Obama Nominates Wayne County Judge For US Court
The White House says President Barack Obama has nominated Wayne County Circuit Judge Gershwin Drain to a seat on U.S. District Court in Detroit.
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The White House says President Barack Obama has nominated Wayne County Circuit Judge Gershwin Drain to a seat on U.S. District Court in Detroit.
Supporters of the "Occupy" movement are out in force in several cities, marking two months since the birth of the movement.
There's another job opening in Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano's administration. Sharon Mattic, an accountant allegedly involved in kickback allegations, has been fired.
Durant picked up money from House Speaker John Boehner and made a haul in the Grosse Pointes.
Paycuts, new taxes and retiree concessions are all part of Detroit Mayor Dave Bing's plan to avoid an Emergency Manager takeover.
Avoiding an Emergency Manager is high on Detroit Mayor Dave Bing's list of priorities. But what is Governor Rick Snyder saying about that?
While Mayor Dave Bing calls for paycuts and concessions, an AFSME local rep tells WWJ unions have offered concrete proposals the city has ignored.
A fresh federal indictment lists additional corruption charges and new information in connection with the case against ex-Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and friends.
Everyone has an opinion about Detroit's finances, where the city went wrong and what it needs to do to right itself. So here's your chance to sound off.
Mayor Bing will address the city's deteriorating financial picture at 6pm Wed. night. WWJ's City Beat Reporter Vickie Thomas says sources are telling her that the mayor is expected to lay out plans to privatize the troubled bus and public lighting systems.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson says he thinks Bing is doing a credible job, but Patterson says he still thinks the city needs an emergency financial manager, saying the mayor can't solve this crisis alone.
A new study says Michigan is among just a handful of states raising taxes on low-income working families to finance tax cuts for other groups.
The DNR announced Tuesday it will buy the acreage in Menominee and Dickinson counties for $2.5 million from Wisconsin Electric Power Co.
The move to change term limits has effectively died - failing to win support other than two lawmakers in the Michigan House.
Bullying is now a crime in the city of Detroit.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop on Wednesday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves through Southeast Michigan.
A boater was killed, with another rescued from the water, after a boat flipped over in Oxbow Lake on Tuesday.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
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.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
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."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
The Parade Company is preparing for the 100th America's Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Detroit, and this year's grand marshal is businessman Dan Gilbert.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
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."
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers combined to allow one run as Detroit ended a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
More than two weeks before the Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 regular season, the team unveiled its new uniform on Tuesday.
Detroit's new professional women's hockey team welcomed its star player to Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, officially introducing Hilary Knight.
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.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office is taking a unique approach to attracting new talent to its pool of attorneys.
Michigan voters will decide the future of the “Money Out of Politics” proposal this November.
Birmingham's new project features three spires rising above the words "Birmingham Welcomes You." The master plan estimates that each large gateway monument costs about $43,000.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
Michigan will receive at least $171 million from the owner of Facebook and Instagram as part of a settlement that Meta Platforms has reached with 47 states, D.C. and three U.S. territories.
