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NBA head coach and player charged in sprawling sports betting and Mafia-backed poker schemes

Alanna Durkin Richer, Associated Press, Tim Reynolds, Associated Press, Philip Marcelo, Associated Press October 24, 2025

NEW YORK (AP) — The head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers and a player for the Miami Heat were...

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Trump stops trade talks with Canada

Bill Weissert, Associated Press October 24, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced he’s ending “all trade negotiations” with Canada because of a television ad opposing...

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The Metro: Legendary Comic George Wallace on tour in Detroit

Cary Junior II, The Metro October 23, 2025

George Wallace's observational humor, and masterful storytelling have earned him a place among comedy's most iconic figures. As a comic, writer...

Detroit Evening Report: SNAP benefits on pause this November

Bre'Anna Tinsley October 23, 2025

Food stamps will not be available in Michigan next month.   The state Department of Health and Humans Services says it’s been...

The Metro: Whitmer pardons Hmong community leader, Michigan father facing deportation

Robyn Vincent, David Leins, The Metro October 23, 2025

Amid reports that federal immigration officials are accelerating the deportation process of Lue Yang, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has pardoned the...

The Metro:‘Something compelling about the democratic ideal’ — the case for more representative democracy

Sam Corey, The Metro October 23, 2025

When it comes to our federal system, we often don’t have a representative, majoritarian democracy. That means the idea of...

Explore Sand Point, a preserve with rare hemlocks and old growth potential

Natalie Albrecht, Amanda LeClaire October 23, 2025

In the interior arch of Michigan’s “thumb” lays the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy, a group dedicated to protecting and restoring...

Sunbathers enjoy the beach at Lake St. Clair

CuriosiD: Why isn’t Lake St. Clair a Great Lake?

Pat Batcheller October 23, 2025

In this episode of CuriosiD, we answer the question:Why isn't Lake St. Clair considered a Great Lake?An easy way to remember...

A band performs onstage wearing Star Trek costumes

The Metro Events Guide: Halloween happenings, grand openings and more

Sophia Jozwiak October 23, 2025

Spooky season is here, and we've got Halloween celebrations for Detroiters of all ages — including hayrides, canine costume contests...

Photo of the Detroit Tigers statue at Comerica Park.

The Metro: Deaf volunteers say they were excluded at Comerica Park. A judge says their case can proceed

Robyn Vincent, The Metro October 22, 2025

It began at Comerica Park during a summer Tigers game — lights bright against the sky, fans filling the stands,...

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In The Groove: Madison McFerrin shares new album ‘Scorpio’ ahead of El Club show

Ryan Patrick Hooper October 22, 2025

Special in-studio guest Madison McFerrin drops by to talk about her new album “Scorpio” as well as collaborating with her...

Detroit Evening Report: Polls show Sheffield in the lead for Detroit’s next mayor

Jerome Vaughn October 22, 2025

Detroit’s candidates for mayor are in their final weeks of campaigning. And a new poll shows voters are making up their minds. ...

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