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Melvindale mayor seeks to censor city officials’ social media posts
MELVINDALE – Mayor Nicole Shkira said she would like to establish a policy that would suppress what city council members say about police officers, city employees and her on social media. A study session will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 in the council chambers at city hall,...
“Like a second home…” Community says goodbye to beloved downriver bowling alley after nearly 80 years
Friday (8/23) was the final day for Biddle Bowl, at Biddle Avenue and Labadie Street. It opened in 1948. The family has sold the bowling alley, and it will be turned it into a storage facility.
International record-breaking haunted attraction in Pontiac seeking scare actors for fall
One of the nation’s biggest, top-rated haunted attractions will reopen next month. It’s right here in metro Detroit, and it needs you to help make it a screaming good time. Erebus, located in downtown Pontiac, will return for its 25th season on Friday, Sept. 13, and it’s currently accepting applications to join its...
Detroit man charged in August 2023 wrong-way crash on I-75 that killed one, injured another
Damien Thomas, 42, was arraigned Friday (8/23) for Operating While Intoxicated Causing Death and Reckless Driving Causing Death. The crash killed Drasan Clanton, 27 of Hazel Park, and injured another 27-year-old Detroit man.
Detroit police searching for missing 58-year-old man
DETROIT – Detroit police are looking for a missing 58-year-old man. Kelvin Anderson was last seen on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, in the 2900 block of Baldwin Street. Police said he left home and has not returned. He was last seen wearing a white hat, red, white, and blue flannel shirt, and black pants. He was carrying a black and gray backpack.
Ann Arbor Shelter Care for 30 Abandoned Birds as Part of Record Influx
The Humane Society of Huron Valley, based near Ann Arbor, is currently taking care of 30 abandoned birds, including 26 parakeets and four cockatiels, after they were found early Monday morning. As per The Detroit News, these birds were found in a cardboard cat carrier and an entirely separate cage, left outside the shelter's adoptions entrance.
Michigan Football position battles one week from kickoff
Where do things stand with some of Michigan Football's most important position battles with no more Saturdays left before game day?. It is well-dissected at this point, but while we are close to closure, we may not be there yet. There continue to be differing opinions among those around the...
Season preview: Michigan football will try to repeat without familiar faces
ANN ARBOR — College football's defending national champion has a lot of new faces in important places. Michigan promoted Sherrone Moore to replace Jim Harbaugh, who bolted to coach the Los Angeles Chargers. A new quarterback, perhaps Alex Orji, will take snaps in place of J.J. McCarthy. The offensive line does not have one returning starter after six players from last year's unit landed with NFL teams.
Hot Pots on Plymouth Rd.
A Chinese hot-pot restaurant that opened in May is already garnering dozens of five-star reviews online. Palace Tang—named for imperial China’s ruling dynasty of the seventh through ninth centuries—occupies a former Panera spot in the mini-mall on Plymouth Rd. that also includes Mochinut and Kimchi Box. Owner Eric Zhao, who credits the new orange interior…
At the MikeShake Factory, Dan Reese Holds Two Jobs
The new MilkShake Factory near Westgate seems like a straightforward store for sweets: shakes, sundaes, and sheets of chocolate, seven days a week. But there’s a lot going on behind the scenes, because the franchise owner also happens to be the fast-growing company’s president. Dan Reese, a marketing executive educated at MSU and Duke, left…
Detroit Man Struck by His Own Vehicle on I-75 Following Collision
Early yesterday morning, a harrowing incident unfolded on I-75 as a Detroit man was hit by his own car following a collision. According to Fox 2 Detroit, the 31-year-old's vehicle had broken down on the southbound side of the freeway. While he was standing outside his Chevrolet Impala, which was stalled in the right lane near Sibley in Brownstown, the car was struck by a Ford Focus.
Michigan Wolverines: ESPN Analyst Says “No One Respects Michigan And The Wolverines Have A New Chip On Their Shoulder”
Michigan finally won its first outright national title last season since 1948, and for a team that just brought home the trophy, not many people are high on the squad this upcoming season. The Wolverines lost head coach Jim Harbaugh, quarterback J.J. McCarthy, and most of their starters to the...
Spotlight on the News: Inside the Detroit Jazz Festival; new international water leader
WXYZ DETROIT — On Sunday, August 25, Spotlight on the News will get you ready for the 45th Detroit Jazz Festival with DJF Foundation President & Artistic Director Chris Collins. We'll also introduce you to Cheryl Porter, the historic new President of the international American Water Works Association. Spotlight...
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