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Chamber members recognized among Crain's notable real estate leaders for 2024

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 17, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber is celebrating Crain’s Detroit Business’ 2024 Notable Commercial Real Estate Leaders, some of whom are from the Chamber’s member companies.

Detroit Regional Chamber welcomes new board members; Suzanne Shank begins term as chair

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 17, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber has welcomed nine new executives to its Board of Directors, while Suzanne Shank, President and Chief Executive Officer of Siebert Williams Shank & Co., commenced her term as Chair at the Board’s first meeting for the 2024-2025 term.

Governor Whitmer announces grants for Michigan's small businesses creating new jobs

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 17, 2024

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced support for 31 small businesses across Michigan through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s (MEDC) Match on Main program. The $748,018.82 in grants awarded will create resiliency and strengthen downtowns in communities throughout the state.

Detroit Tigers complete final day of MLB Draft selecting new talents

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 16, 2024

DETROIT, MI – The Detroit Tigers today completed rounds 11 through 20 of the 2024 MLB Draft, bringing the total number of players selected to 21 across the three days that picks were made.

Michigan climbs to ninth place in CNBC's Top States for Business

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 16, 2024

Michigan has been ranked as the No. 9 state for business by CNBC, which released its rankings of America’s Top States for Business in 2024. The state advanced from No. 10 last year and entered the top 10 for the third time since the list's inception. This achievement is attributed to Michigan's economic development strategy centered on People, Places, and Projects.

Eric Gustafsson joins Detroit Red Wings on two-year contract

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 15, 2024

DETROIT -- Born in Nynashamn, Sweden, Eric Gustafsson grew up admiring Detroit Red Wings star Swedish defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom. Now Gustafsson is a member of the same club that his childhood hockey idol played for after signing a two-year free-agent contract with the Red Wings on July 1.

Settlement reached between US attorney's office and Wayne County on jail reforms

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 15, 2024

DETROIT – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan has reached a landmark settlement agreement with Wayne County concerning inmates with disabilities. After receiving numerous complaints, the U.S. Attorney’s Office opened an investigation of the Wayne County Jail under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), 42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132.

Small business optimism holds steady amid inflation and worker shortages

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 15, 2024

The latest report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates that small business optimism remains steady despite ongoing inflation. Many employers on Main Street are expected to raise prices to cope with economic pressures.

Detroit Lions to induct Calvin Johnson Jr. into Pride of the Lions

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 15, 2024

The Detroit Lions announced the induction of 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson Jr. into the Pride of the Lions. The ceremony will take place during halftime of their Homecoming game on September 30, 2024, against the Seattle Seahawks. Pride of the Lions is a permanent display at Ford Field that honors the greatest players in franchise history.

Detroit Tigers select Bryce Rainer as their first-round pick

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 14, 2024

The Detroit Tigers have selected shortstop Bryce Rainer from Harvard-Westlake High School in California with the 11th overall pick in the 2024 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.

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Detroit City Wire area weekly mass times

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Detroit City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Wayne County's women's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 12, 2024

Women's football teams from Wayne County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.

Detroit City FC seeks first win against Memphis 901 FC

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 12, 2024

Detroit City FC concludes a brief two-game homestand this Saturday against Western Conference opponent Memphis 901 FC. The match is scheduled for 4:00 PM EDT and will be available for streaming on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on Detroit50 (WKBD-TV). Michigan residents can stream the game for free at www.cbsnews.com/detroit.

Colleen Allen honored during Disability Pride Month

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 12, 2024

DETROIT -- For Colleen Allen, who has been President and CEO of the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) since 2012, autism advocacy has always been at the forefront of her life.

Michigan SBDC announces Pitch Black competition for Black-owned businesses

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 12, 2024

Applications are now being accepted for Pitch Black Detroit, a pitch competition organized by the Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) specifically for Black-owned businesses.

NFL Draft brings over $213M economic boost to City of Detroit

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 12, 2024

We’re getting a closer look at the economic impact from the record-setting NFL Draft in Detroit earlier this year.

Detroit Lions announce 2024 Inspire Change grantees

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 11, 2024

The Detroit Lions have announced the 2024 recipients of their social justice initiative, Detroit Lions Inspire Change. The program, launched by Lions players and ownership after the 2018 NFL season, will distribute $471,000 in grants to six Metro Detroit organizations this year.

Red Wings sign Michael Brandsegg-Nygård to three-year contract

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 11, 2024

DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings have signed forward Michael Brandsegg-Nygård to a three-year, entry-level contract with an average annual value of $975,000.

Patrick Kane re-signs one-year deal with Red Wings

By Detroit City Wire | Jul 10, 2024

DETROIT -- The Red Wings will retain a veteran presence for the 2024-25 season. On June 30, the team announced they re-signed Patrick Kane to a one-year contract. Set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, Kane expressed his desire to return to Detroit.