Jane Bashara’s family denies couple's 'open marriage' in statement

Slain Grosse Pointe Park woman Jane Bashara would have rather ended her marriage to husband Robert than participate in an open relationship, her siblings say.

Detroit police unions deal includes wage freeze, higher health care payments

Mayor Dave Bing announced a tentative deal Friday on contract concessions with Detroit police unions, a key piece of a budget agreement he hopes will stave off appointment of an emergency manager.

Detroit Symphony Orchestra says it set webcast record

Detroit— "I Hear a Symphony," a Motown Records pop classic sung by the Supremes, could serve a rallying cry for fans of the Detroit symphony living around the world.

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.

Griem attacks authorities for botching Bashara investigation

The attorney for Bob Bashara blasted authorities Friday for their handling of the investigation into the slaying of his client’s wife and for leaking information in what he called an attempt to smear the Grosse Pointe Park businessman.

Gingrich not afraid to criticize Detroit, auto bailouts

Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich’s history of making incendiary comments on Michigan issues could open up debate in the run-up to Michigan’s Feb. 28 primary.

First place and more at stake in Michigan State-Ohio State showdown

But there’s another battle between Nos. 1 and 2 in the Big Ten that will be worth watching — the fight for Big Ten player of the year honors between Michigan State’s Draymond Green and Ohio State’s Jared Sullinger.

Michigan State rallies past Michigan in hockey showdown

Torey Krug, a junior defenseman and team captain, was again the catalyst Friday night at Munn Ice Arena, scoring a pair of goals to rally the Spartans from a 2-0 deficit to defeat the No. 4 Wolverines 3-2 before a sold-out crowd of 7,103.

Funeral for 12-year-old draws hundreds

Detroit — 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.

Lawyer defends ad firm’s markup amid Wayne County inquiry

Detroit — An internal investigation is questioning as much as $380,000 in markups Wayne County paid for television and radio commercial spots bought by a company close to a fired top aide of County Executive Robert Ficano.

Cold temps are just in time for Winter Blast

Detroit — Winter is back, and it’s a Blast. Hundreds of Metro Detroiters milled about Friday at Campus Martius, where icy temperatures and steady snow flurries made for perfect Motown Winter Blast conditions.

Michigan focuses on winning in March

What a difference a year makes. Last year at this time, Michigan was 15-10 and teetering on the cusp of being a middle-of-the-road team in the Big Ten race.

Eastern Michigan on the rise under Rob Murphy

Rob Murphy was hired at Eastern Michigan to turn a downtrodden basketball program into a respectable one. So far, it looks like he’s the right man for the job.

Ruling: Wayne Co. Airport Authority violated open meetings law

Judge hears Oakland Co. suit against mortgage firms

Detroit Mercy men's furious finish overwhelms Milwaukee

Friday's boys roundup: King, Crockett complete quarterfinal sweep for East

Winter doesn’t deter Lincoln Park farmers market

Obama alters birth control policy

King calls on UAW to stage nationwide protests

Shoppers in mood for love

One thing’s for sure, it will be Adele’s night

Friday's girls roundup: Woodhaven maintains first place in Downriver League

Fire risk spurs Toyota RAV4, Camry investigation

Obama pushes for U.S. job shift

Panel: Whirlpool hurt by S. Korean, Mexican washer imports

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