Liz Weston: Will you be a scam artist’s next target?

Research is mixed on whether older people are more likely to be defrauded than younger ones

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‘Mothers and others’ call for gun law reform in Detroit

The rally came after eight people were shot in an 8-hour period. "We've got to do something," said U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell

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AP: U.S. opens secret talks with Venezuelan socialist boss on Maduro removal

Secret talks with Venezuela’s socialist party boss opened as members of President Nicolás Maduro’s inner circle seek to avoid retribution.

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Michigan Corrections addresses ‘crisis’ in employee mental health

According to the Michigan Corrections Organization 11 officers and 5 recent retirees have killed themselves since 2015

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Tesla service is criticized in BMW’s backyard

Quality-control issues are turning off potential Tesla buyers in Germany

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A clean energy breakthrough could be buried deep beneath Utah

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Koch’s massive tech bet: ‘Do it or we’ll end up in the dumpster’

The venture-capital arm of Koch Industries has invested billions in software, network technology, big data, AI, medical technology and 3D printing

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Dear Abby: Girl’s maternal grandparents never told of her birth

Hannah is starting to ask questions about her mother, and we have always been truthful with her

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Want to Hire a Millennial? Better Help Repay Their Student Debt

Offering such an incentive helps businesses lure prospective employees as they grapple with tight labor market conditions

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How much you’ll really pay for that student loan

One key to limiting interest cost is choosing the right repayment plan

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Float plane crashes on W. Bloomfield lake; no serious injuries

Single-engine Piper PA-18 with two people aboard crashed about 4:55 p.m. in Upper Straits Lake near Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary, authorities said

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Congress can’t agree on how to block robocalls

They’re still debating just how far Americans can go to avoid annoying robocalls, particularly ones that aren’t fraudulent

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Riding the Dream Cruise in a shopping cart

Cal VanSant and his son-in-law cobbled together the Shopper Chopper from parts from junkyards, eBay and Craig's List

7 hours ago

MI Dream Home: Newly remodeled lakefront estate has six bedrooms

The dramatic living and dining areas feature  20-foot ceilings and there's a fireplace, two wine coolers, bar nook, large windows and glass sliding doors leading to the rear deck

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Marianne Williamson’s presidential candidacy shines light on ‘A Course in Miracles’

While some have labeled the practice as selfish and called Williamson wonky, there are more than 2,000 study groups around the world

| 9 hours ago

Feds shift focus to Epstein’s purported procurer

Ghislaine Maxwell is one of the most prominent figures left from the Epstein orbit after his suicide while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges

| 16 hours ago

Sunday’s NFL: Eddy Pineiro tabbed to solve Bears’ kicking woes

Position became offseason focus after Cody Parkey’s rough 2018

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Letter: Detroit BIZ celebrates five-year milestone

"In recognition of the BIZ’s five-year milestone, we are promoting public awareness about its success, funding and training and employment opportunities."

by The Detroit News  | 2 hours ago

Opinion: Gun violence linked to childhood trauma

"[T]he vast majority of mass shooters in our study experienced early childhood trauma and exposure to violence at a young age."

by Rick Murdock  | 2 hours ago

Opinion: Pumpkin spice is coming early

"I like the flavor 'pumpkin spice' as much as the next guy," Paul W. Smith confesses.

by Paul W. Smith  | 2 hours ago

Opinion: Israel needs to change course on Omar and Tlaib

"Instead of using customs as a pretext for restricting speech, Israel should welcome controversial speakers with open arms."

by Ross Marchand  | 2 hours ago

Opinion: Time to regulate PFAS

"PFAS are a group of human-made compounds that do not breakdown, remaining in the environment and inside the human body indefinitely."

by Keelan Baldwin  | 2 hours ago

Monday sports on TV/radio

A complete listing of the day's sports on TV/radio.

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California rolls to Junior League World Series title in Taylor

California took advantage of four errors by Puerto Rico to score five unearned runs in the championship game played at Heritage Park.

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Daily recap of Tigers’ minor leagues (Updated: Aug. 18)

The Detroit News provides a daily look at all the action on the farm in the Tigers' system.

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Suburban voters pressure Republicans to act on guns

GOP candidates looking ahead at tough races increasingly are eyeing new ways to address anxieties about gun violence

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Power wins shortened Pocono race marred by wreck, weather

A fatal crash. A promising career wrecked by paralysis. And again Sunday, a first-lap demolition derby that sent another driver to the hospital.

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Sunday’s golf: Thomas holds on to win BMW Championship

Thomas answered with two clutch wedge shots, two big putts and sailed to a 4-under 68 to secure a three-shot victory over Patrick Cantlay in Medinah, Ill.

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Michigan Lottery numbers for Sunday, Aug. 19

These numbers were drawn Sunday:

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Tesla restarts its solar-panel business, offers rental plans

The company will allow residents of six states to rent solar-power systems starting at $50 a month – or $65 a month in California — for a small set-up.

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Detroit News preseason college football Top 25

In anticipation of the first Associated Press Top 25 poll being released Monday, The Detroit News did its own preseason poll.

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Jack Whitaker, Hall of Fame sports broadcaster, dies at 95

The network said Whitaker died of natural causes in his sleep in Devon, Pennsylvania.

| 7 hours ago

Joe Biden’s prism of loss: A public man, shaped by private grief

Now in his third bid for the White House, his painful story comes up as point of connection to voters and a personal experience on health care policy.

| 7 hours ago

‘You’ve never arrived’: Constant desire to improve powers Lions’ Tavai

Don’t tell Jahlani Tavai you can see improvement in his game.

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Former Texas star RB Cedric Benson dies in motorcycle accident at 36

Former NFL and Texas running back Cedric Benson, one of the most prolific rushers in NCAA and University of Texas history, died in a motorcycle accident in Texas.

| 9 hours ago

Prep football preview: Detroit PSL

The Detroit News breaks down the Detroit PSL football teams for the 2019 season.

| 9 hours ago

Backers of rural dental care find something to smile about

In the U.S., dentists and their powerful lobby have battled legislatures for years on the drive to allow therapists to practice.

| 9 hours ago

Trump wields sanctions hammer; experts wonder to what end

Many are questioning the results even as officials insist the penalties are achieving their aims.

| 9 hours ago

Images show increased activity at Iran satellite launch site

Iran appears to be preparing another satellite launch after twice failing this year to put one in orbit

| 10 hours ago

Prep football preview: Catholic League

The Detroit News breaks down the Catholic League football teams for the 2019 season.

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