'Pillar of Motown' Esther Gordy Edwards Dead At 91
Esther Gordy Edwards, founder of Detroit's Motown Museum and mentor to Motown stars, has died at the age of 91.
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Esther Gordy Edwards, founder of Detroit's Motown Museum and mentor to Motown stars, has died at the age of 91.
The Lady of Soul is appearing tonight for a one-night-only show at the DTE Energy Music Theatre.
Thursday evening, the Royal Oak Farmers Market will transform into a performing arts and party pavilion for the official "appetizer" of the Ford Arts, Beats & Eats festival.
Kem will donate all proceeds and canned goods collected at the concert to organizations that benefit Detroit's homeless.
Dinosaurs Alive! on Adventure Island, a prehistoric themed attraction, opens in the summer of 2012. Cedar Point will also add a mat-racer slide complex to the Soak City waterpark located adjacent to the park.
The state has granted tax incentives to a video game producer that will put Detroit in a ghost hunting game on video screens across the country.
Are Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith still together? The jury's out. But here's a photo slideshow of them through the years to let you judge for yourself. Do they look like they're still in love?
Nick Ashford, one-half of the legendary Motown songwriting duo Ashford & Simpson, has died at age 70.
A poll indicates Michigan voters remain disenchanted with the job being done by Gov. Rick Snyder.
Patterson appears with VanderVeen and others on "Michigan Matters" to give viewers a preview of the new terminal and talk about the economic impact of airports.
Elmo, Super Grover & Friends arrive at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, January 26, 2012.
It doesn't really matter if you're in your 50s or 60s because this weekend, everyone can be a teenager at the Woodward Dream Cruise.
While the cars are the stars on Woodward Avenue this weekend, in Macomb County the spotlight is on the sky.
It could be like a scene from a movie Saturday on Belle Isle, as thousands gather in an attempt to break a World Dodgeball record.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
A woman is dead and two other people are injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a TGI Fridays in Southfield, Michigan, late Friday, according to police.
A Chinese national accused of operating an international human trafficking ring in Macomb County will spend years behind bars.
As of Saturday afternoon, DTE Energy says around 4,000 utility workers are focused on restoring power to tens of thousands of Southeast Michigan residents.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
The Trump administration is allowing construction of a state-federal project aimed at preventing invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes to move forward.
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
The Michigan Supreme Court turned down an emergency request to place the measure on the ballot, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court also declined to intervene.
Detroit's chief public health officer, Ali Abazeed, confirmed in a press conference following Thursday's severe weather that the first human case of West Nile virus has been recorded.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The rate of students requesting vaccine exemptions increased from 3.1% in 2015 to 3.4% in 2020, then to 6.2% in 2024, and reached a 12-year high in 2025, according to the latest data.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
Bryce Underwood converted with a second chance on a Hail Mary, connecting with JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard touchdown pass that lifted No. 16 Michigan over Western Michigan 13-12.
Riley Greene hit two solo homers, had a season-high four hits and drove in four runs, and Framber Valdez threw seven innings to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Saturday night.
Alessio Milivojevic converted a fourth down with a 5-yard, go-ahead touchdown pass to Rodney Bullard early in the fourth quarter and Michigan State went on to beat Toledo 30-20 on Friday night in Pat Fitzgerald's debut as coach of the Spartans.
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
The Detroit Lions are hoping to win the NFC North for the third time in four years.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
Cooler and drier for the rest of the long weekend
A day after President Trump called the conflict with Iran “small potatoes,” U.S. forces struck multiple Iranian tankers. Iran says it’s striking back, aiming at three vessels tied to the U.S. The escalation in the Middle East comes as oil prices rise and the midterms move closer. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
A woman is dead and two other people are injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a TGI Fridays in Southfield late Friday. A man is in custody in connection with the incident.
After severe weather, the damage is now coming into focus across Southeast Michigan. Residents spent Saturday clearing away debris and repairing homes. The National Weather Service says three tornadoes touched down across the area between Wednesday and Thursday. Julia Avant heard from DTE Energy about when tens of thousands of customers may expect their power to be restored.
Drying conditions and cooler air take over this weekend.