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Michigan public universities blame tuition hikes on higher costs, less funding
Tuition hikes of 4% or more are the standard for the coming academic year for most public universities in Michigan. In announcing the increases over the last few weeks, schools across the state pointed to a variety of reasons for their decisions, including declining enrollment, rising costs of salaries, goods and services and the continued need for investments in areas including campus safety and mental health resources — along with historic drops in state funding.
New way to pay Detroit property bills
Welcome back to the notebook. I’m Kayleigh Lickliter! No worries, Malachi Barrett will be back next week. For now, let’s talk about what happened at the July 2 formal session!. What page are we on?. Dig into the agenda, read Detroit Documenter notes or watch the recording for...
The Daily: Ex-Red Wing Key to Re-igniting Huberdeau; NJ Grades
The Calgary Flames are hoping that former Detroit Red Wings player may be right linemate to push Jonathan Huberdeau back on the right track offensively. The Flames gave Mantha a one-year deal for $3.5 million with the hope he can be the finisher Huberdeau needs to jump-start his game. Huberdeau boasted 115 points in his final season with the Calgary Flames. He has totaled 55 and 52 points in his first two seasons with the Flames.
Bob Carmack, who went after Mayor Duggan and corruption, dies at 65
A man who would not miss an opportunity to criticize Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and who exposed a city councilman for bribery has died. His family Wednesday confirmed the death of Bob Carmack, 65, known for revealing that former Councilman Gabe Leland took a $7,500 bribe in exchange for a vote and battling with Duggan about a piece of property he claimed to own. ...
The Metro: Detroit Sound Conservancy awarded $1.9M grant to restore historic Blue Bird Inn
The nonprofit Detroit Sound Conservancy announced this week that it received a $1.9 million grant supporting the organization’s rehabilitation of Detroit’s historic Blue Bird Inn. Music was first performed at the former jazz club on Tireman Avenue on Detroit’s Old West Side in the 1930s, and over the...
Noah Sanders, son of NFL legend Barry Sanders, earns Big Ten scholarship offer
The next generation of college football and NFL stars will be filled with familiar surnames. Noah Sanders, the youngest son of Detroit Lions great and arguably the best rusher ever, Barry Sanders, is now eyeing collegiate scholarship offers. His first Big Ten offer came recently. Already with ...
Top-4 free agency day 1 signings for Detroit Red Wings
It's that time of the year again! Free agency has started and the Detroit Red Wings did some things. They signed some guys, re-signed some others, and didn't make the "big splash" a lot of fans anticipated. At the time, a lot of fans were a combination of confused and...
After keeping all of Brad Holmes' draft picks from 2021 to 2023, the Lions could be parting with up to 5 of them before the 2024 season
Last season one of the big things that the Detroit Lions could tout is that since Brad Holmes had taken the job as the team's general manager, the Lions had 23 draft picks and all 23 of them were still on the roster. During free agency we saw the first departure when the Lions chose not to ...
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.
An encouraging injury update on Lions' defensive back Brian Branch ahead of training camp
There was some real concern in April after a picture of Detroit Lions' defensive back Brian Branch in a walking boot and using a scooter to get around showed up on social media. Many were wondering how bad the injury could be and could it affect Branch's ability to be at camp. In late May we ...
Wayne County man honored as Distinguished Alumnus from Northern Michigan University
A retired Allen Park Police Detective who still lives in Wayne County, was honored as one of six Distinguished Alumni from Northern Michigan University for 2024. Jim Thorburn, who spent 27.5 years with the Allen Park Police Department, before starting a consulting firm to teach other public information officers how to best deal with the media, is the only local honoree this year.
Federal officials encourage Wayne County residents to review newly released flood maps
(CBS DETROIT) - The Federal Emergency Management Agency released flood maps for Wayne County residents and business owners to review.The flood insurance rate maps were created with the help of local, state and FEMA officials so that residents could learn more about flood risks and potential flood insurance requirements, according to a news release. The current maps are available online.Community members are encouraged to identify any concerns about the maps and participate in a 90-day appeal period beginning July 10. FEMA says appeals should have technical information, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data, to support claims. Property owners can submit a written comment if they see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information, including a missed or misspelled road name or incorrect corporate boundary.A live chat service about the maps is available online at https://go.usa.gov/r6C. Residents can also contact a FEMA map specialist at 877-FEMA-MAP or email FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs.gov. FEMA will notify communities of the final maps after resolving all comments and appeals.The department says most homeowners' insurance policies do not cover flooding and they should talk to their insurance agent.
Gibraltar 4th of July fest proceeds after rides shuttered over safety concerns
GIBRALTAR, Mich. (WXYZ) — Fourth of July festivities are in full effect across metro Detroit including the 60th annual celebration in the city of Gibraltar. This year, there's one glaring observation to be had at the carnival. There are carnival games, food and face-painting but no rides. The city said its a safety precaution.
Taco Fest set to take over downtown Royal Oak
Tacos, bands and cannabis will take over downtown Royal Oak this holiday weekend. After recording attendance of about 60,000 last year, Taco Fest is back in the area around Centennial Commons. Events run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. A full list...
Large hail, bursts of severe gusts finally placed in an area over Lower Michigan for Friday
A storm system that has all of the ingredients to produce some severe thunderstorms will be over Lower Michigan Friday. Here’s the timing and placement of a possible area of severe thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms can be produced during times of extreme heat and very humid air. Severe thunderstorms can...
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