Sebastian Spering Kresge and Detroit Dime Store History with Video
In the early 20th century, a man named Sebastian Spering Kresge had a vision to create a chain of stores that sold items for no more than a dime. This … Keep Reading…
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Aubo Robotics opens US headquarters in Michigan
Aubo Robotics, Asia-Pacific’s leader in the production and research & development of precision collaborative robots (Cobots), announced the grand opening of their Michigan based US office. Conveniently located outside of … Keep Reading…
Tesla is building a ‘unique new R&D facility’ in Detroit’s backyard
Tesla is reportedly building a new “unique EV research, testing, repair, and maintenance facility” in Detroit’s backyard, but it sounds like it could simply be a collision center. According to … Keep Reading…
Bedrock to bring first independent ‘carrier hotel’ to downtown Detroit
Bedrock announced Thursday it has partnered with Raeden, a Delaware-based digital infrastructure platform provider, to bring what it says is the first independent carrier hotel in downtown Detroit. The carrier … Keep Reading…
Lakeside Mall joins retail trend with plans for a mixed-use makeover
As malls across the country undergo transformations to stay relevant, struggling Lakeside Mall might get its own makeover from a Miami developer that’s proposing a massive revamp of the Macomb … Keep Reading…
GM to partner with OneTen.org to connect Black applicants to good jobs
General Motors earlier this year announced it would put more of an emphasis on skills by dropping the four-year degree requirements for some jobs. One GM executive says that move will help … Keep Reading…
North American International Auto Show
The North American International Auto Show (aka Detroit Auto Show) is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world and a showcase for emerging technologies. September of … Keep Reading…
Fastest-growing companies in metro Detroit for 2022 list
The mortgage business hit a dizzying peak in 2021. And Crain’s Fast 50 list of fastest-growing businesses reflects that. One-two on the list are metro Detroit’s mortgage giants, Rocket Companies Inc. and … Keep Reading…
From Idea to Production: Transportation Design
From Virtual Field Trips by The Detroit Institute of the Arts: From Idea to Production: Transportation Design Through a variety of experiences, students will be able to develop an understanding … Keep Reading…
Detroit train station rehab said to be bigger deal than Lions
When the Detroit Lions moved back to the city from Pontiac in 2002, the current Detroit mayor made a remark to Bill Ford, executive chairman of Ford Motor Co., whose family owns … Keep Reading…
Former Detroit Catholic school being converted to affordable housing
A former Catholic school building in Detroit has been converted into affordable housing. Transfiguration Place Apartments in the city’s Campau/Banglatown neighborhood features 19 units and no resident will pay … Keep Reading…
Detroit train station: New details, photos inside as site nears open
Bill Ford said in the days after purchasing a crumbling Michigan Central Station that he wanted restoration of the historic site to be part of his legacy, his family’s legacy and the future … Keep Reading…
10 metro Detroit cities had the biggest home sales surges
The year 2021 was a hot one in the metro Detroit home sales market, and specific areas were sizzling. Ten cities saw the biggest year-over-year gains in total home sales through the month … Keep Reading…
Dan Gilbert buys former UAW-GM training center in Detroit
Dan Gilbert’s real estate firm has bought the former UAW-GM Center for Human Resources on Detroit’s east riverfront and is mulling what to do with the large complex. The 420,000-square-foot center, 200 Walker … Keep Reading…
Detroit Center for Innovation to be built in the District Detroit
Pandemic-induced delays are among the reasons developers chose a new location for the $250 million Detroit Innovation Center, revealed Monday to be within the Ilitch-owned District Detroit. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan … Keep Reading…
Detroit refinery funds project to add benches at bus stops
Marathon Petroleum’s Detroit refinery is helping residents in the community find a comfortable spot to rest while they wait for the bus. The refinery gave an $8,000 grant to Sit On … Keep Reading…
Target to open small-format store in Midtown Detroit
After a nearly 20-year absence, Target will return to Detroit as an anchor tenant at City Club Apartments in Midtown, City Club and Detroit officials announced Monday. The 32,000-square-foot store will be … Keep Reading…
Meijer to Open Rivertown Market in Detroit’s East Jefferson Corridor on Oct. 6
Meijer is scheduled to open its new Rivertown Market in Detroit’s East Jefferson Corridor on Wednesday, Oct. 6. This will be the fourth neighborhood market opened by Meijer and the … Keep Reading…
Irene’s Myomassology Institute returns to serve Metro Detroit students and citizens
During the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of Michigan students adapted to virtual learning. Most may think of the K-12 students and their teachers who changed everything about the way they are … Keep Reading…
Mayor Mike Duggan launches Grow Detroit’s Young Talent 2021 summer work experience for over 8,000 Detroit youth
Mayor Mike Duggan was joined today by employers, funding partners, and others to announce the launch of this year’s summer jobs program for 8,048 Detroit youth ages 14-24. The Grow … Keep Reading…