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In Detroit, half the street lights could go dark
Thursday, May 24, 2012
The mayor's plan would stop illuminating blighted neighborhoods, and spend more to light the rest.
Michigan and Detroit agree on deal to help city's deficit
Thursday, April 5, 2012
The city of Detroit has a projected a deficit of more than $200 million his year -- and it could run out of money by June. Last night, Detroit's city council narrowly passed a controversial deal with the State of Michigan.
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From heavy industry to intensive care
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Workers in Detroit who've been laid off from traditional industry are finding new and unexpected opportunities in the caring professions.
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In Michigan, a tale of two Dodges
Friday, February 24, 2012
Wrapping up a week in Michigan leading up to that state's primary, host Jeremy Hobson ventured to two very different neighborhoods in Detroit to figure out how people there are feeling about the election.
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Ford CEO Alan Mulally on the auto industry's progress
Friday, February 17, 2012
The president of Ford Motor Co. credits good investments as a reason for the company's ability to stay afloat during the recession.
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The long and short story of Jack Detroit
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
The luxury men's magazine didn't make it, but its founder may yet help get Detroit's economy off the ground.
Less is more at Detroit auto show
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Car companies roll out a fleet of smaller vehicles at this year's North American Auto Show to appeal to budget-minded car buyers.
Detroit girds for possible state takeover
Monday, December 26, 2011
With Detroit $12 billion in debt, Michigan is about to start a financial review that could result in a state-appointed emergency manager for the city.
MID-DAY UPDATE: Ireland in the spotlight
Monday, November 22, 2010
Today's big story was Ireland. Yesterday, the country agreed to a bailout from The European Central Bank and the IMF, though the terms and...
Detroit ads poke fun of image
Monday, May 10, 2010
An upcoming Mensa convention is being promoted with the slogan: "Who's the genius who picked Detroit?" But the group behind the slogan might...
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