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Mountains of petroleum coke -- a byproduct of oil refining from tar sands in Alberta, Canada -- have drawn public concern from politicians, environmental experts, community activists, business owners and residents in the southwest Detroit neighborhood where the black mounds have been deposited along the riverfront since late fall.
Wayne State University's Forum on Contemporary Issues in Society will hold two community discussions and workshops on June 6 and 13 at the International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit.
Michigan's University Research Corridor schools -- Michigan, Michigan State and Wayne State universities -- are cranking out entrepreneurs at twice the national rate of college graduates.
Wayne State University said Wednesday it had received notice of a $820,398 grant from the New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan that will continue to support the Technology Commercialization Office's efforts to expand and improve the university's entrepreneurial culture and technology commercialization results.
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
On May 9, 12 Chinese students were the first to graduate from Wayne State University's 3+2 program - a partnership with several Chinese universities.
Underrepresented minorities comprise approximately 30 percent of the United States population, but only 10 percent are college educated in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. A Wayne State University study recently funded by the American Association for the Advancement of Science aims to change these statistics.
Wayne State University had no idea that a folk hero was in its midst when the Detroit school awarded Sixto Rodriguez a philosophy degree in 1981.
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
A Motor City folk-rocker who unknowingly found fame an ocean away will be honored by his alma mater.
Advaita, a Plymouth-based biotechnology startup spun out of Wayne State University, is one of 25 companies selected to participate in the new Michigan I-Corps program starting in May.
Two Wayne State University researchers are working on a technique that could lead to easier, faster identification of cancer tumors that can be effectively treated by calcium channel-based therapies.
Could the root of the bombings in Boston be in the war-torn Russian region of Chechnya?
Sheriff Benny Napoleon said some items found in a duffel bag could have been used to make a bomb.
Data collected and analyzed at the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit has produced what could be the first published work to examine the relationship between wartime environmental exposures and birth outcomes for children of men and women living in Iraq before and after the 1991 Gulf War.
How do you make sure kids get an education if they don't even have a place to call home?
The work of Wayne State University College of Engineering students is having an impact on underserved patients being cared for by WSU School of Medicine students thousands of miles from Detroit.
A 12-year-old girl and the game she invented will be among the featured presenters during the Detroit celebration of World Intellectual Property Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the TechShop Detroit, 800 Republic Drive, Allen Park.
Wayne State University is issuing a request for proposals for the development of a mixed-use project including retail, residential apartments, and an event and conference area on 1.5 acres on Canfield between Cass and Woodward avenues.
Career services consultant Carmen Gamlin is passionate about helping Warriors launch their careers. Working with the Wayne State University College of Engineering and the WSU Career Services Office, her goal is to connect talented students, graduates and employers.
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index grew by four points in March, from 51.7 to 55.7, signifying a faster growing economy.
The latest awards and certifications earned by Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
A new study suggests whether or not you get good service at a restaurant depends on your race.
An anonymous tip about a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel classes at one of its schools on Friday.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
An anonymous tip about a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel classes at one of its schools on Friday.
At least 32 officers' licenses are being investigated, according to MCOLES.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Chloe and Helena Bennett were inside their Orion Township condo when it exploded Tuesday night.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hinch, a 50-year-old in his fourth season leading the Tigers, made the playoffs with a torrid second half despite losing quality players like right-hander Jack Flaherty at the July 30 trade deadline.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Detroit Lions players have given back to the community in the past. On Friday, D.J. Reader gave out over 200 meals ahead of Thanksgiving.
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
More than 30 Detroit police officers have been working without active law enforcement officer licenses, according to the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
Melissa Haimowitz-Clouse, owner of Brave Whip Society, talks running a small business in downtown Detroit.
An anonymous tip involving a threat prompted the Southfield Public School District to cancel class at one of their schools on Friday.