Detroit business owner linked to historic fentanyl seizure charged: Barry Willis, 55, was indicted on multiple felony charges, officials said Thursday.
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/04/11/detroit-business-owner-linked-historic-fentanyl-seizure-charged/73291564007/
Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Astronomicon returns to Livonia, Greenfield Village opens for the season in Dearborn, plus more things happening ...
detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/2024/04/10/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-metro-detroit/73265517007/
Michigan man charged after remark about hanging election official 'for treason': During a Dec. 15 ballot recount in Oakland County, the Livonia man allegedly ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/01/michigan-man-charged-after-allegedly-threatening-election-official-joe-rozell-hanged-treason/73168742007/
Chicken Guy in Livonia to celebrate 1st anniversary with free milkshakes: This no April Fool's prank. Fast casual eatery Chicken Guy in Livonia is celebrating ...
freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/03/30/chicken-guy-milkshakes-how-to-get-free-one-for-livonia-anniversary/73154144007/
Detroit business owner allegedly sold fentanyl, Livonia police say: Livonia police were investigating Barry Anthony Willis, a 55-year-old man known as "Blue" to ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2024/04/02/detroit-business-owner-allegedly-sold-fentanyl-livonia-police-say/73176239007/
Rubin: Bookstock bounty alights again as massive used book, media sale returns to Livonia
freep.com/story/news/columnists/neal-rubin/2024/04/03/michigans-largest-used-book-salbookstock-largest-used-book-media-sale-in-michigan-returns-to-livonia/73104401007/
Bookstock used book event is coming back to Livonia in April: Metro Detroit's largest used book sale is coming back to Livonia for a 20th year.
hometownlife.com/story/life/2024/03/11/bookstock-used-book-event-livonia/72897694007/
Buss: Base ID changes on reality: The confusion and complication this legislation could throw into public health and safety is considerable.
detroitnews.com/story/opinion/columnists/kaitlyn-buss/2024/02/24/buss-base-id-changes-on-reality/72711602007/
Livonia man's body found in northern Mich. river: Thomas Moran hadn't returned from fishing on the Pere Marquette River, officials said.
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/02/05/livonia-man-body-found-northern-mich-river/72479896007/
I'm disabled, and I don't want to kill animals | Letters to the Editor: Free Press readers respond to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's pre-K proposal ...
freep.com/story/opinion/readers/2024/02/04/animal-rights-pre-k-2024-election-letters-editor/72435249007/
Find solace in the outdoors: Ice fishing tournament for disabled veterans, others
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/01/30/hunting-ice-fishing-outdoor-recreation-for-disabled-veterans/72303126007/
New exhibit at Michigan Science Center will take visitors into the atmosphere and to space
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2024/01/26/exhibit-all-about-aerospace-opens-tuesday-at-michigan-science-center/72342669007/
Sandy Longsdorf, longtime Livonia and Redford resident and former restaurant owner, dies
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2024/01/09/former-livonia-restaurant-owner-sandra-sandy-longsdorf-dies-at-62/72166311007/
Quick Glance: Longtime Livonia and Redford Resident, Former Restaurant Owner Passes Away
- Sandy Longsdorf, a longtime Livonia and Redford resident and former restaurant owner, passed away at the age of 62. Her husband, Ron Longsdorf, shared on Facebook that she had been battling lung cancer for a year and a half.
- Longsdorf was born in Garden City and graduated from Livonia Frankin High School in 1979, according to her obituary.
- Known for her 'heart of gold' and dedication to 'take care of family and friends,' Longsdorf was also the former owner of a longtime Livonia restaurant along with her husband, Ron.
- Starting as a waitress at Old Mexico restaurant in the mid-70s, it was her first job, as mentioned by Ron Longsdorf. The restaurant had been around for more than four decades.
Livonia to residents dealing with dead deer on their property: You're on your own
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2024/01/02/livonia-to-residents-dealing-with-dead-deer-youre-on-your-own/72034196007/
Michigan man accused in arson of historic Tenn. building: Officials said it took firefighters more than 12 hours to extinguish the blaze, one firefighter was ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2024/01/05/arson-historic-building-morristown-tennessee-michigan-man-charged/72117468007/
Boneyard BBQ closing its Livonia location after New Year: Boneyard BBQ Livonia's last day of operation is Jan. 7. Its locations in Dearborn and Farmington Hills ...
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2023/12/26/boneyard-bbq-livonia-closing-january/72030915007/
Texas woman seeking abortion argued Trisomy 18 was lethal. Michigan children prove it's not.
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/12/27/trisomy-18-texas-abortion-case-kate-cox-michigan/71967797007/
Sports-talk staple Sean Baligian, axed by WJR: 'This might be it, and that's OK': Sean Baligian, a Livonia native, has been on the air for nearly three decades ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/other/2023/12/13/sports-talk-staple-sean-baligian-axed-by-wjr/71906151007/
Construction to start next year on new $21.9M Livonia senior center: The new 25,000-square-foot facility will be added to the Kirksey Community Recreation Center ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/11/26/construction-to-start-next-year-on-new-livonia-senior-center/71597459007/
Ohio State jumps Michigan, moves to No. 2. Washington, FSU flip-flop at Nos. 4-5: Ohio State passed Michigan and moved up to No. 2 in The Associated Press ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/college/2023/11/19/ohio-state-jumps-michigan-moves-to-no-2-washington-fsu-flip-flop-at-nos-4-5/71646958007/
Whitmer signs Michigan "Reproductive Health Act," repeals abortion restrictions: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer repealed a handful of abortion restrictions in Michigan ...
freep.com/story/news/politics/2023/11/21/whitmer-repeals-michigan-abortion-restrictions/71657347007/
Ohio State moves up to No. 2 ahead of Michigan in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll: There was no change at the top of the US LBM Coaches Poll. But the team behind ...
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UM, rest of top nine unchanged in college football poll: No. 2 Michigan got nine first-place votes, No. 3 Ohio State had three.
detroitnews.com/story/sports/college/university-michigan/wolverines/2023/11/05/um-nine-unchanged-college-football-poll/71466732007/
Woman convicted of killing pro cyclist 'Mo' Wilson is sentenced to 90 years in prison
detroitnews.com/story/news/nation/2023/11/17/texas-cyclist-killed-anna-moriah-wilson-kaitlin-armstrong/71620081007/
Quick Glance: Kaitlin Armstrong Convicted to 90-Year Prison Term
- Kaitlin Armstrong was sentenced to 90 years in prison after being found guilty of the murder of elite cyclist Anna Moriah 'Mo' Wilson.
- The defense suggested that Armstrong was not the killer based on an unknown DNA profile at the crime scene.
- The prosecution asked the jury to start their calculation with a minimum of 40 years in prison and go forward from there.
- On May 17, 2022, the police issued a homicide warrant for Armstrong.
Beloved Corsi's Restaurant in Livonia turns 65 this year: If the walls at Corsi's Restaurant could talk, they'd have decades of stories to tell ...
hometownlife.com/story/money/business/2023/11/14/corsis-restaurant-livonia-turns-65-rocco-adelia/71579116007/
Mother of child left on school bus for four hours wants policy change in Livonia schools
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/11/14/a-special-needs-student-was-left-on-a-livonia-school-bus-for-4-hours/71581029007/
New Livonia senior center project gets $8M grant from Wayne Co.: Officials said new facility will be built at Five Mile and Hubbard Street ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/11/03/new-livonia-senior-center-project-gets-8m-grant-from-wayne-co/71435446007/
Livonia couple still trapped in Gaza: 'It's a matter of great urgency': Zakaria Alarayshi and his wife, Laila Alarayshi, of Livonia, left for the Middle East in ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/11/02/livonia-couple-still-trapped-in-gaza-call-for-state-department-to-help/71426383007/
Start a Lucrative Side Hustle in the Booming Pet Industry With These 5 Pet-Related Businesses
entrepreneur.com/franchises/5-pawsitive-side-hustles-to-fetch-extra-income/465450
Houston area stores and malls offering pet photos with Santa: Here are a few locations around Houston’s suburbs where pet parents can get photos of their fur ...
houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/bayarea/article/houston-santa-pet-photos-18511936.php
Michigan family returns from Gaza: 'Happy to be here. But my mind is on my kids back home'
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/11/08/michigan-family-returns-from-gaza-alarayshi/71501986007/
Lottery winner purchased ticket at Livonia convenience store: Lottery officials said this is the second time in a week that a big Lotto 47 jackpot was won.
hometownlife.com/story/news/local/2023/10/30/baas-mini-mart-livonia-winning-lotto-47-ticket/71378571007/
Two person Michigan Lottery group wins $1 million from Powerball: Michigan Lottery players won more than $13 million in prizes during the Powerball jackpot run ...
usatoday.com/story/money/2023/11/03/michigan-lottery-group-wins-1-million-from-powerball/71444043007/
Looking for (puppy) love? These matchmakers in Johnson County would be happy to help
kansascity.com/news/local/community/johnson-county/article281032833.html
2 arrested in Northville Township armed robbery of postal carrier: Livonia police pull over suspects on I-96 after incident in which they 'forcibly demanded' ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/10/24/2-arrested-in-northville-township-armed-robbery-of-postal-carrier/71305186007/
Livonia teen who died in crash identified as Catholic Central grad: A Livonia man who died in a vehicle crash Wednesday, Oct. 11, has been identified as ...
hometownlife.com/story/news/2023/10/13/jack-swamba-obituary-michigan-state-student-livonia-crash-motorcycle/71166907007/
Friday high school football scoreboard: Football scores from Friday night football action in Metro Detroit.
detroitnews.com/story/sports/high-school/2023/10/20/friday-high-school-football-scoreboard/71261482007/
Confused Automakers Braced for Strike at the Wrong Plants: The Big Three automakers stalled production and moved parts out of plants across the country ahead of ...
theintercept.com/2023/09/19/uaw-strike-auto-plants/
Quick Glance: Trump pretends to support workers amid UAW strike
- The former president is undeniably trying to impress Michigan workers.
- Trump repeatedly boasted about his extensive infrastructure plans, promoting one infrastructure week after another.
- Trump successfully passed a significant legislation: $1.5 trillion in tax cuts that primarily benefited the wealthy and corporations, while providing minimal benefits to workers like the UAW members on strike.
- When it comes to unions, Trump doesn't genuinely support them - what he supports is union members supporting him.
An American Family Trapped in Gaza Begs Biden for Help: Zakaria and Laila Alarayshi of Michigan arrived two days before the war. Then their home was destroyed ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/2023/10/trapped-in-gaza-an-american-family-begs-biden-for-help.html
UAW strike-related layoffs hit Ford again, bringing total to nearly 1,800: Ford announces another round of layoffs in Michigan and Ohio as 2023 UAW negotiations ...
freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2023/10/06/uaw-strike-related-layoffs-hit-ford-again/71087620007/
Kroger store in Livonia to reopen after massive renovation: What’s different inside
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/09/26/livonia-kroger-store-grand-reopening-open/70970285007/
Popular Halloween costumes for pets: Astros gear, chef hats: Both Pet City Houston and Pet Supplies Plus said Houston Astros costumes have been popular this ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/pet-stores-weigh-pet-costumes-popular-18450437.php
'Really frustrating': Plans for new football stadium at Madonna appear to be scrapped
detroitnews.com/story/sports/college/2023/09/04/plans-for-new-football-stadium-at-madonna-appear-to-be-scrapped/70761274007/
All revved up for KL towerthon: KL Tower International Towerthon Challenge (KLTITC) 2023, an adrenaline-pumping sports event, is set to return for its 21st ...
thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2023/10/14/all-revved-up-for-kl-towerthon
Abortion rights groups push for lawmakers to nix some rules limiting abortion access
detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2023/08/28/michigan-abortion-rights-groups-push-to-nix-some-rules-limiting-abortion-access/70699491007/
Witness: Twins kidnapping suspect told girlfriend she had given birth to kidnapped babies
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/09/26/witness-kidnapping-suspect-told-girlfriend-she-birthed-missing-babies/70969801007/
Awrey Bakery in Livonia to close after 113 years: All 93 employees will be laid off, according to a notice filed with the state.
detroitnews.com/story/business/2023/08/10/awreys-bakery-in-livonia-to-close-after-113-years/70566155007/
BlackRock, Grain Said to Be Near Phoenix Tower Stake Buy: A consortium comprising BlackRock Inc. and Grain Management LLC is in advanced talks to buy a roughly ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-05/blackrock-grain-said-near-1-3-billion-phoenix-towers-stake-buy
Amber Alert issued for Livonia twin infants: Officials said they were taken by two women, last seen in a black Jeep Grand Cherokee.
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/08/21/amber-alert-issued-for-livonia-twin-infants/70639199007/
16-year-old girl charged in kidnapping of twin boys from Livonia hotel: A fourth person has been charged in connection with the kidnapping of 14-day-old twin ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/08/28/16-year-old-girl-charged-in-kidnapping-of-twin-boys-from-livonia-hotel/70701232007/
Livonia's Books Connection falls into hands of frequent customer after owner retires
hometownlife.com/story/life/2023/09/01/water-brothers-books-livonia-new-owner-reader-jessie-west/70739307007/
4 arrested in twin newborn Amber Alert case in Michigan; many questions remain unanswered
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/08/24/detroit-michigan-amber-alert-twins/70666686007/
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Awrey's Bakery in Livonia announces plans to close for good: Awrey's Bakery in Livonia is preparing to shut its doors for good.
hometownlife.com/story/news/2023/08/09/awreys-bakery-closing-livonia/70558677007/
Man accused of robbing Livonia bank Tuesday, fleeing in car with 4-year-old: William Davis, 28, faces federal bank robbery charges, officials said.
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/08/31/man-accused-of-robbing-livonia-bank-tuesday-fleeing-in-car-with-4-year-old/70725668007/
Livonia police arrest 4 in kidnapping of twin infants: Police say they plan to submit case to prosecutors for review
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/oakland-county/2023/08/22/livonia-police-arrest-4-in-kidnapping-of-twin-infants/70654432007/
USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll: Georgia No. 1, Michigan has highest preseason ranking
usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2023/08/07/georgia-preseason-top-25-rankings-coaches-poll-michigan-alabama/70443569007/
4 Arrested After Kidnapping Newborn Babies From Hotel in Livonia: Police released more details about the bizarre kidnapping on Tuesday.
thedailybeast.com/4-arrested-after-kidnapping-newborn-babies-from-hotel-in-livonia
See where Michigan is ranked in the preseason Associated Press poll: The preseason hype for the Michigan football team continues to build. The Wolverines have ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/college/2023/08/14/see-where-michigan-is-ranked-in-the-preseason-associated-press-poll/70587892007/
Port Allen uses quick strikes to gain upper hand on Livonia in nondistrict game: Port Allen scored on its first play from scrimmage on three drives to power a ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/high_schools/port-allen-knocks-off-livonia-in-nondistrict-game/article_d1503630-53e3-11ee-b991-8bc030a4a997.html
Manhunt as 2-Week-Old Twin Boys Abducted: Police: The newborns were reportedly abducted by two women, according to police in Michigan
newsweek.com/2-week-old-twin-boys-abducted-manhunt-michigan-1821257
This Livonia church sells luxury gowns for extremely low prices, donates the proceeds
hometownlife.com/story/life/2023/08/03/livonia-church-pauls-presbyterian-discount-dresses/70516341007/
Frequent-Flyer Miles Gain Value in 2023 as Flight Prices Soar: With air fares soaring, especially for international flights, travelers are raiding their loyalty ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-07-27/frequent-flyer-miles-gain-value-in-2023-as-flight-prices-soar
HopCat to open Livonia location Monday: What to expect: The newest and highly anticipated HopCat location is set to open in Livonia on Monday ...
freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/07/22/hopcat-livonia-location-opening/70446520007/
Jazz in Livonia, Festa Italiana and the African World fest: 5 things to do this weekend
freep.com/story/entertainment/arts/2023/07/13/things-to-do-in-metro-detroit/70406279007/
Court documents identify Livonia attorney accused of trying to smuggle drugs into prison
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2023/07/24/livonia-lawyer-eric-clark-accused-drug-smuggling-lakeland-prison/70459298007/
Nurse helping patient in street struck, killed in Livonia, police say: The Majestic Care worker who died Sunday was pushing a patient in a wheelchair when she ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/07/24/nurse-helping-patient-struck-killed-in-livonia-police-say/70460318007/
It's time to register for the annual Detroit News/GAM Hole-In-One Contest: The annual contest will be Monday, Sept. 11, at Whispering Willows Golf Course ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/golf/2023/07/06/register-for-the-annual-detroit-news-and-golf-association-of-michigan-hole-in-one-contest/70387114007/
Wildfire haze closes some Metro Detroit pools, pushes camps indoors: Grosse Pointe schools shifted its summer camp programs indoors while Livonia Parks and ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/06/28/wildfire-haze-closes-some-metro-detroit-pools-pushes-camps-indoors/70365243007/
Bollinger Motors kicks off all-electric B4 chassis cab validation builds ahead of 2024 deliveries
electrek.co/2023/07/18/bollinger-motors-b4-chassis-cab-pilot-electric/
Livonia officials weigh how to address overabundance of deer, weigh culling herd: In an effort to combat an uptick in deer complaints, Livonia City Council voted ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/07/12/livonia-officials-weigh-how-to-address-overabundance-of-deer-weigh-culling-herd/70405934007/
'No generics' deals blocked pet owners from cheaper flea-and-tick treatment, lawsuit claims
usatoday.com/story/news/investigations/2023/05/18/k9-advantix-flea-tick-medicine-generic-bayer-tevra/70220325007/
Dana Nessel to deliver commencement address at Schoolcraft College: Nessel will receive an Honorary Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences.
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/05/02/michigan-ag-nessel-commencement-address-honorary-degree-schoolcraft-graduation/70176440007/
Trinity Health president speaks on financial problems with new operational solutions
crainsdetroit.com/conversation/shannon-striebich-how-trinity-overcomes-health-care-woes
Man Sentenced to 10 Months for Leaving Nooses and Racist Notes: Kenneth D. Pilon, 62, pleaded guilty in December to willfully intimidating and attempting to ...
nytimes.com/2023/04/19/us/blm-hate-crimes-man-sentenced.html
Shaq called! Shoe magic continues for Eric Kilburn and his size 23 feet: Former NBA great Shaquille O'Neal called Eric Kilburn Jr. and then Reebok sent the teen ...
hometownlife.com/story/life/2023/03/31/shaq-eric-kilburn-phone-call-size-23-shoes-reebok-puma-under-armour/70068026007/
'Slay a zombie': Whitmer signs repeal of 1931 abortion ban: Michigan's law banned all instances of abortion except to save a mother's life ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/04/05/whitmer-signs-repeal-of-1931-michigan-law-banning-abortion-ban/70082111007/
Quick Glance: Idaho is the first state to prohibit interstate abortion travel.
- House Bill 242, which was signed by Gov.
- BOISE, Idaho (AP) – Without parental consent, assisting a child in traveling to another state for an abortion will be a felony in Idaho beginning next month, pending a successful judicial challenge.
- "Rather, the 'abortion trafficking' provision of the bill seeks only to prevent unemancipated minor girls from being taken across state lines for an abortion without the knowledge and consent of her parent or guardian,"abortion trafficking" provision seeks only to prevent unemancipated minor girls from being taken across state lines for abortions without the knowledge and consent of her parent or guardian," Little wrote.
- House Bill 242 provides an affirmative defense to prosecution — the ability to provide evidence in court that disproves an allegation — if a "parent or guardian of the pregnant minor consented to trafficking of the minor."
Neal Rubin: Bookstock bargains abound as Michigan's largest used book sale returns
freep.com/story/news/columnists/neal-rubin/2023/04/16/rubin-bookstock-michigans-largest-charity-used-book-and-media-sale-is-back-at-laurel-park-place/70112840007/
We got a preview taste of Chicken Guy in Livonia. Here are the takeaways.: We stopped by Chicken Guy in Livonia, which is set to open this weekend ...
freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/03/29/chicken-guy-livonia-guy-fieri/70059660007/
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