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Detroit Regional Chamber urges Whitmer to join Trump-backed tax credit opposed by teachers union

A prominent business group wants Governor Gretchen Whitmer to opt Michigan into a federal education program that's opposed by the state’s largest teachers union. The Detroit Regional Chamber sent a letter urging Whitmer to join the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit. The program allows people to make a $1,700 donation to a Scholarship Granting Organization who – in turn – gives out scholarships to students.

Michigan · 19h
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Sterling Heights Approves 82-Unit Chaldean Foundation Apartments on Van Dyke

An 82-unit apartment complex is moving forward on Van Dyke Avenue in Sterling Heights after the City Council approved the Chaldean Community Foundation's second phase of apartments, following a tied vote that had stalled the project weeks earlier. The four-story building, planned for 43934 Van Dyke Ave. with some ground-floor retail, carries an estimated price tag of $30 million.

Sterling Heights, MI · 3d
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Great Lakes Memorial service held for those lost on Michigan waterways

Mariners’ Church of Detroit held its annual Great Lakes Memorial service at 11 a.m. Sunday. The service comes one year after Mariners’ Church hosted the 50th anniversary commemoration of the sinking of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, one of the worst, and certainly the best-known, maritime tragedies in Great Lakes history. On Nov. 10, 1975, the freighter, then the largest ship on the Great Lakes, sank during a powerful storm on Lake Superior, killing all 29 crew members. The disaster later became the subject of Gordon Lightfoot’s 1976 ballad, “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” The service brought together an international audience of people wanting to pray for, and remember, the lives lost. “The Great Lakes are beautiful and a constant source of inspiration and joy for those of us fortunate enough to live by their shores,” said Rev. Todd Meyer, Mariners’ pastor. “But they can become dangerous and unpredictable in a flash. That’s why we take the time each year to reflect on those lives and to pray for safe passage and recreational enjoyment for all who spend time in and on the water.”

Detroit, MI · 1d
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Dearborn Wanderlights Returns for 2026 with Thousands of Lights & Holiday Events

A favorite Metro Detroit holiday tradition is returning! Dearborn Wanderlights will light up PEACE Park West from November 19, 2026, through January 3, 2027, bringing thousands of twinkling lights, larger-than-life interactive art installations and festive community celebrations to downtown Dearborn. After welcoming thousands of visitors during its debut in 2025,...

Dearborn, MI · 2d
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Where to honor and celebrate Veterans Day around metro Detroit in 2026

For Southeast Michigan families, Veterans Day is an inspiring time to pause and show appreciation for the men and women who have served in our armed forces. Teaching children the importance of honor, civic responsibility, and local history comes alive every November as communities across Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties host engaging parades, educational programs, and public ceremonies.

Metro Detroit, MI · 1d

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Boys and Girls club group to perform in Detroit

At 2:35 p.m. central time Wednesday, nearly 30 children from our area will be performing on a stage in front of thousands. They are members of the Triple Threat program at the Boys and Girls Club of Glasgow-Barren County. Gabby Hayes said Saturday at the Plaza Theatre in downtown Glasgow...

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Detroit weighs permit for concrete crusher that ran without city approval

A Macomb County contractor that began crushing concrete off I-96 and Evergreen without city permits now wants Detroit's approval. Neighbors worry about dust and air quality in an area already exposed to heavy pollution.

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Detroit’s Riverfront Project to Deliver $133 Million in Community Benefits Amid Concerns and Approvals Needed

Eight of nine Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC) members signed a letter of support Thursday for an agreement tied to the $2.2 billion Renaissance Center redevelopment in Detroit. The committee members spent nearly 10 weeks discussing the redevelopment's Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) before finally approving the letter. Council chairperson Jamaine Dickens...

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Michigan photographer recalls 60 years of documenting history, from Beatles to presidents

HAZEL PARK, Mich. (News 10) - Photographer Doug Elbinger has captured famous moments in Michigan history over a career that spans six decades, and a retrospective of his work was recently on display at Color Ink Studio and Gallery in the Detroit suburb of Hazel Park. On stage with the...

Michigan · 20h

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Dearborn outlines plans after historic $1.5B school bond passes

The bond will fund six new schools, renovate every building in the district, and add air conditioning to every classroom over the next 30 years.

Dearborn, MI · 15h

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Michigan Families Squeezed By Higher Costs, Weaker Job Market As Democrats Take Control

LANSING — Michigan families are being squeezed by higher living costs and a weaker job market, with unemployment running above the national average and Detroit-area food and energy prices rising faster than across the country. Michigan’s unemployment rate stood at 5.0% in September, compared with 4.2% nationally. Meanwhile, Detroit-area...

Michigan · 2d

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DOJ Reviews Complaints About Federal Election Monitors in Michigan

LANSING, Mich. (WOWO). Michigan Secretary of State officials confirmed that federal monitors in Flint and Dearborn questioned poll workers about their training and requested copies of election training materials. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said the monitors’ actions went beyond their legal authority. The Secretary of State’s office confirmed...

Michigan · 1d

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5 Magical Christmas Activities in Metro Detroit for $25 or Less

You don’t have to spend a fortune to make magical holiday memories! From twinkling light displays and Christmas trains to Santa photos and beloved community traditions, Metro Detroit is filled with festive experiences that families can enjoy for $25 or less. Whether you’re looking for a new tradition to...

Metro Detroit, MI · 1d

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Detroit Institute of Arts to reopen two 'reimagined' galleries

As part of a transformation of the Detroit Institute of Arts' second-floor north wing, the reimagined Modern and Contemporary Art Galleries will debut on Sunday. The museum says it's the first comprehensive reinstallation of both collections in 20 years. The two permanent galleries showcase beloved classics, recently acquired objects and rarely displayed works. In all, the two spaces show more than 375 items. Detroit connections are highlighted in both galleries. “The opening of our new modern and contemporary art galleries marks the culmination of an inclusive and ambitious vision for how we present the art of our time,” said DIA leader Salvador Salort-Pons in a statement. He is the Mary Anne and Eugene A. Gargaro Jr. director, president, and CEO of the Detroit Institute of Arts. “Woven throughout these rooms are works by Detroit artists, placed alongside celebrated names from around the world, so that our audiences will see their own city, histories, and experiences reflected on our walls," he said. "These galleries affirm that Detroit is not only a place where great art is shown, but where it is made, and they will inspire generations to come to imagine their own place in that story.” The transformation of the

Detroit, MI · 1d

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Patricia Hinojosa, DTE Foundation | 2026 Community Empowerment Awards

Chris Holman welcomes back Patricia Hinojosa, Senior Foundation Program Manager, DTE Energy Foundation at DTE Energy, Detroit, Michigan. Watch Patricia and Chris discuss 2026 Community Empowerment Awards supporting housing stability and transportation access in the YouTube video shared below:. There were several questions Chris wanted to find out from Patricia...

Detroit, MI · 23h

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Detroit port taps familiar face as new leader

Delorean Holmes, a Detroit native and longtime economic development official, is returning to lead the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority. Why it matters: The public agency oversees 18 marine terminals along the Detroit and Rouge rivers, supporting a maritime industry that generates an estimated $1 billion in economic activity and 6,000 jobs. Driving the news: Holmes, most recently Wayne County's economic vitality director, succeeds retiring executive director Mark Schrupp on Nov. 13. Holmes previously worked at the Port Authority from 2014 to 2022, including as deputy director. Delorean Holmes. Photo: Courtesy of the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority State of play: Holmes takes over as the port sees growth in cruise tourism but faces challenges in cargo shipping. Cruises: Passenger traffic surged 86% in 2025, with more than 20,600 visitors arriving on 69 cruise ships. Cargo: Steel and cement shipments through two freight terminals totaled about 359,000 tons through November 2025, compared with roughly 416,000 tons in 2024. The Port Authority cites tariffs as a major factor for the reduction. Between the lines: The Port Authority's publicly owned Detroit Freight Terminal operates under a longstanding concession agreement with Ambassador Port Co., a Moroun business. Port Authority board chair Jonathan Kinloch tells Axios

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Meals with Santa in Metro Detroit 2026

Breakfast with Santa is its own holiday tradition — pancakes, cocoa, and a visit with the big guy before the present-opening chaos. These are the 2026 Santa meals across Metro Detroit that venues and cities have officially posted so far: breakfasts, brunches, suppers, and cookies with Santa, all in one list. Every event below was checked against the venue or city’s own page. Reservations matter — the most popular seatings sell out early, and a few are already gone.

Metro Detroit, MI · 2d

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Northern Michigan’s Cherry Republic opens first shop in Metro Detroit

Birmingham, MI · 1d

The Financial Wire

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Senior homeowners in West Virginia, Michigan, New York, Florida and Rhode Island face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 1, 2026 to March 15, 2027

The first of five local property tax cutoffs for older homeowners lands Dec. 1, when West Virginia’s window for a $20,000 homestead exemption closes. Michigan’s Ann Arbor follows with a Dec. 14 poverty-exemption deadline, then New York’s Town of Conklin and Florida’s Pinellas County on March 1 and Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on March 15. Each... The post Senior homeowners in West Virginia, Michigan, New York, Florida and Rhode Island face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 1, 2026 to March 15, 2027 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

West Virginia · 1d