Gas station Mexican restaurant opens as standalone Las Cazuelas Grill

When a little Mexican lunch counter in a gas station becomes something of a dining destination, it says something very good about the talents of the proprietors.

Art worth $60,000 sells at CCS exhibit

This is a social event where some guests prefer not to socialize — at least for a while. They'd rather shop.

Single takes: New and notable singles

Mayer Hawthorne continues to grow, Kanye West continues challenging himself and fans with 'New Slaves,' Angie Miller disappoints in 'You Set Me Free' and more.

12-year-old author encourages children in 112 ways to have fun without money

Sam Gross had no idea he had all the qualities of a consummate book author at age 12.

Body's testosterone serves a legitimate need

Dear Dr. Roach: Could you help explain the preponderance of testosterone-enhancing drugs that I see advertised lately for

The big chill: AP, the IRS and free speech

Chilling effect. That's the term lawyers and judges use to describe the result of government actions that deter people from exercising their right of free speech.

Gender reassignment involves more than a lifestyle change

Dear Abby: My husband and I recently learned that our sister-in-law's adult son from a prior marriage, 'Charlie,' is now 'Claire.' My husband and I have three sons, ages 2 to 10 years.

Tigers may have no choice but to send down Alex Avila

If he doesn’t pull out of this spiral, and in a hurry, the Tigers will be left with no practical choice but to return Avila, 26, to Triple A Toledo for a head-clearing stint that might put him back on track.

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.

Lions rookie Devin Taylor wants to shine, not showboat

Taylor takes a knee on the sidelines, admiring brightly colored wrist bands that drape both arms. The 40 wrist bands are messages or causes for people and organizations Taylor cares about.

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 early returns shows there may be storm clouds on the horizon.

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.

• Photos: Detroit Grand Prix media day
• Video: Grand Prix driver Simona de Silvestro talks Red Wings

Red Wings hitting Blackhawks like they mean it, grab series lead

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.

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.

Romantic spark likely snuffed out forever

Dear Abby: My boyfriend and I have been together a year and a half. I regret moving in with him when I did, which was after only three months of dating. We ...

Underdog Red Wings look like top dogs in taking 2-1 lead

Well, what do you think of the Red Wings now? Clear underdogs in consecutive series in the Stanley Cup playoffs, they took a 2-1 lead on the mighty Blackhawks ...

Balance meds with the quality of life

Dear Dr. Roach: Several years ago my husband received a stent for a 99 percent blockage. What had kept him alive was a network of collateral arteries, thanks ...

The zero-emission vehicle myth

Auto enthusiasts were thrilled last week as green automaker Tesla made it into the black, earning $11 million profit on revenue of $562 million in the first ...

Radio’s ‘Blaine & Allyson’ want to see higher standards for who’s noteworthy

You have to draw the line someplace, and for one of Detroit’s most successful radio teams, Farrah Abraham is on the wrong side of it.

Study says Detroit is a great departure city — which counts as an honor, sort of

It took some work, but I've found a ranking of major cities in which Detroit actually looks good. At least for awhile.

Once-grizzled Wings proving youth is served in postseason

In between the hyperbolic extremes, the Wings are finding rejuvenation and balance, and a whole lot of energy. They come churning into Joe Louis Arena tonight ...

Hobo or Boy Scout? Quiz tells the score

It's one of the most important numbers influencing life as we know it, and I don't mean your ZIP code, dress size or how much you spent on Mother's Day gifts ...

Ex-MAC rivals Cody Wilson, Alex Carder find common ground in bid to make Lions

The ball floated into Wilson’s hands like it was dropped from heaven. The play melted away a bitter rivalry between Western Michigan and Central Michigan ...

Detroit Western still pushing for pinnacle in baseball

Western will go for its sixth straight Detroit Public School League title against Detroit King at 7 p.m. Monday at Comerica Park. The goal is to become the ...

Obama suffering from loss of trust

Leaving aside the seriousness of lawlessness, and the corruption of our civic culture by the professionally pious, this past week has been amusing. There was ...

GED hopefuls should earn one before costs go up

Dear Abby: I have worked in the field of education for more than 40 years, with the last 25 years serving in adult education, helping students complete their ...

Thyroid scores concern senior

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 64-year-old woman in fairly good health who takes no medications. Both my mother, 88, and my sister, 53, take medication for ...

Bad news: We have a surplus

Prosperity is the greatest enemy of fiscal discipline. When fortunes begin to reverse, the urgency to cut spending, find savings and use resources more ...