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Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51
Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51
HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy.
James Gandolfini, whose portrayal of a brutal, emotionally delicate mob boss in HBO's "The Sopranos" helped create one of TV's greatest drama series and turned the mobster stereotype on its head, died Wednesday in...

FBI: No evidence of Hoffa's remains in Oakland Twp. field

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For at least the third time in a decade, FBI agents grabbed shovels and combed through dirt and mud in the search for Jimmy Hoffa's remains or clues to the disappearance of the former Teamsters boss. Once again, the search was futile. More>>

Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa

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James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event. More>>

Mike Duggan will not challenge court ruling, ends Detroit mayoral bid

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Mike Duggan's campaign for mayor of Detroit is over. He has decided not to fight the court rulings that threw him off the ballot. More>>

Detroit playlot clean-up began with one man and a mower

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Dequindre-Emery Playlot had become grossly overgrown. George Bearid said enough is enough and began mowing on Sunday. Now several neighbors have joined the effort to clean up the park.
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Duggan not blaming ballot issue on Detroit city clerk

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"I don't blame the clerk," Mike Duggan said as he ended his mayoral bid. Two courts ruled he cannot be on the ballot because he had not lived in Detroit for a year when he filed. More>>

Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district

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The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district. More>>

Detroit council member Kwame Kenyatta quitting Friday

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Detroit City Council member Kwame Kenyatta says he quitting Friday. Kenyatta didn't give a specific reason to radio station WWJ, but he says the council is virtually powerless now that Detroit is being run by an emergency manager. More>>

Nearly 100-year-old message in a bottle found by diver in St. Clair River

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Nearly a hundred years ago, two girls from Detroit put a message in a bottle and threw it into the waters of the St. Clair River. Now that message is back on dry land after being found by a diver in 30 feet of water. More>>

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Mich. Senate OKs allowing schools to be dissolved
Mich. Senate OKs allowing schools to be dissolved
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:39 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:39:53 GMT
The state's school superintendent and treasurer could dissolve a deficit-ridden district and send the students to nearby schools under legislation narrowly approved Wednesday by a divided Michigan Senate.
The state's school superintendent and treasurer could dissolve a deficit-ridden district and send the students to nearby schools under legislation narrowly approved Wednesday by a divided Michigan Senate.
Snyder ends trade trip to push Medicaid expansion
Snyder ends trade trip to push Medicaid expansion
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:33 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:33:24 GMT
Gov. Rick Snyder on Wednesday cut short his trade trip to Israel to return home and lobby reluctant fellow Republicans to expand Medicaid to more Michigan adults...
Gov. Rick Snyder on Wednesday cut short his trade trip to Israel to return home and lobby reluctant fellow Republicans to expand Medicaid to more Michigan adults, as the clock ticked before lawmakers break for the summer.
Detroit playlot clean-up began with one man and a mower
Detroit playlot clean-up began with one man and a mower
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:21 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:21:00 GMT
Dequindre-Emery Playlot had become grossly overgrown. George Bearid said enough is enough and began mowing on Sunday. Now several neighbors have joined the effort to clean up the park.
Dequindre-Emery Playlot had become grossly overgrown. George Bearid said enough is enough and began mowing on Sunday. Now several neighbors have joined the effort to clean up the park.
Duggan not blaming ballot issue on Detroit city clerk
Duggan not blaming ballot issue on Detroit city clerk
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:03:28 GMT
"I don't blame the clerk," Mike Duggan said as he ended his mayoral bid. Two courts ruled he cannot be on the ballot because he had not lived in Detroit for a year when he filed.
"I don't blame the clerk," Mike Duggan said as he ended his mayoral bid. Two courts ruled he cannot be on the ballot because he had not lived in Detroit for a year when he filed.
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:00:10 GMT
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.

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Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa
Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:33:53 GMT
James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event.
James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event.
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:03:22 GMT
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
National Anthem singer Sebastien De La Cruz answers his social media critics
National Anthem singer Sebastien De La Cruz answers his social media critics
Updated: Thursday, June 13 2013 8:42 AM EDT2013-06-13 12:42:31 GMT
Sebastian De La Cruz, the 11-year-old who sang the National Anthem before Game 3 of the NBA Finals this week is answering his critics who questioned his race and showed just how ignorant social media sites can be.
Sebastian De La Cruz, the 11-year-old who sang the National Anthem before Game 3 of the NBA Finals this week is answering his critics who questioned his race and showed just how ignorant social media sites can be.
Video: Taylor man's movie theatre marriage proposal goes viral
Video: Taylor man's movie theatre marriage proposal goes viral
Updated: Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:16 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:16:09 GMT
A Taylor, Mich. man found a unique and funny way to propose to his girlfriend, and it's all posted online. Richie Reames rented out a local theatre and packed it with family and friends before popping the question.
A Taylor, Mich. man found a unique and funny way to propose to his girlfriend, and it's all posted online. Richie Reames rented out a local theatre and packed it with family and friends before popping the question.
Florida hornet nest grows to size of a Volkswagen
Florida hornet nest grows to size of a Volkswagen
Updated: Tuesday, June 11 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-06-11 17:13:09 GMT
A Florida couple has a problem which just won't buzz off. A massive hornet's nest is hanging along a tree just outside of their home in Greenville.
A Florida couple has a problem which just won't buzz off. A massive hornet's nest is hanging along a tree just outside of their home in Greenville.

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LeDuff Off the Chain: Good luck Chief Craig, Detroit is counting on you
LeDuff Off the Chain: Good luck Chief Craig, Detroit is counting on you
Updated: Friday, June 7 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-06-07 21:49:09 GMT
Secret surveillance allegations. Fudged murder statistics. Overworked, demoralized, ill-equipped, underpaid and disrespected officers forced to play purse snatcher. Can the new chief succeed in the face of such dysfunction?
Allegations of secret surveillance of the civilian police commissioner. Fudged murder statistics. Overworked, demoralized, ill-equipped, underpaid and disrespected police officers forced to play purse snatcher. Can the new chief, James Craig, succeed in the face of such dysfunction?
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Tim Skubick: Tea Party ditches Gov. Snyder, but does it matter?
Tim Skubick: Tea Party ditches Gov. Snyder, but does it matter?
Updated: Monday, June 17 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-06-17 11:25:47 GMT
Since the Tea Party is such an amorphous group with no political center of gravity, it's hard to get your arms around how much support Gov. Rick Snyder had the first time he ran.
Since the Tea Party is such an amorphous group with no political center of gravity, it's hard to get your arms around how much support Gov. Rick Snyder had the first time he ran.
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Cops: Disabled Pa. man dies after gruesome neglect
Cops: Disabled Pa. man dies after gruesome neglect
A Pennsylvania woman and her two daughters were charged Wednesday with murder in the death of their 32-year-old son and brother, who had Down syndrome, after officials said he was severely neglected and underfed.
A Pennsylvania woman and her two daughters were charged Wednesday with murder in the death of their 32-year-old son and brother, who had Down syndrome, after officials said he was severely neglected and underfed, weighing...
Compromise among senators eyed on border security
Compromise among senators eyed on border security
Supporters of a far-reaching immigration bill in the Senate see fresh momentum from a report by the Congressional Budget Office that the measure would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits by billions of...
After secretive talks, key senators expressed optimism Wednesday night that they were closing in on a bipartisan agreement to toughen the border security requirements in immigration legislation that also offers a path to...
New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes
New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes
Bob and Barbara Schmidt dashed to their home on a dirt road in a heavily wooded area northeast of Colorado Springs as smoke from what would become the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history filled the air.
A new wildfire in the foothills southwest of Denver forced the evacuation of dozens of homes Wednesday as hot and windy conditions in much of Colorado and elsewhere in the West made it easy for fires to start and spread.
Former TWA Flight 800 investigators want new probe
Former TWA Flight 800 investigators want new probe
Former investigators of the TWA Flight 800 crash off Long Island are calling on the National Transportation Safety Board to re-examine the case.
Former investigators are pushing to reopen the probe into the 1996 crash of TWA Flight 800, saying new evidence points to the often-discounted theory that a missile strike may have downed the jumbo jet.
Obama making plans to tackle global warming
Obama making plans to tackle global warming
President Barack Obama is planning a major push using executive powers to tackle the pollution blamed for global warming in an effort to make good on promises he made at the start of his second term.
President Barack Obama is planning a major push using executive powers to tackle the pollution blamed for global warming in an effort to make good on promises he made at the start of his second term. "We know we have to do...
Academy: 3 midshipmen charged with sexual assault
Academy: 3 midshipmen charged with sexual assault
The U.S. Naval Academy has charged three Navy football players with sexually assaulting a female midshipman more than a year ago.
The U.S. Naval Academy on Wednesday charged three midshipmen - all current or former football players - with sexually assaulting a female student at an off-campus house in Annapolis more than a year ago.
Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
A tropical depression has formed off the coast of Belize and forecasters say it is expected to bring as much as five inches of rain to parts of Belize, Guatemala and northern Honduras.
Tropical Storm Barry formed off Mexico's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, prompting Mexican authorities to ready hundreds of shelters.
Wooden beam could be detached part of shipwreck
Wooden beam could be detached part of shipwreck
A wooden beam that has long been the focus of the search for a 17th century shipwreck in northern Lake Michigan was not attached to a buried vessel as searchers had suspected, but still may have come from the elusive...
A wooden beam that has long been the focus of the search for a 17th century shipwreck in northern Lake Michigan was not attached to a buried vessel as searchers had suspected, but still may have come from the elusive Griffin...
Judge sides with US in Manning document dispute
Judge sides with US in Manning document dispute
A federal judge in Baltimore says she's satisfied for now with measures the military has taken to release documents related to Army Pfc. Bradley Manning's his court-martial in the Wikileaks case.
A federal judge in Baltimore said Wednesday she's satisfied for now with measures the military has taken to release documents related to Army Pfc. Bradley Manning's court-martial in the Wikileaks case.
Men's Wearhouse ousts founder, pitchman Zimmer
Men's Wearhouse ousts founder, pitchman Zimmer
Apparently, Men's Wearhouse Inc. doesn't like the way its founder looks anymore.
Men's Wearhouse doesn't like the way its founder looks anymore.

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GalaxE.Solutions hiring 20+ Positions
GalaxE.Solutions hiring 20+ Positions
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:11:24 GMT
GalaxE.Solutions has more than 20 immediate openings
GalaxE.Solutions has more than 20 immediate openings
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care in Detroit has an opening for a Patient Care Technician.
Fresenius Medical Care in Detroit has an opening for a Patient Care Technician.
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K-8 Certified Teachers, K-8 Certified Technology Teacher, 6-8 Certified Science Teacher, Self-contained 6-8 Teacher, Para-professionals, night custodian, and Bus Attendants
K-8 Certified Teachers, K-8 Certified Technology Teacher, 6-8 Certified Science Teacher, Self-contained 6-8 Teacher, Para-professionals, night custodian, and Bus Attendants
Project Engineer
Project Engineer
SAS Global Corp is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer.
SAS Global Corp is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer. The desired candidate will have in-depth technical knowledge of coal delivery, handling, preparation and combustion.

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Michigan Supreme Court axes judge for misconduct
Michigan Supreme Court axes judge for misconduct
The Michigan Supreme Court has ousted a Wayne County judge for forging her lawyer's signature on divorce papers and lying under oath.
The Michigan Supreme Court has ousted a Wayne County judge for forging her lawyer's signature on divorce papers and lying under oath.
Native Mob member sentenced for murder
Native Mob member sentenced for murder
A member of a Native American gang has been sentenced to 43 years in federal prison for shooting and killing a fellow gang member.
A member of a Native American gang has been sentenced to 43 years in federal prison for shooting and killing a fellow gang member.
Mich. Senate OKs allowing schools to be dissolved
Mich. Senate OKs allowing schools to be dissolved
Legislation nearing final approval in Lansing allows state officials to dissolve deficit-ridden school districts and send the students to nearby schools.
Legislation nearing final approval in Lansing allows state officials to dissolve deficit-ridden school districts and send the students to nearby schools.
Michigan's unemployment rate steady at 8.4%
Michigan's unemployment rate steady at 8.4%
The state says Michigan's seasonally adjusted jobless rate remained steady at 8.4 percent in the latest month as the size of the workforce and the number of people employed both grew.
The state says Michigan's seasonally adjusted jobless rate remained steady at 8.4 percent in the latest month as the size of the workforce and the number of people employed both grew.
News Minute: Here is the latest Michigan news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Michigan news from The Associated Press
The attorney for a reputed ex-Mafia captain who told the FBI the remains of former Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa are buried in a field in suburban Detroit says his client still believes the information he gave is accurate....
Michigan Senate OKs higher hunting, fishing fees
Michigan Senate OKs higher hunting, fishing fees
Michigan lawmakers are closer to approving the first significant increase in hunting and fishing license fees since 1997.
Michigan lawmakers are closer to approving the first significant increase in hunting and fishing license fees since 1997.
Mich. law lets municipalities restrict fireworks
Mich. law lets municipalities restrict fireworks
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
This Hour: Latest Michigan news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Michigan news, sports, business and entertainment
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
Muskegon lawyer pleads guilty to cocaine charge
Muskegon lawyer pleads guilty to cocaine charge
A Muskegon defense lawyer who previously had his law license suspended following a conviction for crack cocaine has pleaded guilty to new cocaine charges.
A Muskegon defense lawyer who previously had his law license suspended following a conviction for crack cocaine has pleaded guilty to new cocaine charges.

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Fox Rocks-Bon Jovi contest, it's time to rock the vote
Fox Rocks-Bon Jovi contest, it's time to rock the vote
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:54:19 GMT
Who will open for Bon Jovi at Ford Field on July 18? Your vote will decide. 20 bands left in the Fox Rocks contest. Voting period: Now through July 10. Time to 'Fox Rocks' the vote.
Who will open for Bon Jovi at Ford Field on July 18? Your vote will decide. 20 bands left in the Fox Rocks contest. Voting period: Now through July 10. Time to 'Fox Rocks' the vote.
True Blood's Bauer aims to stop plastic waste
True Blood's Bauer aims to stop plastic waste
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:52 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:52:35 GMT
The star of HBO's series True Blood wants Starbucks to put a lid on plastic waste. Kristin Bauer has created a petition challenging Starbucks lid policy, saying that it is wasteful.
The star of HBO's series True Blood wants Starbucks to put a lid on plastic waste. Kristin Bauer has created a petition challenging Starbucks lid policy, saying that it is wasteful.
The Root Restaurant's Smoked trout on sweet corn griddle cake
The Root Restaurant's Smoked trout on sweet corn griddle cake
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:27 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:27:04 GMT
Get this recipe courtesy of Chef James Rigato of The Root Restaurant and Bar, one of Hour Detroit's Best of 2013.
Get this recipe courtesy of Chef James Rigato of The Root Restaurant and Bar, one of Hour Detroit's Best of 2013.
Bright Loritos gives kids opportunity to learn new languages
Bright Loritos gives kids opportunity to learn new languages
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:17:30 GMT
Bright Loritos is a center that teaches foreign languages to kids.
Bright Loritos is a center that teaches foreign languages to kids.
Michigan Art Center offers summer art camps
Michigan Art Center offers summer art camps
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:21:14 GMT
The Michigan Art Center is offering several camps for children of all ages this summer.
The Michigan Art Center is offering several camps for children of all ages this summer.
Monsters University's Detroit connection
Monsters University's Detroit connection
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:56:46 GMT
Before they were company men, Mike and Sulley from Monsters Inc. needed to learn how to scare.
Before they were company men, Mike and Sulley from Monsters Inc. needed to learn how to scare.
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:03:22 GMT
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
Baby Warthogs now on display at the Detroit Zoo
Baby Warthogs now on display at the Detroit Zoo
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:01:19 GMT
The Detroit Zoo has new babies to share with you this summer. Newborn warthogs, Daphne and Violet were born in April and have just been released into their habitat.
The Detroit Zoo has new babies to share with you this summer. Newborn warthogs, Daphne and Violet, were born in April and have just been released into their habitat.
Can you fold a shirt in 2 seconds?
Can you fold a shirt in 2 seconds?
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:52:26 GMT
Fox 2's Lee Thomas, Deena Centofanti, and Jason Carr tackle folding a shirt in 2 seconds. Click the video player to see how they did.
Fox 2's Lee Thomas, Deena Centofanti, and Jason Carr tackle folding a shirt in 2 seconds. Click the video player to see how they did.
Job Shop: Impressing the company
Job Shop: Impressing the company
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:30:05 GMT
Doctor Mike Bernacchi of University Detroit Mercy joins Fox 2's Murray Feldman in the Job Shop.
Doctor Mike Bernacchi of University Detroit Mercy joins Fox 2's Murray Feldman in the Job Shop.

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