MotorCity Casino, MGM Grand Detroit and Hollywood Casino at Greektown in Detroit remain open. But a prolonged strike could threaten revenues of both the city and the state.
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District Detroit construction stalled by parking lot sale negotiation
A plan to redevelop a collection of downtown properties has hit a snag.
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Opinion: Startup visas help foreign-born entrepreneurs spur economic growth
As computers and cars merge, Michigan’s tech industry is rapidly growing, positioning Detroit to be the next Silicon Valley. A U.S. startup visa will allow immigrant founders to bring innovation, transformation, job creation, and economic prosperity, writes Ernestine Lyons.
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City memo details effects of urban renewal and I-375 on Detroiters
New report from Detroit City Council’s Legislative Policy Division notes it’s “difficult” to quantify the generational wealth lost with the destruction of Black Bottom and Paradise Valley.
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UAW strike: 4 things to know as Michigan braces for it to spread
The week-long auto strike affecting three U.S. factories could grow on Friday if the United Auto Workers widens the walkout. The effects of the limited strike are already rippling across the industry.
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Delay of key Eastern Market development has the city, neighbor losing patience
Develop Detroit’s The Hive project is behind in financing and facing a demolition order. Meanwhile, a neighbor is suing.
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Bernie Sanders denounces ‘corporate greed’ at Detroit UAW strike rally
Detroit auto workers say the UAW strike is pushing labor rights forward.
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UAW strike sets Michigan on uncertain path: ‘We’re nervous’
The United Auto Workers began a strike against the Big Three on Friday, walking out at three U.S. factories, including one in Michigan. Much is at stake, for workers and the industry.
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Autoworkers ‘walking on eggshells’ as they await strike outcome
The UAW strike has support of workers, but that doesn’t relieve the financial anxiety.
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UAW-automaker standoff prompts worries over Michigan’s place in new economy
Global competition for market share and profitability amid EV investment both pressure how much the Big Three legacy companies can give in negotiations.