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• No disabled list, just rest, for Tigers' Miguel Cabrera

  16-08-2016 23:55
  
  Cabrera suffered a strained left biceps muscle on Monday.
  
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• No disabled list, just rest, for Miguel Cabrera

  16-08-2016 23:55
  
  Cabrera suffered a strained left biceps muscle on Monday.
  
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• Big changes coming to Heidelberg Project

  16-08-2016 23:52
  
  The iconic Heidelberg Project in Detroit turns 30 this year and it's artistic creator is making some big changes - which include dismantling the very work that continues to bring people here from all across the globe.
  
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• Talking with Darius Rucker on Hootie and the Blowfish, Ndamukong Suh and Pine Knob

  16-08-2016 23:48
  
  Darius Rucker has had great success both as the lead singer of Hootie and the Blowfish and as a country music artist. We interviewed Rucker ahead of two upcoming Michigan concerts on everything from Hootie to Ndamukong Suh to Pine Knob.
  
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• Detroiters cleaning up after heavy rains

  16-08-2016 23:39
  
  Sewer backup spilled into the streets and basements of one Detroit neighborhood after yesterday's storm.
  
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• New Michigan DEQ director set to appear for confirmation hearing Sept. 7

  16-08-2016 23:19
  
  Gov. Rick Snyder's new director of the state Department of Environmental Quality is set to answer questions during a state Senate confirmation hearing Sept. 7.
  
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• Who had the most rain, and how many inches of rain for the big winner so far?

  16-08-2016 23:18
  
  Heavy rain hit part of Michigan overnight, and much needed rain finally fell for some locations.
  
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• Sex crime case 'shocks the conscience,' says FBI official after child porn guilty plea

  16-08-2016 23:15
  
  FBI agent: 'Depravity' of man who sexually assaulted children 'shocks the conscience'
  
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• Lions LB DeAndre Levy expects to play in opener against Colts

  16-08-2016 22:47
  
  The linebacker played only 17 snaps last season due to a hip injury, then missed the start of training camp this year after suffering a separate injury during the summer break. He was placed on the non-football injury list about a half-hour before the start of camp.
  
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• Yooper Troopers: Day 2, Rapid River to Marquette, a waterfall and a cliff jump

  16-08-2016 22:27
  
  Our Michigan's Best team of Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez are traveling through the UP this week, in search of the best pasty, plus fun things to do.
  
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• We asked you to caption a photo of the Lions' new doughnut and you did not disappoint

  16-08-2016 21:51
  
  Check out the "Big Blue Donut" that the Lions debuted Tuesday at Ford Field.
  
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• Tigers GM Al Avila: Story on Red Sox complaint 'wasn't fair'

  16-08-2016 21:28
  
  Avila was on MLB Network's "High Heat with Christopher Russo" on Tuesday.
  
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• Boyfriend of woman found dead in car sought by sheriff's deputies

  16-08-2016 21:17
  
  Deputies are looking for the boyfriend of a 38-year-old Macomb Township woman found dead in the driver's seat of her Chrysler PT Cruiser behind a home in Macomb County's Lenox Township Tuesday morning.
  
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• Get your Christmas on with Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Detroit and Grand Rapids

  16-08-2016 21:11
  
  Trans-Siberian Orchestra is bringing its Christmas rock opera to both Grand Rapids and Detroit.
  
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• Ford has its eyes on 2021 for 'high-volume' self-driving cars

  16-08-2016 21:10
  
  Ford Motor Co. announced Tuesday, Aug. 16 it plans to release a "high-volume, fully autonomous" car by 2021.
  
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• Ford says it will have self-driving car by 2021

  16-08-2016 20:50
  
  Ford Motor Co. says it will have a fully autonomous vehicle ready to provide ride-hailing or ride-sharing services by 2021.
  
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• Woman charged with killing man in front of children

  16-08-2016 20:20
  
  A 37-year-old Wixom woman is charged with fatally shooting a 21-year-old man in front of two young children.
  
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• Positive perceptions of Downtown Detroit on the rise, survey indicates - MLive.com

  16-08-2016 20:11 via mlive.com
  
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  Positive perceptions of Downtown Detroit on the rise, survey indicates
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  Positive perceptions of Downtown Detroit are on the rise, according to an annual survey of nearly 4,000 city and suburban residents, most of whom work downtown. The survey gathered overall impressions of Downtown Detroit and perceptions of safety, ...
  Survey: Perceptions of downtown Detroit improvingThe Detroit Newsall 5 news articles »
  
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• Positive perceptions of Downtown Detroit on the rise, survey indicates

  16-08-2016 20:00
  
  Positive perceptions of Downtown Detroit are on the rise, according to an annual survey of nearly 4,000 city and suburban residents, most of whom work downtown.
  
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• Ford investing $75 million in autonomous tech firm, doubling presence in Silicon Valley

  16-08-2016 20:00
  
  Ford Motor Co. CEO Mark Fields told CNBC Tuesday that over the next decade autonomous vehicles could have as much impact on society as Ford's moving assembly line did 100 years ago.
  
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• 2-day job fair August 17 & 18, 2016

  16-08-2016 19:07
  
  MCM Staffing is hosting the hiring event on August 17 & August 18 – Thursday and Friday of this week.
  
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• Chief on murder suspect: I want to know who put him back on the street

  16-08-2016 18:45
  
  A man wanted in connection with the murder of a Warren woman was arrested after an attempted home invasion in Shelby Township Tuesday.
  
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• Chief on arrest of murder suspect: I want to know who put him back on the street

  16-08-2016 18:45
  
  A man wanted in connection with the murder of a Warren woman was arrested after an attempted home invasion in Shelby Township Tuesday.
  
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• Shinola outlet coming to Michigan this fall

  16-08-2016 18:33
  
  Michigan's first Shinola outlet store is expected to open at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills this November. It is only the second Shinola outlet in the country.
  
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• Dodge pays homage to muscle car classics with new Charger Daytona and Challenger T/A

  16-08-2016 18:30
  
  Cars like the 2017 Charger Daytona and Challenger T/A "remind you why you fell in love with driving in the first place."
  
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• State to set up new air monitoring site in southwest Detroit

  16-08-2016 17:51
  
  At the request of community members, the station will measure sulfur dioxide, fine particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, poly aromatic hydrocarbons, heavy metals, hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrogen cyanide.
  
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• Detroit's Bora Gulari to compete in Olympic sailing finals today

  16-08-2016 16:50
  
  Bora Gulari, a 40-year-old sailor from Detroit, is scheduled to compete in the Narca 17 multi-hull sailing finals at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in Brazil at 2:20 p.m. today.
  
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• Detroit's Bora Gulari to compete for Team USA in Olympic sailing finals today

  16-08-2016 16:50
  
  Bora Gulari, a 40-year-old sailor from Detroit, is scheduled to compete in the Narca 17 multi-hull sailing finals at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in Brazil at 2:20 p.m. today.
  
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• Red Wings' Jeff Blashill named grand marshal for Pure Michigan 400

  16-08-2016 16:25
  
  Instead of addressing a locker room full of Detroit Red Wings, Jeff Blashill will tell 40 NASCAR drivers to start their engines Aug. 28 at Michigan International Speedway.
  
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• Donald Trump to return to Michigan Friday for rally in Dimondale

  16-08-2016 15:45
  
  Trump is scheduled to speak at a rally in Dimondale 2 p.m. Friday.
  
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• Heavy rain causes minor flooding, some power outages on east side of state

  16-08-2016 15:06
  
  As of about 8:45 a.m., 112 customers in Saginaw County, 1,309 customers in Genesee County and 306 customers in Gratiot County were without power.
  
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• 5 things to know about 2016 Shoreline Jazz Festival including lineup

  16-08-2016 15:02
  
  It will take place in Muskegon Aug. 25-28.
  
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• Donald Trump's 'Titties in Detroit' Is Now a House Music Anthem - The Root (blog)

  16-08-2016 15:00 via theroot.com
  
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  Donald Trump's 'Titties in Detroit' Is Now a House Music Anthem
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  Trump accidentally said “titties” instead of “cities” during a speech in Detroit, and now a local music producer has turned the phrase into a song. Yesha Callahan. By: Yesha CallahanPosted: August 16, 2016 August 16, 2016 ...and more »
  
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• See where over 5 inches of rain fell overnight

  16-08-2016 14:52
  
  The heaviest rain has fallen in southwest and south-central Lower Michigan.
  
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• Reports: Tesla Model S bursts into flames during test drive in France

  16-08-2016 14:40
  
  A Tesla Model S burst into flames Monday while on a test drive, according to French media reports.
  
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• Michigan State safety target Scott Nelson brings diverse skill set to the table

  16-08-2016 14:01
  
  DETROIT -- Scott Nelson could be close to a decision. The 6-foot-2, 184-pound safety from Detroit U-D Jesuit has put together a list of five schools he will be choosing from to attend and continue his football career into college....
  
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• Flood damage recovery tips from the BBB

  16-08-2016 13:57
  
  With heavy rain overnight causing flooding in roads and basements across metro Detroit, the Better Business Bureau is giving you tips when it comes to dealing with flood damage recovery.
  
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• Inside the huddle as high school football practice continues around the state

  16-08-2016 13:45
  
  As our local sports reporters have continued football season preparations, we've discovered more news and notes to share. Here's a look at what we found around the state.
  
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• 120-mile 'smart' highway loop in southeast Michigan moving forward

  16-08-2016 13:30
  
  Current fiscal year funding has been secured to move the project forward this year and next.
  
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• How the burgers and sides taste at Michigan's first Wahlburgers

  16-08-2016 13:09
  
  Michigan's first Wahlburgers officially opened at 11am on Monday, August 15, 2016 in the heart of Greektown in Downtown Detroit. We tried the burgers, fries and other menu items. Here's what we think. The Boston-based burger chain was founded by actor Mark Wahlberg and his two brothers, Donnie and Paul.
  
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• Metro Detroit Job Expo is Aug. 26

  16-08-2016 12:55
  
  Job seekers can appreciate that no two job fairs are alike. And there's a biggie coming up at the end of the month.
  
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• Fresh Thyme ready to open 4th grocery store in Metro Detroit

  16-08-2016 12:45
  
  It won't be the last: 'We are looking all the time for more Michigan locations.'
  
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• Michigan DEQ exec who said Flint water crisis was 'overplayed' to retire

  16-08-2016 12:40
  
  A top executive with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is retiring after telling investigators earlier this year that the Flint water crisis was "overplayed" and "more created than anything else."
  
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• Michigan's 15 highest judgment, settlement payments over a year

  16-08-2016 12:30
  
  See Michigan's 15 most expensive payments over the one-year period.
  
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• Column: Battered Tigers' playoff pursuit belies a glorified Triple-A roster

  16-08-2016 12:08
  
  The Tigers are limping through August with a battery of players on the disabled list, not including their latest and most important injured player, Miguel Cabrera.
  
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• Flooding rain of 2 to 4 inches now looks likely for part of Michigan

  16-08-2016 04:55
  
  Radar estimates in far southwest Lower are already showing two to four inches of rain has fallen in just the past few hours.
  
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• MSP urges caution in flooded areas

  16-08-2016 04:34
  
  The Michigan State police are urging residents to prepare for possible flooding.
  
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• Tigers lose Miguel Cabrera, and series opener to Kansas City

  16-08-2016 04:10
  
  The Tigers got a home run from J.D. Martinez, but lost 3-1 to the Royals.
  
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• Miguel Cabrera leaves Tigers-Royals game with biceps injury

  16-08-2016 02:40
  
  Cabrera appears to have his left arm wrapped in the Tigers' dugout.
  
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• Honda shows off new Civic Hatchback, arriving this fall

  16-08-2016 01:00
  
  Honda Motor Co. on Monday showed off the latest addition to its run of new, 10th-generation Civic models: the 2017 Civic Hatchback, seen above.
  
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