‘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.
Michigan basketball stars Yaxel Lendeborg, Elliot Cadeau land SlamU cover ahead of Maryland matchup
Read full article: Michigan basketball stars Yaxel Lendeborg, Elliot Cadeau land SlamU cover ahead of Maryland matchupNo. 2-ranked Michigan Wolverines stars Yaxel Lendeborg and Elliot Cadeau are featured on the cover of Slam Magazine’s “SlamU 15” ahead of their road game against the Maryland Terrapins.
Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight titles against Franchon Crews-Dezurn in February
Read full article: Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight titles against Franchon Crews-Dezurn in FebruaryFlint native and Undisputed Heavyweight World Champion Claressa Shields will return to the ring in a long-anticipated rematch with Franchon Crews-Dezurn at Little Caesars Arena on Feb. 22, 2026.
‘Giving back to community that raised me’: Claressa Shields hosts 5th annual Flint turkey giveaway
Read full article: ‘Giving back to community that raised me’: Claressa Shields hosts 5th annual Flint turkey giveawayFlint native and three-time undisputed boxing world champion, Claressa Shields, returned home for her fifth annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway.
Rain, then winter chill: what to expect for Metro Detroit’s holiday week
Read full article: Rain, then winter chill: what to expect for Metro Detroit’s holiday weekA quiet but chilly Sunday night will ease Metro Detroit into a busy holiday week that features rain, a sharp temperature drop and possible snow showers just in time for America’s Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday.
Flint’s Claressa Shields signs $8M multi-fight deal, one of the biggest in women’s boxing history
Read full article: Flint’s Claressa Shields signs $8M multi-fight deal, one of the biggest in women’s boxing historyFlint native and undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields just signed a new multi-fight deal worth $8 million.
Claressa Shields secures record-breaking $8 million fight deal with Wynn Records and Salita Promotions
Read full article: Claressa Shields secures record-breaking $8 million fight deal with Wynn Records and Salita PromotionsUndisputed Heavyweight World Champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Claressa “The GWOAT” Shields has officially signed a historic $8 million multi-fight partnership with Wynn Records and Salita Promotions, marking one of the most lucrative deals in women’s boxing history.
Detroit and 2 other Michigan cities named among worst for rats nationwide
Read full article: Detroit and 2 other Michigan cities named among worst for rats nationwideDetroit ranked seventh among the top U.S. cities battling rodent infestations, alongside Flint at 42nd and Grand Rapids at 25th on the list of the nation’s “rattiest” cities.
Bond set at $50K for Flint man accused of robbing Oakland County bank, police say
Read full article: Bond set at $50K for Flint man accused of robbing Oakland County bank, police sayA Flint man has been arrested and charged in connection with robbing a bank near an Oakland County mall, officials said.
Cannabis industry warns of fallout from new 24% Michigan marijuana tax
Read full article: Cannabis industry warns of fallout from new 24% Michigan marijuana taxMichigan’s cannabis industry leaders are sounding the alarm about an impending 24% wholesale tax on marijuana that is set to take effect in January, warning it could drive consumers to the illegal market and put small operations out of business.
Fox Theatre hosts thrilling night of boxing for the first time in 25 years
Read full article: Fox Theatre hosts thrilling night of boxing for the first time in 25 yearsBrandon “OJ Bam” Moore of Lakeland, FL dominated previously undefeated DeAndre Savage of Flint, MI on Friday night Sept. 19 at the iconic Fox Theatre.
Savage, Moore clash at Fox Theatre ahead of boxing showdown
Read full article: Savage, Moore clash at Fox Theatre ahead of boxing showdownUSBA Heavyweight Champion Brandon Moore and Flint’s undefeated knockout artist DeAndre Savage sparked press conference drama ahead of their bout on Sept. 19 at the Fox Theatre.
Terence Crawford tops Canelo, joins Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champions in 4-belt era
Read full article: Terence Crawford tops Canelo, joins Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champions in 4-belt eraTerence Crawford joins a Michigander as the only boxers to achieve undisputed champion status in three different weight classes in the four-belt era after defeating Canelo Alvarez in the fight of the century.
Tereence Crawford tops Canelo, joins Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champions in 4-belt era
Read full article: Tereence Crawford tops Canelo, joins Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champions in 4-belt eraTerence Crawford joins Michigander Claressa Shields as the only boxers to achieve undisputed champion status in three different weight classes in the four-belt era after defeating Canelo Alvarez in the fight of the century.
Garbage truck driver dies after hit by Jeep in Oakland County crash, police say
Read full article: Garbage truck driver dies after hit by Jeep in Oakland County crash, police sayA Flint man has died after the garbage truck he was driving was hit by a car that was exiting an Oakland County driveway on Tuesday, causing the truck to overturn and hit a utility pole, officials said.
‘Boxing is coming back’: Dmitriy Salita’s mission to restore Detroit’s boxing glory
Read full article: ‘Boxing is coming back’: Dmitriy Salita’s mission to restore Detroit’s boxing gloryDetroit-based promoter Dmitriy Salita aims to bring the city back to the forefront of professional boxing by hosting a fight card at the historic Fox Theatre on Sept. 19.
After decades of decline, Michigan is growing again, and young people are leading the way
Read full article: After decades of decline, Michigan is growing again, and young people are leading the wayFor decades, Michigan’s story was one of population loss. Families left, young people didn’t return, and cities struggled to recover. However, the narrative is now changing.
Fox Theatre to host boxing event headlined by heavyweight showdown
Read full article: Fox Theatre to host boxing event headlined by heavyweight showdownFlint native DeAndre Savage will headline Fox Theatre’s second-ever professional boxing event on Sept. 19 against USBA Heavyweight Champion Brandon Moore.
How a Michigan program that gives new mothers cash could be a model for rest of US
Read full article: How a Michigan program that gives new mothers cash could be a model for rest of USA bipartisan program in Michigan aims to address the high costs of parenting by giving mothers thousands of dollars in cash with no strings attached.
Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels draws record crowd at Little Caesars Arena
Read full article: Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels draws record crowd at Little Caesars ArenaClaressa Shields’ bout against Lani Daniels on July 26 at Little Caesars Arena drew 15,600 spectators with 71% of tickets purchased by women.
How to watch Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels heavyweight title fight
Read full article: How to watch Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels heavyweight title fightClaressa Shields’ showdown with Lani Daniels for the Undisputed Heavyweight World Championship airs live on boxing streaming provider DAZN July 26 at 8 p.m.
‘The clock was ticking’: Tony Harrison hosts media workout for upcoming comeback fight
Read full article: ‘The clock was ticking’: Tony Harrison hosts media workout for upcoming comeback fightDetroit native and former WBC Junior Middleweight World Champion Tony “SuperBad” Harrison hosted an open media workout ahead of his co-main event bout on the Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels card taking place on July 26 at Little Caesar’s Arena.
Claressa Shields partners with social media star to empower Detroit youth
Read full article: Claressa Shields partners with social media star to empower Detroit youthUndisputed Heavyweight World Champion Claressa Shields is teaming up with nine-year-old actor and artist King Moore to give 1,000 local children free admission to her fight against Lani Daniels on July 26.
Claressa Shields and Lani Daniels face-off ahead of heavyweight title fight
Read full article: Claressa Shields and Lani Daniels face-off ahead of heavyweight title fightClaressa Shields and Lani Daniels came face-to-face at a press conference ahead of their bout for the undisputed women’s heavyweight world championship which takes place on July 26, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI.
Michigan boxing talents shine in “Hall of Fame Fight Night” event
Read full article: Michigan boxing talents shine in “Hall of Fame Fight Night” eventRising prospects and contenders from Michigan delivered standout performances at a boxing event on June 6, in Verona, NY as part of the International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend.
Flint-Beecher tornado: Remembering Michigan’s deadliest natural disaster
Read full article: Flint-Beecher tornado: Remembering Michigan’s deadliest natural disasterOn June 8, 1953, the Flint-Beecher tornado struck the north side of Flint and the suburb of Beecher, marking Michigan's deadliest natural disaster in terms of fatalities and injuries.
Claressa Shields to make ring entrance with Rick Ross at upcoming fight
Read full article: Claressa Shields to make ring entrance with Rick Ross at upcoming fightFlint native Claressa Shields announced she will walk to the ring with rapper Rick Ross at her upcoming Undisputed Heavyweight World Title fight against Lani Daniels on July 26 at Little Caesar’s Arena.
Hank Winchester: EPA celebrates Flint’s water, but public trust is still damaged
Read full article: Hank Winchester: EPA celebrates Flint’s water, but public trust is still damagedDespite significant financial investments and improvements in Flint, the community continues to suffer from the long-term effects, and the lack of trust in elected leaders persists.
Claressa Shields talks upcoming fight in Detroit vs. Lani Daniels
Read full article: Claressa Shields talks upcoming fight in Detroit vs. Lani DanielsLocal 4’s Isaiah Hall talks with Flint native Claressa Shields ahead of her bout against Light Heavyweight World Champion Lani Daniels on July 26 at Little Caesar’s Arena. Shields will make her first title defense as Undisputed Heavyweight World Champion.
Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight titles against light heavyweight champ Lani Daniels in July
Read full article: Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight titles against light heavyweight champ Lani Daniels in JulyFlint native Claressa Shields announced she will defend her Undisputed Heavyweight World Titles against Light Heavyweight World Champion Lani Daniels of New Zealand on July 26 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
Local prospects and contenders featured in upcoming boxing showcase in New York
Read full article: Local prospects and contenders featured in upcoming boxing showcase in New YorkRising prospects and contenders from Michigan will compete in a boxing event on June 6 in Verona, NY as part of the International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend.
Michigan Wolverines make history by landing 5-star duo in basketball, football for first time since 1991
Read full article: Michigan Wolverines make history by landing 5-star duo in basketball, football for first time since 1991The University of Michigan athletics department has made history with its recent recruiting success, reminiscent of the glory days of the early 1990s.
Missing Tasia Keaton: Here’s everything we know as the search for the 16-year-old continues
Read full article: Missing Tasia Keaton: Here’s everything we know as the search for the 16-year-old continuesTasia Keaton, 16, has been missing from Vista Maria in Dearborn Heights since March 14, 2025. Here's everything we know as the search continues.
‘She may not think we care, but we do’: Flint family of missing teen pleads for her safe return
Read full article: ‘She may not think we care, but we do’: Flint family of missing teen pleads for her safe returnA reward has increased as the concern grows from Dearborn Heights police, assisting agencies, and the family of 16-year-old Tasia Keaton.
Flint man faces life in prison after he was found guilty of abusing young girl for years
Read full article: Flint man faces life in prison after he was found guilty of abusing young girl for yearsDavid Ryan Sampson, 34, of Flint, has been convicted of three counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct First Degree involving a victim between the ages of 13 and 16.
What was said in hearing for man charged in Oxford Christmas Eve shooting that killed 1, injured 2
Read full article: What was said in hearing for man charged in Oxford Christmas Eve shooting that killed 1, injured 2The man accused of going on a senseless shooting rampage on Christmas Eve in Oxford is in court on Friday for a preliminary examination.
Man charged in Oxford Christmas Eve shooting that killed 1, injured 2 to appear in court
Read full article: Man charged in Oxford Christmas Eve shooting that killed 1, injured 2 to appear in courtThe man accused of going on a senseless shooting rampage on Christmas Eve in Oxford is expected to face a judge on Friday.
3 from Flint facing child, animal abuse charges after boy, dead dogs found in deplorable home
Read full article: 3 from Flint facing child, animal abuse charges after boy, dead dogs found in deplorable homeTwo men and a woman are facing multiple felony charges after two dogs were found dead and a 9-year-old boy was found living in a home in deplorable conditions.
Claressa Shields faces no further penalty over marijuana test error
Read full article: Claressa Shields faces no further penalty over marijuana test errorClaressa Shields is no longer suspended and faces no further penalty by the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission after an investigation found a procedural error during collection of her oral fluid sample.
Claressa Shields unsuspended by boxing commission after marijuana test investigation
Read full article: Claressa Shields unsuspended by boxing commission after marijuana test investigationClaressa Shields is no longer suspended by the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission after an investigation found her not a threat to the integrity of the sport.
Michigan attorney general secures $53M settlement against Veolia for Flint water crisis
Read full article: Michigan attorney general secures $53M settlement against Veolia for Flint water crisisMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a $53 million civil settlement against Veolia North America (Veolia), resolving allegations that the engineering company contributed to the Flint Water Crisis.
Engineering company settles Flint water lawsuits for $53M but denies any blame for lead crisis
Read full article: Engineering company settles Flint water lawsuits for $53M but denies any blame for lead crisisAn engineering company has agreed to pay $53 million to settle all remaining lawsuits that accused it of some blame for lead-contaminated water in Flint, Michigan, a decade ago.
Claressa Shields' promoter responds to marihuana suspension
Read full article: Claressa Shields' promoter responds to marihuana suspensionAfter undisputed world champion boxer Claressa Shields was suspended from competing in Michigan for testing positive for marihuana, her promoter Dmitriy Salita says he’s confident she will be cleared of wrongdoing once the investigation concludes.
Claressa Shields makes boxing history as first female undisputed heavyweight champion
Read full article: Claressa Shields makes boxing history as first female undisputed heavyweight championClaressa Shields became the first boxer in history to earn the Undisputed World Championship in three different weight classes by scoring a unanimous decision over Danielle Perkins on Sunday, Feb. 2 at Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI.
How to watch Claressa Shields vs. Danielle Perkins heavyweight title fight
Read full article: How to watch Claressa Shields vs. Danielle Perkins heavyweight title fightClaressa Shields’ showdown with Danielle Perkins for the Undisputed heavyweight championship airs live on boxing streaming provider DAZN tonight at 8pm.
Salita Promotions signs heavyweight prospect, to fight next month in Flint
Read full article: Salita Promotions signs heavyweight prospect, to fight next month in FlintSalita Promotions has added heavyweight prospect Brandon Moore from Lakeland, FL to its roster of prominent heavyweights. He will make his promotional debut on Feb. 2 in Flint, MI as he takes on Skylar Lacy for the USBA Vacant Heavyweight Title.
Search history for missing Macomb County woman’s ex revealed in court -- 5 things he searched
Read full article: Search history for missing Macomb County woman’s ex revealed in court -- 5 things he searchedDetails regarding the search history of the ex-boyfriend of missing Macomb County woman Ashley Elkins were revealed in court.
Ex-boyfriend charged with lying to police as search for missing Macomb County woman continues
Read full article: Ex-boyfriend charged with lying to police as search for missing Macomb County woman continuesThe ex-boyfriend of missing Macomb County woman Ashley Elkins is accused of lying to a police officer in connection to her disappearance.
18-year-old charged for allegedly bringing stolen gun to Flint high school, officials say
Read full article: 18-year-old charged for allegedly bringing stolen gun to Flint high school, officials sayA Flint high school student has been charged after a loaded handgun was found in his backpack during a routine search, officials said.
Claressa Shields and Danielle Perkins face-off ahead of heavyweight title fight
Read full article: Claressa Shields and Danielle Perkins face-off ahead of heavyweight title fightClaressa Shields and Danielle Perkins came face-to-face at an open media workout ahead of their bout for the undisputed heavyweight world championship which takes place on Feb. 2, at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI.
Chemical company president charged in 2022 Flint River oil spill
Read full article: Chemical company president charged in 2022 Flint River oil spillThe president of a chemical company is facing multiple charges in connection to allegedly neglecting maintenance updates at the facility, which led to the 2022 oil spill into the Flint River, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.
Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight world titles, fight for vacant title in Flint
Read full article: Claressa Shields to defend heavyweight world titles, fight for vacant title in FlintFlint native Claressa Shields will defend her unified titles and fight for the vacant WBA Heavyweight World title against undefeated contender Danielle Perkins on Sunday, Feb. 2.
Rising Detroit middleweight Da’Velle Smith returns to Flint in “Big Time Boxing” event
Read full article: Rising Detroit middleweight Da’Velle Smith returns to Flint in “Big Time Boxing” eventDetroit middleweight prospect Da’Velle Smith looks to remain unbeaten on Dec.12 when he takes on William Townsel in an eight-round super middleweight bout at the Dort Financial Center.
“Big Time Boxing USA” returns to Flint showcasing Michigan’s top prospects
Read full article: “Big Time Boxing USA” returns to Flint showcasing Michigan’s top prospectsSalita Promotions returns to Flint on Dec. 12 with the next edition of “Big Time Boxing USA” headlined by Flint‘s Ardreal Holmes Jr. and some of Michigan’s top prospects.
Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes nationwide
Read full article: Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes nationwideA decade after the Flint, Michigan, water crisis raised alarms about the dangers of lead in tap water, President Joe Biden is setting a 10-year deadline for U.S. cities to replace lead pipes and make drinking water safe for all Americans.
Michigan hypnotherapist sentenced for sexually assaulting patients during sessions
Read full article: Michigan hypnotherapist sentenced for sexually assaulting patients during sessionsVictims testified they were under various states of mental incapacity while undergoing hypnotherapy when he assaulted them.
Trump pledges tariffs and repeats false claim of Chinese automakers building big Mexican factories
Read full article: Trump pledges tariffs and repeats false claim of Chinese automakers building big Mexican factoriesFormer President Donald Trump has repeated false claims that Chinese automakers are putting up large factories in Mexico.
Watch new trailer for Claressa Shields biopic ‘The Fire Inside’
Read full article: Watch new trailer for Claressa Shields biopic ‘The Fire Inside’Amazon MGM Studios released a trailer for The Fire Inside, a highly-anticipated biopic based on the inspirational true story of arguably the greatest female boxer of all time Claressa Shields.
Michigan’s top prospects and contenders dominate “Big Time Boxing USA” event in Flint
Read full article: Michigan’s top prospects and contenders dominate “Big Time Boxing USA” event in FlintSome of the best boxers in Michigan delivered an action-packed night of boxing Sept. 12 at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI.
Flint boxer Ardreal Holmes Jr. to headline “Big Time Boxing USA” event in September
Read full article: Flint boxer Ardreal Holmes Jr. to headline “Big Time Boxing USA” event in SeptemberRising junior middleweight prospect and Flint, MI native Ardreal “Bossman” Holmes Jr., will defend his USBA title in the main event of “Big Time Boxing USA” on Thursday, Sept. 12, when he steps into the ring against Cuban veteran Hugo Noriega.
Michigan man sentenced to 40 years in ‘heinous’ child pornography ring case
Read full article: Michigan man sentenced to 40 years in ‘heinous’ child pornography ring caseA Homeland Security investigation revealed extensive abuse of children, grooming, sexual assault and the production of child pornography.
Michigan hypnotherapist found guilty of sexually assaulting patients during sessions
Read full article: Michigan hypnotherapist found guilty of sexually assaulting patients during sessionsVictims testified they were under various states of mental incapacity while undergoing hypnotherapy when he assaulted them.
Claressa Shields wins heavyweight, light-heavyweight titles with second-round TKO
Read full article: Claressa Shields wins heavyweight, light-heavyweight titles with second-round TKOClaressa Shields capped off an exhilarating night of boxing with a historic performance Saturday at Little Caesars Arena, stopping Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in the second round to win the WBC women’s heavyweight title and the WBO light heavyweight title.