEGC announces leadership changes following the departure of COO Kenyetta Hairston-Bridges. Derrick Headd joins as Senior VP of Public Policy and Operations. David White elevated to VP of Business Development. Jacqueline Young appointed as Senior Director of Business Development. David Howell promoted to VP of Development Services. The Detroit Economic...
PGA Tour course loved by Bryson Dechambeau at risk of 'dying' receives lifeline
Detroit Golf Club faces a bleak future if not for its imminent revamp, according to club president Michael Pricer, who says the course will resemble the iconic Pinehurst No. 2 when the work is done
Detroit Historical Museum testing out free ‘Late Nights’ program
Hey, readers! Welcome back to Culture Canvas. Summer is in full swing and you might be looking for fun things to do with friends, or if you’re a parent, things to do with your children. One place to find programming for the entire family is the Detroit Historical Museum.
Club Hosts the Ultimate Slumber Party
Children ages 5 to 12 got to enjoy myriad activities during the Slumberfest event at the Detroit (Mich.) Athletic Club. The theme was “Under the Big Top,” with the decorations and activities offering a circus-and-carnival-style environment. If you could jump in a time machine and return to childhood,...
New grant funds Joe Louis Greenway and Iron Belle connections
A new federal grant will help the city link the Joe Louis Greenway to the state-traversing Iron Belle Trail.Why it matters: The $20.7 million infrastructure grant will help bring the long-awaited 27.5-mile city greenway closer to completion.The funds will be used to construct two paths within a connected network of 2,000 miles from the Upper Peninsula to Belle Isle, serving both the city's greenway and the state's Iron Belle Trail.State of play: Officials announced Monday that the federal funds will be allocated for road and pathway construction on Woodmere Street on the city's west side and Dequindre Street, just north...
Brandon Inge's son, Tyler Inge, makes MHSBCA Division 2 all-state baseball team
Only one player local to the Hometown Life regional, Detroit Country Day senior Tyler Inge, the son of former Detroit Tigers player Brandon Inge, appeared on the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association Division 1 all-state team. Reminder: HTL covers teams in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Canton, Commerce Twp., Farmington, Farmington...
Nina Love And Tequion Brookins Set To Open A Co-Working Space In Detroit That Will Donate A Portion Of Proceeds To A Nonprofit
Two Black women are entering into business to help other Black- and woman-owned businesses thrive. Aya House According to Crain’s Detroit Business, Nina Love and Tequion Brookins are opening Aya House, a 3,000-square-foot co-working space that will be a home to other businesses. The founders also will donate a portion of monthly proceeds to a… Continue reading Nina Love And Tequion Brookins Set To Open A Co-Working Space In Detroit That Will Donate A Portion Of Proceeds To A Nonprofit
Former Tigers catcher will be DFA’d this week, report says
DETROIT -- Former Detroit Tigers catcher Tucker Barnhart will be designated for assignment on Tuesday, the Arizona Republic reported. Barnhart has served as the Arizona Diamondbacks’ backup catcher this year after making the club out of spring training as a non-roster invitee. He’s hitting just .173 with no home runs in 96 plate appearances.
Former Spartan Miles Bridges reportedly no longer a free agent target for Pistons
It appears Miles Bridges will not be returning to his home state for the next chapter in his basketball career. Aaron Johnson of Pistons Palace reported on Sunday that Detroit is no longer showing interest in signing the former Spartan during the NBA free agency period. Bridges is from Flint, Mich. and starred for the Spartans for a pair of seasons from 2016 – 2018.
Grandfather of girl who lost hand in explosion could still face federal charges
River Rouge Police were surprised the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office declined to bring charges against the man they said left an illegal explosive where his granddaughters could get to it.
Jeep-parent Stellantis cuts Warren Truck shift in July, plans adjustments in Toledo
Stellantis says it is cutting a shift at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant north of Detroit during July as the automaker tries to recalibrate its production and sales numbers, which fell sharply in the United States in the second quarter. The automaker also said Tuesday that it is making production changes at its plants in Toledo, Ohio. ...
VIDEO: Southfield police investigating luxury car heist
Southfield police are investigating an early morning luxury car heist that happened on Tuesday. Police say four masked individuals broke into Dream Luxury Car Rental on 8 Mile and Telegraph roads.
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