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House resolution asks Granholm to oust Kilpatrick - The measure was introduced by Rep. David Law, R-Commerce Township, who said Friday that Kilpatrick's refusal to resign in the aftermath of a text message scandal and criminal charges is hurting the state's largest city and the Metro region.

Kerkorian officially solicits Ford shares - Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian made his offer to buy 20 million shares in Ford Motor Co. official today, filing his tender offer with the Securities and Exchange Commission and placing a solicitation in the Wall Street Journal.

Billups feels 'better,' so Pistons hopeful - Pistons physical therapist Arnie Kander said he was encouraged by Billups' progress and the goal was still for him to play Saturday.

Chef is ready to impress Red Bull Air Race crowd - The Red Bull Air Race World Series competition is based on speed, precision and skill, and that's exactly why seasoned chef Matt Prentice of the Matt Prentice Restaurant Group has been selected as the executive caterer for this world-class sports event taking place May 31 and June 1 along the Detroit River.

Man arraigned in strangulation death of his ex-girlfriend of Westland - WESTLAND -- Two days after police say he strangled his ex-girlfriend to death, Robert Howard kept his head down and fought back tears at his arraignment Friday, only periodically looking up to respond to the judge's questions.

Officials seek those exposed to CMU meningitis victim - STERLING HEIGHTS -- Health officials say nobody else so far has shown symptoms of the meningitis that killed a 26-year-old college student from Sterling Heights, but they were continuing Friday to seek out people who may have come in contact with him.

Tigers' Willis set for another rehab start - DETROIT -- Tigers pitcher Dontrelle Willis is expected to make another rehab start for Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday, with another possibly coming May 18, manager Jim Leyland said.

Residents, business owners complain about Livernois roadwork - DETROIT -- A group of residents and business owners sounded off on the Livernois median project Friday, saying the controversial roadwork has caused major safety problems and hurt business in the area.

Pudge to lead off against Yankees - DETROIT -- Tigers manager Jim Leyland shook up the lineup once again Friday, moving catcher Pudge Rodriguez to the leadoff spot and giving center fielder Curtis Granderson a rest.

'The Job' is set to be filmed in Detroit - Cameras are set to roll next week in Detroit on "The Job," another film production that's landed in Michigan following the April passage of a tax rebate bill here for film production companies.

Opera star Luciano Pavarotti dies - His exquisite voice made him an opera legend. Luciano Pavarotti was 71 and died Thursday morning at his home in Modena, Italy.

At least 10 mine rescue workers hurt in Utah - The Mine Safety and Health Administration now says at least 10 rescue workers have been injured in an accident at the Crandall Canyon Mine in Utah.

Minnesota mourns bridge victims - The victims of the Minneapolis highway bridge collapse are being remembered throughout the Twin Cities.

AirTran tracks down passengers - AirTran is trying to get in touch with passengers who sat near a teenage girl infected with bacterial meningitis on one of its flights.

Darryl Buchanan may take job with Flint mayor - The Flint city councilman most closely associated with Flint's mayor says he's seriously considering a top job in the mayor's office.

SVSU head football coach's contract not renewed - Saginaw Valley State University released a statement Friday saying it won't be renewing its head football coach's contract.

Saginaw River dioxins could be worst ever - A U.S. Environmental Protection Agency scientist says toxic dioxin found in the Saginaw River could be the most concentrated ever discovered in the nation's rivers and lakes.

Supreme Court approves primary plan - The Michigan Supreme Court has decided to let the state's January 15 presidential primary go forward.

Loud music leads to stabbing - Authorities say a Sanilac County man stabbed his roommate in the back with a steak knife for refusing to turn down his loud music.

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