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• Local control, charter schools focus of testimony over $715M Detroit schools reform package

  04-02-2016 23:50
  
  Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said the district should be returned to local control
  
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• Five-vehicle crash closes Southfield Freeway in Detroit - MLive.com

  04-02-2016 23:42 via
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  DETROIT, MI -- The Michigan Department of Transportation is reporting the total closure of the Southfield Freeway, M39 southbound, near Warren Avenue in Detroit. Update: Vehicle Crash on M-39. Total Closure Route: Southbound M-39 at Warren County: ...and more »
  

• Food porn: See what could be coming to ballpark in 2016

  04-02-2016 23:39
  
  GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Christian Van Der Puy knew when to stop when compiling a dessert pitch he hoped the West Michigan Whitecaps would add to the Detroit Tigers affiliate concessions options. Sort of. The "Brookie Monster" concoction features a...
  
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• Taste test of the new Burger King Dr. Pepper shake

  04-02-2016 23:37
  
  Burger King is trying something a little different with Dr. Pepper. It has turned the soft drink into a milk shake.
  
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• Ford plant's toxic groundwater plume creeping toward neighborhood

  04-02-2016 23:30
  
  "Sometime between 1952 and the 1980s, it appears we had a release or spill."
  
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• Five-vehicle crash closes Southfield Freeway in Detroit

  04-02-2016 23:23
  
  The Michigan Department of Transportation is reporting the closure of the Southfield Freeway headed southbound near Warren Avenue in Detroit.
  
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• Family of dead child, injured siblings identified by school district

  04-02-2016 23:22
  
  The crash occurred while the siblings were headed to school.
  
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• Michigan woman pleads guilty for gun at White House immigration protest

  04-02-2016 22:44
  
  A Michigan woman has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge after she was arrested in front of the White House with a purple pistol.
  
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• Concealed pistols without a permit would be allowed in Michigan under proposed legislation

  04-02-2016 22:44
  
  Michigan House Republicans introduced legislation that would allow "law-abiding" citizens to carry concealed weapons without a government-issued permit.
  
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• 3 ingredients that caused Michigan's latest 'wacky' winter storm

  04-02-2016 22:40
  
  Many weather conditions were part of Feb. 2, 2016 storm.
  
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• Man sues McDonald's for $5 million over $1 mozzarella sticks

  04-02-2016 22:31
  
  One of the new menu items at McDonald's is now the center of a big lawsuit. Someone is so unhappy with McDonald's mozzarella sticks, he's suing for $5 million.
  
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• More than 50 bands collaborate for Flint water crisis relief album

  04-02-2016 22:20
  
  The album, entitled "Not Safe To Drink: Music For Flint Water Crisis Relief" features a variety of acts including Taking Back Sunday, Anti-Flag, Tunde Olaniran, The Swellers, and Craig Owens, lead singer of the band Chiodos, to raise money for the Flint Child Health and Development Fund.
  
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• MI committee begins reviewing Detroit schools plan - WOODTV.com

  04-02-2016 22:14 via
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  MI committee begins reviewing Detroit schools plan
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  In a photo from Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015 in Detroit, the skyline of the city of Detroit is seen. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio). Related Coverage. State manager for Detroit schools leaving job early · Detroit teachers sue district over 'deplorable' conditions ...
  Flint's Former Manager Resigns as Head of Detroit SchoolsNew York Times
  Controversial Emergency Manager Of Detroit's Public Schools ResignsNPR
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• Fiat Chrysler to air 2 Super Bowl 50 spots

  04-02-2016 22:10
  
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles confirmed Thursday it will air two commercial spots during Super Bowl 50.
  
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• Man accused of fracturing skulls of two children

  04-02-2016 22:00
  
  A Flint man was arraigned on child abuse charges after two children were left in critical condition from injuries police believe were consistent with abuse.
  
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• Republicans will hold March 3 debate in Detroit - Detroit Free Press

  04-02-2016 21:55 via
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  Republicans will hold March 3 debate in Detroit
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  WASHINGTON — Fox News Channel will host its third Republican presidential primary debate in Detroit on March 3, five days before the state's primary, the network announced. A spokesperson for the network said the venue has not yet been set and no ...
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  GOP debate headed to Detroit in MarchThe Detroit News
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• Republican debate headed to Detroit

  04-02-2016 21:35
  
  While Gov. Rick Snyder, a Republican, and his staff have largely been blamed for the water crisis debacle in Flint, which Democrats are sure to highlight when they meet there to debate March 6, Detroit has been put forth by the administration as an example of Republican success.
  
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• Republican debate headed to Detroit - MLive.com

  04-02-2016 21:25 via
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  Republican debate headed to Detroit
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  DETROIT, MI -- A day after Democratic Party presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders announced they'll face off in Flint, Fox News on Thursday announced it will host a Republican candidate showdown of its own March 3. "FOX News ...
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• Foreigner set to release live album recorded in Michigan

  04-02-2016 21:22
  
  Get ready for a new album from classic rockers Foreigner. The band is about to release its live acoustic album which it recorded in Michigan.
  
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• Gilbert's Bedrock Real Estate brings tech company from Troy to Detroit - MLive.com

  04-02-2016 21:11 via
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  Gilbert's Bedrock Real Estate brings tech company from Troy to Detroit
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  Screen Shot 2016-02-04 at 2.54.53 PM.png QStride will be on the 16th floor of the Dan Gilbert-owned One Woodward Avenue building in Detroit. Courtesy Image. DETROIT - Dan Gilbert's Bedrock Real Estate Services announced Thursday Troy-based tech ...
  

• Officials were warned of Flint water, Legionnaires' link months before public

  04-02-2016 21:08
  
  High-ranking officials in Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder's administration were aware of a surge in Legionnaires' disease potentially linked to Flint's water long before the governor reported the increase to the public last month, internal emails show.
  
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• Gilbert's Bedrock Real Estate brings tech company from Troy to Detroit

  04-02-2016 21:08
  
  QStride will add 30 tech-related jobs to Woodward Avenue in Detroit's downtown
  
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• Federal charges likely for accused $20M embezzler, attorney says

  04-02-2016 21:04
  
  Michael LaJoice is accused of embezzling more than $20 million from the Oakland County credit union that he worked for.
  
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• Pistons Patter: Reggie Jackson has seen both sides of trade-deadline wishes

  04-02-2016 21:00
  
  Detroit's point guard wanted a trade from Oklahoma City at this time last year, and now is a team leader who must guide the Pistons regardless the events of the next two weeks.
  
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• Get cozy with these National Homemade Soup Day recipes

  04-02-2016 21:00
  
  February 4 is National Homemade Soup Day, and we've got ten recipes that will fill all your winter soup needs.
  
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• Ann Arbor resident seeks appeal in U-M gun lawsuit

  04-02-2016 20:55
  
  An Ann Arbor resident is appealing his dismissed gun lawsuit against the University of Michigan.
  
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• Meijer sends boy with autism his favorite food

  04-02-2016 19:50
  
  Portage mom says her son will only eat the Meijer brand of French toast sticks for breakfast.
  
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• Senate energy bill blocked in fight over Flint water funds

  04-02-2016 19:49
  
  Harry Reid said "100,000 people in Flint, Michigan have been poisoned, and Republicans do nothing" to help them.
  
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• Puppy's heart stops 9 times before beating odds in 'amazing' recovery

  04-02-2016 19:36
  
  Gus, a 10-month-old Shih Tzu-mix, was brought back to life at a BluePearl Veterinary office.
  
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• GOP debate to be held on March 3 in Detroit

  04-02-2016 19:29
  
  FOX News Channel announced they are hosting a Republican Presidential Primary debate on March 3 in Detroit.
  
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• Flint water crisis prompts EPA reform bill from Upton, Kildee

  04-02-2016 19:28
  
  In the wake of the Flint water crisis, Congressman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph and Congressman Dan Kildee, D-Flint, today introduced a bill that would improve public notification when concentrations of lead in drinking water are above federal requirements.
  
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• Darnell Earley served congressional subpoena

  04-02-2016 19:16
  
  Former Flint Emergency Manager Darnell has been served with a congressional subpoena to testify in front of Congress on the Flint water crisis.
  
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• "Potted Sherlock" at City Theatre

  04-02-2016 19:14
  
  The new play "Potted Sherlock" will be at the City Theatre in Downtown Detroit Friday February 5th and Saturday February 6th.  All 60 Sherlock Holmes tales are retold in just 80 "elementary" minutes.  Play the video clip to see JoAnn Purtan's interview on 7 Action News At Noon.
  
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• Lawmakers tackling future, finances of Detroit schools - Detroit Free Press

  04-02-2016 18:48 via
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  Lawmakers tackling future, finances of Detroit schools
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  LANSING Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan made an impassioned plea Thursday for a centralized body that would control the opening, closing and location of all public schools in the city, telling a Senate committee hearing that the move was needed to stabilize ...
  Michigan Senate committee begins reviewing Detroit schools planCrain's Detroit Business
  Detroit Teachers Union Says Threats Of Arrest Made Should
  

• Impostor who once conned his way into Detroit Tigers tryout faces sentencing - MLive.com

  04-02-2016 18:40 via
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  Impostor who once conned his way into Detroit Tigers tryout faces sentencing
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  Impostor Charged FILE - This undated photo provided by the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office shows William Douglas Street Jr., who pleaded guilty to identity theft and mail fraud Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. Authorities said he was found with documents ...and more »
  

• Impostor who once conned his way into Detroit Tigers tryout faces sentencing

  04-02-2016 18:03
  
  A 65-year-old con man who once manipulated his way into a tryout with the Detroit Tigers is scheduled to be sentenced in an identity theft case Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Women's rights supporters to protest 'legal rape' group meetup in Ann Arbor

  04-02-2016 18:00
  
  A group of women's rights supporters is protesting a possible meetup of a "neomasculine" group Saturday in Ann Arbor.
  
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• Vote for the MLive Detroit area boys bowler that has the best shot at a state title

  04-02-2016 18:00
  
  After our first boys swimming poll had great success last week, the latest MLive Detroit fan poll ventures into boys bowling for the first time. We hope this poll will "strike" a chord (had to) with with all of the...
  
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• Great Lakes ice astonishingly absent compared to recent years

  04-02-2016 18:00
  
  Is this a sign of an early spring?
  
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• At least 2 wolves still roaming Michigan's Isle Royale, researchers find

  04-02-2016 17:58
  
  Footprints were found during an annual study
  
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• Ex-Detroit principal pleads guilty to felony charges - The Detroit News

  04-02-2016 17:56 via
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  Ex-Detroit principal pleads guilty to felony charges
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  Detroit — A day after state lawmakers vowed to close the Education Achievement Authority, one of its former principals pleaded guilty to felony charges for her role in a kickback scheme in the district. Kenyetta Wilbourn Snapp entered into a plea ...
  Star Detroit Principal Pleads Guilty to Taking Vendor KickbacksDeadline Detroitall 23 news articles »
  

• Michigan Senate approves $30M to pay Flint residents' water bills

  04-02-2016 17:54
  
  Michigan Senators today approved an immediate $30 million to pay Flint residents' bills for water rendered unusable by a water crisis.
  
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• What you need to know about tonight's Democratic presidential debate

  04-02-2016 17:52
  
  With the Iowa caucus behind them and the New Hampshire primary four days ahead, Democratic presidential hopefuls Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders will have their first debate tonight with just the two of them on the stage.
  
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• Windows at Michigan Central Station completed on time and budget

  04-02-2016 17:47
  
  The company in charge of installing over a thousand windows in the iconic train station wrapped up before the end of 2015
  
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• Ice breaks up in the Saginaw River at downtown Bay City

  04-02-2016 17:42
  
  The ice on the Saginaw River broke up in downtown Bay City Thursday, Feb. 4, and floated downstream.
  
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• Paczki Day: Where to get your Fat Tuesday treats in Michigan

  04-02-2016 17:30
  
  There's a reason it's called Fat Tuesday. One paczek can pack anywhere from 400 to 700 or more calories, and has about as many grams of fat as a Big Mac. But really, on Paczki Day, who's counting?
  
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• Popeyes Chicken planning a mid-February grand opening

  04-02-2016 17:27
  
  A new Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen in Ypsilanti Township is targeting a Feb. 15 grand opening.
  
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• Man faces charges he hit 3 people with car in Fireworks Festival gridlock

  04-02-2016 17:01
  
  Trying to leave a gridlocked Bay City after the Fireworks Festival can be a taxing endeavor, but police are alleging a Grand Blanc man broke the law when he crashed a car into three people.
  
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• Oscars 2016: Cheat sheet for making your Academy Awards picks

  04-02-2016 17:00
  
  Film critic John Serba takes his annual stab at guessing this year's Oscar winners.
  
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• Up to 5 million cars affected by new airbag recall

  04-02-2016 16:32
  
  Continental Automotive Systems has set in motion new recalls that could affect up to 5 million vehicles globally, the Associated Press reports.
  
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