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Detroit’s Devastating Slide Set to Reopen This Week
The Detroit Free Press calls it one of, "Detroit's jewels." However, ask any local and they'll tell you it's more likely to damage the family jewels. One of the Detroit area's most infamous celebrities, the giant slide on Belle Isle, is set to reopen this week. First opened in 1967...
DBusiness Daily Update: Bedrock to Present Black Food & Wine Experience in September, and More
Bedrock to Present Black Food & Wine Experience in September The Black Food & Wine Experience (BFWE) will make its Detroit debut Sept. 12-14 with three ticketed downtown events and […] The post DBusiness Daily Update: Bedrock to Present Black Food & Wine Experience in September, and More appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
2024-25 Detroit Lions Odds: Odds to win Super Bowl, NFL Playoffs, Division
At +1200, the Detroit Lions sport the fourth-best odds to win the Super Bowl as of July 16. The Lions had a 12-5 record a year ago, and they were knocked out in the Conference Championship round of the playoffs. Their offense averaged 27.1 points per game (fifth in the league), while their defense conceded 23.2 (23rd).
Michigan Cornerbacks: One thing I like, one thing I don’t, one thing to watch
Michigan Football's cornerbacks are led by All-American Will Johnson, but other starting spots are up for grabs between Aamir Hall, Ricky Johnson, Jyaire Hall and others as Wolverines enter 2024 season
Seahawks vs. Lions to have special halftime ceremony for Calvin Johnson
The Seattle Seahawks and Detroit Lions will wrap up the opening month of the 2024 NFL regular season with a Monday Night Football showdown in Motown, and it’ll be a special occasion for the Lions organization. Legendary wide receiver Calvin Johnson has somehow made it into the Pro Football...
Michigan Made Episode 2 recap: An extended look at Michigan’s national championship ring ceremony, spring ball, more
The Michigan football program released the second episode of its Michigan Made series, and it gives us a look at how the team is preparing for the season ahead and what the staff wants players to prioritize off the field. Here’s some of what stands out. A new standard...
Detroit Taxpayer Resource Fair helps residents avoid foreclosure - with a partylike atmosphere
DETROIT (FOX 2) - It’s a taxpayer resource fair designed like a block party. The party-like atmosphere connects Detroiters with numerous resources to help them pay their property taxes and stay in their home. Detroiter Esther Hernandez was in jeopardy of losing her home. She says Detroit’s Taxpayer Resource...
Brooks Named CSC Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas -- Graduate student Sierra Brooks of the University of Michigan women's gymnastics team was named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-America first team, the organization announced Tuesday (July 16). The honor is the first of Brooks' career after being named CoSIDA Academic All-District in 2022 and CSC...
Meet the Candidate: Alyshia Dyer is running for Washtenaw County Sheriff
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Raised in Ypsilanti, Alyshia Dyer aims to give back to the community that helped make her. The former road patrol deputy and marine deputy is running to be the next Washtenaw County Sheriff, and believes that change must start at the leadership level. A graduate...
Surprising State Where U of M is Most Hated
There are lots of rivalries in college football but some states hate some schools more than others rivalry or not. There are a few states that have some hatred for U of M. Rivalries are everywhere. Many start at home between siblings but many are associated with sports teams. Of...
21-year-old Oakland County man drowns in Townsend Lake
OAKLAND Mich.— A Highland Township man drowned while swimming in Townsend Lake in Independence Township. The 21-year-old man was swimming with a friend when he unexpectedly went underwater and did not come back up. The Oakland County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team was dispatched to the incident around 1:40...
Abandoned Ponderosa in Dearborn Heights Will Bring Back Memories
Back in the 80s, going to Ponderosa with the family was a pretty big deal. It was the go-to spot for buffet-style dining in Michigan. Dad didn't mind breaking out his wallet on Ponderosa nights because he knew it was one meal that he could truly afford. I mean, you could get an entire dinner including steak, potatoes, veggies, a salad, fruit, and all-you-can-eat sundaes for just $3.99.
Orchard Lake Home Has Hudson's Elevator, Ice Cream Parlor & More
This quirky Michigan home features its very own ice cream parlor and a working elevator which was rescued from a Hudson's department store in Detroit. Check Out 21 Now-Defunct Stores We All Miss Going to in Michigan. With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, let's take a minute...
Tigers draft former Portage Central, Miami (OH) power-hitting outfielder
Zach MacDonald shattered Portage Central’s single-season home run record in 2021. Three years later, his power continues to soar. And on Tuesday, it sold the Detroit Tigers. The former Portage Central star slugger and Miami (OH) outfielder was selected by his home state Tigers with the 446th overall pick in the 15th round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday afternoon.
Detroit People Mover to shut down for 11 weeks after Labor Day for track replacement
The Detroit People Mover will shut down for 11 weeks after Labor Day to replace sections of track that are original to the 37-year-old system, according to a recent announcement. The system, which is free to ride at least through the end of next year, is expected to reopen before...
MLB Draft 2024: Tigers take 7 more pitchers in third and final day
DETROIT -- The 2024 MLB Draft is in the books. Seven pitchers were among the 10 players selected by the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday in the third and final day of the draft. But it’s not clear that all will sign. For example, the Tigers drafted Anson Seibert, a...
Building at Detroit African bead museum demolished
A building at the corner of Grand River and Vinewood known for its colorful artwork and part of the Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum has turned to rubble and dust. Despite attempts to save the building by museum founder Olayami Dabls and his team, city crews arrived at the site Tuesday morning and began tearing down the property.
See the Southgate Community Schools 2024-2025 Academic Calendar
Schools calendars provide families with a snapshot of the entire year. Holidays breaks, the first day of school and professional development days vary school by school, so it’s a great idea to keep it handy. Here is the 2024-25 school calendar as approved by Southgate Community Schools school board.
Scammers continue to prey on emotions to get you to share spam - How to spot it
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Scammers are preying on your emotions, and because you care, you're unknowingly sharing spam to all of your Facebook friends. You're scrolling on Facebook and you see an urgent post asking you to share a photo of a teen missing near you, so you click share and move on. A few days later, you see a post you don't recall making. That post has some links off of Facebook, and when you click them, they want your personal information. This is the work of a scammer.
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