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On this day, March 10th
Alexander Graham Bell makes the first successful phone call in 1876 and the world loses a Hollywood legend on this day in 1998.
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Top Stories
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Alert: Semi Rollover Closes Ramp to Freeway
A serious semi-truck rollover has forced Michigan State Police to shut down the ramp from west M-14 to soutbound I-275 in Plymouth Township. Video Watch Video
Fire at High School, Classes Cancelled
Classes have been cancelled for the day at Lincoln High School in Warren after a fire broke out in a portion of the building that is under construction. Video Watch Video
Escape Attempt Leaves Prisoner Trapped
A woman is back in police custody after officers say she tried to escape from a restroom at Detroit Receiving Hospital.
Funeral Set For Jackson Police Officer
Funeral services for a Jackson police officer who was killed in a shootout have been scheduled.
Report: DPS Deficit Growing Under Bobb
Emergency financial manager Robert Bobb's pledge to curb overspending in Detroit Public Schools has resulted in nearly $100 million in additional red ink.
Mitt Romney Heads To Birmingham
Former presidential candidate Mitt Romney will discuss and sign copies of his new book Wednesday at the Borders bookstore in Birmingham.
Grizzlies Win Way Into NCAA Tourney
Derick Nelson scored a career-high 36 points and slow-starting Oakland, Mich., defeated IUPUI 76-64 in the Summit League championship game to advance to the NCAA tournament Tuesday night.
Discovering Detroit's Corktown
All eyes will be on Corktown this weekend for the annual St. Patty’s Day Parade. But Detroit’s oldest neighborhood is more than just a place to party. Video Watch Video
Company Hopes to Help 3-legged Horse
Angel the horse is a survivor. The little pony is forced to get around on only three legs. Despite this handicap, some who have come in contact with Angel are left with feelings of peace and inspiration.
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Rib Rack Murder Suspect Found Not Guilty
A 17-year-old has been acquitted in his third trial on charges of killing a restaurant manager in suburban Detroit.
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Discovering Detroit's Corktown
All eyes will be on Corktown this weekend for the annual St. Patty’s Day Parade. But Detroit’s oldest neighborhood is more than just a place to party. Video Watch Video
Digital Media Road Trip
A team of young Detroiters is on a mission to prove Detroit's digital community is the best in the country. The current score supports that statement, and General Motors confirms that so far the team is way ahead of its competitors.
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Fosamax May Be Linked to Bone Breaks
ABC News is reporting that the popular osteoporosis drug Fosamax may be linked to spontaneous fractures in women who have been taking it for more than 5 years.
Stock QuotesBusiness News
Puma acquires Cobra Golf
German sportswear company Puma AG says it will acquire Cobra Golf, based in Carlsbad, California, from Fortune Brands Inc.
Bank of America ends overdraft fees on debit cards
It could be the beginning of the end of overdrawn accounts linked to debit cards.
American Eagle closing Martin+Osa stores
American Eagle Outfitters Inc. said Tuesday it plans to close out its Martin+Osa men's and women's clothing line and will shutter the 28 stores.
Sports
Oakland U Wins Way Into NCAA Tourney
Derick Nelson scored a career-high 36 points and slow-starting Oakland, Mich., defeated IUPUI 76-64 in the Summit League championship game to advance to the NCAA tournament Tuesday night.
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SPOTLIGHT ON THE NEWS
Metro Detroit's Population Trend Expert
A lot of people are quick to talk pie-in-the-sky about Southeast Michigan, but not Kurt Metzger. He is the keeper of metro Detroit's population trend and his numbers tell us a story about our past, present, and future. Video Watch Video
EDITORIALS
2010 U.S. Census
The 2010 Census is right around the corner and for Michigan there has never been a more important count. Starting next month there will be a big push to determine the number of people living in America. It’s a huge effort mandated every 10 years by the U.S. Constitution.
CHUCK STOKES' BLOG
Constitutional Convention Costs
In November, Michigan voters will get a chance to decide if they want to hold a convention to overhaul the state constitution of 1963. By law, it's an opportunity presented to the electorate every 16 years.


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Being In Shape Could Cost You Cash
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