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Woman charged in birthday party crash that left two dead released after paying $1.5 million bond

A woman has been charged in connection to the crash that left two kids dead and 13 others injured during a birthday party in Monroe County is free after posting her $1.5 million bond. Marshella Chidester, 66, was charged with second degree murder, operating while intoxicated and other charges. Her bond was set at $1.5

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NFL Draft in Detroit is happening tomorrow, what to know

NFL Draft Day in Detroit will officially be here tomorrow! Here is a preview of the stage and area. The three-day event will be free and open to fans in the downtown area surrounding Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza from April 25 – April 27. This experience invites visitors to participate in immersive exhibits

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17-year-old charged after leading police on chase on Woodward

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A 17-year-old Chesterfield, Macomb County resident has been charged after fleeing from Royal Oak Police with a 19-year-old female passenger late Saturday evening. On April 20, 2024, at around 7:35 p.m., an officer monitoring cruising activities on Woodward Avenue in the area of Thirteen

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Detroit police chief talks safety for NFL draft

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) As 300,000 people are expected to attend the draft, safety is many people’s priority. We caught up with Detroit police chief James White to see what safety measures are being implemented. Detroit police will work with multiple law enforcement agencies, including Wayne County, Oakland,

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3 vacant duplexes in Detroit completely renovated for affordable homebuying & housing

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) Renovation at three blighted duplexes that sat vacant for more than 10-years have been completed on Detroit’s east side. The duplexes will provide six new units of affordable housing for residents, on Mapleridge between Gratiot Avenue and Schoenherr. The development is the latest project

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2 kids dead, 13 injured after drunk driver crashes into building during birthday party

2 kids are dead, and 13 others were injured after a drunk driver crashed into a building during a kid’s birthday party. The incident happened Saturday evening at the Swan Boat Club, located in Newport, Monroe County, about 20 minutes south of Detroit Metro Airport. According to police, the female driver, who was in her

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Detroit mobile ice cream cart is now open

The Sweet Paws Creamery mobile ice cream cart will be opening today in Detroit. 🐶 The mobile ice cream cart serves dog friendly ice cream treats. The treats don’t have sugar, preservatives, or diary in them. The Sweet Paws Creamery launch event is scheduled for the 20 and 21. The owner, Marquita Richardson, will also

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New RollerCade and immersive music space opens in Downtown Detroit

Next Level and Remix Detroit, an indoor arcade and music space are now open. 🛼🎶 These spaces have transformed over the last few weeks, adding two new entertainment options to downtown Detroit. Next Level, which is located on 1201 Woodward contains an indoor game zone, concessions counter and indoor roller-skating overlooking Woodward Ave. Remix Detroit

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Detroit Lions new uniforms for 2024 season

The Detroit Lions have officially unveiled their new uniforms for the 2024 season.

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Detroit is getting its own Monopoly board

Detroit is getting its own Monopoly board game! MONOPOLY: DETROIT Edition will debut later this year under license from Hasbro. The company is seeking Detroit businesses and nonprofits to be part of this historic way to honor communities across the city. The Detroit board will also include a customized Community Chest, Chance playing cards, and

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