Detroit Lions quarterback purchases a $10 million California mansion

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has purchased a Manhattan Beach, California home, and it is stunning. Costing a cool $10.5 million, the…

By Jenna Jones

501 John St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
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The most underrated things about Detroit

There are plenty of great things in Detroit that pretty much everyone already knows about — like our sports teams, a rejuvenated…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Detroit is like a big small town. Despite being the most populous city in Michigan, we are a big city with a small-town feel. The benefit of this is that we aren’t too packed and remain semi-affordable, and have a strong community.
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Former Pistons player puts Michigan mansion up for sale — again

With a full-size indoor basketball court and old jerseys hung on the basement walls, the fact this house was previously owned by…

By Layla McMurtrie

5174 Barrington Dr, Rochester, MI 48306
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Midtown condo reveals itself as an industrial hidden gem

It's not much on the outside (although it's still pretty good looking), but looking inside, this Midtown condo reveals itself to be…

By Metro Times editorial staff

627 W Alexandrine St #8, Detroit, MI 48201
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Remembering Detroit’s 1967 summer of civil unrest

Some call it a “riot,” while others refer to it as a “rebellion” or even a “ri-bellion.” Whatever your name for it,…

By Metro Times editorial staff

"One black and white photograph of a Michigan National Guardsman who is on patrol at the corner of 12th and Hazelwood Streets in the aftermath of the 1967 Detroit Riot. The smoldering ruins of several buildings are visible in the background."
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Everything we saw at 105.1 The Bounce’s Hip Hop 50th Anniversary show in Detroit

On Saturday, hip-hop heads gathered at Detroit’s Fox Theatre to celebrate 50 years of the genre. 105.1 The Bounce and 2D Productions…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: Everything we saw at 105.1 The Bounce’s Hip Hop 50th Anniversary show in Detroit
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Ed Sheeran packed Detroit’s Ford Field with fans — including Eminem

English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran performed one of the biggest concerts in Ford Field’s history on Saturday. Sheeran even brought out frequent collaborator…

By Joe Maroon

Image: Ed Sheeran packed Detroit’s Ford Field with fans — including Eminem
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One of Detroit’s first car shops transforms into industrial condo

One of Detroit’s first car shops, built in 1904, was renovated in 2019 to this playfully masculine condo. The building is decorated…

By Layla McMurtrie

1534 Trumbull Avenue, Detroit
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Sleek Michigan house comes with indoor pool next to its gym

Remember the mansion we featured earlier last week? Yeah, that neighborhood is full of gems — just take a look at this…

By Jenna Jones

1924 Sherwood Gln, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
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These Detroit-area eateries have closed in 2023

Low sales, retirement, lingering effects of COVID-19, and scandal are reasons these local restaurants’ stories have ended. Others are a mystery. Losing…

By Layla McMurtrie

Norma G's 14628 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit Sadly, this eastside Caribbean spot announced in September that it was closing after five years, wiht no reason given for the closure. The restaurant's chef Lester Gouvia says he isn't done cooking though, and to stay up to date on events and pop-ups on Norma G's Facebook page. Whether you liked the Trini tacos, jerk chicken, or another dish, there may be hope for you to still get the food you loved again.
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This Michigan house is a retro dream come true — and includes a conversation pit

We did it, Joe. We found the perfect retro house. Look at it! It’s got a conversation pit. It’s got a dreamy…

By Jenna Jones

4488 Ramsgate Ln, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
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30+ Macomb County bars and restaurants to check out

Macomb County is known for many things — the home of Reagan Democrats, Kid Rock, and Warren Mayor Jim “he said what?”…

By Lee DeVito, Layla McMurtrie

Mike’s on the Water in St. Clair Shores is one of Macomb County’s restaurants.
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Contemporary fans will love this Michigan mansion

Calling all the contemporary lovers, this one's a match made in heaven. This six-bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom home is abundant in natural light…

By Jenna Jones

2156 Birchwood Way, West Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
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This adorable house in Detroit’s Woodbridge neighborhood is hitting the market

Cottage charm reigns supreme on this Queen Anne Victorian home in Woodbridge. Those cute flower shingles? Cuteness overload. The woodworking details on…

By Jenna Jones

Image: This adorable Detroit house is coming soon to Woodbridge
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Detroit Fourth of July celebrations through the years

The U.S. has been celebrating its independence since, well, since it became independent. And Detroit is no different in the fact that…

By Jenna Jones

"Black and white photographic print with a decorative border taken at the 1932 Fourth of July parade on Michigan Avenue at Griswold Street facing north. A parade float consisting of a large Uncle Sam hat above a group of people wearing sashes, and an ornate carriage at the end where a man and woman in fancy costume stand is being pulled west along Michigan Avenue behind a truck. A banner reading, "All Nations Under One Hat," is hung from the side of the float. The Peoples Wayne County Bank, David Stott Building, and Dr. Adams' dentist office are in the background. "Jul 4 1932," and "108," are stamped on the verso."
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Former Detroit Pistons player lists Bloomfield Hills mansion for $3 million — let’s take a look inside

In 2021, Kelly Olynyk signed a 3-year deal with the Detroit Pistons, and one year later he's been traded to the Utah…

By Alex Washington

Image: Former Detroit Pistons player lists Bloomfield Hills mansion for $3 million — let’s take a look inside
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Remembering Michigan’s best amusement parks that no longer exist

Sure, you know all about Michigan’s Adventure and Cedar Point in Ohio, but Michigan was once home to plenty of smaller amusement…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Boblo Island Amusement Park, Bois Blanc Island (1898-1993) While technically located in Ontario, Boblo was a favorite of Detroiters, who could travel there by ferry and considered it to be the Motor City’s answer to New York City’s Coney Island. Its signature attractions included a Ferris wheel, a zoo, and a Space Needle ride.
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Everyone we saw at the first Sandbar Summerfest

Sandbar Summerfest brought the beach to Detroit — and it was lit. With local vendors, musicians and family fun activities, the two-day…

By Dontae Rockymore

Image: Everyone we saw at the first Sandbar Summerfest
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Cosplayers came out in full swing at summer edition of Astronomicon

Pop culture convention Astronomicon returned with a special summer edition for Astronomicon 6.5 at Burton Manor. In March, snow canceled the flight…

By Josh Justice

Cosplayers attend Astronomicon
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Electric Forest attendees danced the days away

Electric Forest always fulfills its promise of a loving, artistic environment that brings together an eclectic group of DJs, bands, performers, and…

By Mike Pfeiffer

Electric Forest attendees
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Lansing UFO house is out of this world

Earthlings need not apply for this flying saucer replica/house. It's for aliens only. Had he landed here, E.T. would never need to…

By Jenna Jones

Image: Lansing UFO house is out of this world
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Nessel joins Hamtramck protest over city banning LGBTQ+ Pride flags

Over 200 pro-LGBTQ+ people gathered outside of Hamtramck City Hall at Winfield Park Saturday to express dissent towards Hamtramck City Council’s recent…

By Viola Klocko

Image: Nessel joins Hamtramck protest over city banning LGBTQ+ Pride flags
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Grosse Pointe Park mansion serves incredible views of Lake St. Clair

Summer vibes are alive and well at this Grosse Pointe Park mansion. You can catch views of the lake that the listing…

By Jenna Jones

Grosse Pointe Park mansion
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4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Detroit area in 2023

Ah, the Fourth of July in Detroit. It's summer at its finest. Sparklers in hand, something on the grill and something cold…

By Jenna Jones

Fireworks
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Unfinished hobbit-inspired Michigan house could be yours for $5 million

Lord of the Rings fans are about to go full Gollum on this hobbit-inspired house. Sure, it’s unfinished, but true hobbits have…

By Jenna Jones

Image: Unfinished Hobbit-inspired Michigan house could be yours for $5 million
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This Flint mid-century modern home got the makeover of the decade

They say all good things must come to an end, and that's the case for this Flint mid-century modern home that sold…

By Jenna Jones

This 1957 Flint home got a stunning renovation.
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‘Historic Detroit battles’ have us laughing our ass off

Detroit Twitter is listing off the city's historical battles, and it has everyone laughing. User @wsKHARRI asked, and many, many people answered.…

By Jenna Jones

Image: ‘Historic Detroit battles’ have us laughing our ass off
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Detroit house near Manoogian Mansion looks like an Italian villa

Down the street from Manoogian Mansion, there is a little slice of Italy. And we're not talking about a pizza shop. This…

By Jenna Jones

Image: Detroit house near Manoogian Mansion looks like an Italian villa
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See Belle Isle in the 1970s with these vintage photos

While Belle Isle's conservatory is under renovation, we figured a walk down memory lane would be justified. And what better decade to…

By Jenna Jones

"Black and white photographic print mounted on board depicting a Good Humor Ice Cream trailer on Belle Isle, with a worker wearing a money changer standing in front. Labels on the trailer read, 'Chocolate Fudge Cake 30¢', 'Caution Children', and 'Fruit Stix, Raspberry 15¢'."
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Taylor Swift's Eras tour brings thousands of fans to Detroit — including Flavor Flav

Pop star Taylor Swift brought her “Eras” tour to Detroit’s Ford Field on Friday for the first of two sold-out back-to-back concerts…

By Joe Maroon

Image: Taylor Swift's Eras tour brings thousands of fans to Detroit — including Flavor Flav
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This historic Michigan stone house is beautiful inside and out

This Grand Rapids gem is gorgeous all around. All the stone detail on the front of the house, the turrets, and meticulous…

By Jenna Jones

Image: This historic Michigan stone house is beautiful inside and out
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Cool down at these waterparks and splash pads in Michigan

Michigan has two temperatures — cold as ice and hot as hell. Summer in the Mitten State is here and with it…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Zehnder's Splash Village 1365 S. Main St., Frankenmuth; zehnders.com Zehnder's Splash Village features 50,000 square-feet of slides, pools, and splash zones.
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