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Detroit City FC defeats Charleston Battery with late goals

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 15, 2024

Detroit City FC secured a 2-0 victory against Charleston Battery on Saturday afternoon at Keyworth Stadium. A crowd of 7,172 witnessed the match, which was decided by goals from Maxi Rodriguez and Elvis Amoh in the final minutes.

Detroit City FC aims for historic playoff berth against Midwest United

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 14, 2024

Detroit City FC is poised to make a significant stride toward its first-ever playoff berth for its women’s team as it hosts Midwest United FC at Keyworth Stadium on Saturday evening. The match, which is the second in a Detroit City FC doubleheader, is scheduled to kick off at 7 PM and will be streamed on CBSDetroit.com.

Emme Zanotti honored by Detroit teams during Pride Month

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 14, 2024

DETROIT -- After coming out as transgender in 2014, Emme Zanotti has focused on helping others understand her gender identity across different areas of her life.

Detroit City FC hosts Charleston Battery after four-game road trip

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 14, 2024

Detroit City FC returns to Keyworth Stadium this Saturday after a four-game road trip to face the 2023 Eastern Conference Champions, Charleston Battery. Kickoff is set for 4:00 PM EDT and will be streamed live on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on Detroit50 (WKBD-TV). Supporters in Michigan can stream the match for free at www.cbsnews.com/detroit.

Michigan considers free community college under new proposal

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 13, 2024

Last week, a 16-year-old high school student named Layla shared her concerns about the high cost of college and its impact on her family. During a visit to the Livonia Career Technical Center, it became evident that many students share similar worries and aspirations. The need for young voices in policy discussions is pressing.

Detroit Regional CEO Group supports SOAR Fund overhaul in letter to legislators

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 13, 2024

On June 10, 2024, the Detroit Regional CEO Group sent a letter to Michigan House and Senate leaders expressing strong support for passing HB 5768-5770, SB 559, and SB 562. These bills aim to overhaul the state’s current Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve (SOAR) Fund by investing in business attraction, affordable housing, community revitalization, and transit projects.

Michigan CEOs urge lawmakers to support $600M annual economic development package

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 13, 2024

Some of Michigan’s most influential business leaders are urging state lawmakers to support a 10-year economic development package that would allocate $600 million annually to business-attraction incentives, public transportation, housing, and community revitalization.

Detroit City FC prepares for key matchup against Cleveland Force SC

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 12, 2024

Detroit City FC is preparing for a midweek match against Cleveland Force SC at Krenzler Field on Wednesday evening. The squad aims to extend its lead at the top of the Great Lakes Division before hosting Midwest United FC this weekend. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 PM ET.

Le Rouge dominate but fail to score in draw against Cleveland Force SC

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 12, 2024

Detroit City FC creates plenty of chances, fails to score any, draws 0-0 on the road to Cleveland Force SC

Detroit Regional Chamber PAC announces August primary election endorsements

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 12, 2024

DETROIT (June 12, 2024) – The Detroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its bipartisan endorsements for the August 2024 primary elections. The Chamber PAC endorsed candidates in 51 races: eight in the U.S. House of Representatives, 42 in the Michigan House of Representatives, and David Coulter for Oakland County Executive.

Alex Lyon aims for greater success after standout season with Red Wings

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 12, 2024

DETROIT -- After signing a two-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings last summer, Alex Lyon entered Training Camp expecting to be the starting goaltender for the club’s AHL-affiliate Grand Rapids Griffins during the 2023-24 season.

Greg Handel discusses talent topics on "A Healthier Michigan" podcast

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 12, 2024

Greg Handel, Vice President of Education and Talent at the Detroit Regional Chamber, joined the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan “A Healthier Michigan” podcast to discuss talent topics covered at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference, centered on the theme “Bridging the Future Together.”

Detroit Regional Chamber's decade-long advocacy leads to Gordie Howe International Bridge milestone

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 11, 2024

For more than a decade, the Detroit Regional Chamber advocated for a third connection between Detroit and Windsor – the busiest northern border crossing between Canada and the U.S., and a key hub in one of the densest, most interconnected transportation and trade corridors in North America.

Michigan House committee passes bills overhauling SOAR fund

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 11, 2024

On June 11, the Michigan House Economic Development and Small Business Committee heard testimony on and passed HB 5768-5770, SB 559, and SB 562, which collectively aim to overhaul the state’s current Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve (SOAR) Fund.

Red Wings' Derek Lalonde reflects on IIHF Worlds experience

By Detroit City Wire | Jun 11, 2024

DETROIT -- During a busy NHL offseason, Detroit Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde expressed his enjoyment of his hockey-filled life. Less than a month after completing his second season with the Red Wings, Lalonde served as an assistant coach for Team USA at the 2024 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship in Czechia from May 10-26.