Lawyer defends ad firm’s markup amid Wayne County inquiry

An internal Wayne County investigation found high markups on television and radio advertisements bought with tax dollars by a company close to a fired top aide of county Executive Robert Ficano.

Pistons gnash Nets for fourth straight win

The Pistons (8-20) dominated the New Jersey Nets (8-20) nearly from the tip, winning 109-92 Friday at The Palace. On “Star Wars” night, the Pistons’ 23-4 first-quarter run turned it into a Palace party.

Detroit police unions deal includes wage freeze

The mayor announced today a tentative agreement, which includes concessions, has been reached with police unions in the effort to stave off a state takeover. The administration now will turn its attention to the Detroit Fire Fighters Association.

King says UAW prepping for nationwide protests

United Auto Workers President Bob King called for “direct action” — including nonviolent civil disobedience — to take back America from the “right-wing Republicans” and “one-percenters” who he says have hijacked this democracy.

West Bloomfield’s Zaslow, co-author of ‘Last Lecture,’ dies in car accident

Jeffrey Zaslow, a West Bloomfield Township-based author of several best-selling books including "The Last Lecture," died in a car accident on Friday.

Tigers’ Miguel Cabrera loses 20-plus pounds for 3B prep, Alex Avila says

Miguel Cabrera doesn’t just want to play third base. It’s become a consuming desire to be the best he can possibly be at his old, but new position.

• Miguel Cabrera's career statistics

Report: OU coach says Michigan’s use of ‘Ohio’ is disrespectful

What does Ohio University think of Michigan football coach Brady Hoke and basketball coach John Beilein referring to Ohio State as "Ohio"?

Lions’ Stafford confident but avoids bold predictions in ESPN interview

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford didn’t take the bait Friday when ESPN “SportsCenter” anchor Chris McKendry asked him for a 2012 season prediction.

Snyder, Schuette jockey for crime-fighter role

Gov. Rick Snyder and Attorney General Bill Schuette are in a tug-of-war over who has the upper hand in fighting crime. They have competing anti-crime plans and views on who’s the state’s top cop.

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

Romney, Santorum schedule new Metro Detroit appearances

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is expected to make a stop in Oakland County next week.

Tigers land Dominican outfielder, 16, and Australian pitcher

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

Funeral for 12-year-old draws hundreds

In a somber farewell, hundreds of mourners packed a funeral service Friday to celebrate the life of a 12-year-old girl they described as smart, respectful and a sports lover. The mourners filed into Christ Jesus Personal Image Ministry on West Seven Mile to pay their respects to Kadejah Davis, who recently had celebrated her 12th birthday at Northland Skating Rink.

• Photos: Funeral for Kadejah Davis, 12

Obama endorses Conyers in 13th District race

How Twitter can sink athletes' college careers

Michigan boating business rides wave to recovery

Beatty’s monthly restitution triples Kilpatrick’s

Ford’s leadership pushes deeper into era of stability

Chesterfield Twp. multi-vehicle crash injures kids

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

UAW marks 75th anniversary of victorious strike at GM

Judge says Wayne County Airport Authority violated Open Meetings Act

Motown Winter Blast crowds embrace big chill

Proposed bill targets Wayne County land speculators

Court: Pot law should have been on Detroit ballot

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

When the NHL takes it outside, everyone wins

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