Detroit Voice Brief

Michigan's morel mushroom season is almost over, but others are edible; In COVID-19 era, life at small Michigan college changes in nearly every way and Tarik Skubal roughed up in fourth as Detroit Tigers drop series finale, 6-0, to Blue Jays.

FBI arrests Ryan Kelley, Michigan gubernatorial candidate, on charges stemming from Jan. 6; Michigan's strawberry season is here — and it's short: Where to find U-pick farms; Christopher Schurr charged with second-degree murder in shooting of Patrick Lyoya and Michigan State basketball assistant coach Mike Garland announces retirement.

Photographer sues iconic Detroit gay bar over steamy photo used to promote military night; Lawsuit on Michigan no-fault overhaul has appeals court hearing: What's at stake; As gas prices surge, Michigan sheriff asks deputies to manage some dispatch calls by phone and Changes for Great Lakes Invitational: Moving to Grand Rapids, no Michigan hockey.

Whitmer: Initiative petition process 'anti-democratic' and needs to change; When is it time to hang up on scam call? Clues, common phrases to listen for and As Detroit Tigers' Austin Meadows returns, Jeimer Candelario (shoulder) lands on injured list.

Buttigieg, at least 14 others test positive for COVID-19 after Mackinac Policy Conference; No snacks or drinks, these vending machines dispense something that saves lives; Girls are in at Boy Scouts of America: How it's going after 3 years and Michigan baseball loses lead in controversial fashion, loses to Louisville, 11-9, in NCAAs.

Big plans for the future marked the annual Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted last week at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Commenters on the Michigan State Park Camping Group on Facebook have reported stricter enforcement at state park campgrounds. Michigan's newest innovation Sipzee, is a curbside pickup bottle and can return service. Team Penske's Will Power won the 2022 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix on Sunday.  

Whitmer, Buttigieg open to state and federal gas tax relief; Federal student loans rates have nearly doubled in past 2 years: How high they'll go; Whitmer 'optimistic' on gun reform, but key Dem says 'full of s---' GOP won't act and Daz Cameron crushes 2-run HR in 8th to give Detroit Tigers a 3-2 win over Minnesota Twins.

Disqualified Republican governor hopefuls battle it out in court; Former Macomb treasurer Derek Miller pleads guilty in embezzlement case; New Vernors Black Cherry flavor will be available almost exclusively in Michigan and Michigan basketball's Caleb Houstan stays in 2022 NBA draft.

Highland Park hasn't had a high school in 7 years. Now district is rallying to change that; Jim Farley gets personal with Tom Brady, Jimmy Kimmel in top-secret 'Drive' podcast; Tiny bug could help win the war against this invasive species and Why Roger Clemens believes his son Kody is ready for MLB as he debuts with Detroit Tigers.

Meet the piping plovers, considered harbingers of environmental health in the Great Lakes ecosystem. State park rangers will be able to order swimmers out of the water. A popular electronic-music fest is back after a two-year pandemic break. The Detroit Tigers scored twice in the seventh inning, thanks to a Twins error, to take the opener of this five-game set, 7-5, at Comerica Park.

GM Silverado EV, Ford Lightning buyers might toss brand loyalty to get electric pickup; Vets fought 10 miles apart in 'Forgotten War,' met in Troy 60 years later; Traffic Jam & Snug restaurant and microbrewery in Detroit destroyed in early morning fire and an update on the Detroit Tigers.

Michiganders should take tornadoes more seriously after Gaylord, experts say; FTC, Dana Nessel devoted months to Beaumont and Spectrum megamerger; Oxford High students walk out in support of victims in Uvalde, Texas school shooting and New injury shuts down Detroit Tigers' Matt Manning 'for the foreseeable future'.

Michigan school districts taking extra precautions after mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas; Andy Levin, Haley Stevens clash in contentious debate ahead of closely watched primary; Hotel program to temporarily house evicted Detroiters may end soon for some and Jeimer Candelario homers in 10th inning as Detroit Tigers hang on vs. Twins, 4-2.

'I feared for her life': Girl's parents sue Croswell-Lexington schools over alleged racism; Bureau of Elections: 4 Michigan congressional candidates short on signatures for ballot; Great Lakes Coffee in Detroit permanently closes after strike, unionization effort and Detroit Pistons to play Chicago Bulls in Paris during next regular season.

Residents, loved ones recount chaos, injuries at tornado-ravaged Gaylord mobile home park; Detroit public transit system adds 4 electric buses to fleet; Parents of student killed in Oxford shooting file federal lawsuit against school district and Mel Tucker talks about the ongoing beef between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher. 

The first tornado to touch down in Gaylord since 1950. Finnish diplomats, academics and business leaders at the Port of Detroit. Detroit Tigers and Michigan athletics highlight a busy sports weekend.

Oxford High School seniors graduate; Whitmer proposes $500 rebate checks for Michigan's working families; Zap Zone founder builds massive entertainment facility with arcade, restaurants, glow golf and Enough with Detroit Tigers injuries. Would someone please put Tarik Skubal in bubble wrap?

Detroit senator, Trump supporters among candidates booted from primary election ballots; Headliner at Detroit Women of Comedy Festival brings divisive topics, NSFW language and Frederick K. Stearns mansion in Detroit gets big renovation as bed-and-breakfast.

Michigan Court of Claims judge grants injunction against 1931 abortion law; Many metro Detroit stores have limited supplies of baby formula, limiting purchases; GOP candidate for governor balks at Detroit Chamber debate over COVID-19 requirements and Detroit Pistons will pick 5th overall in 2022 NBA draft after falling 2 spots in lottery.

Ferndale schools reinstates face masks for students, staff because of uptick in COVID-19; For Michael Jackson impersonator at Detroit gas station, being someone else brings love; Teen brothers drowned in Lake Michigan, two others rescued and Michigan State basketball's Max Christie hiring agent, staying in NBA draft.

The return of one of Eastern Market's favorite events, Flower Day. A roundup of where traditional drive-ins can be found. A peek at the inclusivity of Detroit food culture and an update from sports. 

James Craig acknowledges possible fraud in signature gathering for his petition; Southfield funeral director hopes Barbie will bring more women to her profession; Actress Selma Blair accuses former Cranbrook dean of touching and kissing her and Detroit Lions, NFL schedule leaks 2022: Bills are the Thanksgiving Day game.

Doubters abound as Charlevoix couple think they found Great Lakes' oldest shipwreck; Metro Detroit rents have gone up 8.8% over past 2 years as inflation sizzles and Bob Lanier, Detroit Pistons legend and 8-time All-Star, dies at 73.

Caps, gowns and barbed wire: First-ever college graduation in prison was joyous celebration; Michigan is facing 'unique moment' of COVID-19 history, expert says, as cases rise; Free legal help on the way for low-income Detroiters facing eviction and Detroit Tigers locked up by rookie in 4-1 loss to Oakland Athletics, split doubleheader.

Michigan gas prices hit new high of $4.32 a gallon — and expected to keep climbing; Detroit Opera's 'Life and Times of Malcom X' explores civil rights icon's ties to Michigan, Islam; Adreian Payne, former Michigan State basketball star, shot and killed Monday at age 31.

The Bookstock Used Book & Media Sale is returning next Sunday for an eight-day run after two years lost to the pandemic. Stevie Wonder accepted an honorary degree Saturday from Wayne State University. Expanded election probing. Tigers lose against the Astros Sunday. 

Fairlane Town Center mall sold, could gain housing; Supreme Court's abortion order draft could spur Michigan Democrats to vote; Gun violence appears to be subsiding on metro Detroit freeways, police say and Ex-Michigan basketball PG Frankie Collins transferring to Arizona State.

Democrat upsets candidate who made controversial rape comments in bid for Michigan House; Eminem headed to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, leading 2022 class of inductees; Michigan is about to warm up: 80-degree days on tap for next week and Detroit Tigers lose 7-2 in Alex Faedo's MLB debut, split doubleheader against Pirates.  

Where Michigan stands on abortion if Roe v. Wade overturned by Supreme Court; Prominent Detroit church Second Ebenezer at center of teen sex abuse case and Detroit Tigers pitching prospect Alex Faedo to make MLB debut against Pittsburgh Pirates.

Coalition plans 4-day commemoration in June to honor Asian American civil rights legacy; 9 arrested after Lansing auto plant heist leads police on I-96 chase; Freedom Boat Club on Lake St. Clair offers boat rentals for monthly fee: What to know and Steve Yzerman: Why Detroit Red Wings need a new coach - and more. 

Demolition begins at Eastland Center mall in Harper Woods; Children of immigrants in Michigan fear deportation when they turn 21; Restoring Hitsville, U.S.A: A peek at a little-known part of the Motown Museum expansion; Detroit Red Wings make clean sweep, part ways with Jeff Blashill, 2 assistant coaches.

Death of Grosse Pointe Woods man haunted Oprah Winfrey, inspired documentary; Taxpayers waiting for refunds find little help from IRS's 'Where's My Refund' tool; 'Late Night' host Seth Meyers talks Michigan roots, dad jokes before Detroit benefit show and Detroit Lions select Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson with No. 2 pick in NFL draft.

Rep. Matt Maddock removed from state House Republican caucus; Detroit man freed from prison after 15 years of wrongful imprisonment; Oak Park High School closed after intruders fought students, staff and Kayvon Thibodeaux wants to play for Detroit Lions: Dan Campbell's 'got me on speed dial.'

Power outage fails to disrupt F-150 Lightning launch; CEO says more e-trucks to come; Michigan GOP's endorsed candidates could face an uphill battle, experts say; Roseville police fatally shoot man after highway crash involving tractor-trailer and Could you survive Detroit Lions drafting a CB at No. 2? Why it's not the worst idea ever.

Michigan is the 'worst state' for children with dyslexia, lawmaker says; Grand Rapids Police release name of officer who fired fatal shot and Michigan basketball's Moussa Diabate enters NBA draft, maintains collegiate eligibility.

At Patrick Lyoya's funeral, the Rev. Al Sharpton calls for action and accountability; Short's Brewing Co. purchases Bellaire Inn in response to northern Michigan housing crisis and Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera becomes 33rd player in MLB history with 3,000 hits.

Women abused by Larry Nassar file negligence claims against FBI over botched investigation; COVID-19 cases in Michigan expected to climb through May: What it means; UK teen pretended to be Ethan Crumbley in threatening call, police say and Tigers fans felt robbed when Yankees walked Miguel Cabrera on purpose. I don't blame them.

Fungal outbreak forces Detroit specialty hospital to stop admitting patients; Deserted offices, schools and stores being converted into housing in metro Detroit; Ex-Detroit Red Wings employee Al Sobotka 'devastated' after being fired for peeing in drain

Michigan's primary ballot may be 'disaster' for GOP candidates for governor, expert says; Michigan could hold solution for disrupted supply of potash, expert says; Mich. Attorney General to Oxford school board: Students and parents deserve transparency and Michigan State basketball's Julius Marble enters the NCAA transfer portal.

Sex. Booze. Lies: The secret life of a famous U-M violin prof who preyed on girls; Metro Detroit food banks and pantries seeing longer lines, more families as prices rise; Michigan kindergartner brings tequila to school and shares with classmates and Detroit Red Wings' Dylan Larkin done for season after core surgery.

Michigan judge who donated to Planned Parenthood now presides over its abortion lawsuit; Grand Rapids police's damaged relationship with community exposed again; Ramadan, Passover and Easter overlap this weekend: Here's what to know and a Detroit sports weekend roundup. 

Report suggests ways to pay back overtaxed Detroit homeowners, including tax credits; Grand Rapids police shooting prompts questions about stalled efforts at reform and Detroit Red Wings' Jeff Blashill named assistant coach for US world's team.

Grand Rapids police release video of officer fatally shooting Patrick Lyoya; 44% of Michigan libraries are fine-free: Why they're doing it; Frank's Nursery & Crafts gets new life with online shop created by the son of a former executive and A CB at No. 2? ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has Detroit Lions 'Saucing' up first round.

Study: Water leaving wastewater treatment plants has more detectable PFAS than going in; Marijuana toxicity in dogs is spiking across US: Signs, symptoms to watch for; 60 mph winds, hail in metro Detroit forecast as temperatures dip and Tyler Alexander sharp, but Detroit Tigers can't hold lead in 5-3 loss to Boston Red Sox. 

ACLU, Detroit Indigenous Peoples Alliance speak out after police break up Indigenous ceremony; Restaurant workers find greener pastures in coding, hairstyling and auto manufacturing; WNBA draft: Michigan State star Nia Clouden drafted to Connecticut Sun in Round 1 and Michigan women's basketball star Naz Hillmon goes to Atlanta Dream in Round 2.

2 Whitmer kidnap plot suspects found not guilty; mistrial declared for other 2; Thousands of Detroit flood victims still waiting for aid 9 months later; 200 rally to save Royal Oak's Main Art Theatre ahead of planning commission vote and Detroit Tigers, Tarik Skubal roughed up early 3rd straight time in 10-1 loss to White Sox.

Whitmer asks state Supreme Court to strike down Michigan's 91-year-old abortion ban; Trump endorsement shakes up Michigan secretary of state race; Grande Ballroom, onetime Detroit rock palace, listed for sale at $5 million and Detroit Tigers' 2022 schedule: Predicting all 162 games this season.

'I thought they'd be done by now': Deliberations enter Day 4 in Whitmer kidnapping trial; Judge orders Packard Plant owner to demolish plant immediately; New report finds fewer metro Detroiters earning postsecondary degrees and Dwayne Stephens' 'overdue' journey from nailing bike rims on trees to D-I coach at WMU.

Rep. Fred Upton retiring from Congress after 35 years; Detroit mom, disabled son stranded at home for 5 years; GM and Honda team up to build a new series of 'affordable' electric vehicles and Detroit Tigers owner signed off on Austin Meadows trade, which addresses a major weakness.