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Americans are getting poorer despite bigger paychecks, goverment data shows
Incomes for Americans failed to keep pace with inflation in the third quarter of 2026, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The data showed Americans' real income fell 0.6% during the 12 months ended in September. In June, real income was down 0.3% over the ...
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Youmacon brings anime fans, cosplay, Japanese culture to Detroit
Whether you’re a lifelong anime fan or just curious about Japanese pop culture, Youmacon has something for everyone — and it’s happening right here in the Motor City. Here’s what you need to know: Youmacon features anime, cosplay, gaming, Japanese culture, and more The convention...
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Pope Leo jokes he’s neutral on Villanova-Notre Dame matchup, but ‘Prevost has another opinion’
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday told the basketball teams from his alma mater Villanova and fellow Catholic university Notre Dame in Rome for their season opener that in matters of sport, the pontiff is neutral. Then the pope, who was born Robert Prevost, said his former self might disa...
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Black Leaders Detroit to host 2-day More Money. More Impact funding conference
Finding funding can be one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations. To help with this obstacle, Black Leaders Detroit is hosting More Money. More Impact. The 2-day conference will take place November 3 and 4 in Detroit. This event is designed to co...
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How water runs through Highland Park mayoral race: ‘I want everybody’s water to be affordable’
Check out Planet Detroit’s 2026 Voter Guide to look up your races, compare candidates on environmental issues and follow Planet Detroit’s coverage, from governor to your state House district. This story was produced as part of Next City’s Local Reporting Hub, with funding from th...
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Deer crashes through North Carolina laundromat window, startling customers
A North Carolina laundromat captured security camera footage of a deer sprinting through its parking lot and crashing through a window, giving customers a scare. The Wishy Wishy Laundry in Winston-Salem said a deer crashed through its laundromat earlier this week. Before smashing...
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Justice Department pushes to isolate Alaska ballots over potential voter confusion
The U.S. Department of Justice pushed Friday for a court order to isolate certain Alaska ballots to investigate potential voter confusion, while federal officials confirmed the existence of a criminal probe over a Senate candidate who shares a name with the Republican incumbent. ...
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All treats & no tricks with clouds and chilly temperatures for Halloween in Metro Detroit
SATURDAY (HALLOWEEN): Mostly cloudy skies, remaining dry. High: 60. SATURDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy skies. Low: 47. SUNDAY (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS): Mostly cloudy skies. A stray rain shower is possible, but most places will remain dry. High: 65. SUNDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy skies...
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Michigan population steady at 10.1M. Detroit, Grand Rapids up slightly
This story also appeared in Bridge Michigan New US Census Bureau data shows a tiny decrease in state population Median household income increased, but trails the nation Among other takeaways: Electric vehicle ownership in Michigan is also below the national average, with about 14...
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Macomb County man accused of threatening to kill FBI Director Kash Patel
A Macomb County man is facing federal charges after he allegedly threatened to kill FBI Director Kash Patel and his associate. Anthony Daniel Palazzolo, 42, of Chesterfield Township, was charged on Oct. 30. According to the U.S. Attorney General’s Office of Eastern District of Mi...