After a multi-state benefit concert scheme scammed organizations – including a Michigan LGBT group – out of thousands, two men face prison time.
Author: Aleanna Siacon, Detroit Free Press
1,000 toys displayed at a Michigan church take aim at US immigration policy
The dolls and stuffed animals at First United Methodist Church is meant to convey “the enormity” of family separation policies, the organizer said.
‘Zombie’ deer disease will be ‘virtually impossible’ to get rid of if not kept in check, experts warn
If chronic wasting disease in Michigan deer isn’t kept in check it could be’virtually impossible’ to get rid of, experts warn.
‘Still not afraid’: Eminem takes to Twitter to celebrate 11 years of sobriety
Rapper Eminem took to Twitter on Saturday to celebrate 11 years of sobriety.
Detroit police officer attends breathalyzer training intoxicated
Officials confirm that an internal investigation is underway after a Detroit police officer came to state police training with alcohol in his system.
‘He has a heart of gold’: 12-year-old filling potholes in Michigan goes viral
A Facebook video showing a 12-year-old boy filling up potholes on a Muskegon Heights street has garnered more than 50,000 views.
EPA ban on popular toxic paint strippers: What to know
Prior to the EPA’s announced ban on methylene chloride sales to consumers, a national campaign to stop sales had already been appealing to retailers.
Rock star Jack White donates $10,000 to help restore Negro Leagues ballpark near Detroit
Detroit rocker and baseball fan Jack White donated $10,000 to help restore one of the last remaining Negro Leagues ballparks, Hamtramck Stadium.
Report: WWE star Jimmy Uso arrested by Detroit police
Jonathan Fatu, known in the WWE as Jimmy Uso, was arrested this week in Detroit during a traffic stop, according to a report.
Why utility customers were told to turn down the heat during cold polar vortex
Consumers Energy and DTE Energy in Michigan are asking customers to voluntarily reduce their natural gas and electricity use during the polar vortex.