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Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 24th, 2020

Ford employee gets asked for lottery numbers, Black and Mobile, delivery app for Black-owned restaurants ramps back up in Detroit, nearly 4000 eviction orders have been sent out in Michigan, and the Detroit Lions' Darrell Bevell, other coaches may not be available Saturday due to COVID-19 protocols.

Dec 24, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 23rd, 2020

Chevy Chase makes surprise return during SNL to spotlight electric Mustang, Michigan prison internal affairs chief alleges improper meddling by boss, Rouge River tributary turns slime green after city conducts sewage dye test, Star chef Max Hardy introduces Ohio-based pizza & wing franchise Jed's to Detroit, and Detroit Lions dealing with another COVID-19 outbreak, cancel Tuesday practice.

Dec 23, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 22nd, 2020

Judge vows to listen to Flint residents on proposed $600M-plus settlement, 'Under attack:' How criminals stole hundreds of millions in unemployment benefits, Christmas Star in sky tonight for first time in 800 years, Greenfield Village brings the story of historic Detroit markets to life, and Detroit Lions' decision to fire Brayden Coombs was about more than Sunday's rogue play call.

Dec 22, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 21st, 2020

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces an update on COVID-19 restrictions and the Detroit Lions lose to the Tennessee Titans.

Dec 21, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 18th, 2020

5 accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Whitmer plead not guilty, Michigan's MEDC opens up a first come first serve small business grant, Michigan State football game vs. Maryland canceled again.

Dec 18, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 17th, 2020

Biden taps climate czar, former EPA chief who came under fire over Flint water crisis, Police in 'ghosted out' Ford Explorers bust unsuspecting drunken drivers, Detroit Free Press' 'We Lived It' podcast and recapping the early signing period for College Football in Michigan.

Dec 17, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 16th, 2020

Beaumont Health, Michigan's largest hospital system, gets COVID-19 vaccine, Tonya Allen leaves the Skillman Foundation for the McKnight Foundation, 2021 Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is everything most of us could ask for, and an update on football in the state of Michigan.

Dec 16, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 15th, 2020

First Michigander gets COVID-19 vaccine: 'I've been more than ready to do this', Michigan's Electoral College delegates cast all 16 votes for Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Top priest at Orchard Lake St. Mary's sued for sexual harassment, UAW, feds reach a settlement after corruption scandal.

Dec 15, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 14th, 2020

Michigan man exonerated after nearly 4 decades in prison tells his story and the Pfizer vaccine is transported from Michigan facilities.

Dec 14, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 11th, 2020

Michigan slated to get 84,825 doses of Pfizer vaccine 'within hours' of FDA approval, Mom of D'Wan Sims, the boy who disappeared 26 years ago, dies with case unsolved, Warren police shoot man accused of trying to run over officers after stealing from eatery, Jon Hamm talks Detroit, coney island 'spite stores' with Jimmy Fallon on 'Tonight Show'.

Dec 11, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 10th, 2020

Fighter jet crashes in Upper Peninsula's Hiawatha National Forest, crews search for pilot, Detroit mother, 33, gives birth to healthy boy then dies of COVID-19 before holding him, Detroit Archdiocese announces major reorganization of 216 Catholic parishes, Amazon to build a facility at former horse track, and Michigan State basketball has a right to be upset after Virginia postponement debacle.

Dec 10, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 9th, 2020

The novel coronavirus reaches 10,000 deaths in Michigan, Detroit water shutoff protections extended through 2022, permanent stop planned, Catholics schools sue Michigan over COVID-19 shutdown order, Porch Pirates return to Michigan in the Holiday season, andhe University fo Michigan and Ohio State football game cancelled due to a spike in covid cases.

Dec 9, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 8th, 2020

Whitmer's 12-day COVID-19 extension: What to know, Sheriff who suggested Whitmer kidnapping could be 'citizen's arrest' sues over the election, Loves Furniture took over many Art Van stores. Now it faces struggle, too., Did you receive a yellow bag on your door about foreclosure? Here's how to stay in your home, and Michigan football returned to practice Monday, but Saturday’s game at Ohio State remains uncertain.

Dec 8, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 7th, 2020

Two COVID-19 vaccine candidates up for approval this month, and two COVID-19 vaccine candidates up for approval this month. 

Dec 7, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 4th, 2020

Andiamo owners change stance on defying state's ban on indoor dinning, fewer Black Michiganders are dying of COVID-19, but more work is needed, task force says, Does travel insurance pay off in a COVID-19 era? Here are things to consider, 2020 has been going down the drain, now you can actually flush it away, Michigan college football and how COVID is affecting the teams.

Dec 4, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 3rd, 2020

Rudy Giuliani calls the 2020 election in Michigan a con and swindle job, fraudulent claims in Michigan continue to plague benefits system, unemployment chief says, Mackinac Bridge Authority: Climbing the towers to take pics isn't worth the risk, Michigan craft beer holiday packs to get you through the rest of 2020, Michigan football benched by positive COVID-19 cases; AD waiting for 'over 100 tests'.

Dec 3, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 2nd, 2020

Election lawsuit cites fraud in Michigan county that does not exist, Grosse Pointe Schools faces dwindling enrollment after a year of controversy, COVID-19, how soon can Michiganders get a COVID-19 vaccine? Answering your biggest questions, PlayStation 5 turns into holiday fantasy for scammers, and the future of Blake Griffin and the Detroit Pistons.

Dec 2, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for December 1st, 2020

Letter from Andiamo owners urges Michigan restaurants to defy dine-in shutdown, pressure builds on Michigan lawmakers to provide COVID-19 relief to cities, businesses, shave your face and you may get free McRib sandwich from McDonald's, and the future of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Dec 1, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 30th, 2020

Weekly news update and the Detroit Lions fire Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn.

Nov 30, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 27th, 2020

Guilt gifting is on the rise, Mall Santas will look a bit different this year, Ford CEO chases his dream to drive fast, what Black Calder, Michigan's first Black-owned brewery, truly means for craft beer, and the Houston Texans defeat the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving day.

Nov 27, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 26th, 2020

Ford will increase response to COVID19 pandemic, including donating 100,000 facemasks, Detroit City Council passes recreational marijuana sales ordinance, Upper Peninsula residents scramble to save the Vista Theater, Beyoncé leads Grammy nominations; Big Sean, Royce da 5'9", Kiki Sheard among Detroit noms, and a preview of Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Day.

Nov 26, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 25th, 2020

Detroit City Council rejects mayor's plan for overtaxed homeowners, calling it insufficient, flower shop target of online harassment after Shinkle abstains from Michigan vote, Meijer limits individual brands of alcohol sales throughout the holidays, Michigan brewery ceases sales, production of Detroit Lions-themed 'Same Old Lager', Detroit Lions head Coach Matt Patricia explains how they get ready in a short week.

Nov 25, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 24th, 2020

Michigan board votes to certify election results despite GOP calls to delay, expect to see more dining domes in Detroit as city extends its outside eating program, Trenton restaurant owner protests governor with 'Gretch the Grinch' inflatable, 

Nov 24, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 23rd, 2020

COVID case count continues to climb in Michigan, the Ford F150, and after shutout loss, how does Matt Patricia remain Detroit Lions coach?

Nov 23, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 20th, 2020

Wisconsin defendant in Whitmer kidnap plot plans to fight his extradition to Michigan, U-M economists say the vaccine could boost U.S. growth in 2021, Detroit Free Press's Opionion editor says Michigan Republican lawmakers shouldn't visit the White House, and looking at the Detroit Pistons Draft Night

Nov 20, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 19th, 2020

It has been half a year since the Mid Michigan floods, Wayne County canvassers doxxed and threatened over votes, with COVID-19 raging, hospitals restrict visitors, and as Michigan's cinemas close again due to COVID-19, a much bigger fight for survival looms

Nov 19, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 18th, 2020

GOP members of Wayne County Board of Canvassers vote against certifying election results, Corktown construction continues for Ford Motor Company, new Michigan unemployment claims drop slightly again, grocery stores see rush amid 3-week shutdowns, COVID-19 spike in Michigan, and Michigan State's Mel Tucker message amid transfer, opt-outs: 'Compete to play, compete to stay'.

Nov 18, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 17th, 2020

Whitmer says state can't do much to help laid-off workers, calls for stimulus package, Detroit to enforce new Michigan COVID-19 restrictions, provide free testing to residents, and even in a win, the Lions’ flaws are apparent. Can they fix them soon?

Nov 17, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 16th, 2020

Governor Gretchen Whitmer puts Michigan on hold and a bad weekend of Michigan football.

Nov 16, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 13th, 2020

Whitmer warns she's 'strongly considering' any action to combat COVID-19 spread, Whitmer kidnap ringleader wanted to televise executions, set fire to Michigan Capitol, Detroit schools halt face-to-face learning because of COVID-19, Detroit schools halt face-to-face learning because of COVID-19, and the new Detroit Tigers coaching staff.

Nov 13, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 12th, 2020

Welcome to the era of the restaurant walk-up window, new development in Detroit will bring trade school to neighborhood, South Haven model shows a different side of romance scams and College Basketball signing day.

Nov 12, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 11th, 2020

Internet sleuths are trying to prove dead people voted in Michigan, Ford announces key investments in plants to build EVs like the new E-Transit van, ... , Coronavirus spike in Hamtramck leads to closing of city clerk office

Nov 11, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 10th, 2020

Dow Jones soars amid news of 90% effective COVID-19 vaccine candidate, three dozen employees in Warren test positive for COVID-19, a giraffe named Zara arrives at the Detroit Zoo, expect record-breaking warm weather in Michigan, then rain, and suddenly it will be cold again, and Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo tests positive for COVID-19.

Nov 10, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 9th, 2020

Joe Biden Wins Presidential Election, COVID-19 case count and how the Lions season is going.

Nov 9, 20206 min

Joe Biden elected 46th President of the United States

Joe Biden will become the 46th President of the United States and Michigan Trump supporters react.

Nov 7, 20200 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 6th, 2020

President Trump makes false ballot claims, COVID-29 cases spike in MI

Nov 6, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 5th, 2020

Biden secures Michigan and the Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford back for second stint on reserve/COVID-19 list.

Nov 5, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 4th, 2020

The day after election day and the Lions.

Nov 4, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 3rd, 2020

How to vote with absentee ballot, Misinformation and disinformation.

Nov 3, 20207 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for November 2nd, 2020

November 2nd Weekly Update and a weekend of Michigan football.

Nov 2, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 30th, 2020

Michigan again a target of election disinformation, why land is at the center of Duggan's plan to address Detroit overtaxation, Daylight Saving Time: Sunday means an extra hour of sleep that we've needed since March,

Oct 30, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 29th, 2020

The impact around COVID-19 and voter intimidation during election day, Impostor nurse who lied to land high-paying VP job in Ann Arbor gets prison time, Michigan's TikTok stars spread positivity, happy messages amid tough time, Detroit Lions' Matt Patricia on what he already knows about Everson Griffen.

Oct 29, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 28th, 2020

Trump rally at Lansing airport, Grosse Pointe school board race takes a nasty turn, Peter Dabish convinces Wayne County judge to appeal murder case, Michigan State football's Rocky Lombardi speaks on Michigan State Vs. University of Michigan game.

Oct 28, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 26th, 2020

New Michigan jobless claims drop to levels not seen since before the pandemic, COVID-19 cases surge on Mackinac Island as season comes to an end, Navy instructor pilot from Michigan dies in training flight in Alabama along with student, Small Michigan and Indiana colleges spent the summer debating to play college football this fall and BIG 10's Michigan State Vs. the University of Michigan game this week.

Oct 27, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 26th, 2020

October 26th Coronavirus Update and Detroit Lions stun Atlanta Falcons, 23-22, on Matthew Stafford's last-second TD pass.

Oct 26, 20206 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 23rd, 2020

October 23 Coronavirus Update, Wayne State taking a mental Health Day, Subaru does adoption day, President Trump ends 60 minute interview because of Governor Gretchen Whitmer's questions, and a full weekend of football.

Oct 23, 20204 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 22nd, 2020

GM reveals its GMC Hummer EV pickup and prices it more than $100,000, October 22nd Coronavirus Update, Owner of Andiamo chain acquires 3 metro Detroit restaurants, October 22nd Coronavirus Update, Nursing home rules relaxed in Michigan, and Detroit Free Press Big Ten Predictions.

Oct 22, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 21st, 2020

October 21st Coronavirus Update, Home sales skyrocket in Metro Detroit, Banks look to new accounts to attract the unbanked as COVID-19 takes a toll, and the Detroit Lions defeat the Jaguars.    

Oct 21, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 20th, 2020

Jake Capobres, 14, of Plymouth flies his racing drone in his backyard on Monday, 2021 Cadillac Escalade's features and tech propel luxury SUV to leadership, Michigan football's Jim Harbaugh enters 2020 season with contract uncertainty, and What is '8645'? Whitmer's pin an anti-Trump message using restaurant industry slang 

Oct 20, 20205 min

Detroit Free Press Briefing for October 19th, 2020

Governor Gretchen Whitmer's kidnappers in trial and October 19th Coronavirus Update.

Oct 19, 20205 min