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• Best sandwich in America? It's in Michigan, according to Huffington Post list

  27-01-2016 23:49
  
  The Best Sandwich is the U.S. is in Michigan, according to a list from Huffington Post: "10 Sandwiches You Should Try Before You Die." The list was revealed Jan. 26, 2016.
  
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• 'Making a Murderer' attorneys to visit Michigan in March

  27-01-2016 23:24
  
  Steven Avery's lawyers will make stops in Royal Oak and Grand Rapids in March.
  
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• Man convicted of 20 sex crimes involving children headed to prison

  27-01-2016 23:00
  
  A man convicted on 20 sex crime counts, including child porn and sex crimes against children, was sentenced to decades in prison.
  
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• Detroit Lions cut ties with executive who negotiated new radio deal - MLive.com

  27-01-2016 22:35 via
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  Detroit Lions cut ties with executive who negotiated new radio deal
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  ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions have parted with another senior executive, this time someone on the business end of the operation. Elizabeth Parkinson, Detroit's senior vice president of marketing and partnerships, is no longer employed according to ...
  Lions shake up business operations, fire two VPsDetroit Free Pressall 4 news articles »
  

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• 2016 People's Choice Awards winner Shawn Mendes announces world tour

  27-01-2016 22:33
  
  Fresh off his People's Choice Award for favorite breakout artist, Shawn Mendes has announced a 2016 world tour.
  
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• No set timeline from Gov. Snyder for replacing Flint's lead service lines

  27-01-2016 22:30
  
  Don't expect a rush to replace Flint's lead service lines, infrastructure that's suspected of contributing to the city's current water crisis.
  
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• Woman fabricated story of cop molesting her, police say

  27-01-2016 22:24
  
  Police allege a Saginaw woman fabricated a story of a cop sexually assaulting her as an excuse for being late to work.
  
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• Tigers 'still have hope' to avoid Martinez arbitration - Detroit Free Press

  27-01-2016 22:23 via
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  Tigers 'still have hope' to avoid Martinez arbitration
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  No news was the news on J.D. Martinez's contract talks this afternoon. “There's nothing new to say,” Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila said. “I still have hope we can get something done.” The Tigers and Martinez are trying to bridge a $2-million ...and more »
  

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• Catch up on the latest in the Flint water crisis with this video recap

  27-01-2016 22:00
  
  Resource teams including Michigan National Guard troops have taken up residence at fire stations around the city, while volunteers have made a push to visit every resident in the city to provide water, filters and test kits.
  
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• Activists to deliver petitions calling for stop to Flint water bills

  27-01-2016 22:00
  
  Water activists say they plan to deliver petitions with nearly 20,000 signatures to Flint's newly elected mayor calling for the city to stop issuing water bills in light of the city's water crisis.
  
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• Bottled water donations free up state money to address Flint water crisis

  27-01-2016 21:41
  
  An influx of bottled water donations from celebrities and businesses wanting to help in the Flint water crisis has freed up money for the state to focus on health assessments for kids in the city.
  
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• One person dead after Amtrak train strikes vehicle; no train passengers hurt

  27-01-2016 21:16
  
  One person is dead following a Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 27 crash with an Amtrak passenger train.
  
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• Look inside $13M Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum renovation

  27-01-2016 21:15
  
  The museum, closed since October, is scheduled to reopen June 7.
  
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• Teacher arrested, man pepper-sprayed during Detroit high school student protest

  27-01-2016 21:08
  
  A Detroit public school teacher and two adult activists were arrested Wednesday after they joined high school students in a walkout protest and march.
  
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• Flint mayor expects $3 million from Gov. Snyder for water bill relief

  27-01-2016 21:06
  
  Flint Mayor Karen Weaver is expecting $3 million in state funds will help to pay for residents water bills but whether that assistance comes in the form of refunds, forgiveness of past bills or future rate reductions hasn't been decided.
  
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• 4-star WR Desmond Fitzpatrick talks top schools and why Michigan didn't make the cut

  27-01-2016 21:05
  
  WATERFORD -- Despite national signing day being a week away, Waterford Mott senior wide receiver Desmond "Dez" Fitzpatrick has decided to have an announcement ceremony this coming Monday at his sch...
  
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• Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard make wild vacation video set to 'Africa'

  27-01-2016 21:04
  
  They took "blessing the rains down in Africa" to a whole new level. Hollywood couple Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have made an epic vacation video set to the famous Toto song.
  
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• Pistons Patter: Resilience a positive as six-game, nine-day grind begins

  27-01-2016 21:00
  
  Detroit went 3-3 in its only other six-in-nine situation of the 2015-16 season, and begins the other tonight at home against the Philadelphia 76ers.
  
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• Pistons' Stanley Johnson left off roster for NBA Rising Stars Challenge

  27-01-2016 20:57
  
  Detroit's rookie forward, the eighth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, is averaging 8.2 points and 3.9 rebounds per game off the bench.
  
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• Winter Blast proceeds to benefit Flint children

  27-01-2016 20:28
  
  The fun factor will definitely be back for this year's Winter Blast, but there is also a very serious component to the festival that is new.
  
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• Bob Quinn provides clarity on Detroit Lions' front office structure; evaluations ongoing - MLive.com

  27-01-2016 20:12 via
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  Bob Quinn provides clarity on Detroit Lions' front office structure; evaluations ongoing
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  kyle-o-brien.jpg Kyle O'Brien will oversee both the pro and college scouting departments for the Detroit Lions. MOBILE, Ala. -- Bob Quinn has been busy his first few weeks as the Detroit Lions general manager, shaping his front office. He fired ...
  Lions retaining college scouting director NewmarkDetroit Free Pressall 17 news articles »
  

• Michael Moore calls for 'revolt' over Flint water crisis

  27-01-2016 20:07
  
  Filmmaker Michael Moore is calling for an end to water bottle donations in Flint and instead asking citizens to join him in a "revolt" over the city's ongoing water crisis.
  
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• Amtrak vs. car crash closes E. Michigan Avenue in Grass Lake

  27-01-2016 19:56
  
  E. Michigan Avenue between Willis and Craft roads in Grass Lake is closed due to a crash. An Amtrak passenger train is stopped near Craft Road and an abundance of police, fire and medical personnel can be seen surrounding the tracks near Willis Road.
  
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• Iorio's Gelato launches Flint fundraising campaign, plans ice cream party

  27-01-2016 19:42
  
  "We thought about what we could do to help," said Lemmer. "We make gelato, and gelato always lifts people's spirits and puts a smile on their faces. We started getting excited about doing something to bring the community together."
  
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• Flint fundraiser at this year's Winter Blast

  27-01-2016 19:35
  
  The Meridian Winter Blast kicks off in Detroit on February 12.
  
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• Detroit Lions GM Bob Quinn still hasn't talked to Calvin Johnson, but will before free agency - MLive.com

  27-01-2016 19:35 via
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  Detroit Lions GM Bob Quinn still hasn't talked to Calvin Johnson, but will before free agency
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  Detroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn continues to exhibit patience with Calvin Johnson as the wide receiver decides whether he'll retire this offseason. (Melanie Maxwell | MLive.com). Print Email · Justin Rogers | [email protected] By Justin Rogers ...
  Doug Karsch's Conspiracy Theory About Calvin Johnson [AUDIO]CBS Local
  Lions GM Quinn still hasn't spoken with Calvin
  

• Buying a Share of Detroit's Revitalization - Next City

  27-01-2016 19:23 via
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  Buying a Share of Detroit's Revitalization
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  The founders of Detroit's Century Partners, a holistic housing development company, take Council Member Mary Sheffield on a tour of their properties. (Credit: Century Partners). Andrew Colom and David Alade believe that longtime Detroiters should ...and more »
  

• Pantsless man killed in crash while allegedly watching porn on phone

  27-01-2016 19:20
  
  He "lost control causing the vehicle to overturn," state police said in a statement. "The driver did not have a seatbelt on and was partially ejected through the sunroof of the vehicle."
  
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• Sick of Inequality: The Case for the Detroit Teacher Strike - Progressive.org

  27-01-2016 19:19 via
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  Sick of Inequality: The Case for the Detroit Teacher Strike
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  President Obama visited Detroit on January 20th, 2016 to tout the city's resurgent auto industry, which, after the federal government's bailout, has seen a spike in job growth. Detroit's educators have taken advantage of the President's visit to bring ...
  Detroit Public School's Restraining Order To Stop Protests Over School Conditions Has Been RejectedThinkProgress
  Q&A: A look at the Detroit Public
  

• Vote for the MLive Detroit area boys swimmer that has the best shot at a state title

  27-01-2016 19:15
  
  The latest MLive Detroit fan poll for winter sports locks in on boys swimming for the first time ever. With so many teams and individuals from the Detroit area winning state titles year after year, its time to call out...
  
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• Detroit Tigers trade Jefry Marte to Los Angeles Angels for infielder Kody Eaves - MLive.com

  27-01-2016 19:04 via
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  Detroit Tigers trade Jefry Marte to Los Angeles Angels for infielder Kody Eaves
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  Detroit Tigers' Jefry Marte (55) celebrates in the dugout after he hit his first major-league home run in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, Wednesday, July 8, 2015, in Seattle. (Ted S. Warren | AP). Print Email · Aaron ...
  Tigers trade Jefry Marte for Angels prospectDetroit Free Press
  Detroit Tigers Acquire Kody Eaves From Los Angeles Angels In Exchange For
  

• Detroit Tigers trade Jefry Marte to Los Angeles Angels for infielder Kody Eaves

  27-01-2016 19:04
  
  The Tigers designed Marte for assignment on Jan. 20.
  
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• AG Bill Schuette's Flint water review tainted by campaign donations

  27-01-2016 18:59
  
  The investigation hasn't even started and already it's as contaminated as Flint's drinking water.
  
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• County prosecutor gets green light to investigate Flint water crisis

  27-01-2016 18:56
  
  County commissioners have cleared the way for Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton to begin an investigation into the Flint water crisis.
  
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• Suspected arsonist becomes victim of blast in Detroit - The Detroit News

  27-01-2016 18:27 via
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  Suspected arsonist becomes victim of blast in Detroit
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  Surveillance video shows an explosion during an arson incident in Detroit. (Photo: The Detroit News)Buy Photo. 23 CONNECTTWEETLINKEDIN 2 COMMENTEMAILMORE. The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating and ...
  Detroit police: Man lit SUV on fire, caused explosionDetroit Free Press
  Video: Detroit police looking for man who set SUV on fireWDIV Detroitall 4 news articles 
  

• Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 to phase out as FCA focuses on Jeep, Ram brands

  27-01-2016 18:20
  
  Say arrivederci to the Chrysler 200 and Dodge Dart.
  
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• Hatch Detroit and the Detroit Lions Pitch In $150000 for Grandmont Rosedale Neighborhood - Curbed Detroit

  27-01-2016 18:19 via
  Hatch Detroit and the Detroit Lions Pitch In $150000 for Grandmont Rosedale Neighborhood
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  Businesses on Grand River between Warwick Street and Outer Drive will receive some sprucing up thanks to a neighborhood initiative from Hatch Detroit and the Detroit Lions. Efforts will focus on making these areas more pedestrian and bike friendly.and more »
  

• Virginia Tech researcher hired by Flint to test water

  27-01-2016 17:45
  
  The researcher whose work exposed problems with Flint's drinking water has been appointed to monitor ongoing testing of the city's water supply.
  
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• Fans vote Pontiac Notre Dame Prep cheer team as area's most impressive to watch

  27-01-2016 17:45
  
  DETROIT -- We asked for MLive readers to vote for the most entertaining competitive cheer team in the Detroit area and it comes as no surprise that Pontiac Notre Dame Prep cheer. Having won the last two Division 3 state...
  
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• Man shot, killed on Detroit's west side - WXYZ

  27-01-2016 17:43 via
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  Man shot, killed on Detroit's west side
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  DETROIT (WXYZ) - Police are investigating after a man's body was found near the driveway of an abandoned home in the 14170 block on Minock on Detroit's west side. We're told the 22-year-old victim had gunshot wounds. Police say neighbors reported ...
  Young Man Found Shot To Death On Detroit's West SideCBS Localall 2 news articles »
  

• Tearing Down Detroit - VICE

  27-01-2016 17:42 via
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  Tearing Down Detroit
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  Detroit's seen a staggering 140,000 foreclosures in the last decade. Tens of thousands of homes have been left abandoned, turning entire neighborhoods into an urban wasteland. The Obama administration has been pumping billions of dollars into the Motor ...and more »
  

• Flint water crisis prompts legislation that would give EPA more leeway when states fail

  27-01-2016 17:42
  
  As it currently stands, state and local officials are responsible for notifying citizens when lead leaches into their water supply.
  
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• Iggy Pop to play Detroit in limited run of one-time-only concerts

  27-01-2016 17:33
  
  Iggy Pop is set to play a very limited run of one-time-only live shows. One of those shows will be in Detroit.
  
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• Have fun and help Flint at 2016 Detroit Winter Blast - Detroit Free Press

  27-01-2016 17:30 via
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  Have fun and help Flint at 2016 Detroit Winter Blast
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  The 2016 Winter Blast festival will grace Campus Martius with more than 75 performers, an array of snow-themed attractions and a campaign to raise tens of thousands of dollars for children in Flint. The 12th annual event — officially billed as ...
  Detroit's Winter Blast festival to raise funds for Flint water...WDIV Detroit
  Detroit Winter Blast to raise money for children of FlintFox 2 Detroit
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• Former Visteon plant added to Ypsilanti's dangerous buildings list

  27-01-2016 17:30
  
  The former Ford and Visteon plant in the city of Ypsilanti, which is now owned by Angstrom and partially use as a storage facility, is on the city's dangerous building list.
  
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• Bruce Springsteen adds new concert dates including Michigan

  27-01-2016 16:46
  
  "The Boss" is coming back to Michigan. Bruce Springsteen has added numerous shows to "The River Tour" after previously leaving Michigan off the schedule.
  
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• It's National Chocolate Cake Day. How are you celebrating?

  27-01-2016 16:45
  
  How better than to celebrate the auspicious National Chocolate Cake Day holiday than by baking up some of these indulgent chocolate cake recipes?
  
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• Hear convicted rapist deny all responsibility

  27-01-2016 16:44
  
  Convicted rapist Larry D. Currington was ordered to serve six life sentences for raping two women in the summer of 2014 in Saginaw. Currington, who was convicted of rape in a 1983 case, maintained his innocence in court on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016. A judge called him a "dangerous predator."
  
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• WATCH LIVE: Flint fundraiser at Winter Blast

  27-01-2016 16:24
  
  The Meridian Winter Blast kicks off in Detroit on February 12.
  
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• New Flint water lawsuit seeks replacement of lead service lines

  27-01-2016 16:07
  
  A new federal lawsuit is seeking the replacement of all lead service lines in Flint at no cost to residents following claims city and state leaders violated federal laws designed to protect drinking water.
  
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