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Detroit City FC named a general contractor for AlumniFi Field, moving the 15,000‑seat Corktown stadium nearer to construction. The campus includes housing, a parking deck and retail.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Metro Detroit steakhouse owner was indicted on federal counts alleging he ran rent‑free "dorms" for immigrant workers and employed them illegally. Court filings list seized vehicles and arrests tied to the probe.
Politics & Govt in ...
Dozens of automakers, suppliers and startups met in Southfield as MichAuto begins a statewide push for a policy roadmap, warning Michigan risks losing jobs and investment without a clear plan.
A Warren man was bound over to circuit court after a preliminary hearing in a case tied to a September carfentanil overdose that left one man dead.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Macomb County confirmed its first measles case of 2026; the health department says there are no public exposure sites and is urging vaccination and monitoring for symptoms.
Parks & Nature in ...
An 89-year-old Michigan conservation group warned it could shut down by May 1 unless it raises $100,000; leaders paused camp and magazine programs while they race the clock.
A federal complaint unsealed April 22 names three Metro Detroit women accused of falsifying pandemic unemployment claims that paid out more than $450,000. A preliminary hearing is set for May 13.
Community & Society in ...
A Detroit man in his 60s says TikTok videos convinced him to buy a $5 scratch-off — and he won $500,000.
Retail & Industry in ...
An aging Durango is outselling newer rivals thanks to V8 power, special editions and price moves. The muscle‑SUV is posting its best year in 20 years.
A systemwide facilities review finds Detroit Public Library branches need major repairs; reopening will likely take years and cost millions. City leaders now face funding choices.
Rochester Hills' draft 2027–2032 capital plan would spend about $198.3M and the city is weighing new rules for large data centers, from lot‑size minimums to water‑use limits.
An iSeeCars analysis found Ford recalled about 19.6 million vehicles in the past year — more than the rest of the auto industry combined, raising fresh questions about quality and oversight.
Food & Drinks in ...
USDA and FAO data point to another uptick in grocery inflation; Detroiters could feel higher bills for staples and meat. Practical tips and local context follow.
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