Joe Biden selects Kamala Harris as his running mate

Joe Biden announced that he has selected Kamala Harris as his running mate. The announcement was made Tuesday evening on Biden’s Twitter account. “I have the great honor to announce that I’ve picked @KamalaHarris — a fearless fighter for the little guy, and one of the country’s finest public servants — as my running mate.…

Here’s what Michigan school districts have planned for the fall amid the pandemic

In-person instruction has been put on hold for K-12 schools in Michigan since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hit in March. As COVID-19 cases increased at a rapid pace again in July and into August, school districts are deciding how — and if — they will resume in-person classes in the fall. July 23, 2020 —…

Beloved homeless man killed in Birmingham hit-and-run crash

A homeless man beloved by business owners in Birmingham was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while crossing the road, police said. Birmingham police said the man was killed overnight Friday while crossing Woodward Avenue at Forest Avenue, near Maple Road. The 40-year-old man lived in Birmingham for more than a decade, business owners…

Big Ten football postponed, but a double season in 2021 leaves many questions

Big Ten Conference announcement canceling fall sports big on impact, small on details. What about spring football and 2021 fall season?         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

GM’s Dhivya Suryadevara resigns; John Stapleton named acting CFO

After two years in the role, GM’s first female CFO resigns from the post to take job with Stripe, an online payments company.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Gov. Whitmer expresses support for Kamala Harris as vice presidential nominee

The Michigan governor, who has been mentioned as a possible VP pick for Joe Biden, said on Twitter that she is ‘proud to support’ Sen. Kamala Harris.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Black-owned businesses help Metro Detroit parents with back-to-school decision

As we continue to highlight businesses for Black Owned Business Month, we’re taking a look at education. A lot of parents are dealing with the decision to send kids back to school or do virtual learning in the fall. Two local black-owned tutoring companies want to make it easier for you. “Actually, I was doing…

Detroit police investigating after 2 shot during altercation on DDOT bus

Police are investigating after two people were shot during an altercation on a DDOT bus on Monday in Detroit. The shooting happened at 5:46 p.m. in the area of Mack and Mt Elliot. A 19-year-old suspect was involved in an altercation with his brother, 20, on a DDOT bus. Police said the suspect fired shots,…

2000 Division in Detroit’s Eastern Market to be renovated, used as modern office space

2000 Division, just east of the Dequindre Cut in Eastern Market, will become a multi-level office space and is expected to be completed by the end of 2020. The existing building had different sections built at different times from the 1920s to the 1950s. It has been vacant for several years, and has previously been…

Gretchen Whitmer for VP? Here are pros, cons of putting her on Biden ticket

A trip to Delaware has people talking up Gov. Whitmer’s chances. Here are the pros and cons of adding her to the Democratic ticket in the fall.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Big Ten football canceling will be a gut punch. I wish they were able to wait longer | Opinion

Now, that the Big Ten is expected to cancel its football season, according to Free Press sources — I’m disappointed and dejected.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Thunderstorms, wind gusts up to 60 mph predicted for metro Detroit

National Weather Service Detroit has considered southeast Michigan at a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms that are expected to begin at 4 p.m.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus in Michigan: Here’s what to know Aug. 9, 2020

Here’s everything you should know about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Michigan. New order on masks — for kids Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive order requiring children and workers to wear face masks at Michigan childcare centers, camps. Executive Order 2020-164 was issued in response to coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreaks at these types of…

Nurses union pickets over contract negotiations at Ascension Rochester

The OPEIU Local 40 Nurses Union were out Sunday at Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital. The union picketed over what they call bad-faith negotiations and accused the hospital of union busting, putting financial pressure on nurses by not deducting dues. The union said it’s been almost a year since contract negotiations started. Ascension released the following…

Detroit hit-and-run leaves pedestrian in critical condition

Police are looking for the driver of a Polaris Slingshot that was involved in a hit-and-run Sunday morning. According to authorities, the crash happened at about 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of Greenfield and Schoolcraft roads. Police said the victim was crossing the street when they were struck. The driver stopped briefly, police said, before…

Spencer Turnbull keeps Detroit Tigers close, Miguel Cabrera clutch in 2-1 win over Pirates

The Detroit Tigers swept the three-game series Sunday, 2-1, against the Pittsburgh Pirates behind seven innings from Spencer Turnbull.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

The Stooges’ most infamous performance comes back to life, thanks to unearthed tapes

An old myth dies and new ones emerge with tapes from the Goose Lake rock festival — leading to an album released by Jack White’s Third Man Records.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Worthy’s challenge: Reform criminal justice while protecting crime victims

Swept to office four terms ago as a reformer, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy isn’t done yet.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

Detroit police seek missing 27-year-old woman last seen Friday

Police are looking for a missing 27-year-old woman who was last seen Friday. According to authorities, Sarah Clark was last seen at about 12:15 a.m. Friday at her home in the 500 block of Chene Street. Her sister spoke to her at 3 p.m. and hasn’t been able to contact her since. Police said her…

16th annual Raft Off event on Lake St. Clair held despite pandemic

Large crowds gathered Saturday on Lake St. Clair despite the order banning large outdoor gatherings. It was Raft Off 2020, an event held by the same group that hosts Jobbie Nooner — another large boating event that was held normally this year despite an increase in coronavirus cases at the time. Video of the scene…

Missing Ann Arbor woman located, police say

Police announced Saturday that Julie Karabenick has been located and is no longer missing. ORIGINAL STORY: Police are searching for a missing woman named Julie Karabenick who was last seen Wednesday evening. Anyone with information is asked to call the Ann Arbor Police Department at 734-794-6920. See more Missing in Michigan reports Top Featured Tags:…

MAC football decision puts Big Ten on the clock. What is it waiting for?

The Mid-American conference shouldn’t be leading the way for college football. But it is. Take away the money worries, and the Big Ten should follow.         Top Featured Tags: – Michigan News Press Release Distribution Service

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