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Detroit Evening Report: New early childhood center opens on Detroit’s east side
Community stakeholders, dignitaries and residents held a ribbon cutting ceremony this week to celebrate the opening of the new McClellan Early Childhood Center on Detroit’s east side. Located on the site where Detroit Public Schools’ Pingree Elementary once operated, the 15,000-square-foot facility features eight classrooms that are providing 96...
Remembering James Duderstadt: Former University of Michigan President and Visionary Leader Passes at 81
James Duderstadt, the former President of the University of Michigan renowned for his dedication to technology and innovation, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 81, CBS News Detroit reports. His tenure as the 11th president of the university stretched from 1988 to 1996 and was marked by significant growth and modernization of the institution.
Sharpshooting free agent could be next Simone Fontecchio for Pistons
Troy Weaver didn’t have a lot of highlights from his time as GM of the Detroit Pistons. But one of them came last season when he traded Kevin Knox and a second-round pick for Simone Fontecchio. Fontecchio didn’t even join the NBA until his was 27 but has improved...
Dearborn Schools offers senior residents free admission to most home sporting events
DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools is continuing its tradition of encouraging senior citizen residents to attend school events by offering free admission and other special discounts via the Premier Citizen Discount Card. District residents over the age of 60 can stop in to any Dearborn Public School or the...
Federal judge extends deadline for investigation into former Detroit CFO
DETROIT – A federal judge has extended a deadline for prosecutors to investigate the former Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO William Smith. According to a court filing, the extension allows negotiations to continue for a possible plea deal. Smith is accused of stealing nearly $40 million from the non-profit in...
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,...
Tigers SS Javier Báez placed on injured list with hip, spine inflammation
CHICAGO (AP) — The Detroit Tigers placed shortstop Javier Báez on the 10-day injured list on Friday with right hip and lumbar spine inflammation. Manager A.J. Hinch said they will know more about the injury after Báez undergoes more tests. Báez, who made his return to Wrigley...
City of Detroit's tree removal program faces cash crunch
(CBS DETROIT) — The City of Detroit's program to help residents remove dead or dangerous trees is so popular that it may run out of money. As beautiful as they are, we know the significant problems large trees can cause during bad weather. "Luckily, I've been proactive and taking down branches before any of those major problems happen," said landlord Branden Bufford.Bufford, who lives in Chicago, owns 11 rental properties in Detroit and is well aware of the high cost of tree removal."You are able to make money by being a landlord. However, you cut into probably all of your savings by...
Detroit Red Wings legend Pavel Datsyuk under international scrutiny for hall of fame nomination
This afternoon a new piece of news has come out that has placed Russian forward Pavel Datsyuk under fire ahead of his potential Hockey Hall of Fame induction. Today Detroit Red Wings legend is under severe scrutiny in a moment where normally he would be celebrated. The longtime NHLer is most known for his insane dekes and incredible hockey IQ. However, today a post on X by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress called out Pavel Datsyuk for his recent support of Russian troops in their war against Ukraine.
The Lions just got a huge advantage for Week 1 against the Rams and it could get bigger
The Detroit Lions are just a little over two weeks from starting the 2024 season with a big game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football. On Friday the Lions got a big advantage when the league announced that Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson has been suspended for the ...
3 Detroit Lions who could end up on the trade block before Week 1
All along, with the talent they have in place, it's been easy to confidently project most of what the Detroit Lions' 53-man roster will look like going into the season. On Tuesday, via Lions Wire, head coach Dan Campbell put on a number on how many available roster spots there are.
Izaiah Wright, Graham Junge head list of top offensive talents
Monroe County Region players could post some staggering offensive numbers in 2024 – even if they just duplicate what they did last year. On top of the list of Monroe County Region players to watch in 2024 are Gibraltar Carlson running back Izaiah Wright and Flat Rock quarterback Graham Junge. ...
Could Michigan football flip a blue-chip cornerback from Auburn?
It hasn't been a great week for Michigan football on the recuriting trail as the Wolverines lost their top-ranked commitment in the 2025 class to Auburn. That's Nate Marshall and the No. 49 overall recruit in the 2025 class is a 6-foot-4, 260-pound defensive lineman who committed in April but flipped to the Tigers.
U-M Regent Jordan Acker's Message: Those Who Harass Me, 'You Will Not Remove This Public Jew From Public Life'
The Michigan Democratic convention in Lansing on Saturday had its contentious moments centering on the war in Gaza and University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker, who is Jewish. At one point, during the National Anthem, a woman started shouting at Acker, a Southfield attorney, about deaths of babies in Gaza...
$12M project to fix Barton Dam problems moving forward in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, MI — A costly fix is coming for problems with Ann Arbor’s Barton Dam on the Huron River. City Council voted 10-0 on Monday, Aug. 19, to approve a $9.4 million contract with Michels Construction for an embankment remediation project for the dam built in 1913.
Two Michigan Wolverines named to top-100 list of transfers in college football ahead of 2024 season
In this day and age of college football, recruiting players out of the transfer portal is just as important — some would argue it’s even more important — as recruiting high school prospects. The Michigan Wolverines have been very accepting of the portal the last few years, as players like Olu Oluwatimi, Drake Nugent, LaDarius Henderson, Josh Wallace, AJ Barner and more have found success in Ann Arbor.
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