Tag: Detroit
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Detroit City Football Club Announces Plans for New Stadium in Corktown
Detroit City Football Club (DCFC) has unveiled plans to construct a soccer-specific stadium in Corktown, marking a significant development for the team and the community. The announcement was made by the team’s CEO, Sean Mann, on Thursday, outlining the ambitious project set to revitalize the long-abandoned Southwest Detroit Hospital site at Michigan Avenue and 20th…
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New Technology to Combat Wrong-Way Driving in Metro Detroit
In a bid to address the persistent issue of wrong-way driving incidents in Metro Detroit, new technology is being introduced on several freeways, including Interstate 75 (I-75) in Lincoln Park. The recent implementation follows a series of tragic accidents, including one that claimed two lives in Lincoln Park. Wrong-Way Driving Detection Systems Installation The Michigan…
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South Leads Fastest-Growing Cities in the U.S. Census Data Reveals
The U.S. Census Bureau’s latest data, released on Thursday, continues to highlight the dominance of Southern cities in terms of population growth. With thirteen out of the fifteen fastest-growing cities in the United States situated in the South, this region is experiencing significant demographic shifts. Particularly notable is the resurgence of Detroit, Michigan, which has…
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Devastation Strikes Portage, Michigan: Tornado Aftermath
In the aftermath of severe storms that swept through southwestern Michigan’s Kalamazoo County, Portage residents are left to pick up the pieces following widespread destruction. Despite the devastation, the community finds solace in the absence of fatalities or serious injuries. Extent of Damage Nearly 50 homes lay in ruins, with dozens more severely damaged as…
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Gordie Howe International Bridge Nears Completion
With just 85 feet remaining to be constructed, the Gordie Howe International Bridge, linking Detroit and Windsor, is poised to become a vital thoroughfare between the United States and Canada. Expected to cost $6.1 billion upon completion, this monumental infrastructure project spans 1.5 miles, with a significant portion suspended above the Detroit River. Connecting Nations…
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Macomb Township Family Erects Billboard to Raise Awareness about Fentanyl Dangers
A Macomb Township family, devastated by the loss of their 17-year-old son, Michael Filippelli, to a fatal dose of fentanyl, has taken a proactive step to raise awareness about the dangers of the drug. Just two days before his 18th birthday, Michael tragically passed away after unknowingly consuming a pill containing 100% fentanyl on February…
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Suspects Leave Restaurant Without Paying in Shelby Township, Michigan
Two individuals reportedly left a restaurant in Shelby Township, Michigan, without settling their bill, prompting the Shelby Township Police Department to seek public assistance in identifying them. According to authorities, the incident occurred at an unspecified restaurant in Shelby Township. The individuals allegedly departed without paying for their meal, leading the restaurant staff to notify…
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Expert Testifies on Zion Foster’s Death: Marijuana and LSD Overdoses Not Possible
Forensic Pathologist Leigh Hlavaty, testifying in the trial of Jaylin Brazier accused of killing his cousin Zion Foster, provided insights that challenge claims regarding Foster’s cause of death. While the prosecution presented evidence indicating drug use, Hlavaty refuted the possibility of marijuana and LSD overdoses, shedding light on Foster’s medical history and the circumstances surrounding…
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Livingston County Sheriff Implements ‘Red Flag’ Law
Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy, who previously criticized Michigan’s red flag gun law, has now enforced it, marking a significant turnaround in his stance on the legislation. Despite earlier labeling the law as unconstitutional and expressing reluctance to uphold it, Sheriff Murphy recently utilized it, underlining the complexities surrounding gun regulation in the state. Background…
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Former Park Ranger Betty Reid Soskin Honored with Honorary Doctorate
HAYWARD, Calif. – Betty Reid Soskin, a beloved former park ranger and iconic figure in the Bay Area, was bestowed with an honorary degree during a graduation ceremony at Cal State East Bay in Hayward. On Saturday, the 102-year-old Soskin, adorned in cap and gown and seated in a wheelchair, graced the stage to accept…
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Former Clinton Township Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Misusing Law Enforcement System
MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – John Hreno, a former Clinton Township police officer, has pleaded guilty to misusing the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN), resulting in a 93-day misdemeanor charge. The incident, uncovered during a Michigan State Police audit, has drawn attention to the misuse of crucial law enforcement resources. Guilty Plea and Sentencing Hreno, 36,…
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Eastpointe Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Boyfriend Over Infidelity
An Eastpointe woman was arrested by local authorities following a violent altercation with her boyfriend on Monday night. The incident, which occurred in the 24000 block of Valley, involved multiple stab wounds inflicted upon the male victim, reportedly in response to allegations of infidelity. Altercation Escalates to Violence According to reports from the Eastpointe police…
