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  1. Detroit retirees angry, anxious over EM's pension proposals

    Gerald Kent is insulted. William Schultheis is upset. Roger Doppelberger is indignant. And along with 20,000 other city of Detroit retirees, they're worried. When Detroit's emergency manager meets with unions and pension boards today, he'll discuss how the city can cut its costs for retiree health care. But retired city workers fear that the budget ax will bite into their pensions, too.

  2. Joe Louis Arena will be scarcely missed when Red Wings' new arena goes up

    The proposed $650 million project moves forward now after the Downtown Development Authority announced the 'framework' of a deal is in place with the Ilitch family's Olympia Development group.

  3. Massive I-94, I-75 reconstruction projects on horizon for Metro Detroit

    Metro Detroit is edging closer to seeing the green light for two massive, multi-year road construction projects that are expected to cost $2.65 billion.

    • 7:23 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • OBITUARIES

    Hospital: 'Sopranos' star James Gandolfini died of cardiac arrest

    Los Angeles — James Gandolfini's lumbering, brutish mob boss with the tortured psyche will endure as one of TV's indelible characters.

  4. When a King dreamed in Detroit

    50 years ago this week, Martin Luther King Jr. marched on Detroit, giving his first 'I have a dream' speech. We take a look back at a special moment for civil rights, Detroit, and America.

  5. Even at the end, Duggan full of surprises

    Nothing about Mike Duggan's campaign for mayor was expected. Not the move into Palmer Woods, after an adult lifetime of Livonia living. Not the months of exploratory campaigning, followed by official filing and metaphorical flashbulb popping.

    • 7:00 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • SCHOOLS

    University of Michigan to set 2013-14 tuition today

    Ann Arbor — The University of Michigan will become the first of the state's Big Three universities to set tuition Thursday afternoon when the Board of Regents meets to consider rates for 2013-14.

  6. Wave pool at Lake Erie Metropark open

    The wave pool at Lake Erie Metropark is now open, and not a moment too soon.

    • 10:54 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • BUSINESS

    Proposed Red Wings arena would seat 10% fewer fans

    The proposed Red Wings arena will have fewer seats for fans — another example of professional sports franchises looking to increase bang for the buck.

  7. Tim Hardaway Jr. is ready to step out on his own

    After a Big Ten co-championship, three trips to the NCAA Tournament and a berth in the national championship game, Hardaway has done as much to define who he is.

  8. For Tigers, Red Sox series always huge

    There's a certain buzz when some teams come to town. For instance, a big weekend series at Comerica Park becomes a huge weekend series when it's the Red Sox, as it will be for four games starting Thursday night.

    • 1:10 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • BUSINESS

    Constitution may not protect Detroit's pensions

    When Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr's team today holds the first of several meetings with Detroit's unions and pensions funds, a single paragraph in the Michigan Constitution will hang over the proceedings.

  9. Finances of Hazel Park Schools to be reviewed

    State Superintendent of Instruction Mike Flanagan plans a preliminary review of the Hazel Park School District to assess the district's finances.

    • 7:13 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • AUTOS
    • FORD

    Ford's Mulally calls Japan a currency manipulator amid weaker yen

    Ford Motor Co. Chief Executive Officer Alan Mulally called Japan a currency manipulator that's giving local exporters an unfair edge as the weaker yen threatens to undermine U.S. automakers' profits.

  10. Tigers have big expectations for Texas reliever Corey Knebel

    The Tigers selected Knebel higher than many, Knebel included, expected — 39th overall. Detroit's decision came after Knebel's junior season, in which he twice ...

  11. Riley Bullough will be a tailback for Michigan State

    In the spring, it was merely a whim. Now, with plenty of uncertainty in the backfield and depth at linebacker, Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio said Bullough ...

    • 1:18 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • LIFESTYLE

    In Metro Detroit, all the roads lead to attorney Joumana Kayrouz

    Joumana Kayrouz's face was on a city bus heading south. Joumana Kayrouz's face was on two other buses heading north.

  12. Review: 'World War Z' action relentless and repetitive, but occasionally interesting

    As much fun as the undead are, they can also get a little repetitive. Which is why a sudden tone shift toward the end of 'World War Z' is the best thing about ...

    • 7:00 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • LIFESTYLE
    • FOOD

    Get fizzy with it: Summertime sodas will quench your thirst

    Long before there were smoothie bars, yogurt shops, specialty gourmet ice creams and gelato parlors, there was the soda fountain. I guess I'd forgotten how ...

  13. Ford Fireworks prepare for big Riverfront show

    Celebrate Independence Day and the start of summer with the boom, crackle and glow of the Ford Fireworks, Monday on the Detroit River.

    • 6:46 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • NATION-WORLD

    Homes evacuated as wildfire flares near Denver

    Evergreen, Colo. — Dozens of homes were evacuated near Denver as a wind-driven wildfire flared, one of many in the western states where hot and windy ...

    • 10:20 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • AUTOS
    • DRIVE

    BMW 135is coupe harkens back to 1968

    Just call the 2013 BMW 135is what it is. The last of the classic Bimmers. It is light and nimble, yet also powerful.

    • 6:45 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • LIFESTYLE
    • FOOD

    Baking won't cure depression but will make life sweeter

    A chocolate cheesecake was the catalyst to Marian Keyes' new-found love, and the delicious result of her efforts is a sweet book, 'Saved by Cake.'

    • 12:50 AM, Jun. 20, 2013
    • NATION-WORLD

    Obama calls for U.S., Russia to cut nukes

    — Summoning the harsh history of this once-divided city, President Barack Obama on Wednesday cautioned the U.S. and Europe against '

    • 10:17 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • AUTOS
    • DRIVE

    Enlighten yourself on engine light codes

    I drove one of my cars for about six years straight with the little orange 'Check engine' signal flickering at me from the control panel.

    • 6:59 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • LIFESTYLE
    • FOOD

    Good stuff: McClary Bros. Bakehouse, Craig'ster Lobster Tails, Kresge Court

    Try new baked goods at farmers markets, pick up all-natural lobsters at Whole Foods and taste the revamped Kresge Court at the DIA.

  14. Roll along as River Days bring back George Clinton, big boats and more

    GM River Days is an event for music lovers and maritime enthusiasts alike. The annual three-day festival features music, children's activities, tall ships and ...

    • 10:22 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • AUTOS
    • DRIVE

    Drivers with empty pockets turn to tire rentals

    When the tires on their Dodge Caravan had worn so thin that the steel belts were showing through, Don and Florence Cherry couldn't afford to buy a new set. So ...

    • 7:08 PM, Jun. 19, 2013
    • LIFESTYLE
    • FOOD

    Taste Panel: Honey mustard is spicy, sweet, spreadable

    Honey mustard is obviously a very popular condiment, judging by the many different brands that you find on local supermarket shelves. And all of our panelists ...

  15. Heat, Spurs' legacies rest on Game 7 result

    No matter what happens Thursday night, LeBron James and the Heat and Tim Duncan's Spurs already have won NBA titles and secured a place in history. Now is ...

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