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7 Social Issues Affecting Detroit’s African American Community

Detroit’s African American community has long faced a variety of social issues that affect their quality of life and opportunities for advancement. In this blog, we will explore some of the most pressing challenges that community members encounter, while also highlighting the resilience and strength within this...
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COMMUNITY VOICES — A Message to Our Next Mayor: Economic Justice Is Good for...

Detroit has long been a city of invention and reinvention. It’s a tradition that has attracted talent to our city, birthed businesses and entrepreneurs, and given us the hallowed reputation as gritty innovators. From auto capital to bankruptcy survivor to tech and design hub, we know what it means to build, attract,...
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Warren man charged in connection with running human trafficking ring from jail: sheriff

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said Ryan Wafford, 33, is charged with two counts of human trafficking and one count of prostitution/accepting earnings. An Oakland County SWAT team arrested him at his home on Friday.
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The Best Classic Hamburger in Michigan Has Been Revealed

A family-owned spot that's been flipping sliders since 1929 is getting national attention for serving Michigan’s best classic hamburger.
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AG Nessel announces felony charges in counterfeit fragrance operation

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced felony charges against four Michigan men for their alleged involvement in a large-scale counterfeit product operation. The criminal enterprise is accused of operating for years across both Amazon and Walmart online marketplaces, specializing in the...
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Convicted Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Embezzler Wants to Delay Reporting to Prison For ‘Medical’ Reasons

William A. Smith, former CFO of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy who embezzled more than $40 million, wants to delay reporting to prison to begin serving his 19 year sentence. His attorneys Gerald Evelyn and Robert Higbee asked that U.S. District Judge Susan DeClercq delay his reporting date and keep their...
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Michigan Eatery Serves The ‘Best Breakfast’ In The Entire State

Breakfast isn’t just the first meal of the day—it’s a beloved ritual for millions in Michigan. In a state celebrated for its diverse culinary scene, from upscale brunch spots in Ann Arbor to cozy diners in Detroit, choosing the eatery that holds the crown for the ‘Best Breakfast’ is no small feat.
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114-Year-Old Michigan Woman Credits Her Long Life to a Very Surprising Food

I love seeing news stories where people that have lived a very long life share what they did to make it that far. The reasons they give are never eating all of their vegetables, or working out three times a week, instead they swear it's because of things like drinking a beer every day or something that is deemed...
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People pack downtown Detroit

Downtown Detroit on this hot Friday means congestion on the streets and congestion on the sidewalks. Thousands of people packed the downtown area, some heading to Rib Fest, a bar to watch the Lions, or Comerica Park.
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Opium Dens in Michigan – a Way to Escape: 1800s to…..?

Most major cities across America had hidden opium dens...Michigan was no exception...

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