Detroit Voice Brief

Fowler Center, camp for developmentally disabled, acquired by Methodist Children's Home Society, Michigan Republican-led investigation rejects Trump's claim that Nov. 3 election was stolen, Michigan restaurants give advice as full capacity begins in the state, Elton John announces his final Detroit concert: July 2022 at Comerica Park, and Detroit Tigers' Matt Manning earns first MLB win in 6-2 victory over St. Louis Cardinals.

Michigan confirms 25 cases of COVID-19's highly contagious delta variant, Federal study shows link between pot use, suicide, Entertainment heat wave is coming this summer: What to watch for, Detroit Pistons win NBA draft lottery for first time ever, will have top 2021 pick.

Buddy’s Pizza celebrates 75th anniversary, Metro Detroit retailers say clothing trends are shifting. Here's how, Ford Motor Co. hires former Renault exec Franck Louis-Victor to lead new businesses, and 2021 NBA draft lottery preview, featuring the Detroit Pistons

United Wholesale Mortgage expects to soar past Rocket, Fireworks likely to sell out early this year, stores say, They've had to grow up so fast:' Hamady High students reflect on the last year in school, Cranbrook Art Museum debuts massive retrospective featuring 275 works from its history, Detroit Tigers get Daz-zling 5-3 win over Angels in 10 innings to salvage series.

Michigan to roll back remaining major COVID-19 restrictions June 22, ahead of schedule, Beaumont and Spectrum Health plan to merge, forming Michigan's biggest health system, Diana Ross releases first new music in 15 years; ‘Thank You’ is a peek at upcoming album, and what becomes of Bo Schembechler's legacy?

Ex-Michigan football player: If I could talk to Bo Schembechler now, I'd ask 'why?', The restaurant relief fund has been halted from dispersing funds to its prioritized groups, Owner of new Dearborn coffee shop apologizes for anti-Shia comments, and 2 Great Danes die during trip from Michigan to California.

Schembechler family: 'Bo was not aware' of Robert Anderson's sexual assaults at Michigan, Ford Bronco leaves the stable as company starts shipping, filling 125K orders, State scrambles to redistribute COVID-19 vaccines, as more than 500K doses set to expire in August, and a new strand of THC, D8 hits the Michigan market.

Gov. Whitmer unveils $1.4 billion plan to expand affordable child care with federal funds, Man killed in Austin shooting was living in Michigan, set to marry high school sweetheart, Lordstown Motors, a GM investment, announces resignation of CEO, CFO in major shake-up, Gas prices go above $3 a gallon, compared with around $2 a gallon back in June 2020.

Remembering smile, joy of Skylar Herbert, one of Michigan's youngest COVID-19 victims, Proms have new look after year of online learning during pandemic, How discontinued Maverick sedan evolved into Ford's newest thing in little pickups, and Detroit Tigers prospects Spencer Torkelson, Dillon Dingler promoted to Double-A Erie

Matt Schembechler, ex-Michigan players call for accountability. Will Bo's statue stay?, What to do now to avoid a nasty tax surprise next year, a new disclosure bill in state legislature, It's strawberry U-pick season in Michigan.

Michiganders dont know when someone other than Gretchen Whitmer is filling in as governor, US-Canada border restrictions could ease by end of June, officials say, How discontinued Maverick sedan evolved into Ford's newest thing in little pickups, and Bo Schembechler's son to go public on Dr. Anderson abuse, father's failure to protect him.

Peters' report details failures ahead of Jan. 6 attack, calls for changes, Western Michigan University gets $550-million donation, a national record, Detroit City Council's Sheffield asks for a new vote on armory sale after missing 1st vote, and Michigan couple discovers old book of Chrysler papers; dealer wants to sell it for $175K.

Detained journalist Danny Fenster told stories of the persecuted. Now he's one of them, Detroit-based clothing brand launches special LGBTQ+ apparel for Pride Month, 2022 Ford Maverick small pickup debuts with hybrid power, roomy interior, sub-$20k price, Michigan is a fossil hotspot: What you might find, where to look, and Michigan State basketball's Tom Izzo adds three former players to coaching staff.

A federal moratorium on evictions is expected to end this month, unless the government extends it. Here’s how to get rental assistance to stay in your home, Escanaba welcomes back Annual Trappers Convention for summer 2021, We Lived It, and Detroit Tigers blanked by Chicago White Sox, 3-0, in series finale.

GM to increase vehicle deliveries to dealers: 'Help is on the way', she was kicked off a Boblo Boat for being Black. Now her home is a historic site., Some Michigan taxpayers are encouraged to file amended state tax returns if they filed early and had jobless benefits, and Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman on picking 6th: "No sense complaining".

Ford hires top strategist to President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Michigan faces a chlorine shortage as summer begins, Locally known white deer killed in Michigan's Lake County — and people are outraged, Parade Co. gets the OK to buy long-vacant Brodhead Armory to turn it into new HQ, and Detroit Pistons hire ex-Michigan coach John Beilein as senior advisor/player development

Michigan rolls back all outdoor restrictions and curfews today: What you need to know, Michigan attorney general, state police investigating sex abuse in Boy Scouts of America, Stop torture' message on his semi-truck is call to action in Michigan's streets, Hang up if someone asks you to pay for rental car with a gift card.

Rare, secret 1-person grand jury being used in Flint water charges against Rick Snyder, Chip shortage makes finding perfect car a challenge but could help get you out of a lease, U.P. vacation home prices are booming: What's causing the increase, and Detroit Lions update.

Transgender woman opens up about her life, rape in Michigan men's prison, Detroiter seeks to motivate and positively impact the community through her nonprofit, Ready to finally buy a boat? Get in line. Builders and sellers say there's a huge backlog, and Michigan may nix local laws banning short-term rentals. Is this a boon or slippery slope?.

Whitmer's campaign will pay for controversial Florida flight, Authorities charge Dearborn man who police say killed parakeet in an Allen Park pet shop, Justice Department forces Huntington, TCF to sell 13 bank branches for merger, Michigan has a tick problem. Here's what you need to know, and Shane Bieber picks apart Detroit Tigers: 'He's one of the best pitchers in the game'.

Understaffed northern Michigan businesses expect fewer foreign seasonal workers, Justice Department forces Huntington, TCF to sell 13 bank branches for merger, How crypto coin scams use celebrity imposters, other tricks to steal cash, and Michigan basketball's Hunter Dickinson enters NBA draft, but could still return to college.

One World Market in Novi expanding, will add Noble Fish and White Wolf Japanese Patisserie, Dearborn man fatally stomps parakeet in Allen Park pet shop after trying to return it, Detroit Grand Prix: Fans will have access to IndyCar drivers, cars again this year

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced relaxed COVID workplace rules Monday, 2 toddlers fall from separate Detroit apartment buildings, highlighting window-safety worries, 2 Michigan moms take action on car seats with new app for automaker, Michigan House Republicans adopt resolution against federal voting rights bill, Key players in attendance as Detroit Lions open organized team activities.

Meet Elizabeth Hertel, arguably the most powerful person in Michigan, Southfield Public Schools faces controversy over free prom tickets for vaccinated students, I took a ride in Ford's F-150 Lightning electric pickup: Here's what's new, different, and Detroit Tigers' Spencer Turnbull reflects on throwing no-hitter.

Michigan to lift all outdoor capacity restrictions June 1, eyes full reopening July 1, A year after Midland flood: Mud, erosion, missing lakes, disrupted lives and uncertainty, Rate of pedestrians killed last year hits gruesome milestone, and Detroit Lions new 3-4 defense: Trey Flowers, Romeo Okwara moving to outside linebacker.

President Biden's F-150 Lightning moment in Dearborn: How it really happened, Detroit boy, 12, mauled by dog hailed as hero for saving his three younger siblings, Tiki bar-themed pedal pub hitting downtown Detroit streets, and What Tigers RHP Spencer Turnbull said after throwing no-hitter.

Biden blasts Trump for rolling back fuel standards, says future of autos is electric, High poverty districts bear the brunt of the teacher turnover in Michigan, Child Tax Credit monthly payments to begin rolling out July 15, Steve Yzerman on extending Jeff Blashill, state of the Red Wings rebuild.

White House confirms President Biden will visit Michigan on Tuesday, New Detroit interim police chief will not 'try to be James Craig', Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' 50th anniversary: Motown Museum tours, Detroit street renaming, The sky spectacle of the year: A super blood moon and lunar eclipse is coming next week, and Pistons' Troy Weaver after 20-win season: 'I don't like the way it smells',

New York developer facing tight deadlines, neighborhood criticism in Detroit, Report: Economic opportunity was out of reach for many Detroiters before the pandemic, Bald eagle from Ann Arbor nest cam rescued after tangled in fishing line, and Pistons great Ben Wallace personified Detroit: An underdog in an underdog city.

UAW willing to fight GM to unionize 2 new battery plants, Board of Police Commissioners pass motion to start Detroit police chief search, What Michigan needs to know about the nation's gas shortage, rising gas prices, and Consumers paid more for bacon, hot dogs and milk in April.

Whitmer: It'll be harder for Michigan to hit next COVID-19 vaccination goal, We know why Gordon Ramsay was spotted in the U.P. last summer, Tax return deadline is May 17: How to get extra cash, why filing is vital for parents, Detroit Lions 2021 schedule announced.

He called 2 Eastern Michigan University men rapists. He was arrested before them, United Wholesale CEO: Our hardball tactic against Dan Gilbert firm a big success, 'Murder of an Elvis Girl' is Michigan author's search for answers to cousin's death, and 5 Lions games to watch on NFL schedule release day: Matthew Stafford reunion looms large.

Detroit Police Chief James Craig to retire, won't say whether he's running for governor, New detail confirmed on mystery project at Ford in Dearborn, Detroiter didn’t know he’d been sued and lifelong nightmare followed, and this is the most consequential week of Pistons basketball in a long time.

The oldest millennials are now turning 40, and, it seems, growing up to be like boomers, The beastly war machine GM Defense and a NASCAR legend are building, Ford Mustang Mach-E's estimated range was driving owner nuts, and Here's why Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings will have a busy offseason.

Joe Biden's support of labor unions is historic. Here's what it means, Michigan must do more to control pollution causing smog in downwind states, and U.P. residents annoyed about being forgotten: 'Who's making these maps?'

GM reports $3.3B first-quarter net profit despite semiconductor chip shortage, Restaurants in Metro Detroit struggle to find employees, Eastern Market Brewing Co. plans Royal Oak expansion, including new taproom by end of 2021, and PGA Tour's Rocket Mortgage Classic will have fans at Detroit Golf Club.

Michiganders aren't tracked if they receive a vaccine out of state, Minority student college enrollment down, even in Kalamazoo, where grads get free college, Thousands of best-selling pickup trucks sit along I-71 — and Wall Street is watching, Proposed menthol cigarettes ban will have big impact in Detroit, and Michigan basketball's Franz Wagner enters the NBA draft.

17 teachers at Detroit school: Instead of Teacher Appreciation gifts, help us buy supplies, How Michigan's tourism industry plans to bounce back this summer, Cannabis sales booming during the pandemic in Michigan, and the Detroit Lions' NFL draft grades 2021: Why most experts like this class.

'God wanted him to live': Harbor Beach family raises money for son's face transplant after suicide attempt, 240-pound sturgeon caught in Detroit River among biggest ever recorded in US,  Hybrid school isn't working, some Michigan parents, teachers say. Here's why., Detroit Lions accomplishing '2 pretty clear objectives' in first 2 days of 2021 NFL draft

Gov. Whitmer unveils plan to tie Michigan vaccination rates to easing COVID-19 rules, After a year of being shut down, Eagle Tavern at Greenfield Village is expected to reopen, Reunited Genesis to play Detroit's Little Caesars Arena as band embarks on Last Domino tour, and Ford's new racial equity director, Angela Henderson, tackles 'elephant in the room'.

Skyrocketing construction costs could put Michigan contractor out of business, Receiving unemployment benefits in Michigan? Get ready to prove work search efforts, Detroit Police Athletic League launches youth chess program, 

Police chief training in Novi church with 'Killology' speaker is canceled, 'First pour like this': 250 truckloads of concrete at Michigan Central Station in 10 hours, GM makes Time's 100 Most Influential Companies: Here's why, Body of Upper Peninsula teen missing for days is found, a heartbreaking end to the search, and Why Detroit Lions OT Taylor Decker says he won't get a COVID-19 vaccine shot.

Michigan to lose another seat in Congress as population moves West and South, Ford pays $49K to couple for 2014 Fiesta, settles defective transmission cases, Troy-based Flagstar to be acquired by New York bank in $2.6B deal, The best and worst moments — and the one that shocked — from the 2021 Oscars, and Michigan State football loses six more players to the NCAA transfer portal.

What's next to fix policing in Michigan after the verdicts in George Floyd's murder trial?, Feds had enough dirt on UAW to take over the union. Rory Gamble helped save it, Goldfish Swim School, founded in metro Detroit, now thriving and expanding nationwide, Historic U.P. resort applying to be 3rd International Dark Sky Park in Michigan, and Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario: 'Everything's going to be fine'.

RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel weighing 2022 challenge to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Nearly 700,000 Americans have received extra stimulus money this week: Here's why, Michigan unveils new COVID-19 testing locations at welcome centers, airport, Michigan ties to the 2021 Oscars: 'Minari,' 'Onward,' 'Trial of the Chicago 7', and 

Cold snaps, long nights: How freezing temps hurt Michigan farmers, Attorney Geoffrey Fieger accuses judges of trying to strong-arm his Flint water clients, Michigan man's Facebook group helps you track down hard-to-find PlayStation 5, New Baltimore boy, 13, crashes Mustang race car into concrete barrier at 70 mph, and Detroit Tigers' Michael Fulmer stung by singles in 3-2 loss to Pirates in Game 1.

Derek Chauvin to report back in 8 weeks for sentencing in George Floyd's death, Biden and Trump would have split Michigan's Electoral College votes, and Expert who spoke to Whitmer on new orders: Michigan is 'losing the race to the virus'.

Cities bracing for verdict in trial of former officer accused George Floyd's death, Whitmer says court ruling's a factor in COVID-19 surge, Pennsylvania widow drained of $39K in gift card scam by a man she fell for, and Michigan State basketball's Joshua Langford won't pursue pro career.

Lawsuit says Detroit police took turns punching man in face until he needed medical attention, Greta Van Fleet opens up on new album: Hard rockers wanted music 'fit to be the score of a fantastic film', Top 10 Cares raises nearly $500K for metro Detroit restaurants, helps feed those in need, and Detroit Tigers' weekend from hell in Oakland ends with bad luck loss in sweep.

Why Whitmer is not 'shutting down' Michigan despite the nation's worst COVID-19 surge, 2021 Porsche 911 turbo delivers legendary performance, latest tech, Michigan summer beers: Here are 5 Oberon alternatives for you to try, and Prized Michigan football signee Xavier Worthy asks out of national letter of intent.