Saturday, September 27, 2014

Join the MLive Detroit Game of the Week live blog at the Brother Rice vs. Catholic Central matchup


Join the MLive Detroit Game of the Week live blog at the Brother Rice vs. Catholic Central matchup


REFRESH TO VIEW PERIODIC GAME UPDATES. Join in the conversation in the comments below. BERKLEY -- Perhaps the greatest rivalry in Michigan High School football takes center stage on Friday night at Hurley Field in Berkley as Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice ...


Bridge struck by trash truck collapses in Detroit


DETROIT (AP) — A pedestrian bridge collapsed onto a Detroit freeway after a trash truck struck the overpass early Friday, leaving the truck driver dead and snarling rush hour traffic, officials said. Two other vehicles were struck by debris, but no one ...


Christie praises Snyder's handling of Detroit


DETROIT (AP) — New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is praising how Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has addressed bankrupt Detroit, crediting him for being realistic with residents. Christie on Friday appeared with fellow Republican Snyder at a Detroit coffee shop ...


Detroit Red Wings


The Chicago Blackhawks were defeated 3-2 by the Detroit Red Wings last night in Detroit in their second game of the preseason. After being out shot in the first and second periods by a margin of 27 to 15, the Blackhawks found themselves trailing..



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Friday, September 26, 2014

Driver dies after pedestrian bridge collapses onto Detroit freeway


Driver dies after pedestrian bridge collapses onto Detroit freeway


A pedestrian bridge collapsed over a Detroit freeway early Friday, killing one person and shutting the roadway in both directions. MyFoxDetroit.com reports the driver of a Dumpster hauler died in the accident. Authorities believe the vehicle struck the ...


Police: Truck hits, pulling down Detroit freeway pedestrian bridge; driver dies


DETROIT (AP) — The driver of a waste-hauling truck died Friday morning after hitting a pedestrian bridge over a Detroit freeway, pulling it down onto the roadway below and snarl rush-hour traffic, officials said. Reports of a bridge collapse came into ...


Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses initiative graduates business owners in Detroit, Southeast Michigan


Recently, more than 60 Detroit and Southeast Michigan small business owners graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses initiative. It is focused on helping create jobs and economic growth by providing small business owners in the area with ...


Detroit Fire Department could get new alert system


DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Fire Department could be getting a new emergency alert system for free after a consultant disclosed during the city's bankruptcy trial that a can filled with screws alerts some firefighters to emergencies. A can knocked over by ...


Dashing to Detroit to wave a Yankee legend goodbye


DETROIT — We are dashing to Detroit in a Dodge Dart, peeling off the late days of August on a pilgrimage to see New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter play the Detroit Tigers one last time before retirement. The Dart proves to be a perfect teammate for ...


Matthew Stafford stuck by collapsing bridge on way to Detroit Lions facility


It has been a strange week for the Detroit Lions. Quarterback Matthew Stafford was one of several motorists who was stranded on the Southfield Freeway Friday morning around 6 a.m. when a passenger bridge collapsed after it was hit by car hauler. [Join ...


Detroit man charged in Southfield restaurant shooting


Detroit man charged in Southfield restaurant shooting A 20-year-old man has been charged in Saturday's shooting at the Duo Restaurant and Lounge Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/1pg8xJ6


Dine Drink Detroit to benefit Detroit Riverfront Conservancy


(WXYZ) - Starting next week more than a dozen restaurants and bars are coming together for the annual Dine Drink Detroit event. If you buy a ticket, you'll not only get to enjoy great food but you'll be helping the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy as well.


Pedestrian bridge collapses onto Detroit freeway


One man was killed Friday morning after his truck collided with a pedestrian bridge over M-39 just south of I-96. Robert Allen/Detroit Free Press DETROIT —A truck driver is dead after his vehicle struck a pedestrian bridge that then collapsed on the ...


Ranking the Detroit Tigers’ Top 5 Major League Ready Prospects for 2015


The Detroit Tigers boast one of the most complete and formidable rosters in Major League Baseball. The clinching of their fourth consecutive postseason berth is testament to their high volume of talent. Whilst the organisation frequently acquires veterans ...



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Detroit elected officials regain city control


Detroit elected officials regain city control


DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit City Council on Thursday unanimously approved a plan to return oversight of daily operations to elected officials while retaining the city's state-appointed emergency manager to oversee bankruptcy matters until they are resolved.


Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets: What Are Experts Saying About New York?


The New York Jets host the Detroit Lions in Week 4—seeking redemption against the NFC North. A sense of urgency is palpable after tough back-to-back losses. The Jets’ offense has sputtered, especially in the red zone, raising questions about Geno Smith ...


Emergency manager signs order returning Detroit operations back to elected mayor, council


DETROIT – The day-to-day operations of Detroit's city government are back in the hands of its elected mayor and City Council. State-appointed emergency manager Kevyn Orr said Thursday that "the city is more than ready" before signing Order 42. The ...



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Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets: Complete Week 4 Preview for New York


Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets: Complete Week 4 Preview for New York


Following two consecutive disheartening losses to NFC North foes, the New York Jets need to right the ship quickly or else they risk going into a complete free fall. The Jets have shown over the first three weeks that they can compete with some of the top ...


Detroit’s future begins now — and it looks bright


Detroit’s future begins now — and it looks bright The Detroit City Council and Mayor Mike Duggan cooperating is a heartening sign for Detroit’s future. Check out this story on Freep.com: http://on.freep.com/1pfitmo


Detroit Officials Take Control Back From State Overseer


The Detroit City Council voted Thursday to take day-to-day control back from its state-appointed emergency manager, and Mayor Mike Duggan said he and the council would resume running its affairs later Thursday night, a year and a half after Michigan ...


Ambulance response takes 25 minutes in Detroit city hall call


A 25-minute ambulance wait for a medical emergency at Detroit city hall Thursday is drawing criticism. A 25-minute ambulance wait for a medical emergency at Detroit city hall Thursday is drawing criticism. The Detroit City Council has voted to restore ...


Detroit Pistons: Top 5 Power Forwards in Team History


September 25, 2014 8:12 pm EDT by David Cuff The Detroit Pistons have had many great power forwards in their history. From Hall-of-Fame players to some of the biggest personalities in the game, the Pistons have had them all. Here are the top five power ...


Detroit manager stays on, cedes control to mayor


Detroit manager stays on, cedes control to mayor DETROIT — Detroit city officials and Kevyn Orr agreed to a deal that will keep him on as emergency manager until Detroit's bankruptcy exit plan is confirmed by a federal judge. Check out this story on ...


Detroit council, mayor approve deal to restore their powers


DETROIT, Sept 25 (Reuters) - The Detroit City Council on Thursday unanimously approved a resolution that will keep a state-appointed emergency manager in control of the city's bankruptcy case, while returning his power over the city government to elected ...


Detroit officials regaining most city control


DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit City Council on Thursday unanimously approved a plan to transfer daily operations to elected officials while retaining the state-appointed emergency manager to oversee bankruptcy matters until they are resolved. Bill Nowling ...



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Return of Detroit Lions safety James Ihedigbo would provide boost against New York Jets' rushing attack


Return of Detroit Lions safety James Ihedigbo would provide boost against New York Jets' rushing attack


ALLEN PARK -- The New York Jets love to run the ball. Through three games, the team ranks third in rushing attempts, second in yards on the ground and seventh in yards per attempt. If you want to beat the Jets, it starts with stopping the run. That hasn't ...


Obama OKs flood disaster aid for metro Detroit


WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama today issued a disaster declaration for the state of Michigan from damage sustained during last month's massive flooding in metro Detroit. Earlier this month, Gov. Rick Snyder had requested the major disaster ...


Red Wings, officials celebrate groundbreaking of arena, District Detroit


Thursday night: Olympia Entertainment and the Red Wings are hosting what they are calling a District Detroit block party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. It will will feature Detroit-area food trucks and live music from local artists like the Dan Rafferty Band.


Groundbreaking held for new Detroit hockey arena


DETROIT (AP) — Officials held a groundbreaking for a new 18,000-seat hockey arena and 45-block entertainment complex in Detroit. Gov. Rick Snyder and Mayor Mike Duggan spoke at the Thursday afternoon ceremony just north of downtown. Olympia Entertainment ...


Detroit’s Next Generation Of IT Professionals Graduate Unique Program


DETROIT (CBS Detroit) – The next generation of Detroit’s IT professionals participated in graduation ceremony Thursday to mark their completion in a unique, intensive eight-week training program. The Experience IT program was collaboration between ...



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Thursday, September 25, 2014

Detroit Lions will be mindful of Jets' Jeremy Kerley


Detroit Lions will be mindful of Jets' Jeremy Kerley


When the Detroit Lions took the field for practice Wednesday, two of their practice-squad players were wearing bright yellow jerseys. Tight end Jordan Thompson wore No. 85, signifying New York Jets tight end Jeff Cumberland, and receiver Andrew Peacock had ...


Global YES vote on Detroit


Last week at the Detroit Homecoming Conference, I saw an unprecedented enthusiasm and interest in Detroit that have not been felt in more than a decade or even the years before that. That Warren Buffett, the man who has emerged as the noble and ...


Detroit Red Wings preview: Fourth in Atlantic


Story line: Team is looking to qualify for the playoffs for a 24th consecutive season. Arrivals: None MORE: Team power rankings Departures: C David Legwand (signed with Ottawa Senators), RW Mikael Samuelsson (signed in Sweden); RW Todd Bertuzzi, RW Jordin ...


Detroit-area home sales hit by higher prices


Home sales in the Detroit metropolitan area took a deep dive in August, as higher prices hit affordability hard. Combined sales of single-family homes and condominiums fell more than 8 percent from a year ago, while the median price jumped nearly 15 ...


HopCat Detroit opening delayed to December


DETROIT, MI - The opening of the highly anticipated HopCat Detroit craft beer bar has been pushed back to Dec. 13, a spokesman for BarFly Ventures confirmed Thursday. HopCat Detroit had originally planned to open Nov. 15 in the former Agave Restaurant spot ...


Detroit Will Be ‘Walking On Sunshine’ At 2014 America’s Thanksgiving Parade


DETROIT (WWJ) - The fine details have finally been revealed for the 88th Annual America’s Thanksgiving Parade, set to march down Woodward Avenue on Thursday, Nov. 27. Ice Dancing Olympic Gold Medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White will serve as co-grand ...


Emergency manager oversight to end soon for bankrupt Detroit


DETROIT, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Kevyn Orr will end his 18-month term as Detroit's emergency manager this week, leaving a city still mired in operational and fiscal uncertainty and arguing in court for approval of its bankruptcy plan. His widely anticipated ...


Detroit Lions vs New York Jets preview, predictions, betting odds, live stream info


The Detroit Lions have started 2-1 with a key division win against the Green Bay Packers at home, now they take it over to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ for an inter-conference game against a New York Jets team that has dropped two straight games ...


Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets: Breaking Down Detroit's Game Plan


The Detroit Lions hit the road in Week 4 after their big home win over NFC North rival Green Bay, heading to New York for a date with the Jets. Both teams have already faced the Packers, with the Lions winning 19-7 at home a week after the Jets fell in ...



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