Here’s what you need to know before you vote on DPSCD’s tax proposal
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Eastbound I-94 closed near M-10 after rollover crash
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Extreme Heat Watch issued for Southeast Michigan as dangerous heat builds
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Eastbound I-94 at Trumbull closed as MSP reports "serious injuries"
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Here’s what you need to know before you vote on DPSCD’s tax proposal
This story also appeared in Chalkbeat Detroit If you’re a Detroiter heading to the polls for the Aug. 4 primary, or someone voting early, you’re likely asking yourself one big question: Why are we voting on another school operating millage? The answer is a bit complicated....
Reports: Warde Manuel may be bought out of contract after investigation
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Reports: Michigan AD Warde Manuel is out after internal investigation
FOX 2 is told the results and findings of the investigation will be released on Thursday.
Man dies after shooting at marina in Monroe County
A 54-year-old man died after being shot Sunday morning at a marina in South Rockwood, and authorities are searching for the suspects, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office said.
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Warren homeless shelter closes after funding falls through
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Hot days ahead this week across Metro Detroit
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Man dies after shooting at marina in Monroe County; investigation underway
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More than 400 pairs of donated basketball shoes were stolen after about 900 pairs were delivered for Northwest Goldberg Cares' annual HOOPFEST giveaway
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Three teens shot, suspect in custody
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Sen. McConnell says fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence
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Monroe County Sheriff: Man shot & killed at Downriver Marina in South Rockwood
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US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71
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Zack Wheeler outduels Tarik Skubal as Phillies shut out Tigers, win last series before All Star Break
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Melvindale police hand out free helmets to young e-bike riders to prevent accidents before they happen
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Jannik Sinner beats Alexander Zverev to win Wimbledon again and move on from French Open meltdown
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Michigan leaders remember Sen. Lindsey Graham following his death
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