Lions' Fairley Kicks Off Annual Community Kickball Tourney
A fun afternoon for dozens of kids who got the chance to play kickball with Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley, for his annual Community Kickball Team Tournament.
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A fun afternoon for dozens of kids who got the chance to play kickball with Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley, for his annual Community Kickball Team Tournament.
The old English D along with the Tigers home uniforms are classic. I would never be in favor of messing with the Tigers home uniforms.
The good news is the Lions have agreed to terms with head coach Jim Schwartz on a contract extension beyond the 2012 season. He is entering the final year of his existing contract.
Former Detroit Lions cornerback Eric Wright was arrested on a felony DUI charge in Los Angeles on Monday.
Over the weekend, Ryan passed along the report that the NFL would relax local blackout rules for the 2012 NFL season.
Here's the stat that defines the Lions offseason: relevant free agents signed, four; offseason arrests, six.
More than two years removed from his last NFL action, former quarterback Daunte Culpepper admitted Saturday that his professional football days are firmly behind him.
Earlier this month, the NFL announced that the "All-22" coaches film would be available to fans for the low, low coast of $70 per season.
Detroitlions.com is reporting that Lions Head Coach Jim Schwartz and the team have agreed to a new multi-year contract extension.
Lions fans all know how good Calvin Johnson is. They've known it for quite a while. But last season, it seemed like the rest of the country finally caught on.
Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley has pleaded not guilty on charges that include drunken driving following his arrest last month near his hometown of Mobile.
Maybe they should just avoid cars. That would be a start.
The knee-jerk reaction: Release Aaron Berry. It'll send a message.
He reportedly struck parked vehicles in a hotel parking lot, was arrested and released pending charges.
The Detroit Lions have signed veteran safety Sean Jones to a one-year contract today.
New Era is the new maker of hats for the NFL this year.
Last August, Tom Kowalski, who covered the Lions for Mlive.com and Booth Newspapers and who was revered by fans and colleagues for his wonderful coverage as a journalist, died suddenly at the age of 51 from heart failure.
Coach Jim Schwartz characterized his team's entire offseason program as "outstanding."
Mikel Leshoure took the handoff from Matthew Stafford. He made two quick jukes and then burst through the line and sprinted toward the end zone.
Though we've seen several different franchised players pick up long-term deals this offseason (Titans safety Michael Griffin was the latest on Tuesday), we've also seen plenty of unhappy franchise-tagged players not get new deals.
Pete Prisco, a national NFL writer for CBSsports.com, recently ranked Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh as the most overrated player in the NFL, stating that he merely just "got blocked" last season.
Former NFL defensive lineman Alonzo Spellman has been released from the Tulsa County Jail after pleading no contest to a variety of charges.
Is Tim Tebow overrated? Of course, he is.
With just over five weeks to go before training camp begins for the Lions in Allen Park, here's five storylines to watch for in the coming months.
A suspect was fatally shot in Alpena County by an officer who was assaulted during a traffic stop on a reported stolen vehicle, police said.
A Detroit man is accused of leaving his three dogs outside and allowing two of them to freeze to death.
Criminal charges have been filed after a man was severely beaten during a break-in at his Shelby Township home.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Michigan residents who begin an unemployments claim during 2026 will be eligible for $84 more per week than those who filed in 2025.
A Detroit man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Kroger store.
A relative got involved during an altercation between a man and a woman in Inkster, and the man was then fatally wounded, police say.
A suspect was fatally shot in Alpena County by an officer who was assaulted during a traffic stop on a reported stolen vehicle, police said.
A Detroit man is accused of leaving his three dogs outside and allowing two of them to freeze to death.
A fatal crash during the early morning on Monday resulted in the closure of Interstate 275 in the Livonia area.
Ford Motor Co. is pivoting away from its once-ambitious electric vehicle plans amid financial losses and waning consumer demand for the vehicles.
A 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders about $42, which is around $15 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal.
The management company of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Metro Detroit has agreed to pay $1.5 million to settle an alleged Paycheck Protection Program loan fraud.
Slower adoption of electric vehicles was cited as the reason for pending layoffs at GM's Factory Zero.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
The Department of Homeland Security has tripled its "exit bonus" offered to undocumented migrants who voluntarily leave the United States by Dec. 31, 2025.
Northern U.S. states and higher elevations have the best chances of a white Christmas, while southern and western areas are far less likely to see snow this year.
Rep. Ro Khanna said the release of an initial tranche of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was a "slap in the face of survivors," while Rep. Thomas Massie said the DOJ is "flouting the spirit and the letter of the law."
President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana. While it might seem like a small move, it opens a new door for the industry as a whole.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Henry Ford Health has announced new labor agreements with registered nurses and radiology technicians at its Rochester hospital.
A Michigan hospital is asking members of the public to raise their flashlights as well as the spirits of children during the holiday season.
Oakland County health officials are reporting a confirmed case of measles in a pediatric patient at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital.
Jared Goff and Dan Campbell have refused to blame the officials after the Detroit Lions were penalized two times in the final 22 seconds of a 29-24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers — with each flag negating a go-ahead touchdown.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have pushed the Detroit Lions to the brink of elimination from the playoffs thanks to a wild finish.
Moritz Seider scored at 4:36 of overtime and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Sunday to sweep a home-and-home series.
A lawsuit filed on Friday claims the Detroit Lions copied a company's Motor City Muscle trademark and that brand's distinct appearance.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Lions is set for 4:25 p.m. at Ford Field in Detroit.
With one in eight adults at risk for kidney disease, Dr. Silas Norman, a University of Michigan doctor specializing in kidney health, and Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber, appear on Michigan Matters.
The state of Michigan can do better when it comes to raising the bar on K-12 public education.
The Detroit show will attract hundreds of thousands to the area as automakers, tech companies and more gravitate to downtown Detroit.
This week on Michigan Matters, Carol Cain speaks with retail owners and entrepreneurs ahead of the holiday season.
Hundreds of thousands will line up along Woodward Avenue for America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.
With one in eight adults at risk for kidney disease, Dr. Silas Norman, a University of Michigan doctor specializing in kidney health, and Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber, appear on Michigan Matters to discuss the importance of kidney health.
A fatal shooting happened during a Michigan State Police traffic stop in Alpena Township.
A Detroit man has been charged with first-degree murder and felony firearm in connection with the fatal shooting of a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Westland Kroger store.
A fatal shooting is under investigation in Inkster, Michigan.
A Detroit man has been charged with first-degree murder and felony firearm in connection with the fatal shooting of a Salvation Army bell ringer at a suburban Kroger store.