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Detroit Homeownership Center CDC, Arise Detroit to Present Free Home Buyers and Lenders Resources Fair
For many people, purchasing a home is a dream come true and perhaps the most significant financial decision they will ever make. Yet, making wrong decisions associated with the complex financial and non-financial elements of purchasing a home can turn a dream into a nightmare of buyer’s remorse. To...
Find your primary election races in the Detroit Free Press Voter Guide
Days are numbered if you're still looking to research who is on your ballot for the Aug. 6 primary election. The Detroit Free Press Voter Guide is the place to find quick information about the election, including which congressional and state house districts you get to vote for. Here’s a guide on what district you fall in and who’s on your ballot: ...
Inspector General Ellen Ha had 'rough start' but stood ground to 'reveal the facts'
Detroit's chief investigator is leaving the city. Inspector General Ellen Ha, who served as Detroit's watchdog for fraud, corruption and abuse among city employees and contractors seeking to do business with the city, is reaching the end of her six-year term this month. Ha will move on to a role as chief assistant...
Detroit summer institute aims to support, develop skills for area teachers
It was the middle of summer, but Berit Wilkins’ classroom was in session. On a recent Wednesday, the teacher was giving a math lesson to a group of incoming ninth graders. But Wilkins decided to pause for a doodle break. “Do you want to pass the markers out?” she...
Watch replay: Funeral for Four Tops' Duke Fakir in Detroit with Stevie Wonder, more
The funeral of the Four Tops' Duke Fakir took place at 11 a.m. at Detroit's Hartford Memorial Baptist Church. Motown luminaries were expected to attend, including Stevie Wonder, who performed, along with local and state leaders. The church's livestream of the proceedings can be watched in the video player above. ...
Gallery: Detroit Boston-Edison Mansion Built in 1914 By Founder of S.S. Kresge Stores, Lists for $3.2 Million
A Detroit mansion built in 1914 by Sebastian S. Kresge, the founder of the S.S. Kresge department stores, one of the 20th Century's largest discount retail groups, is listing for $3.2 million. The 15,000-square-foot home at 70 W. Boston Blvd. in the Boston-Edison neighborhood has 14 bedrooms, six full and...
Detroit police patrol around the city on bikes: "Community is important"
(CBS DETROIT) - Detroit police got out of their cars and onto bikes Friday night, riding in and around the fourth precinct and through Downtown Detroit."Community is important, community is first. Everything we do is about our community," said Police Chief James White, who joined in on the bike ride.White says the Detroit Police Bike Patrol Operations are a unique group of individuals who are on the front lines of combatting crime and engaging with the people they're meant to help."You know they're second to none. They get a lot of information on abandoned vehicles and things like that. That's...
Crime Stoppers offering $22,500 reward for information in death of Detroit Dr. Devon Hoover
(CBS DETROIT) - Police are still investigating the death of Dr. Devon Hoover more than a year after he was found shot to death inside his home on Detroit's west side.Hoover was found dead on April 22, 2023, in the 100 block of Boston. His vehicle, which had been stolen, was found a short distance from his home. An autopsy report showed the prominent neurosurgeon was shot twice in the back of his head.A person of interest was taken into custody on unrelated charges but has since been released. Police do not believe the shooting was random.Crime Stoppers is now offering a $22,500 cash reward for information that would lead to an arrest.Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip to 800-Speak Up or www.1800speakup.org.
Free school supplies, games, music, and more fun: Here are some back-to-school events for families
It’s almost time for the 2024-25 school year to begin, and that means one thing: Lots of back-to-school activities in Detroit are underway. They range from activities that give children a final few doses of fun before they head back to the classroom to events that provide free backpacks, school supplies, and other important things kids need to get the school year started successfully.Below are just some of the upcoming back to school events. Know of others that aren’t on our list? Email us at detroit.tips@chalkbeat.org. (Keep in mind that in most cases, free supplies are available until they run...
NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Stars, Blue Jackets, Devils
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, what is the latest on the Detroit Red Wings and their negotiations with Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider? Meanwhile, what’s happening as the Dallas Stars try to work out a deal with Thomas Harley? There hasn’t been much action on the Patrik Laine trade front, and former New Jersey Devils’ forward Michael McLeod has signed in the KHL.
Detroit Lions Day 9 training camp observations, the Jake Bates experiment isn't working out
Another big day of Detroit Lions' training camp is in the books. Friday was a fun day that was just one big scrimmage. Lions' head coach Dan Campbell said he wanted the scrimmage to feel like a preseason game and that definitely happened. Here's the big takeaways from the day: Hooker had some good ...
Arthur Jemison hired as new head of Detroit Housing Commission
The public housing authority announced the hire at a board meeting on Aug. 2. Jemison has 30 years of experience in housing and planning, and previously worked for the City of Detroit. Arthur Jemison hired as new head of Detroit Housing Commission · Outlier Media
Detroit Tigers' Keider Montero throws new pitch as development continues in rookie year
Keider Montero used to throw five pitches. More than two years ago, the Detroit Tigers wanted Montero to focus on three pitches — four-seam fastball, slider and changeup — at the High-A level, which meant scrapping his curveball and sinker. Montero wanted to keep his high-spin curveball in as part of his arsenal, but he...
Decomposing dogs in abandoned Detroit home create nightmare for neighbors
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Dogs were left chained in the summer heat to die at a home on Detroit's west side. They were covered in maggots and fleas, as they had been decomposing since at least Sunday, at a house on Vicksburg Street. "The smell is terrible," said Angelia McCurrie,...
Neighborhoods Day to bring out 125 community organizations who want a better Detroit
Art fairs, picnics, community cleanups and school supply giveaways are a few of the events planned for the ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day taking place on Saturday, throughout Detroit. This year, a total of 125 groups have signed up to participate in the annual event, said ARISE Detroit! Executive Director Luther Keith. ...