Monday, November 23, 2009
Wintry blast coming to Michigan
Taking advantage of a mild spell, some Metro Detroiters spent the weekend bicycling, raking leaves and hauling in recreational vehicles before the holidays. But get ready for a change. - 12:57 pm
Mourners pay respects to teen shooting victim
Mourners of all ages are gathering this morning at the Second Ebeneezer Baptist Church to pay their last respects to shooting victim Jamar Pinkney Jr. In a somber parade, adults and teenagers took their seats to say goodbye to the 15-year-old who was allegedly murdered last week by his father as he knelt in a vacant field in Highland Park. - 11/23/2009
DPS, teachers extend contract, cite progress
Detroit -- A contract between Detroit Public Schools and its teachers union has been extended again, with both sides saying they made strides over the weekend with the help of a national union leader at the bargaining table but still came up shy of a new agreement. - 11/23/2009
Mich. draws refugees, despite economy
Detroit -- The U.S. government resettled Mazen Alsaqa in Massachusetts in February. Within a month, the Iraqi refugee moved to Michigan. - 11/23/2009
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Michigan
- Hundreds mourn Mich. boy allegedly slain by father - 12:34 PM
- Lions sell out Thanksgiving game versus Packers - 12:49 PM
- GM sues over millions spent on steering repairs - 11:28 AM
- Wayne County gives away about 800 turkeys to needy - 12:36 PM
- Police car maker keeps pushing Ind. factory plans - 12:01 PM
Across Metro Detroit
Obituaries
- Dr. D. Emerick Szilagyi, Bloomfield Hills: Doctor was pioneer in vascular surgery - 11/19/2009
- Emma W. Holmes, Detroit: Retired teacher aided cultural events - 11/18/2009
- 'Equalizer' actor Edward Woodward dies at 79 - 11/16/2009
- Mary Lou Currie, Birmingham: Police dispatcher loved tennis - 11/16/2009
Charles Sortor, St. Clair Shores
'Outdoor guy' was Navy vet, pollution control consultant
From gardening to scaling mountain peaks, Charles Sortor was at peace outdoors. - 11/23/2009
