Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, a beloved chicken restaurant chain, is set to open its newest location in Macomb County. Known for its delicious chicken recipes, Lee’s has been serving customers since 1966, and it continues to expand its presence, particularly in the Midwest. The latest addition to the chain will be situated in Roseville, at...
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Heartwarming Reunion: Baby Found in Detroit Reunited with Family
DETROIT – Police have confirmed that a baby discovered early Sunday morning in Detroit has been reunited with their family. In the early hours of June 30, 2024, a baby was found on the 3200 block of Virginia Park Street in Detroit. The discovery prompted a swift response from local authorities, leading to a heartfelt...
Iconic Detroit Venue, Rattlesnake Club, Shuts Down After 36-Year Run
The Rattlesnake Club shut down on June 28th, having operated in Downtown Detroit for almost 40 years. According to Mark Tuttle, the Chief Financial Officer of the restaurant, severance money was issued to the staff members who were informed of the closure on June 29. The contents of those shipments were kept a secret. The...
Sister’s Dying Words Lead to Arrest: Detroit Man Arrested 34 Years After Siblings’ Murder
The terrible murders of a brother and sister in Georgia were unsolved for 34 years before an arrest was made possible by a decades-old rape kit. According to the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office, Kenneth Perry, 55, was charged this week in connection with the stabbing deaths of Pamela Sumpter, 43, and John Sumpter, 46,...
Casino Controversy: MGM Grand Detroit Denies $127K Winnings to Woman
Last year, a woman at MGM Grand Detroit won the lottery of a lifetime; nevertheless, she was compelled to sue the casino instead of receiving her winnings. Even though Denise Ezell from Detroit is an experienced gambler, she was taken aback when, on October 30, 2023, she won $127,000 at MGM Grand while playing progressive...
Detroit Settles for $300,000 with Wrongly Accused Man, Revises Facial Recognition Policies
The city of Detroit has decided to alter how police use face recognition technology to investigate crimes and to pay $300,000 to a man who was falsely accused of theft. The terms are a component of the settlement of the case involving Robert Williams. In 2018, a man captured on security footage at a Shinola...
Detroit Zoo’s Red Panda Gives Birth to Twins, Pedestrian Bridge Closure Aids Cubs’ Development
Royal Oak, MI – The Detroit Zoo is celebrating the birth of twin red panda cubs to Ravi, a 7-year-old male, and Ginger, a first-time mom aged 3. Born on June 17, the cubs have been described by zoo officials as “healthy, hydrated, and vigorous,” under the attentive care of their mother Ginger during their...
Michigan’s Infrastructure Challenges Grow Amid Deputy’s Unsolved Murder
No Charges Yet in Deputy’s Murder: The investigation into the tragic murder of Oakland County Deputy Bradley Reckling continues without charges filed against the three suspects apprehended. Deputy Reckling was fatally shot in Detroit while pursuing a vehicle stolen earlier that day. According to Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, the suspects ambushed Deputy Reckling after...
Reviving Dreams: Ex-Felon Starts New Chapter with Motor City Match Grant in Detroit
DETROIT – The Motor City Match grant program is making a significant impact by empowering local entrepreneurs in Detroit. One of its most inspiring success stories involves Daryl Young, an ex-felon whose dream of opening a restaurant is becoming a reality thanks to the program’s support. Daryl Young, a Detroit entrepreneur, is realizing his dream...
Detroit-Area Man Killed in Neighbor Conflict Stabbing, Police Say
(CBS DETROIT) – A tragic incident unfolded in Redford Township, Michigan, resulting in the death of a man following a heated argument with his neighbor. The altercation, which escalated into violence, ended with a fatal stabbing, according to police reports. According to CBS NEWS Sunday at 3:39 p.m., Redford Township officers were dispatched to a residence on...