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Detroit Regional Chamber decides against endorsing candidate for U.S. Senate

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber PAC announced on Friday that it would not endorse a candidate for the U.S. Senate, as its board could not reach a consensus.

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Red Wings support Detroit Tigers ahead of 2024 MLB playoffs

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

Detroit Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde, who grew up in Brasher Falls, N.Y., has always supported the MLB franchise in his state of residence. This year, he is particularly enthusiastic about cheering for the Detroit Tigers as they clinched an American League Wild-Card spot.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments from January to September 2024.

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Detroit Regional Chamber chooses neutrality in U.S. Senate race

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber announced on Friday that it will not endorse a candidate in the U.S. Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Elissa Slotkin. The chamber emphasized that both candidates are strong and would serve Michigan well.

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Red Wings prepare for split-squad preseason games against Penguins and Sabres

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings will divide their expanded Training Camp roster for preseason games against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Little Caesars Arena and the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Monday night. Both games are scheduled to start at 7 p.m., with streaming available on DetroitRedWings.com and the Red Wings Mobile App.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.

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Detroit City FC wins third straight match and moves up to third place

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 29, 2024

Detroit City FC secured a 2-0 victory over Monterey Bay FC in Seaside, California, on Sunday. The win marked the team's third consecutive triumph and moved them into third place in the Eastern Conference standings.

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Red Wings vs. Penguins preseason game rescheduled to September 30

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 29, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings have announced that their preseason game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, originally scheduled for tonight at Little Caesars Arena, has been rescheduled. The game will now take place on Monday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. as part of a split-squad event. On the same evening, the Red Wings will also face the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

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Which former Detroit City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 29, 2024

These former Detroit City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

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Detroit City Wire area weekly mass times

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 28, 2024

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

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Red Wings prepare for preseason clash against Penguins

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 28, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings will face the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night in the second half of a weekend back-to-back preseason set at Little Caesars Arena. The game will start at 7 p.m., with streaming available on DetroitRedWings.com and the Red Wings Mobile App. Radio coverage will be provided by WWJ Newsradio 950 in Detroit.

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Frank Venegas Jr named Hispanic Heritage Month Game Changer

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 28, 2024

Frank Venegas Jr., a Detroit native and grandson of Mexican immigrants, has been recognized as a Hispanic Heritage Month Game Changers honoree. In 1979, Venegas won a raffle for a brand-new Cadillac. Instead of keeping the car, he sold it to start his first business, The Ideal Group, Inc.

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Detroit Regional Chamber remains neutral in Michigan Senate race

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 27, 2024

Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber issued a statement from its President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah on behalf of its Political Action Committee (PAC). The PAC conducted interviews with both the Democratic and Republican candidates for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat this month but did not reach a two-thirds consensus necessary for an endorsement.

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Red Wings host Blackhawks for preseason rematch at Little Caesars Arena

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 27, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings will begin the home portion of their 2024-25 preseason schedule on Friday night, hosting the Chicago Blackhawks at Little Caesars Arena. The game is set to start at 7 p.m. and will be streamed on DetroitRedWings.com and the Red Wings Mobile App. Radio coverage will be available on WWJ Newsradio 950 in Detroit.

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Detroit City FC set for final West Coast trip of season against Monterey Bay

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 27, 2024

Detroit City FC will make its final trip to the West Coast this season, playing against Monterey Bay FC on Saturday night. The match at Cardinale Stadium is scheduled for 10:00 PM EDT and will be streamed live on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on Detroit50 (WKBD-TV). Fans in Michigan can stream the game for free at www.cbsnews.com/detroit.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Wayne County in 2022-23 school year

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 3.5% in Wayne County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Detroit Regional Chamber hosts virtual event on Black tech talent survey

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber and MichAuto will host a virtual event on Tuesday, Oct. 1, to present the findings from the Detroit/Metro Black Tech Talent Survey conducted by McKinsey & Co. in Fall 2024. The survey aims to assess the attraction and retention of Black tech talent in Detroit.

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Detroit Regional Chamber PAC announces bipartisan endorsements for November elections

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC) has announced its bipartisan endorsements for the November 2024 general elections. The endorsements cover candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives, the Michigan House of Representatives, and the Detroit Public Schools Community District Board. This move aligns with the Chamber PAC's ongoing commitment to supporting a balanced slate of candidates who promote policies beneficial to both regional and statewide business communities.

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Detroit Lions introduce new spirit line celebrating team history

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

The Detroit Lions have introduced Grit City Spirits, launching two limited edition releases: Grit City Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Grit City Vodka. This initiative marks the 2024 season and the return of the team's black uniform. The spirits are available across Michigan, produced in collaboration with craft distillery BOTLD.

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Detroit Regional Chamber unveils Black tech talent survey results on Oct. 1

By Detroit City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

The Detroit Regional Chamber and MichAuto will host a virtual event on October 1 to present the findings from the Detroit/Metro Black Tech Talent Survey conducted by McKinsey & Co. in Fall 2024. The survey aims to evaluate the attraction and retention of Black tech talent in Detroit.