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U.S. Senate candidates El-Sayed, Rogers debate in Grand Rapids tonight
WOOD-TV will host the first debate between the nominees in a closely watched US Senate battle.
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Move Detroit gives $15,000 grants to retain residents, grow population
The Move Detroit coalition, alongside Mayor Mary Sheffield, announced the first round of recipients for grants to retain and attract residents.
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11-year-old accidentally shot by sibling in west Detroit home
Police Chief Todd Bettison was frustrated after a child accidentally shot a sibling with a gun that was not secured. The children were home alone.
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Don't miss the Free Press at Story Fest 2026 this Thursday, Oct. 8
Detroit Free Press reporter John Wisely will join other journalists and artists for Detroit Story Fest on Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Detroit Opera.
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Michigan's next governor will take debate stage again on WDIV-TV
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, the Democratic nominee for governor, will face Republican U.S. Rep. John James for a second debate.
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Naked Burger closes its doors in Clinton Township
Naked Burger in Clinton Township has closed as owners shift focus to Patty & Press brand, but say they will open another location.
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Waymo starts driverless rides in Detroit; public service planned
Waymo has started fully autonomous rides in Detroit but isn't ready to open its robotaxi service to the public yet.
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Neighbors to bring back Prest Street block club after mass shooting
Neighbors in the Prest Street area of Detroit said it needs a block club again. "There are babies on the block," said Willie Mae Gibson, 96.
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Historic Detroit mansion where J.L. Hudson lived lists for nearly $2M
The 1872 Brush Park home in the Brush Park neighborhood once rented by J.L. Hudson has nearly 9,000 square feet, 11 bedrooms and seven fireplaces.
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Michigan Lottery winner to pay off debt after $2M scratch-off prize
A Wayne County man plans to pay off his debt after winning $2 million on a Michigan Lottery Big Money Pay Day instant ticket purchased in Detroit.
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Great players becoming great announcers is a made-in-Detroit story
George Kell, Al Kaline, Mickey Redmond and more represent a tradition of Detroit athletes that have become beloved sports announcers in various forms.
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Judge orders Wayne County to count 37 votes in Hamtramck mayoral race
Wayne County must count 37 votes in Hamtramck's mayoral race, a judge ordered. The current mayor won by only 11 votes in Nov.
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