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Nearly 100 years after Harry Houdini died in Detroit on Halloween, does his spirit still haunt the city?

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Wintertime is big business in Michigan. But could a mild winter outlook dampen businesses across the state?

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Michigan is one of 33 states suing Meta — Does social media really hurt children's mental health?

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The Two Way Inn has been a Detroit institution since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits

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If Samantha Woll's murder isn't a hate crime, why was the prominent Detroit Jewish leader stabbed to death at her home?

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Friendly ghosts & feather bowling: The Cadieux Café is one of the most "spirited" haunts in Detroit

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Domestic violence is spiking in Michigan. What's being done to help save lives before it's too late?

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Is keeping a close eye on your kids actually hurting them? New law would change what qualifies as child neglect in Michigan

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The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history

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Is it safe these days for kids to go trick-or-treating? Experts and parents disagree

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Pere Cheney is Michigan’s own 'haunted' ghost town – but was a curse to blame for its devastating downfall?

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All of Michigan beginning to feel the financial squeeze as UAW strike against the Detroit Three hits one month

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The Jewish and Muslim communities are intertwined in Metro Detroit. How does the area move forward following violence in the Middle East?

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Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?

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Should medical cannabis be allowed in Michigan K-12 schools? Two lawmakers think so

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As important as physical fitness is, experts say we shouldn't forget about mental fitness

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Orson Starr and his family were among Royal Oak’s founders. And some may have never left the family home

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One of Michigan's most recognizable figures wears checkered overalls and holds a hamburger. But what's next for the storied Big Boy franchise might surprise you

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From natural disasters to doomsday — Here's how people are prepping for the worst

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Are Jennifer and James Crumbley responsible for the deaths of four students? The court of public opinion says one thing, but experts aren't so sure

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What does it mean to be a 'real man'? The youth at the Cave of Adullum in Detroit are working every day to change the definition

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As we say 'Gracias, Miggy', how did a kid from Venezuela become one of the most legendary figures in Detroit history?

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Detroit's Tamera Williams has landed on the U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted — How do fugitives just vanish?

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Police pursuits have grown increasingly deadly. Now, law enforcement experts say departments should dial back on chases

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Every great city is carried by great leaders. In Detroit, a group is working to uplift and honor Black leadership across Michigan

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When describing Metro Detroit communities like Dearborn, is the term ‘Middle Eastern’ too generic?

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License plate readers are popping up across Metro Detroit — Police say it'll reduce crime, but drivers are worried about privacy

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Detroit has too many empty office buildings, hurting the downtown economy. Could the solution help bring down housing costs?

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Debate ensues after historic Eastern Market building partially collapses -- Demolish or preserve it?

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As numbers tick up, concerns over COVID-19 are rising among some. What are the odds that lockdowns return?

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"I've never seen it this crazy" — The Detroit Lions have always had a strong tailgating culture. But this season fans say things are different

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The UAW has gone on strike before — but this time it's different. In the end, who will give in?

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Kmart is long gone in Michigan save for the massive, abandoned headquarters in Troy. But all of that is about to change

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Is the answer to Michigan's severe teacher shortage bringing back retired teachers?

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There are nearly 10 million open jobs in America today. Is that because people don't want to work anymore?

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Following the Larry Nassar scandal, a new ugly question arises: Did Michigan State's football coach sexually harass a victim of sexual violence?

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“It’s a chance to let your freak flag fly” – Dally in the Alley’s inclusivity in the Cass Corridor keeps it uniquely Detroit

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Experts say illegal firearms are a huge problem in Michigan. What's the best way to get them out of the wrong hands?

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College football isn't the only thing back — esports are, too. How did esports become so popular?

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Want your child to get the most out of youth sports? Kids say check your behavior at the door -- and experts agree

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Best Of: Euchre is intrinsically tied to Michiganders' identities -- Why is the game so popular in the Midwest?

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After dominating in the NFL, former Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson and Rob Sims are looking to dominate another field -- the cannabis industry

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The UAW overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike — How high is the risk of strike as the deadline approaches?

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Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield may want Mayor Mike Duggan's job

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As Michigan looks for green energy sources, is the answer more or less nuclear power in the state?

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It’s not just about the accent – How Ryan Redoute has found fame by becoming ‘That Michigan Guy’ on social media

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Ope! Experts say the Michigan accent is fading. But where is it going? And why?

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"It's just flooding everywhere...like I've never had to deal with." Travelers stranded as torrential downpours shut down Detroit Metro Airport

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The cost of living is soaring -- How much blame can be placed on the pandemic and when will we see relief?

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What kind of fall can Michiganders expect? And how much of the answer is dependent on climate change?

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Michigan public school kids will now get access to free breakfast and lunch. How big a difference will that make for 1.4 MILLION students?

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The secrets and treasures hidden inside the Belle Isle Aquarium — a true jewel of Detroit

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The Woodward Dream Cruise may be the most quintessential Michigan event. But cruising is about far more than just cars

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Disaster nearly struck when a plane crashed at Thunder Over Michigan — Are air shows worth the risk?

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After his latest indictment, former President Trump is facing 700+ years in prison. What role has Michigan played in his legal woes?

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"There was panic happening" -- On the 20th anniversary, Metro Detroiters recall stories of the 2003 blackout

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Legendary television anchor Mort Crim talks life, loss, fame and a burning love for the Motor City

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'It's all because of the people' -- Mort Crim reflects on a career in television and the love he still has for Detroiters, 25+ years into retirement

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"If people are fearful, that's a problem." Michigan black bear season begins in September — Why do we hunt them?

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It has been well over a year since Zion Foster disappeared. Her cousin admitted to dumping her body -- but did he kill her?

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Beyond Selfridge, how did Macomb County become Michigan's 'arsenal of defense'?

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Fewer people are taking back their returnables. Is it time to scrap Michigan's 50-year-old bottle deposit law?

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In the span of 20 years, how did the Detroit Riverfront go from an industrial wasteland to a globally recognized public space?

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As Campus Martius turns 20, we remember the driving force that brought drastic changes to Downtown Detroit

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'Depot Dogs' are back at Home Depot stores in Metro Detroit — What makes this hardware store hotdog so iconic?

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Michiganders will see a Super Moon AND a Blue Moon this month. And while fascinating, can the moon really change your mood?

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On the 36th anniversary of the first ride, does the Detroit People Mover deserve the hate it gets?

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"'I realized that if I stayed, I was going to die.' -- New testimony reveals the heroics of some of the teenagers inside of Oxford High School the day of the November 2021 shooting

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Lake St. Clair is one of Michigan's gems. But some are worried that the secret might be out and that could usher in unwelcome changes

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Euchre is intrinsically tied with Michiganders' identities -- Why is the game so popular in the Midwest?

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While they debate renaming Hart Plaza, we looked into what's so special about this space in the heart of Detroit

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Stellantis says it’s cleaned up the Mack Assembly Plant. But east side Detroit residents say the plant is poisoning them

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From Alabama to European Soccer: USA's Chris Richards talks coming to Detroit with Crystal Palace

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Junk food or Michigan treasures? On National Junk Food Day, Michiganders embrace their favorite snack brands

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There has been a lot of talk about prostitution in Metro Detroit lately — Is it time to legalize it?

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Grosse Pointe Shores is debating banning pit bulls — Are breed bans effective?

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Detroit is 10 years removed from the biggest municipal bankruptcy in US history. A decade later, is Detroit better off?

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Detroit is getting millions to install cameras on the freeways — Is this an invasion of your privacy?

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Michigan's population is in somewhat of a free-fall. Can the state's new "Chief Growth Officer" turn things around?

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A beachside ghost town that vanished 150 years ago, buried in sand: The story of Singapore, Michigan

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An ongoing problem: Tons of people are moving away from Michigan — How do we fix it?

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Macomb County beaches are constantly closing due to e. coli — What can be done to fix this aggravating problem for good?

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Michigan doesn’t have the death penalty. But that might not matter for the man accused of killing 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith

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The Queen of Soul has gotten her R-E-S-P-E-C-T. But who should get Aretha Franklin's $80M estate? The battle between her sons has just begun

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New Ann Arbor ordinance prevents police from pulling drivers over for minor offenses — Is this the right move?

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I-75 getting a carpool lane — Is this something Michigan needs to help reduce traffic?

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4th of July is practically synonymous with fireworks — But should Michiganders be allowed nearly a week to shoot them off?

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How did the 'Old English D' go beyond a baseball cap to become the symbol of Detroit pride?

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As 1M+ Michiganders hit the roads this holiday, they have a new law to follow. Here's what you need to know

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There is a lot of excitement over online and sports gambling in Michigan. But with such great risk, is it worth it?

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Does it make sense to cover Detroit's vacant acres with solar farms? The mayor promises lucrative benefits for residents

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Michigan is receiving $1.5 billion to bring high-speed internet to every resident -- Here's how, and why

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Doctors are sounding the alarm about malaria in the U.S. Just because it's not in Michigan (yet) doesn't mean we don’t have anything to worry about

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Critics say the old distracted driving law in Michigan didn't do enough. Can a new law fix that without going too far?

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For the last 50 years, Alice Cooper has been transforming rock-and-roll. And at 75, the Godfather of Shock Rock is showing no signs of slowing down

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Lakeside in Sterling Heights IS still open. At least for now. What does the short and long-term future hold for the massive mall?

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60 years after the Detroit Walk To Freedom, the lore of the Shrine of the Black Madonna looms as largely as ever

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There are roughly 1,500 shipwrecks in the Great Lakes — Why is exploring them so alluring?

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To zipper merge or not to zipper merge? If you ask experts and police, there really is no argument

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Tens of thousands of dollars have been spent so Governor Whitmer can push European companies to come to Michigan. Is it worth it?