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‘This fight won’t go over five rounds’ Tony Harrison predicts knockout ahead of hometown bout at Fox Theatre
Read full article: ‘This fight won’t go over five rounds’ Tony Harrison predicts knockout ahead of hometown bout at Fox TheatreDetroit native Tony “SuperBad” Harrison came face-to-face with opponent Brian Chaves at a press conference ahead of their scheduled bout at the historic Fox Theatre on Dec. 20.
The Lions haven’t beaten the Steelers this century. This would be a fortuitous week to change that
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‘I’m not worried at all’: Detroit Red Wings fall to Utah, remain atop Atlantic Division
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Detroit Historical Museum celebrates Red Wings centennial with new exhibit
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Michigan State announces $1 billion capital initiative to upgrade Spartan Stadium, Breslin, more
Read full article: Michigan State announces $1 billion capital initiative to upgrade Spartan Stadium, Breslin, moreMichigan State University announced a $1 billion capital initiative with a goal of upgrading Spartan Stadium, the Breslin Center, and other facilities.
Michigan State football officially hires longtime Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald
Read full article: Michigan State football officially hires longtime Northwestern head coach Pat FitzgeraldMichigan State has officially hired longtime Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald to lead its football program.
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff says ref was biased against him in loss to Mavs
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‘Good little team’: Radio host openly disrespects Detroit Pistons, J.B. Bickerstaff
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Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson says final 3 games are must-wins; previews ‘bully ball’ vs. Steelers
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Jared Goff addresses urgency as Detroit Lions look to bounce back against Steelers in physical matchup
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Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal to pitch for Team USA during World Baseball Classic
Read full article: Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal to pitch for Team USA during World Baseball ClassicDetroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is suiting up for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, which is during spring training in March.
Detroit Tigers to make another run at Alex Bregman this offseason, per report
Read full article: Detroit Tigers to make another run at Alex Bregman this offseason, per reportThe Detroit Tigers are looking to make another run at free agent third baseman Alex Bregman this offseason, according to a report.
Detroit City Council signs off on AlumniFi Field, converting vacant hospital site into DCFC home
Read full article: Detroit City Council signs off on AlumniFi Field, converting vacant hospital site into DCFC homeThe Detroit City Council approved the Detroit City Football Club’s 15,000-seat and 421-space parking deck with a 76-unit apartment building of affordable housing at the site of the former Southwest Detroit Hospital in Southwest Detroit.
Detroit City Football Club terminates employee following arrest for alleged terrorist threats
Read full article: Detroit City Football Club terminates employee following arrest for alleged terrorist threatsDetroit Football Club employee Jarrett M. Maki, 25, has been charged with 11 felony counts of making terrorist threats in Madison County.
New court documents detail allegations against former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore
Read full article: New court documents detail allegations against former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone MooreNewly released documents, known as a “swear-to,” detail allegations in the criminal case involving former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore.
‘Good little team’: Radio host openly disrespects Detroit Pistons, J.B. Bickerstaff
Read full article: ‘Good little team’: Radio host openly disrespects Detroit Pistons, J.B. BickerstaffThe Detroit Pistons are the best team in the Eastern Conference, but on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, the bigger news surrounding the Pistons wasn’t the score of the game.
No. 1 running back recruit, 5-star Savion Hiter, officially signs with Michigan football
Read full article: No. 1 running back recruit, 5-star Savion Hiter, officially signs with Michigan footballThe top running back recruit in the country, five-star Savion Hiter, has officially signed with Michigan football.
Michigan State announces $1 billion capital initiative to upgrade Spartan Stadium, Breslin, more
Read full article: Michigan State announces $1 billion capital initiative to upgrade Spartan Stadium, Breslin, moreMichigan State University announced a $1 billion capital initiative with a goal of upgrading Spartan Stadium, the Breslin Center, and other facilities.
Michigan State football officially hires longtime Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald
Read full article: Michigan State football officially hires longtime Northwestern head coach Pat FitzgeraldMichigan State has officially hired longtime Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald to lead its football program.
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Federal regulators to begin sifting through wreckage of North Carolina plane crash that killed 7
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Head's hundred helps Australia to a 356-run lead in 3rd Ashes test against England
Read full article: Head's hundred helps Australia to a 356-run lead in 3rd Ashes test against EnglandTravis Head has scored an unbeaten century and shared a 122-run partnership with Alex Carey to guide Australia to 271 for four in its second innings, a lead of 356 at stumps on Day 3 of the third Ashes cricket test.
Receiver Jakobi Meyers and the Jaguars agree to a 3-year, $60M extension, AP source says
Read full article: Receiver Jakobi Meyers and the Jaguars agree to a 3-year, $60M extension, AP source saysA person familiar with the negotiations says receiver Jakobi Meyers and the Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms on a three-year, $60 million contract extension that includes $40 million guaranteed.
Sliders from Ukraine and Russia will start consecutively at World Cup luge race at Lake Placid
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‘She has a mean right hand’ Shields shows respect for Crews-Dezurn ahead of title fight
Read full article: ‘She has a mean right hand’ Shields shows respect for Crews-Dezurn ahead of title fightFlint native Claressa “The GWOAT” Shields and Franchon “The Heavy Hitting Diva” Crews-Dezurn shared the stage at a kickoff press conference ahead of their upcoming bout taking place at Little Caesars Arena on Feb. 22.
‘This fight won’t go over five rounds’ Tony Harrison predicts knockout ahead of hometown bout at Fox Theatre
Read full article: ‘This fight won’t go over five rounds’ Tony Harrison predicts knockout ahead of hometown bout at Fox TheatreDetroit native Tony “SuperBad” Harrison came face-to-face with opponent Brian Chaves at a press conference ahead of their scheduled bout at the historic Fox Theatre on Dec. 20.
Knicks coach Mike Brown would like league officials to consider post-NBA Cup scheduling changes
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Bucks' Antetokounmpo says his focus is on his health rather than rumors about his future
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Records show Ohio University football coach was fired for multiple violations of his contract
Read full article: Records show Ohio University football coach was fired for multiple violations of his contractBrian Smith was fired as Ohio University’s head football coach for multiple violations of his contract, including an extramarital affair with an undergraduate student, according to records obtained Thursday by The Associated Press through a public records request.
Titans' Jeffery Simmons grateful his mom wasn't at his home during armed burglary
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NASCAR mourns the loss of Greg Biffle, family in tragic plane crash in North Carolina
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Rams WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic gesture, adds more controversy after career game
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Betting interest wanes as 1st round of College Football Playoff lacks excitement
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Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff
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Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey
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Holmes is sad to see Alonso, Díaz and Nimmo leave Mets but trusts front-office retool decisions
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The Lions haven’t beaten the Steelers this century. This would be a fortuitous week to change that
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Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal to pitch for Team USA during World Baseball Classic
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Anthony Richardson cleared to practice, but Colts plan to keep Philip Rivers as starting quarterback
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‘I’m not worried at all’: Detroit Red Wings fall to Utah, remain atop Atlantic Division
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Swiss ski star Odermatt's 50th World Cup win ties him with Tomba for 4th on men's all-time list
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Titleholder Arsenal drawn on path to face Chelsea in Women's Champions League quarterfinals
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Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson says final 3 games are must-wins; previews ‘bully ball’ vs. Steelers
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Jared Goff addresses urgency as Detroit Lions look to bounce back against Steelers in physical matchup
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Dan Campbell calls Detroit Lions vs. Steelers game ‘physical battle’ ahead of tough matchup
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Dusty May challenges Michigan basketball to treat December as championship time
Read full article: Dusty May challenges Michigan basketball to treat December as championship timeNo. 2-ranked Michigan Wolverines basketball head coach Dusty May believes December is a critical time for teams, when the most upsets occur.
An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stones
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Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles said his slumping team 'got the message' from his angry postgame rant
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Bears mull move to Indiana with effort to secure public funding for stadium in Illinois stalled
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Ecuadorian police say soccer player Mario Pineida has been shot dead in an apparent attack
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Lyon moves to second on Australia's all-time bowling list. England struggles in 3rd Ashes test
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Ani Kilambi, 31, is joining the Washington Nationals as their general manager
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Add expectant father to Allen's list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy
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Chelsea and Bayern take Women's Champions League quarterfinal spots on hectic night of games
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Rockets coach Ime Udoka fined for slamming refs after overtime loss to Denver
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Cherki pulls out Haaland celebrations after wonder goal in Man City's win in the English League Cup
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Safonov makes 4 penalty saves in shootout as PSG beats Flamengo to win Intercontinental Cup
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Luke Weaver agrees to $22 million, 2-year deal with the New York Mets, AP source says
Read full article: Luke Weaver agrees to $22 million, 2-year deal with the New York Mets, AP source saysA person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Luke Weaver has agreed to a $22 million, two-year contract with the New York Mets, joining Clay Holmes and Devin Williams as former Yankees on a rebuilt pitching staff.