The Detroit News
- Bob Wojnowski: Red Wings assert themselves
[13 Mar 10, 4:02am] The Red Wings always have this no-big-worry look on their faces, shaped by years and years and years (and years and years) of big games. And every now and then, we're reminded why it's there. - Ambulance crew thought Tiger Woods case was domestic violence
[13 Mar 10, 2:12am] The ambulance crew that responded after golfer Tiger Woods crashed his SUV would not allow his wife to ride with him to the hospital because they thought it was a case of domestic violence, documents released Friday by the Florida Highway Patrol show… - Conyers gets Ann Arbor attorney for appeal
[13 Mar 10, 1:37am] Detroit -- Ann Arbor-based attorney Douglas Mullkoff has been appointed to represent former Detroit City Councilwoman Monica Conyers in her appeal of the 37-month prison sentence in the City Hall sludge scandal.
The Detroit Free Press
- LIVE BLOG WITH VIDEO: Kilpatrick: Karmanos, Penske gave me loans
[29 Oct 09, 10:11pm] Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick testified today that he received a $240,000 loan from Roger Penske, Jim Nicholson, Dan Gilbert and Pete Karmanos. - 1 of 3 fugitives nabbed in FBI probe of radical group
[29 Oct 09, 9:43pm] Federal officials arrested one fugitive and asked the public for help in finding two suspects who remain at large, and could be dangerous, after Wednesday's raids of an Islamic fundamentalist group. - Penske, Karmanos respond to Kilpatrick loan
[29 Oct 09, 9:34pm] Roger Penske just issued a statement following the testimony of Kilpatrick this afternoon that he was one of four Detroit-area business leaders who contributed to a $240,000 loan for the ex-mayor:
The Metro Times
- Our Family Wedding
[12 Mar 10, 5:00am] Review by Corey Hall: Welcome to the new post-racial America, where at long last African-Americans and Latinos can star together in a major studio movie every bit as crappy as anything white people have ever done. Our Family Wedding is a minor milest… - She's Out of My League
[12 Mar 10, 5:00am] Review by Jeff Meyers: It's only been 90 minutes since I saw She's Out of My League and I'm already struggling to remember what happened. The movie isn't an entirely unpleasant experience, but whatever goodwill it engenders while… - Remember Me
[12 Mar 10, 5:00am] Review by Corey Hall: With sunken cheeks, ashen complexion and sulky demeanor, Robert Pattinson has become the millennium's first real matinee idol, the skinny-jeans-wearing totem for all things moody and oh-so-goth. Remember Me is his first ear…
Michigan Chronicle
- UNHOLY BLACK MARRIAGE
[16 Aug 09, 5:00am] Last year during Black History Month I spoke before a group of mostly Black executives in a Detroit church about the role of the media in economic transformation, community activism and helping Black businesses grow. This was before anyone could real… - LOCAL HIP HOP ARTIST ORGANIZES MUSIC FESTIVAL
[14 Aug 09, 5:00am] Detroit hip hop artist and activist Khary WAE Fraizer has a lot on his plate nowadays. In addition to being the President of the Detroit chapter of the Hip Hop Congress, a busy community advocate and performing with his band General Population, he… - JOIN DETROIT RECEIVING HOSPITAL FOR COMMUNITY FUN FEST AT BELLE ISLE
[14 Aug 09, 5:00am] Volunteers at the Community Fun Fest help out with visitorsBy Bishop Andre WoodsGalilee Missionary Baptist Church and Interdenominational Assembly of ChurchesCommunity Fun Fest presented by DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, will bring food, fun, heal…
Auto News.com
- Toyota tells U.S. that records werenand#8217;t withheld
[13 Mar 10, 4:43am] Toyota Motor Corp. acknowledged it has never provided sensitive records called the and#8220;books of knowledgeand#8221; to plaintiffs who have sued the company after crashes but also said such documents werenand#8217;t requested or required. - GM reinstatement offers deemed 'more than fair'
[12 Mar 10, 11:11pm] General Motors Co. is imposing no onerous conditions on dealers who it is offering to reinstate, five lawyers said today. - Auto auction purchases fell 6 percent in 2009
[12 Mar 10, 9:36pm] Dealers purchased almost 9 million vehicles at National Auto Auction Association member auctions in 2009, down 6 percent from 2008, according to the auction group's 13th annual survey.
Detroit Funk (Photography)
- West Side Masonic Temple
[13 Mar 10, 4:19am] Photos of a former masonic temple by www.detroitfunk.com - Birmingham Village Players
[11 Mar 10, 10:17am] Come out and see Assassins by Stephen Sondheim – which opens this Friday at Birmingham Village Players and runs through March 28th.SHOW DATESMarch 12, 13, 19, 20, 21*, 26, 27, 28**2 pm performance; all other performances at 8 pmTICKETSTo order… - Walking Packard
[8 Mar 10, 9:31am] Photos from a walk through the Packard Plant by www.detroitfunk.com - Sundown
[7 Mar 10, 9:23pm] Sunset photos in late winter, Brush Park by www.detroitfunk.com - Climbing Brewster
[5 Mar 10, 12:19pm] Photos from the top of south Brewster tower by www.detroitfunk.com
Motor City Blog
- FREE TICKETS/CD: Zechs Marquise - Magic Stick Detroit - 4/3
[13 Mar 10, 12:00am] MCB has a pair of tickets and a copy of the latest release on vinylenter to win - motorcityblog@earthlink.netGet tickets to the April 3rd show at The Magic Stick hereThe Mars Volta sibling band Zechs Marquise hits the road once again supporting RX Ba… - MCB weekend ahead does not include working late today
[12 Mar 10, 9:03pm] well - its 3:47 and time to skip out of the officenot as early as usual but here are a few extra things to do this weekendTonight you could head to Royal Oak for a beer tasting at the old Billing's Feed Bldg on Main St near Lincoln - its called… - Marche du Nain Rouge - Sun March 21st 2010 - 300th Anniversary of Le Nain Rouge of Detroit
[12 Mar 10, 8:27pm] As told to you earlier in the week by SLAW stars Evans and Englishthere will be a parade on Cass Ave on March 21stCheck all the details here http://www.lenainrouge.com/ and check out this old school google scanned book about detroit legendswww.MOTO…
D-Townie
- Exclusive DJ Butter interview!
[24 Jul 09, 3:22pm] Dear readers,Today I am more than pleased to announce that a big name on the Detroit scene kindly accepted my interview. This excellent artist happens to be Barry Yett aka DJ Butter who is notorious for his numerous mixtapes and collaborations on th… - Exclusive interview with Detroit underground emcee Big A!
[9 Jul 09, 7:22am] Who is Big A? Big A is a Detroit underground emcee of Lebanese origins. Deeply rooted into Detroit City, the emcee stays true to his Lebanese heritage. Listen to his say!Big A interview questions1.What motivated you most to get involved into the ra… - Eminem/ Beautiful video review
[3 Jul 09, 10:03am] Global rating of the product:4 starsAny writer who would pendown articles about Marshall Mathers without mentioning his hometown or the Detroit hip hop scene would be in the wrong. Eminem is deeply rooted into Detroit. In his brand new video release…
Michigan Business
- Holland's LG Chem battery plant to begin hiring in 2011, average weekly wage to be $1,093
[13 Mar 10, 2:42am] South Korean battery maker's work force is expected to top 400 in three years. - East Genesee in Saginaw undergoing $4.65 million in construction
[12 Mar 10, 9:33pm] View full sizeJeff Schrier | The Saginaw NewsTraffic is funneled to one lane in each direction on East Genesee near Baum in downtown Saginaw. East Genesee is undergoing a major street, sewer, water main and streetscape construction project.Until Octo… - Wireless Washtenaw in doubt: Federal funding rejected, 20/20 Communications exits deal
[12 Mar 10, 7:19pm] The federal government rejected Wireless Washtenaw’s stimulus funding application - one of several developments that places in doubt six-year-old plans to extend high-speed Internet access to the entire county. The relationship between the county a…
Michigan Education
- Editorial: Race to the Top rejection is a failing grade for Michigan
[12 Mar 10, 4:48pm] Union opposition helped scuttle funding for Race to the Top school reforms. - Michigan awarded $429 million in education stabilization funding to help support jobs
[12 Mar 10, 4:17pm] APMichigan will receive $429 million in education funding. Past education stabilization funds have gone to support Michigan education jobs.Michigan Sen. Carl Levin joined Sen. Debbie Stabenow yesterday in announcing $429 Million in education funding… - Rank hypocrisy over Race to the Top
[12 Mar 10, 3:15pm] There's nothing like being broke to bring out the worst in Michigan.So it shouldn’t come as a shock, I suppose, that lawmakers staged a major destructive freakout last week Michigan failed to qualify for the first round of federal Race to th…
Michigan Politics
- City Comptroller Stan Milanowski, longest-serving elected official in Grand Rapids history, to resign
[12 Mar 10, 8:00pm] Stan Milanowski, 59, said he is leaving to seek higher office, but would not say which one. - Bridgeport resident J.J. Horgan joins race for Saginaw's 95th state House district
[12 Mar 10, 7:50pm] The Saginaw NewsJ.J. Horgan, candidate for the 95th district state representative seat.Bridgeport Township resident and former Saginaw County Democratic Party Chairman J.J. Horgan has thrown his hat into the race for the 95th District state represent… - Grass roots effort encourages Congress to pass additional weeks of federal unemployment benefits
[12 Mar 10, 7:19pm] APAn Internet forum for unemployed people is starting a call-in campaign to encourage Congress to provide additional weeks of federal unemployment benefits.There has been a lot written about what the Senate jobs bill passed this week really does for…
Michigan Living
- PODCAST: Looking forward to spring Michigan craft beer releases, including KBS from Founders Brewing Co.
[12 Mar 10, 8:50pm] Warmer weather means the return of some of our favorites and possibly some new ones. - Fishing report: Rain, warm temperatures bringing ice fishing season to a close
[12 Mar 10, 4:45pm] Anglers are reminded that walleye season on inland waters will end Monday but the Great Lakes, including Saginaw Bay, remain open year-round, the DNRE said Wednesday. - WITH MENU: Arcadia Ales is next in Salt of the Earth's Michigan Wine and Beer dinner series
[12 Mar 10, 4:00pm] FENNVILLE - Thursday, March 25 is “Pub Night” at Salt of the Earth.The six course dinner, this time featuring beers from Arcadia Ales in Battle Creek, is the sixth in the restaurant's four-month Michigan Wine and Beer Series.
Michigan Outdoors
- Fishing report: Rain, warm temperatures bringing ice fishing season to a close
[12 Mar 10, 4:45pm] Anglers are reminded that walleye season on inland waters will end Monday but the Great Lakes, including Saginaw Bay, remain open year-round, the DNRE said Wednesday. - Cox, Camp set Asian carp summit Monday at SVSU
[9 Mar 10, 10:01pm] U.S. Rep. Dave Camp and state Attorney General Mike Cox will host a town hall meeting at Saginaw Valley State University on the threat of Asian carp to the Great Lakes. The event is set from 11 a.m. to... - Michigan investigation ends with poaching sentences
[9 Mar 10, 1:29am] A St. Clair County man has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for wildlife violations.Fifty-year-old Jerry Gordon of Clay Township was sentenced last week after pleading guilty to illegal possession of a lake sturgeon, illegal sale of sport-caught fis…
Michigan Travel
- Allegiant Airlines offers two-for-one tickets to Vegas from Grand Rapids
[12 Mar 10, 12:31pm] Grand Rapids is one of about 40 cities in which travelers can buy an air and hotel package from Allegiant Air and receive a free round-trip plane ticket for one companion. - Fourth floor of Grand Rapids airport parking ramp opens
[11 Mar 10, 12:41pm] Approximately 900 additional long-term spaces are now available. - Detroit-area exhibits showcase Muslim world
[9 Mar 10, 11:33am] Take a trek across the Arab world through a couple of new Detroit-area museum exhibits. One is focused on the rich and varied art of the region, the other on the unexpected roots of your morning cup of Joe.
Wayne County
- Hundreds honor slain police officer
[12 Mar 10, 8:57pm] Mourners gathered by the hundreds this morning for the funeral of James Bonneau, the 26-year-old Canton native who died Tuesday in a shootout. - Laura Berman: Kilpatrick sets out to rehab image
[12 Mar 10, 7:37pm] The doctor is in. Kwame Kilpatrick's new spokesman, Mike Paul, is a high-profile New York public relations man who touts himself as "The Reputation Doctor" and specializes in crisis management. - Fatal Detroit fires spark debate over utilities theft
[12 Mar 10, 7:32pm] DTE Energy is pushing for a package of laws that would stiffen penalties for energy thieves and make it more difficult to set up utility service at sites where theft has occurred.
Oakland County
- Trucks, soccer to open new Silverdome era
[12 Mar 10, 2:42pm] Pontiac -- The idled Silverdome will reopen April 17 with a "Domination in the Dome" monster truck event and international soccer tournament in May, its new owners said Thursday. - Hunger has no boundaries
[12 Mar 10, 2:42pm] Oak Park -- Inside the 14,000-square-foot warehouse in Oak Park, people move pallets stacked with bags containing a mash of dried soybeans, a chicken-flavored vitamin powder, rice and dehydrated vegetables. - Oakland briefs
[12 Mar 10, 6:00am] Ferndale; Rochester Hills
Macomb County
- Man sought in theft, shooting at St. Clair Shores store
[12 Mar 10, 10:59pm] St. Clair Shores -- Police are searching for a man they say lifted a six-pack of beer from a 7-Eleven store early Thursday and fired shots at a customer who tried to foil his escape. - Saturday meeting scheduled on Macomb voting districts
[12 Mar 10, 9:13pm] Mount Clemens -- The Macomb County Apportionment Commission has called a special meeting for 9 a.m. Saturday to discuss a plan for redrawing the county's voting districts. - Family pleads for tips in strangling of elderly Warren man
[12 Mar 10, 8:19pm] Warren -- Family members of an elderly man found strangled in his home last month pleaded with the public today for tips to help track down his killer.
Crain's Detroit Business News
- AFL-CIO endorses Democratic gubernatorial candidate Virg Bernero
[12 Mar 10, 8:09pm] The Michigan AFL-CIO on Friday endorsed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Virg Bernero, igniting a battle for union endorsements in the race. - Michigan earns kudos from Trade & Industry Development magazine for economic development successes
[12 Mar 10, 7:15pm] Seven Michigan Economic Development Corp.-supported projects have been recognized in the fifth annual Trade & Industry Development magazine economic development awards competition, Gov. Jennifer Granholm said today in a statement. - Michigan banks flat in national ratings
[12 Mar 10, 5:44pm] The quarterly ratings of the nation's banks by Florida-based BauerFinancial Inc. are out, and they show modest slippage by Michigan banks based on a review of filing with federal regulators.
Ann Arbor News
- One person killed in 3-car crash that closed US-23 in both directions
[13 Mar 10, 12:44am] One person was killed and another was taken to the hospital following a three-car crash on US-23 that shut down the freeway in both directions during rush hour Friday afternoon, the Pittsfield Township Fire Department said....... - Saline man meets rescuers who saved his life after crash
[12 Mar 10, 10:41pm] Ryan Sheets doesn't remember what happened, but he knows he owes his life to five men who lifted an SUV off him. Until Thursday, he had never met them. The Holland Sentinel has a story about that meeting, at which...... - Case against convicted sex offender Matthew Freeman dismissed
[12 Mar 10, 10:41pm] Washtenaw County prosecutors dropped a criminal charge today against a young Pittsfield Township sex offender who was accused of illegally living near a school. Matthew Freeman, 23, was charged in August with a school safety zone residency violation,…
Flint Area News
- Does 'under God' belong in the Pledge of Allegiance?
[13 Mar 10, 1:48am] Atheist Michael Newdow sued on behalf of his daughter, who went to a public school and was taught the Pledge. The "under God" part, he argued, constituted an endorsement of a specific religion. - Elder Abuse Task Force investigating Beard Street adult foster care facility
[12 Mar 10, 11:26pm] FLINT, Michigan — Authorities are investigating an adult foster care provider after the deaths of two elderly women under her care. - Southern Genesee County school district students score at or above state standards in MEAP; Flint Community Schools students also post gains
[12 Mar 10, 10:50pm] Genesee County students are making progress compared to their statewide peers, after scoring better on math and reading in the Michigan Educational Assessment Program tests this school year.
The Oakland Press
- Boyfriend found guilty for fatally beating teen
[12 Mar 10, 10:02pm] ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — An Ann Arbor man has been found guilty of beating his teenage girlfriend to death and leaving her in the snow. - Woman admits stealing nearly $950,000 from bank
[12 Mar 10, 8:32pm] GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — A one-time bank employee in the Grand Rapids area has pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $950,000. - Mich. reading scores improve, other results mixed
[12 Mar 10, 7:53pm] LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan’s public elementary and middle school students have improved their reading scores on standardized tests.
Berkley Local News
- Kobylarz to face recall
[12 Mar 10, 7:22pm] The nerve-racking part is over. - Layoffs today for 2 Milford cops
[12 Mar 10, 5:38pm] The budget crisis at the Milford Police Department has claimed its first two casualties. - Hundreds turn out in Canton for fallen officer's funeral
[12 Mar 10, 4:16pm] They came from Chicago and Canton, from Jackson and Warren. They were there from Muskegon and Livonia, all with the same purpose.
Jackson/Lansing Business
- On the job with Lydia Said
[12 Mar 10, 3:47pm] What are your daily duties?I tag and price merchandise, check in consignments for people, manage all the other employees when the owner is away and make sure they are doing their jobs, train new employees and run the cash register.Lydia... - Wireless phone store MobilityWebTv on its way to Jackson
[12 Mar 10, 3:44pm] A new wireless phone store is coming soon to Jackson. MobilityWebTv, an authorized AT&T retailer, will be hosting a soft opening March 26 at its AT&T store in Jackson Crossing. The store will have a sales service center and stations..… - Consumers Energy customers may pay a little less on electric bills this summer, pending MPSC ruling
[11 Mar 10, 9:50pm] Consumers EnergyConsumers Energy customers could be paying a little less on their electric bills starting this summer, pending a decision from the Michigan Public Service Commission. Consumers Energy submitted a plan Wednesday on how to repa…
Canton Local News
- Hundreds turn out in Canton for fallen officer's funeral
[12 Mar 10, 4:16pm] They came from Chicago and Canton, from Jackson and Warren. They were there from Muskegon and Livonia, all with the same purpose.
Farmington Local News
- Compelling reasons to file annual tax returns
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] A recent press release caught my eye. In big, bold letters it said the IRS has $40 million for Michiganians who have not filed their 2006 tax return. - Mercy presents popular musical,‘Annie'
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] Hard times, orphaned children, con artists and a benevolent billionaire all make up Mercy High School's offering this year for its spring musical Annie. - 31-year-old Great Scott case goes to the jury
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] An Oakland County Circuit Court jury will reconvene Thursday as they deliberate whether to convict one of two suspects in the 1979 shooting of a clerk at what was the Great Scott supermarket on Orchard Lake at 10 Mile.
Garden City Local News
- Bunny business: Her rabbit makes house calls
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] For four years, Kelly Miller has thrilled youngsters in her role as the Easter Bunny at the Maplewood Community Center. Now she's has expanded her role in a new business — an Easter Bunny that makes house calls. - 2010 BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] If Sports Venue Bar & Grill resembles the TV show Cheers, it is by owner Laurie Correll's design. - Firefighters flip flapjacks for Lions Club
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] Fourteen years is a long time to flip pancakes, according to Fire Chief Bill Forbush, who readily admits that he isn't much of a chef.
Livonia Local News
- community Calendar
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] The Community Calendar runs in the Livonia Observer as space permits. Nonprofit groups and community organizations are welcome to submit news of upcoming events. Please include a daytime telephone number and contact person. Mail, fax or e-mail inform… - Kirksey: Budget requires cost cuts
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] Mayor Jack Kirksey said the city's 2011 budget will require “significant operational cost cutting and broad-based employee give-backs” to create a savings that best meets the needs of residents and employees. - Increased class sizes, reduced busing on list of cuts
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] Increasing class sizes, reducing bus transportation and raising lunch prices and pay-to-participate fees were among the initial recommendations Superintendent Randy Liepa made to the Livonia school board Monday for 2010-11 to help offset a projected…
Redford Local News
- Kobylarz to face recall
[12 Mar 10, 7:22pm] The nerve-racking part is over.
Rochester Local News
- Picture perfect
[28 Feb 10, 5:00am] By Wensdy Von Buskirk - About Women to Work
[28 Feb 10, 5:00am] The Jewish Vocational Services Women to Work Program has been around for almost 30 years.
Southfield Local News
- The untold tale of the West
[7 Mar 10, 5:00am] By Barry CutlerCORRESPONDENTAs the Irish prepare to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, The Farmington Players Barn is honoring their heritage with the play, From The Mountains of Mourne to the Mines of Montana. It is a little known tale of “The W… - Driver knows the pain of privatization
[7 Mar 10, 5:00am] ROYAL OAK — This is Sheryl Butler's first year as a bus driver for the School District of the City of Royal Oak, but it's beginning to feel like she's traveled this route before. - Families fret over school bus cuts
[7 Mar 10, 5:00am] ROYAL OAK — LaShawn Walker is a divorced mother with neither a job nor a reliable vehicle. With the school board voting unanimously earlier this month to eliminate bus transportation for general education students, Walker is wondering how she'…
South Lyon Local News
- Warrant issued after no-show
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] Gannett News Service - Rooted in luck
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] The luck of the Irish is in South Lyon preparing for a green St. Patrick's Day next week. And you don't have to be Irish to join in the tradition. All you really need is a lucky shamrock. - Major water main repairs shelved
[11 Mar 10, 5:00am] A deadlocked city council brought South Lyon's water main repairs to a halt Monday night, preventing city officials from moving forward with the $5.1 million water main replacement project.
Jackson Area News
- Canton and Jackson say goodbye to one of their own, Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau
[13 Mar 10, 5:21am] Citizen Patriot • Jeremiah WilsonOfficers salute as the hearse carrying fallen Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau passes by on its way to the grave site on Friday afternoon in Canton Township.Friday's funeral for slain Jackson Police Officer… - Hundreds of officers from around the state pay respects to Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau
[13 Mar 10, 5:13am] Citizen Patriot • Katie RauschJackson Police Department officers walk single file into St. Michael Lutheran Church to pay their respects to fallen Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau on Friday morning in Canton Township.CANTON &am… - A somber salute: More than 1,000 attend funeral for slain Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau
[13 Mar 10, 5:02am] Citizen Patriot • Jeremiah WilsonBlackman Township Public Safety Officer Darin McIntosh salutes along with other officers as the casket of fallen Jackson Police Officer James Bonneau is placed in a hearse at the conclusion of his funeral on Friday…
Muskegon Area News
- Home safe! A joyful celebration greets Muskegon's 180th Transportation Company's reservists
[13 Mar 10, 3:05am] Seven of the 42 soldiers in the 180th Transportation Co. deployed to Iraq are women. - Failed culvert closes portion of Sternberg Road in Fruitport Township
[12 Mar 10, 7:46pm] Courtesy Muskegon County Road CommissionSternberg Road, between Carr and Cooley roads, was closed Friday after a culvert failed. The half-mile stretch of road in Fruitport Township could be closed for up to two weeks, a Muskegon County Road Commissio… - MEAP math and reading scores climb, state education officials say
[12 Mar 10, 3:13pm] Students continue to make strides in math and reading, state education officials said today in releasing Michigan Educational Assessment Program test results.The standardized test’s math exam was passed by 95 percent of third-graders, 92 percent of…