2014: Notable Deaths In The World Of Sports
Cashmere Jackson, 26, former national boxing champion. She won the national light welterweight titles in 2010 and 2011 and a bronze medal in 2010 at the world boxing championships
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Cashmere Jackson, 26, former national boxing champion. She won the national light welterweight titles in 2010 and 2011 and a bronze medal in 2010 at the world boxing championships
Greg Monroe had 19 points and 15 rebounds, Andre Drummond scored 20 points and the Pistons ended a four-game skid with a 119-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Smith was let go by the Pistons after signing a four-year, $54 million contract in July 2013. He has averaged 15.4 points and 7.8 rebounds during his 11-year career.
Here are some sports stories that helped remind us why we watch.
Pistons president and coach Stan Van Gundy, along with ownership, decided that waiving the
As bad as Josh Smith has been with the Pistons, this decision to part ways with him goes beyond simply wanting him out of town.
"In fairness to Josh, being a highly versatile 10-year veteran in this league, we feel it's best to give him his freedom to move forward."
Brandon Jennings scored 22 points to lead Detroit, which extended its single-season franchise record for consecutive home losses and moved within seven of the NBA record set by the 1993-94 Dallas Mavericks.
Everyone's favorite "human victory cigar," Darko Milicic, has made his professional kickboxing debut.
Chandler Parsons hasn't adjusted to the Dallas Mavericks as quickly as he would have liked.
"They shot the ball very well, moved the ball very well, and we could not keep up. They totally tore our defense apart."
Detroit Pistons president and coach Stan Van Gundy can either choose to let this season go down as a lost year, hope to get a good draft pick and make all of his moves in the summer, or try to improve his team now.
Bynum played his first game for the Guangdong Southern Tigers Friday night, when apparently the team's equipment manager took the night off.
The Pistons used a 24-14 advantage in the third quarter and never relinquished the lead in registering back-to-back wins for only the second time all season.
Andre Drummond -- who finished with 23 points and 14 rebounds -- sank a free throw with 2.5 seconds left, to lead the Detroit Pistons over the Phoenix Suns 105-103 win Friday night.
The Pistons revealed the new jerseys in an Instagram post on Thursday, captioned "Recognizing our roots. Our Specter Edition jerseys are here."
The $38 million hall sits on the edge of the north end zone. It's one of several new Michigan dorms — at Western, Eastern Michigan and U-M — opening as the state's pool of high school graduates shrinks by a projected 20% over the next 15 years.
Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin announced that he will report to training camp, months after he reportedly requested a trade from his hometown team.
Michigan's football team has much bigger problems than a clock controversy.
A long wait is almost over for the Detroit Lions.
Michigan has several connections to the events of Sept. 11, 2001, among them 18 University of Michigan alumni who died during the terrorist attacks.
The ceremony also paid tribute to the firefighters, police officers and emergency personnel who risked their lives to help others.
Mike Rogers, the Republican candidate for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat, lashed into his Democratic opponent Abdul El-Sayed when speaking at the Republican National Committee Midterm Convention.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed held a town hall Thursday evening in Detroit, with the midterm election now under two months away.
Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin announced that he will report to training camp, months after he reportedly requested a trade from his hometown team.
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.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
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.
The ceremony also paid tribute to the firefighters, police officers and emergency personnel who risked their lives to help others.
The $38 million hall sits on the edge of the north end zone. It's one of several new Michigan dorms — at Western, Eastern Michigan and U-M — opening as the state's pool of high school graduates shrinks by a projected 20% over the next 15 years.
Mike Rogers, the Republican candidate for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat, lashed into his Democratic opponent Abdul El-Sayed when speaking at the Republican National Committee Midterm Convention.
The report comes at a pivotal moment for the Federal Reserve, which is scheduled to meet next week to decide whether to hike interest rates.
One Canadian whiskey maker has found a workaround to Trump's Canadian alcohol ban.
Oakland County Health Division is encouraging residents to protect themselves against mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile and eastern equine encephalitis viruses.
Conflicting information on both the federal and state levels regarding childhood vaccines may be confusing for parents, and Michigan health leaders are making sure their stance is clear.
State health officials said the mosquito-borne illness was found in an 18-month-old quarter horse filly.
Trinity Health Corp. expects to permanently lay off 557 workers in Wayne County as part of a restructuring effort.
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.
The Pistons revealed the new jerseys in an Instagram post on Thursday, captioned "Recognizing our roots. Our Specter Edition jerseys are here."
The $38 million hall sits on the edge of the north end zone. It's one of several new Michigan dorms — at Western, Eastern Michigan and U-M — opening as the state's pool of high school graduates shrinks by a projected 20% over the next 15 years.
Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin announced that he will report to training camp, months after he reportedly requested a trade from his hometown team.
Michigan's football team has much bigger problems than a clock controversy.
A long wait is almost over for the Detroit Lions.
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.
A teen was found alive, clinging to a capsized fishing boat in the Bering Sea, after the vessel went missing over the weekend. Two other boaters were found dead.
Community members, first responders, faith leaders and elected officials gathered at Canton’s Veterans Memorial on Friday to remember the lives lost on Sept. 1, 2001, and reflect on the lessons that continue to resonate years later.
A gorgeous Friday. Will the nice weather last through the weekend? NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us what we can expect.
Michigan Humane presents two shelter animals in its care available for adoption in Metro Detroit. They are Hank, the dog, and Honor, the cat.
The Michigan Public Service Commission on Thursday approved a $74.52 million net rate increase for DTE gas customers. Memorial events, presentations and theater productions will take place in Southeast Michigan this fall to remember the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
