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FBI probe extends to Kilpatrick adviser Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:27:00 EST
DETROIT -- The FBI is interested in questioning a Democratic National Committee member and political aide to Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick in connection with a city hall sludge contract and public corruption probe, a source familiar with the investigation told The Detroit News.

Wasted chances doom Tigers Fri, 04 Jul 2008 21:02:00 EST
SEATTLE -- There were invitations, opportunities and overtures -- none accepted by Tigers batters who couldn't quite figure out what to do with all those runners aboard.

Former GOP Sen. Jesse Helms dies Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:27:00 EST
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Former Sen. Jesse Helms, an unyielding champion of the conservative movement who spent three combative and sometimes caustic decades in Congress, where he relished his battles against liberals, Communists and occasionally a fellow Republican, died on the Fourth of July. He was 86.

One more time: Federer vs. Nadal at Wimbledon Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:37:00 EST
WIMBLEDON, England -- Add up all of Roger Federer's greatness on grass courts, and the numbers are striking: 40 wins in a row at Wimbledon, 65 overall on the surface.

Statue of Liberty's crown may reopen to public Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:04:00 EST
NEW YORK -- The National Park Service is considering reopening Lady Liberty's crown for the first time since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, according to documents a congressman released on July Fourth.

Oil prices fall more than $1 a barrel Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:34:00 EST
Oil prices fell more than $1 a barrel Friday from record levels set a day earlier on hopes that tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program could ease and cut the chances of American or Israeli military action against OPEC's second-largest oil producer.

Eat-off settles Coney Island hot dog contest Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:57:00 EST
NEW YORK -- Joey Chestnut reclaimed the top spot at the annual hot dog eating contest in Coney Island on Friday after first tying with archrival Takeru Kobayashi in a 10-minute chow-down and then beating him in a five-dog eat-off.

Mercedes-Benz Cars first half sales up 8 percent Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:12:00 EST
FRANKFURT, Germany -- German carmaker Daimler AG said Friday sales for its Mercedes-Benz Cars unit were up 8 percent in the January through June period this year.

Chrysler, Chinese automaker Great Wall to study sharing technology, distribution Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:10:00 EST
BEIJING -- Chrysler LLC, looking for foreign partnerships to help drive its business as U.S. sales slump, announced a deal with China's Great Wall Motor Co. on Friday to study sharing technology, components and distribution.

Phil Donahue to present documentary in Traverse City Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:24:00 EST
TRAVERSE CITY -- One-time talk-show host Phil Donahue is expected to present his Iraq war documentary "Body of War" at the Traverse City Film Festival.

Bribe probe ensnarls Conyers Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Federal investigators have electronic surveillance evidence that allegedly links Detroit City Council President Pro Tem Monica Conyers with receiving a payment or payments in connection with a city-approved sludge contract.

Muslims feel ignored by McCain, Obama Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Some in Metro Detroit, with one of the largest populations of Muslims nationwide, perceive the 2008 election as a regression.

Welcome center faces foreclosure Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
The Mexicantown Welcome Center and Mercado is two years behind schedule, facing foreclosure in federal court to pay contractors and still waiting for about $1 million from mostly municipal funders to finish the project.

Good rental deals plentiful up north Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
As families rein in spending to cope with the rising costs of fuel and food, owners of Michigan vacation homes are feeling the effects.

Fun on the Fourth, in many ways Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:07:00 EST
Perfect summer weather set the stage Friday for a host of Fourth of July events, from a patriotic neighborhood parade in Oak Park to picnics and badminton on Belle Isle in Detroit to the inaugural Rothbury Music Festival.

Golf courses in upper Michigan try to combat poor economy Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:07:00 EST
It was inevitable that Michigan's poor economic environment and rising price of gasoline would begin to affect the bottom line of many golf resorts and courses in Northern Michigan. The industry in Northern Michigan depends heavily on Southeastern and Southwestern Michigan golfers to fill hotels, eat in restaurants and play golf. So far, 2008 has been a mixed bag.

Teen drug court toughs it out Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
An intensive 22-week program aimed at getting troublesome kids back on the right path has become a bright spot that's making strides amid recent reports of Macomb County teens' involvement in crime.

Disney stars, discounts expected to be big draw at State Fair Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Advance ticket sales, discounted all-day Midway rides and a powerhouse lineup of Disney performers are on tap at this year's Michigan State Fair.

Spitz thinks record will fall Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:07:00 EST
He has Mark Spitz's blessing. And not that he needs any more motivation, but Michael Phelps undoubtedly added a little of that, too, Friday at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials.

Friends rally to save farm Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
The Friends of Fuerst Farm are trying to persuade Novi officials to change their minds about demolishing the historical city-owned farmstead, but time is quickly running out.

Auto supplier seeks brownfield tax credit Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
A German-owned automotive supplier wants to expand its Brighton plant and bring new jobs to the area, but first it needs the city to approve a plan that would allow it tax credits to offset some of the cost.

Study to hit Lake Erie bottom Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Researchers want to know if the bottom of Lake Erie is littered with cannonballs and other ammunition from a naval battle that was part of the War of 1812.

Even with 4,000 attendees, it's all 'family' Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Friday was a day for exploring Arab culture, playing basketball and card games, and teen dancing for those attending the 50th Ramallah Convention at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn.

Wayne briefs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Melvindale, Canton Township, Westland.

Texts of mayoral insiders sealed Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:57:00 EST
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has gathered evidence against Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and Christine Beatty through text messages from 25 pagers, including the city-issued devices used by the mayor's dad, wife and several others, according to affidavits filed Thursday.

Detroit takes heat over plan to ticket unlicensed bicycles Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:57:00 EST
The Detroit Police Department announced plans this week to step up enforcement of a 1964 ordinance requiring bicycles to be registered. Officers will begin handing out $55 fines for unregistered bikes Aug. 7.

Mideast Christian group gathers Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:37:00 EST
Several thousand Christian Palestinians, members of the American Federation of Ramallah Palestine, are gathering at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn for several days of conferences and a full-immersion into the Arab-American culture of Metro Detroit this week.

Two cities bet on wireless future Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:37:00 EST
LINCOLN PARK -- Two Downriver cities are investing in wireless Internet networks for their business districts, betting that technology will help attract young and mobile consumers to their downtowns.

Teacher gets prison time Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:37:00 EST
DETROIT -- A former Plymouth Christian Academy teacher who had sex with 15-year-old former student says she made "the worst possible choice." The victim's mother agrees.

Oakland briefs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Commerce Township, Farmington Hills, Pontiac.

Man's lawsuit claims Eminem punched him Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
PONTIAC -- A Royal Oak man filed an assault and battery lawsuit Thursday against popular recording artist Eminem, claiming he was sucker-punched by the rapper two years ago while standing at a urinal at an Eight Mile strip club in Detroit.

Couple charged in sex assault of girl in home Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
CLARKSTON -- A 64-year-old convicted sex offender and his wife were both charged in Clarkston 52-2 District Court on Thursday with sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl who told investigators she was paid money to test and rate sexual devices for the man.

Oakland County briefs Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Pontiac

Brandon Twp. couple charged in sexual assault of girl, 16 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:00:00 EST
CLARKSTON -- A 64-year-old convicted sex offender from Brandon Township and his wife were charged Thursday in 52-2 District Court in the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl who told investigators she was paid to test and rate sexual devices for the man.

Macomb briefs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Warren, Macomb County, Sterling Heights.

Macomb County briefs Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Warren

Livingston briefs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Putnam Township, Hamburg Township.

Teen on probation for fatal crash Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
A 17-year-old Howell girl was sentenced Thursday to one year of probation and required to undergo counseling for causing the death of a high school friend in 2007. Both girls were sophomores at Howell High School's Parker campus.

Livingston County briefs Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Countywide

Tent sales pop up with gas prices Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
High gas prices are expected to deter long-distance travel this summer, but campgrounds and camping equipment suppliers are getting a boost from Michiganians opting for "stay-cations."

Discounted gas draws crowd Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
PLYMOUTH -- The Living Word Church, working with a local vendor, provided gas at 30 cents cheaper than current prices to customers for nearly 3 ½ hours Thursday at the Plymouth Super Center on Ann Arbor Road. The church bought 10,000 gallons of gas in anticipation of sales throughout the day at the Super Center, which normally sells about 6,000 gallons a day.

117,000 customers without power Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:27:00 EST
About 117,000 customers remained without power statewide late Thursday following powerful storms that swept through the state Wednesday night.

Tom Greenwood: Fill-up site eases ride for disabled Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Michigan Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land wants to remind motorists with disabilities that they can make their lives easier by using "The Pump Guide" when preparing for the long holiday weekend.

Nearly 200,000 powerless after storms Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:57:00 EST
Nearly 200,000 customers were without power Thursday following powerful storms that prompted a flood warning and snarled the morning commute.

Report: Airport 'go-around' maneuver poses possible safety hazard Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:32:00 EST
NEWARK, N.J. -- A United Airlines jetliner was coming in for a landing at the Las Vegas airport in 2006 when the tower radioed that a smaller plane was still crossing the runway.

DPS is issue on 'Black Journal' Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Detroit Public Television's "American Black Journal" tackles a timely subject and talks to former Detroit Public Schools Superintendent William Coleman and his attorney Bert Marks.

Suspected pot plants again found at U-M gardens Fri, 04 Jul 2008 11:54:00 EST
ANN ARBOR TOWNSHIP -- Police say they've found suspected marijuana plants at a University of Michigan botanical gardens for the second time this year.

Former EMU official up for high school job Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
YPSILANTI -- James F. Vick, Eastern Michigan University's former vice president for student affairs, is being considered for a position as assistant principal and athletic director at Ypsilanti High School.

Rethink Detroit's bicycle crackdown Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
The Detroit Police have been ordered to crack down on bicycle owners who don't have bicycle licenses. This in a city that last year, according to preliminary FBI figures released last month, had more than 44 homicides per 100,000 residents and more than 2,200 violent crimes per 100,000 residents.

Editorial Quick Hits: Theirs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:00:00 EST
Most presidential candidates adapt their message after they win their party nomination, but (Barack) Obama isn't merely "running to the center." He's fleeing from many of his primary positions so markedly and so rapidly that he's embracing a sizable chunk of President Bush's policy. Who would have thought that a Democrat would rehabilitate the much-maligned Bush agenda? -- Wall Street Journal editorial on Obama's shifts on domestic spying and faith-based groups

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