AltWeeklies Wire
The Detroit Sports Stadium Swindlenew
Mike Ilitch, billionaire owner of the NHL Red Wings and the MLB Tigers, is vying for state financing to cover more than half the cost of a new stadium for his hockey franchise in downtown Detroit. The same Detroit that declared bankruptcy less than 30 days ago. He'll likely get it, too.
Metro Times |
Jack Lessenberry |
08-08-2013 |
Policy Issues
Fire Sale at the Detroit Institute of Artsnew
As Detroit navigates through the uncharted waters of emergency financial management, the city's state-appointed EM, Kevyn Orr, has fired a salvo across the bow of the city's cultural crown jewel, the Detroit Institute of Arts. Orr has said the DIA may have its assets liquidated to help retire the city's $15 billion in debt.
Metro Times |
Curt Guyette |
06-06-2013 |
Policy Issues
Huffing and Puffing, and the New Justicenew
Thirty-seven states have outlawed smoking in bars and restaurants. Some have done so in all public places. Sadly, Michigan lags behind, even though polls show the vast majority of us want a smoking ban.
Metro Times |
Jack Lessenberry |
06-09-2009 |
Policy Issues
