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The Metro: What makes the Detroit Red Wings so important to Detroit?

Tia Graham November 24, 2025

A hundred years ago, the world was changing and ushering in new ways of living, The first transatlantic phone call from...

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The Metro: Red Wings Hockey celebrates 100 years with new exhibition

Tia Graham November 24, 2025

The Detroit Red Wings have a long, gritty history that mirrors the city it calls home. To celebrate and commiserate...

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Detroit Evening Report: New incentives aim to boost homeownership in Pontiac

Hernz Laguerre November 21, 2025

Pontiac launches new Down Payment Assistance ProgramThe City of Pontiac unveiled its Down Payment Assistance Program this week, an initiative...

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Detroit Evening Report: New emergency vehicles for Detroit Fire Department

Hernz Laguerre October 16, 2025

The Detroit Fire Department received new fire and emergency medical services vehicles thanks to a nearly $11 million dollar investment...

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Red Wings return to action hoping to end playoff drought

Pat Batcheller October 8, 2025

The Detroit Red Wings celebrate 100 years of hockey in the Motor City. The team started playing as the Cougars...

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The Metro: Detroit City FC’s new stadium aims to reflect the community

Tia Graham August 25, 2025

Starting out as a recreational soccer league at Belle Isle in 2010, Detroit City Football Club has grown its footprint...

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Detroit Evening Report: Uncertainty surrounds Michigan’s access to updated COVID-19 vaccines

Hernz Laguerre August 22, 2025

As COVID-19 cases rise in Michigan this summer, it’s still unclear when residents will be able to get the updated...

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Detroit Today: Are sports teams worth the public money we give them? 

Detroit Today January 19, 2024

The Detroit Lions are having a remarkable season. However, with that success comes change – notably a significant 30% rise...

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