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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...
Pedaling for Change: NSO’s 13th Annual ‘Handlebars for the Homeless’ Supports Detroit’s Homeless Community This Sunday
Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) is gearing up for the 13th annual Handlebars for the Homeless bike tour on Sunday, August 25, 2024. This impactful fundraiser offers cyclists of all skill levels the opportunity to pedal through Detroit on 15-mile and 6-mile routes, all supporting individuals experiencing homelessness. The ride begins at the NSO Bell Building, promising a meaningful community, exercise, and advocacy day.
ESPN's E60 documentary forces Tigers fans to relive Armando Galarraga nightmare
On June 2, 2010, Tigers fans held their breath as Armando Galarraga reached the top of the ninth in a start against the then-Cleveland Indians. He'd been perfect through eight frames. He was just three outs away from the Tigers' first perfect game in franchise history. He got Mark Grudzielanek...
825 lb. Michigan Woman Denied Re-Entry into Her Apartment, Deemed a Fire Hazard
An overweight woman has been denied re-entry at her home because the apartment building's manager deemed her a fire hazard. Juaunia Bates has since been told that management at Westchester Towers in Wayne is working to move her from an 8th floor apartment to a unit on the 1st floor. The 825 lb. woman spent days in the hospital battling lymphedema in her legs. Lymphedema is a condition where an accumulation of fluid builds up to cause swelling.
Mark your calendars: Key school days for Washtenaw parents
Before local youths head off to start the school year, there are some important days for parents to mark down on their calendars. The following school districts each start the year on Monday: Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Manchester, Milan, Saline and Ypsilanti. That means no school on Friday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day weekend.
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,...
Detroit police searching for missing 18-year-old
DETROIT – Detroit police are looking for a missing 18-year-old. Isa Muhammad was last seen on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, in the 14600 block of Lesure Street in Detroit. Muhammad is described as being 6′7′' tall and weighs between 280 to 300 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair.
Michigan GOP selects candidates for key races at convention in Flint
The event follows a leadership dispute at the start of the year. The current head of the party said he wants to unite the party into a winning team. Michigan GOP selects candidates for key races at convention in Flint. The event follows a leadership dispute at the start of...
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which […]
How A Criminal Enterprise Stole $800,000 From Meijer Stores
Retail criminals have gotten better at getting away with their crimes. A group in Michigan targeted Meijer and was able to scam them out of almost $1,000,000. Meijer has suffered over $800,000 in losses due to an organized retail crime scheme that has persisted for several years in Michigan. Court...
Dan Campbell believes the Lions face 'hard decision' on James Houston
As the Lions wrap the preseason and move onto the difficult task of whittling the roster down from 90 to 53 plays by Tuesday afternoon, one of the biggest decisions involves the fate of EDGE James Houston. Based on what head coach Dan Campbell said after the Lions’ preseason win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, it’s not going to be an easy choice with the pass rush specialist.
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