What Red Wings lack in skill, they’re making up for with grit

If it moved, the Red Wings hit it. If it bounced, they chased it. The Blackhawks kept passing and pressuring, and the Red Wings kept pressing and pressing, slamming bodies and pursuing pucks.

Meijer first to open at Detroit's Gateway Marketplace shopping center

With a grand opening scheduled for late July, developers of Detroit's Gateway Marketplace shopping center say they hope it will serve as the pinnacle of the city's Woodward Avenue revitalization, drawing additional retailers in its wake.

GM to invest $44.5M on Lansing logistics center, creating 200 jobs

General Motors Co. officially announced Tuesday that it will spend $44.5 million to build a logistics center at its Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant.

Danialle Karmanos abruptly cancels white-tie gala for hubby

After vowing the event would go on, Danialle Karmanos has canceled a June 8 white-tie gala honoring her husband, retired Compuware founder Pete Karmanos, in favor of what she said will be a more inclusive community party later this summer.

Wayne County judge’s wife takes stand in misconduct case

Ann Arbor — The wife of Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree is taking the stand as he continues to fight for his job and battle accusations of judicial misconduct leveled by the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission.

Former airport CEO Mullin seeks $113K more in lawsuit

Just weeks after praising an arbitrator who awarded her $712,328 in back wages for being fired after two months as CEO of the Wayne County Airport Authority, Turkia Mullin filed court papers last week alleging the arbitrator made mistakes that cost her and her attorney $113,000 or more.

Metro Detroit facing round of thunderstorms with hail possible

The outlook for portions of southeast Michigan is rainy and windy for parts of Tuesday, with a line of thunderstorms expected to move through the region by morning, the National Weather Service says.

Downtown Birmingham booms again with new, upscale retail

Downtown Birmingham, which struggled to fill storefronts after anchor Jacobson’s closed in 2002, has reinvented itself with a creative mix of national name brands and local boutiques.

Barricaded gunman found dead in Detroit's Corktown

Detroit — An effort to execute an arrest warrant ended in death early Tuesday morning at a home in the city's Corktown area.

Ex-girlfriend details affair at Wayne County Judge McCree’s disciplinary hearing

Ann Arbor — The woman Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree admitted to having an affair with while she had a case before him said he asked her to have an abortion when she told him she was pregnant.

New programs driving change in Detroit despite financial crisis

The threat of Chapter 9 bankruptcy for Michigan's largest city isn't squelching ideas whose times are overdue.

In Oklahoma tornado’s wake, worried parents seek out kids

Moore, Okla. — The parents and guardians stood in the muddy grass outside a suburban Oklahoma City church, listening as someone with a bullhorn called out the names of children who were being dropped off — survivors of a deadly tornado that barreled through their community.

Second-period flurry powers Red Wings to 2-1 lead in series

Goals 31 seconds apart by Gustav Nyquist and Drew Miller in the second period and Pavel Datsyuk’s key tally in third period Monday propelled the Red Wings to a 3-1 victory.

• Photos: Red Wings 3, Blackhawks 1 -- Game 3

Some stats reveal ominous signs for Tigers closer Jose Valverde

A lot of fans were probably aghast when the Tigers made the decision to sign Jose Valverde to a speculative contract earlier this year. A deeper look at the ...

Detroit News writer takes wild ride on Belle Isle Grand Prix track

During our joyride around the track Monday, IndyCar driver Will Power said he’s confident the Belle Isle Grand Prix will go off without a hitch.

Variations on clothes, bands from the '90s are popular again

Grunge and Boho chic are in style, again. Courtney Love, the Backstreet Boys, De La Soul, Smash Mouth and Alice in Chains are coming to town. 'Pop-Up Video' is ...

Tigers are eager to get back on track with big series vs. Indians

Their last starts were not their best, especially Verlander’s. Pitchers can stub a toe, of course, but it’s unusual for so many of the Tigers’ starters to stub ...

Police: Woman dead, 2 men wounded in shooting in Detroit

Detroit — Police say a 55-year-old woman is dead and two men are wounded following a shooting at a vacant residence believed to have been used for drug ...

Detroit native gets big break as part of Leno 'Pumpcast' couple

For many aspiring actors and entertainers in Hollywood, the big break comes in many forms — sometimes unusual and even unbelievable.

U-M student wins film award

University of Michigan student Perry Janes has won a Student Academy Award for his film 'Zug.' Janes' is one of three films honored in the Alternative category.

Michigan man heads to trial in 2012 death of infant son

Ionia — A Michigan man is standing trial on murder and child abuse charges in the 2012 death of one of his twin infant sons.

5K and Fun Walk returns to Belle Isle Grand Prix

The race car drivers aren't the only ones circling the Grand Prix track on Belle Isle this month. Runners and walkers can sign up now for the Shakedown 5K and ...

Boats linked to 2010 Lake Huron oil spill being removed

Cheboygan — Boats that officials have said were believed responsible for a 2010 Lake Huron oil spill are expected to be removed from the affected area ...

Automakers, dealers object to rental recall bill

Washington — Major automakers and auto dealers told a Senate committee Tuesday they oppose a bill that would require rental car companies to ground all ...

Chess club helps Detroit kids find their way forward, one move at a time

One of the little-known gems of the Detroit Institute of Arts is on display, but not on the walls.

Golf’s rule makers ban anchored putting stroke starting in 2016

Golf’s governing bodies approved a rule Tuesday that outlaws the putting stroke used by four of the last six major champions, a move opposed by two major golf ...

Farmington Hills Mercy softball wallops 8 homers to win Catholic League A-B title

Farmington Hills Mercy coach Brandon Malinowski was at a loss for words after Mercy hit eight home runs, including five in one inning, en route to a 12-5 ...

Hathaway lawyer pleads case to keep her out of prison; feds want her to serve 12-18 months

Detroit — Former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Diane Hathaway shouldn’t spend a day in federal prison, her lawyer said Monday, despite admitting she ...