Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 2025: Chelios, Dantonio, Shields, Wallace, Richardson, Dombrowski inducted
Read full article: Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 2025: Chelios, Dantonio, Shields, Wallace, Richardson, Dombrowski inductedThe Michigan Sports Hall of Fame has inducted its 2025 Class at an event in the Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit.
‘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.
Terence Crawford retires, joining Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champion in 4-belt era
Read full article: Terence Crawford retires, joining Michigander as only 3-division undisputed champion in 4-belt eraBoxing legend Terence Crawford has announced his retirement after joining Michigander as the only three-division undisputed champion in the four-belt era.
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.
Detroit native Tony “Super Bad” Harrison set to fight at Fox Theatre next month
Read full article: Detroit native Tony “Super Bad” Harrison set to fight at Fox Theatre next monthWorld-class boxing will take place at the historic Fox Theatre for the second time this year featuring Detroit’s own former junior middleweight world champion Tony “Super Bad” Harrison against Brian Damian Chaves on Dec. 20.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
‘Beauty and the Beast’: Detroit’s Alycia Baumgardner mixes grit, glam in preparation for Miranda bout
Read full article: ‘Beauty and the Beast’: Detroit’s Alycia Baumgardner mixes grit, glam in preparation for Miranda boutKnown for her fierce competitiveness and undeniable femininity, Detroit-native Alycia Baumgardner shares how she balances being both a warrior in the ring and a woman outside of it.
Tony “SuperBad” Harrison signs with Salita Promotions, to fight this month in Detroit
Read full article: Tony “SuperBad” Harrison signs with Salita Promotions, to fight this month in DetroitDetroit native and former WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Tony “Super Bad” Harrison has signed to Salita Promotions and will make his promotional debut as the co-main event of the Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels card 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.
Claressa Shields’ title bout undercard to feature rising contenders in high-stakes matchups
Read full article: Claressa Shields’ title bout undercard to feature rising contenders in high-stakes matchupsUndefeated Samantha Worthington and France’s Caroline Veyre, have been added to the card for Claressa Shields’ Undisputed Heavyweight World Championship bout taking place on July 26 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
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.
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.
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.
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 suspended, under investigation in Michigan after positive marijuana test, per reports
Read full article: Claressa Shields suspended, under investigation in Michigan after positive marijuana test, per reportsUndisputed world champion Claressa Shields has been suspended and is under investigation after she tested positive for marijuana following her heavyweight victory over Danielle Perkins in Michigan, per reports.
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.
Shields outpoints Perkins to win 1st undisputed heavyweight bout in women's boxing
Read full article: Shields outpoints Perkins to win 1st undisputed heavyweight bout in women's boxingClaressa Shields unanimously outpointed Danielle Perkins on Sunday night in the first undisputed heavyweight bout in women’s boxing to remain undefeated.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
Claressa Shields set to headline historic night of boxing at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit
Read full article: Claressa Shields set to headline historic night of boxing at Little Caesars Arena in DetroitFlint native Claressa Shields looks to add to her already "Greatest Woman Of All Time" status boxing resume by challenging Vanessa Lapage-Joanisse for the WBC Women's Heavyweight World Championship at Little Caesar's Arena on July 27.
Jake Paul will train with USA Boxing fighters, accompany team to Paris Olympics to raise exposure
Read full article: Jake Paul will train with USA Boxing fighters, accompany team to Paris Olympics to raise exposureJake Paul is teaming up with USA Boxing to put a spotlight on the nation’s top competitors at the Paris Olympics.
Flint native Claressa Shields signs multiyear deal with Professional Fighters League
Read full article: Flint native Claressa Shields signs multiyear deal with Professional Fighters LeagueFlint native Claressa Shields, widely known as the greatest woman boxer in the world, is continuing to chase greatness by heading back to MMA in 2024.
Flint Native Claressa Shields wins ‘Best Boxer’ ESPY award
Read full article: Flint Native Claressa Shields wins ‘Best Boxer’ ESPY awardFlint native Claressa Shields just keeps winning. She already has the awards and accolades to be recognized as the “G.W.O.A.T.” (Greatest Woman of All Time) but continues to add to her legacy.
Claressa Shields wins an easy decision over Maricela Corenjo
Read full article: Claressa Shields wins an easy decision over Maricela CorenjoClaressa Shields successfully defended her undisputed middleweight title with a lopsided unanimous decision over Maricela Cornejo on Saturday night in the first boxing card at Little Caesars Arena.
Claressa Shields fighting for gender equality for women boxers
Read full article: Claressa Shields fighting for gender equality for women boxersClaressa Shields is perhaps in the prime of her career, establishing a big enough name as a two-time Olympic gold medalist and world champion in three weight classes to headline the first boxing card in the six-year history of Little Caesars Arena in the Motor City.
Flint’s Claressa Shields to fight Hanna Gabriels in Detroit at Little Caesars Arena in June
Read full article: Flint’s Claressa Shields to fight Hanna Gabriels in Detroit at Little Caesars Arena in JuneClaressa Shields will fight Hanna Gabriels for the women’s world middleweight championship on June 3, bringing boxing to Little Caesars Arena for the first time since it opened in 2017.
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Army boxer Naomi Graham fights her way to Olympics for US
Read full article: Army boxer Naomi Graham fights her way to Olympics for USNaomi Graham is aware of the importance of being chosen as two-time Olympic gold medalist Claressa Shields' middleweight successor in Tokyo, but she has faced bigger pressures in her life.
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These Michigan Titans are facing their hardest challenge yet
Read full article: These Michigan Titans are facing their hardest challenge yetShields has always been a fan of The Rock so meeting him was a highlight of her career. She says The Rock is big and strong and nice and she is honored to be a Titan. As a football player he focused on cardio but he also realized he had to start incorporating workouts for 'Titan Games challenges like lifting objects and climbing ladders. 'The Titan Games premieres Monday, May 25th with a 2-hour episode starting at 8 p.m. on Local 4. Watch the video to learn more about what Shields thinks about competing on NBCs Titan Games.

Claressa Shields fight in Flint canceled after weigh-in violence
Read full article: Claressa Shields fight in Flint canceled after weigh-in violenceBashir Ali was punched at a boxing weigh-in on Oct. 4, 2019 in Flint. FLINT, Mich. - Olympic champion Claressa Shields canceled Saturday night's fight in her hometown of Flint after violence broke out at Friday's weigh-in. Shields and Habazin were scheduled to fight for the World Boxing Council and World Boxing Organization super welterweight titles. In a post on Shields' official Facebook page, Shields said her "heart is with Coach Ali" and "with my city of Flint." She said the incident shouldn't have happened and asked her fans to pray for Ali, Habazin and their families.

Detroit FCA plant 'major supplier' announcement today
Read full article: Detroit FCA plant 'major supplier' announcement todayIf you're late, you're late. New Detroit FCA plant supplier announcement Mayor Duggan and industry leaders are set to announce the first "major supplier" for the new FCA assembly plant that's under construction on the city's east side. According to Duggan's office, the supplier has committed to the same priority hiring practices for Detroiters as FCA. When: 11 a.m. todayWhere: Kettering High School, 6101 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48213How to apply for a job at new FCA Detroit. Wayne County Parks will turn Nankin Mills Park into a giant mud pit today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Mud Day event.
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