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Michigan Matters: Business leaders weigh in on politics and the economy
(CBS DETROIT) - With a red-hot election season on and 2024 past the halfway point, the focus is on business as high-profile leaders from Metro Detroit and Lansing gather to talk about politics, education and the road ahead during a wide-ranging episode of CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.Wafa Dinaro, Executive Director of the New Economy Initiative; Crystal L. Gunn, Chairwoman of the Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce; and Martin Manna, president of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce, discuss the state of business amid an evolving economy more tied to technology than ever and their efforts to support start-ups and mature...
Arab Americans 'thrilled' Biden stepping down, but want new Gaza policy
Arab American advocates in metro Detroit are relieved President Joe Biden announced Sunday he's stepping down as the Democratic Party nominee, blaming him for a war in Gaza that has resulted in thousands of deaths. And now, they're hoping the nominee who replaces him will be someone who will lessen support for Israel and be more sympathetic to Palestinians. "Everybody in my community is very thrilled that Biden is out of the way," said Osama Siblani, a...
What now for Gov. Whitmer?
It's not often we're in your inbox on a Sunday, but with the 2024 presidential race upended by President Joe Biden bowing out, we wanted to make sure you had the latest information available. The Free Press is calling our best sources, hitting the streets and getting you answers on...
Tigers’ top prospect Max Clark set to make West Michigan Whitecaps debut
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – Two of the Detroit Tigers’ top-three prospects are set to make their debuts with the West Michigan Whitecaps this week. The Tigers announced Sunday the promotion of outfielder Max Clark and middle infielder Kevin McGonigle to the High-A level, after the duo compiled a strong start to the season with the Low-A Lakeland Flying Tigers.
Softball players cap careers at all-star games
CALEDONIA — The 16th annual Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association all-star games were held here Wednesday. The games, played at Davenport University’s softball field, were divided into divisions with the 10 a.m. opener pitting two teams composed of Division 2 players against each other.
Police confirm that missing teenager from Kent County has been found safe
Police have announced that a missing teen from Kent County has been found safe after an extensive search that lasted nearly two months. According to the Kent County sheriff’s department, they were able to locate Penelope “Penny” Wise at approximately 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 21st. According...
Optional selections for car insurance
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – The last time Grand Rapids car accident lawyer Tom Sinas was here, he gave us a debrief of Michigan auto no-fault insurance, focusing on selections for medical coverage and liability protection. Today, we’re keeping on the topic, and talking about an optional selection you have called Underinsured/Uninsured.
Adventure Credit Union opens new branch
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Adventure Credit Union opened a new branch today on Alpine directly across from Meijer. For years, that building sat vacant, so it’s great to see Adventure making this investment in the community. They really care about the local community and helping people achieve financial wellness.
See homes sold in the the Grand Rapids area, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in the the Grand Rapids area reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 33 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,399-square-foot home on Bridge Walk Court in Ada that sold for $475,000.
Register Now for Annual Metro Way 5K & YMCA Youth Races July 31 to support community health and wellness
University of Michigan Health-West invites you for an evening of running, walking, and philanthropy at the Metro Way 5K & YMCA Youth Races on Wednesday, July 31. This family-friendly event will be. held at 1980 Metro Court, Wyoming, starting at 6 p.m. Funds raised through the Metro Way 5K support...
Trying to find a way to pay bills in a ‘country going to crap’
(The Center Square) – Surrounded by horse-riding police officers, ice cream trucks, and life-size cutouts of Republican nominee Donald Trump, tens of thousands of people waited in the heat for hours in a 2-mile long line stretching to the freeway. Roadside trucks sold beer, hats, and Trump-themed rubber ducks to those standing in line for […]
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