Graham: From ‘Sonic’ to ‘Game of Thrones,’ fans levy their voice in disruptive ways

Got an opinion? Shout loud enough and maybe someone will listen

by Adam Graham  | 4 days ago

City Knits instructor has not so ‘perfect’ approach

While every yarn shop has irresistible fibers in a variety of colors, textures and weights, it wasn't until my very insightful interview with Amy Houghtalin of City Knits that I realized why some are favored by knitters and crocheters far more than others.

by Jocelynn Brown  | 4 days ago

Jacques: Michigan education board holds up $47 million for charters

Grandstanding over the distribution of these dollars could also put future awards from the federal department at risk."

by Ingrid Jacques  | 4 days ago

Howes: Change in China prods Detroit rethink

As trade tensions escalate, and Chinese automakers grow stronger, it could be time for foreign automakers to reassess their positions in No. 1 market.

| 4 days ago

Society Confidential: Boys and Girls Clubs honor Stephanie Germack

Also: So a Lion and a Tiger go to dinner... Jim Luckey turns his design expertise to pants, and charity

by Chuck Bennett  | 5 days ago

Garden: New fertilizers offer science-based solutions

Whether choosing a product for indoor or outdoor plants, I always read the label to see what’s in the bag, bottle or box.

by Nancy Szerlag  | 5 days ago

Jacques: Individual liberty trumps local control

"As long as homeowners aren’t using their property to the clear detriment of their neighbors, they should be able to use their homes as they see fit."

by Ingrid Jacques  | 6 days ago

Payne: Toyota’s new Supra is fast, furious and ’fordable

Toyota's legendary Supra is back and it was worth the wait. The sexy sports car is more fun and more affordable than ever.

by Henry Payne  | 5 days ago

Howes: Trump’s tariff tear on China intensifies

The transpacific test of wills is spooking markets, slamming farmers, slowing growth, leading automakers to wonder how much the trade war will cost.

| 6 days ago

Niyo: Lions setting table for tight ends Hockenson, James to shine

The team is banking heavily on the two tight-end system

| 6 days ago

Wojo: Plenty of clues foretold John Beilein’s exit at Michigan

This might be good for Beilein, but it’s a major blow for Michigan, which must move swiftly to replace its all-time winningest coach.

Finley: Tlaib not anti-Semitic, but she is wrong

"Tlaib's views should open a useful conversation on the folly of pushing a single-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict."

Howes: Empty Ilitch promises loom over new deals

Long histories of unfulfilled pledges engender deep suspicion among Detroit politicians, residents that complicates efforts to complete new projects.

Society: Movers and shakers get sneak peek to Detroit’s Monarch Club

The Monarch Club is a throwback to Detroit’s 20th Century city-club heyday, paying homage to the storied rooftop venues.

Niyo: As Beilein heads to NBA, pressure shifts to Michigan AD Warde Manuel

As John Beilein sets about trying to “build” and “grow” in a new arena, the more immediate challenge is the one facing Warde Manuel.

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Bankole: Bob Berg respected role of media

The public relations guru didn’t go to war with journalists who didn’t welcome his bevy of clients with open arms.

Opinion: Detroit wants you, Tiger Woods

There is excitement and anticipation building for Detroit’s first ever PGA Tour Event, June 25-30

Finley: No-fault relief in sight. Will Whitmer grab it?

No amount of capitulation by Republicans to Democratic concerns is likely to win the signature of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

Podcast: Howes on GM’s Lordstown suitor

The "goods news" of GM finding a potential buyer for its Lordstown plant is drawing mixed reactions because the potential results could be mixed.

Finley: This broken Ilitch promise benefits Detroit

This time, the Ilitches have backed out of a $1.5 million deal to buy a Midtown building that houses a homeless crisis center

Jacques: A dumb fight to give kids time off school

Lawmakers managed to waste a lot of time debating whether to grant public schools a free pass for additional days off due to bad weather this winter.

Society Confidential: Executive chef Lloyd Roberts making a splash on the dining scene

Executive chef Lloyd Roberts makes a splash on the dining scene

Gardening: Get the recipe for plant combos in container gardens

Container gardening is all the rage these days because houses are getting bigger and lot sizes are shrinking.

A mother’s words of advice are paying off

In September of 2000, Brenda Heffernan of Ortonville began taking steps to fulfill a dream she'd kept on the back burner for a very long time -- one that her mother, Betty Owen of Ortonville, had always known about.

Niyo: ‘Living as children should’: Tigers’ Boyd, wife help rescued Ugandans

The seed was planted long before the idea bloomed, much like the house existed before the foundation was built.

Finley: Oakland board offers glimpse of future

The Oakland Democrats are following a playbook that has led communities across the country to ruin.

Bankole: Politics preventing real no-fault reform

"The bill is not the answer to the crisis facing majority black cities like Detroit: redlining."

Henry Payne goes 0 to 60 in the Porsche GT

Jacques: ‘Free’ public college would kill competition

"Alluring promises as free college from presidential hopefuls may make for great sound bites but most of them carry damaging consequences."

Bankole: Gov. Whitmer should speak more on redlining

"Whitmer needs to go beyond her own executive directive on insurance rates and talk more about the history of redlining in Detroit."

Wojo: Spencer Turnbull is the Tigers’ newest pitching hope

He’s not a touted first-rounder or a prized acquisition, but Turnbull might be as promising as any of the Tigers’ talented young arms

Finley: Biden speaks to Forgotten Democrats

"Democrats want to defeat Trump above all else. And they see Biden as the one who has the best chance of prevailing in the general election"

Wojo: No spoiler here – Kerryon Johnson the key to Lions’ offense

If the plan under Matt Patricia and new coordinator Darrell Bevell goes as expected, Johnson will become a much bigger cog.

Howes: Tesla’s dash for cash reveals challenges

The positives of raising yet more cash arguably could be papering over potentially bigger negatives, including cash burn and global expansion woes.

Country Needleworks fills need 38 years

When the fabric and yarn shop Cheryl Van Haitsma and Barb Langerak worked for went out of business in 1980, they immediately sensed a void in their crafting community.

Society Confidential: Getting that just-right birthday greeting

Also: Detroit Music Awards show celebrates diversity; Rotate Boutique in Bloomfield Hills launches

Niyo: Pistons continue to regain their foothold in Detroit

After 40 years in the suburbs, the NBA franchise reaffirms its commitment to the city by entering a partnership with Wayne State on a $25 million basketball arena.

Howes: Hackett’s Ford eyes exit from ol’ barrel

The convergence of today's auto industry and tomorrow's future of mobility, autonomy and electrification is beginning to emerge at Blue Oval

Finley: Ilitch vision for downtown District was a mirage

"In Milwaukee, that promised spin-off development is rising on 30 acres adjacent to the forum."

Bankole: Keith’s courage is his true legacy

"Of all the tributes pouring in since the April 28 death of federal judge Damon Keith, few have focused on the courage of his leadership."