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...
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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...
Detroit Police Successfully Locate Missing 17-Year-Old Girl
DETROIT — Detroit Police have announced that Alexis Jackson, a 17-year-old girl who went missing on Juneteenth, has been found. Alexis was last seen on June 19 after attending a family gathering in the 3900 block of Harding, near Mack Ave. in the East Canfield neighborhood. When she did not return home, her family reported...
Detroit Man Arrested in Morgantown Traffic Stop for Fentanyl Possession
Following a check of his car in Morgantown, police in Detroit charged a guy after discovering over 80 grams of fentanyl. Authorities with the Morgantown Police Department said that on June 25, they observed “a suspect vehicle involved in a hit and run report” from the day before parked in a High Street spot. While...
Michigan’s New Policy: Museums or Higher Taxes?
(The Center Square) – A new policy in Michigan could significantly impact property taxes for households in Oakland and Macomb counties. The Michigan House recently approved House Bill 4177, which aims to subsidize two nonprofit museums: the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and the Detroit Historical Museum. These institutions, run by the...
From Passion to Profit: How HFC Alumna Tiffany Williams is Changing the Culinary Scene
Henry Ford College (HFC) alumna Tiffany Williams is making waves in the Metro Detroit culinary community. Known for her creativity and passion for food, Williams has become a recognized name, making appearances on FOX 2 Detroit and Local 4. Recently, her Detroit-based company, Taste Tiff’s Catering, was spotlighted in an article in DBusiness. “I’ve always...