Judge says Wayne County Airport Authority violated Open Meetings Act

Both sides claimed victory following a judge’s ruling today on a lawsuit that challenged how the Wayne County Airport Authority handled its public meetings.

Chesterfield Twp. multi-vehicle crash injures kids

A mother driving her five children to school was struck by two cars this morning at the intersection of 26 Mile and County Line Road.

How Twitter can sink athletes' college careers

Detroit Cass Tech cornerback Terry Richardson was good enough to earn a scholarship offer from Michigan coach Brady Hoke, and led the Technicians to their first state title. Then he appeared to almost blow it with a 110-character Twitter post.

Obama: Birth control policy meets everyone’s needs

President Barack Obama says a revamped birth control policy will both protect religious liberties and protect women’s access to contraception.

• White House fact sheet on women’s preventive services and religious institutions
• Libby Spencer: No, President Obama is not attacking religious liberty

Historic night on tap for Wings’ Nicklas Lidstrom, Tomas Holmstrom

Holmstrom is slated to play in his 1,000th game and Lidstrom will tie Alex Delvecchio for second in team history with games played.

UAW marks 75th anniversary of victorious strike at GM

Today, the United Auto Workers will mark the 75th anniversary of the victory they won over GM — a victory that forced the company to sign the first national contract with the union and sparked the growth of the U.S. labor movement.

When the NHL takes it outside, everyone wins

It takes imagination to think big. It takes creativity and compromise to make it work. Based on sheer numbers of people and tickets and spilled cups of Canadian beer, this will be huge. And entertaining. And much needed.

• Photos: Winter Classic coming to Michigan
• Red Wings blog: News, game coverage, analysis
• Red Wings schedule

Michigan’s recovery school district needs $24M from donors by fall

The state's Education Achievement Authority will need $24.7 million for start-up costs that include administrative salaries, technology for students and classrooms, and paying for a summer academy for teachers.

Former foes Wings and Leafs look forward to reliving storied rivalry

Welcome to Hockeytown, eh? Those are fighting words. Or at least they used to be, as Ted Lindsay and Red Kelly and other former NHL greats were more than happy to remind us all Thursday.

• Audio slideshow: 2009 Winter Classic, Red Wings vs. Blackhawks
• Photos: Winter Classic coming to Michigan

Tigers land Dominican outfielder, 16, and Australian pitcher

The Tigers confirmed they have agreed to terms with 16-year-old Dominican Republic outfielder Igacio Valdez and Australian right-hander Warwick Saupold.

Michigan boating business rides wave to recovery

After a six-year downturn, the boating industry is on the rise in the Great Lakes State. The Detroit Boat Show is riding a wave of tentative recovery.

• Photos: Detroit Boat Show preview

Ford’s leadership pushes deeper into era of stability

The next generation of leadership at Ford Motor Co. is quietly stepping up, a refreshing change from the frequent executive drama before CEO Alan Mulally arrived more than five years ago.

Snyder’s budget provides more for schools, police and roads

Lansing — Gov. Rick Snyder unveiled his second budget Thursday that includes a modest 2.4 percent overall increase and more money for schools, public safety and transportation.

Michigan State's goal: Make Ohio State's Jared Sullinger work

Judges hear church confession case

Big chill forecast for Motown Winter Blast

Jerry Palm’s bracketology seeds: MSU No. 3, Michigan No. 5

KO Corner: Carlos Condit has big decision to make after controversial win

Pistons plan to stick with what’s working

Feds open fire probe into 830K Toyota Camry, RAV4 vehicles

2 dead in mobile home fire in Westland

Best Super Bowl moment didn’t occur during game or halftime

Wings' Danny Cleary to miss his first game with knee injury

Detroit Mercy women hand No. 9 Green Bay first loss of season

Chicago show a love letter to true car fans

Review: Washington, Reynolds drive guns-ablazing ‘Safe House’

Grosse Pointe Park homeowner: ‘Red just fits me’

Bashara: ‘No motive’ for him in wife’s death