On his final day at WDIV-TV, Bernie Smilovitz, a beloved figure in Detroit sports broadcasting, was bid farewell with heartfelt emotions and fond memories. Alongside reporters Mara MacDonald, Paula Tutman, and business editor Rod Meloni, Smilovitz took a voluntary retirement package after nearly four decades of service. Smilovitz, renowned for his light-hearted style and popular...
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Egg-citing News: Effin Egg to Hatch in Detroit’s Cass Corridor
Detroit’s Cass Corridor is set to welcome a new dining experience as the former Treat Dreams location on Cass Avenue transforms into a breakfast haven called Effin Egg. According to the source, this national chain, known for its breakfast delights, is expanding its footprint across major cities like Detroit, New York, Phoenix, and Memphis. Effin...
El Asador Steakhouse: Michigan’s Best Mexican Restaurant
In the realm of Mexican cuisine in Michigan, one restaurant is making waves nationwide. According to Love Food’s latest rankings, which celebrate the best Mexican restaurants across the United States, Michigan’s top spot goes to El Asador Steakhouse in Detroit. Known for its innovative approach to traditional Mexican dishes, El Asador has garnered attention for...
Assault and Theft: Detroit Beauty Supply Store Incident
Detroit, MI – In a disturbing incident at a beauty supply store on W. Warren Avenue, Detroit Police are intensifying their search for two female suspects involved in a theft and assault case. According to reports from the Detroit Police Department (DPD), the incident occurred around 4:45 p.m. on Saturday, June 22nd. Upon responding to...
Tragic Loss: Single Mom Killed in Warren Police Chase Crash
A tragic incident unfolded in Warren, Michigan, as a 42-year-old single mother lost her life during a police pursuit. Katrina Shuker, a passenger in an SUV, was fatally injured when the vehicle she was in was struck by another car fleeing from police. The pursuit, initiated by Warren police after spotting three Dodge Chargers drag...
Firework Mishap in Griffith, Indiana: 7 Injured, 4 Homes Damaged
GRIFFITH, Ind. — A private fireworks display in Lake County, Indiana, took a devastating turn on Saturday night, resulting in injuries to seven individuals and significant property damage. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the 900 block of North Arbogast Street in Griffith, Indiana. According to local authorities, a malfunction during the private fireworks...
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Brings Flavor to Roseville: New Location Opening Soon!
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...
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,...