Recap of the final U.S. Senate debate in Michigan

Detroit Free Press politics reporter breaks down the final debate in the U.S. Senate race in Michigan hosted by WXYZ Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. https://www.freep.com/videos/news/politics/elections/2026/10/21/recap-of-the-final-u-s-senate-debate-in-michigan/92372930007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube

Pistons Pulse-Freep Sports Show crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star?

It's a crossover! The Pistons Pulse and Freep Sports Show are LIVE to discuss the Detroit Pistons' 121-113 win over the Boston Celtics in the NBA season opener. Is Ausar Thompson showing that he's the second star next to Cade Cunningham that the Pistons have been looking for? And what did the guys see from Jalen Duren after signing his big new contract? Shawn Windsor, Andrew Birkle and Omari Sankofa break it all do...

Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Wednesday Oct. 21, 2026

MSU didn't report sexual assault claims against doctor for 17 months (https://www.freep.com/story/news/health/2026/10/15/michigan-state-delayed-reporting-sex-abuse-claims-to-licensing-board/92232246007/) Inkster becomes ground zero in Flock camera debate (https://www.freep.com/story/news/crime/2026/10/15/flock-cameras-inkster-rashida-tlaib/92231802007/)

J.B. Bickerstaff on Pistons' comeback win in opener vs Celtics

Detroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff talks to the media after his team's win over the Boston Celtics in the season opener on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nba/pistons/2026/10/20/jb-bickerstaff-detroit-pistons-game-vs-boston-celtics/92352520007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube

What improvement did Jalen Duren show heading into Detroit Pistons season?

Detroit Pistons insider Omari Sankofa II and co-host Bryce Simon break down what they saw from Jalen Duren during the preseason on "The Pistons Pulse", recorded Oct. 18, 2026.

Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers appear at Detroit Economic Club forum

The candidates for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat will appear separately at the forum in downtown Detroit on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.

Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Tuesday Oct. 20, 2026

Prosecutions data for Lloyd and Savit cut through AG campaign rhetoric (https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/10/19/michigan-attorney-general-election-lloyd-savit-case-data/92229024007/) Michigan county sues to seize family’s cottage (https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/john-carlisle/2026/10/16/michigan-county-sues-to-seize-familys-cottage/92221601007/) Sign of the Beefcarver to close its original...

What the past 3 #superbowl winners have in common with #detroitlions

What can recent history tell us about the Detroit Lions' Super Bowl chances? If the Seahawks, Eagles and Chiefs are any indication, the Lions are in a great spot to contend. Shawn Windsor and Andrew Birkle open the latest episode of the Freep Sports Show by discussing the Lions' position coming off the bye and why Dan Campbell was in a good mood coming off the bye week.  Subscribe to the Free Press for all your Detroit...

Time for Red Wings to finally cut bait and trade Dylan Larkin?

Another week, another Dylan Larkin trade Rumor. ESPN's John Buccigross was the latest to make waves, saying he thinks the Red Wings will trade Dylan Larkin in the next seven-to-10 days. Is now the right time to make the move? And should the Wings be looking for picks or a win-now player? Shawn Windsor and Andrew Birkle break it down in the latest episode of the Freep Sports Show. Subscribe to the Free Press for all your Detr...

Kyle Whittingham declines to name Michigan's starting QB for Indiana

Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham is not naming Tommy Carr the starter over Bryce Underwood – for now.

The Free Press played 5 Michigan golf courses for 1st time in 2026. How each looked

Detroit Free Press' Marlowe Alter and Andrew Birkle play the signature No. 17 hole at Eagle Eye Golf Club, a replica of No. 17 at TPC Sawgrass, in August 2026 in Bath Township. Here's what they found. https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2026/10/19/best-michigan-golf-courses-public/92104234007/

Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Monday Oct. 19, 2026

2-level Book-Cadillac penthouse in Detroit lists for $2.8M (https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2026/10/15/inside-detroits-2-795m-two-level-penthouse-at-historic-book-cadillac/92238008007/) At 67, he's still learning to read. But many in Michigan never have (https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2026/10/13/literacy-detroit-michigan-technology-reading-ai/89538066007/)

What we saw at the 2026 Detroit Free Press Marathon

A recap of the 2026 Detroit Free Press Marathon from the starting line to the finish line. https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/marathon/2026/10/18/see-runners-in-action-in-the-detroit-free-press-marathon/92323068007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube

Can benching Bryce Underwood for Tommy Carr save Michigan's season?

Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia are back LIVE on Hail Yes! to talk about Michigan football's huge win vs. Penn State. After a disastrous first half, Kyle Whittingham finally made the call that everyone had been discussing for weeks, benching Bryce Underwood for freshman Tommy Carr. The Wolverines went crazy in the second half with Carr under center, scoring 21 points after getting shutout in the first two quarters. Is this ...

Andy Bowman 3-peats, sets record in men's division of Detroit marathon

Ferndale’s Andy Bowman led from start to finish to three-peat Sunday as men’s champ in the 49th Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSU Federal Credit Union on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 in downtown Detroit. Read the story: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/marathon/2026/10/18/detroit-free-press-marathon-andy-bowman-event-record/92249943007/

Fans cheer on 2026 Free Press Marathon runners along the race route

The 49th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSU Federal Credit Union began on Sunday, Oct. 18 to the sounds of Eminem and bells rung by onlookers, who cheered and held signs of support.

Runners start the 2026 Free Press Marathon in Detroit

The 49th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSU Federal Credit Union began on a chilly morning to the sounds of Eminem and bells rung by onlookers, who cheered and held signs of support. The first wave of participants in the marathon, international half, and marathon relay took off from the starting line at 7 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 18, at downtown Detroit's West Fort Street and 3rd Avenue.

Runners are off to the races at 2026 Free Press Marathon in Detroit

The 49th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSU Federal Credit Union began on a chilly Sunday morning, Oct. 18, 2026 at downtown Detroit's West Fort Street and 3rd Avenue.

Peyton Robinson's 29-yard TD gives Cass Tech lead over Detroit King

Peyton Robinson catches a 29-yard touchdown pass from Donald Tabron II to give Cass Tech a 21-14 lead in the fourth quarter against Detroit King in the PSL Blue championship game Oct. 16, 2026, at Ford Field.

See how undefeated Cass Tech rallied past King to capture PSL title

Detroit Cass Tech (8-0) rallied from a 14-0 deficit to defeat Detroit King, 21-20, at Ford Field, securing its fifth straight win over the Crusaders, Oct. 16, 2026 at Ford Field.

See Detroit King's Willie Walker score 68-yard touchdown vs Cass Tech

Willie Walker caught a screen pass and raced 68 yards for a TD to give Detroit King a 14-0 first-quarter lead over Cass Tech at Ford Field, Oct. 16, 2026, in the PSL Blue championship.

Hundreds of metro Detroiters take part in third annual Kids Marathon

The first wave of nearly 800 children cross the starting line during the Kids Marathon, presented by Priority Health, on Saturday, Oct. 17.

Detroit marathon 2026 weekend activities kick off

The 49th annual Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSU Federal Credit Union weekend kicked off Saturday, Oct. 17.

No Kings protesters turn out in Ferndale

No Kings protesters gather on Woodward Avenue near the Rust Belt on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.

Wayne County declares new winner of Hamtramck mayoral election

Wayne County Board of Canvassers counted 37 ballots, resulting in a new winner of the 2025 Hamtramck mayoral election, ex-councilman Muhith Mahmood.

Harper Woods WR Dakota Guerrant breaks down win over Clarkston

No. 17 Harper Woods beat No. 5 Clarkston 28-13 on Friday, Oct. 16 in Week 8 of the 2026 Michigan high school football season.

Detroit Central coach Jimmie Macon talks team's 2026 PSL Gold title

Detroit Central coach Jimmie Macon complimented his team for having a good week of preparation before an 8-6 win over Detroit Denby at Ford Field on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.

Detroit Cass Tech QB Donald Tabron II talks PSL title win over Detroit King

Cass Tech coach Marvin Rushing and QB Donald Tabron spoke about the 21-20 win over King in the PSL Blue title game on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at Ford Field.

We all missed the most interesting moment in the Michigan governor debate

After Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James stopped battling in the Michigan governor debate, they shared a human moment we almost missed.

Does the Freep only endorse Democrats? Editorial Page Editor Nancy Kaffer explains

The Free Press had a long track record of bipartisan endorsements. One man changed that. https://www.freep.com/videos/opinion/2026/10/16/2026-free-press-endorsements-democrats-republicans/92285425007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube

Is Michigan football on disaster watch?

Tony Garcia debates columnist Shawn Windsor on the ramifications of a Michigan football loss to Penn St. on the "Freep Sports Show," on Oct. 15, 2026.

Michigan county sues to seize family’s cottage

For six decades, a family had an agreement with the public park that was built around it. Now, the county it's in says that agreement no longer exists.

The Pistons Pulse: Previewing the Season Opener

The Pistons Pulse is your go-to Detroit Pistons podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team. Hosted by Omari Sankofa of the Detroit Free Press and Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops. Omari brings insider insights and analysis as a Pistons beat writer and Detroit native combined with Bryce’s in-depth on-court analysis as a former D1 player and current high school coach of 12 years. SUBSCRIBE: Apple - https://po...

Marathoning priest runs on prayers and carbohydrates

The Rev. Seamus Kettner of Holy Redeemer Church in Burton is running the Free Press International Half-Marathon on Sunday.

Breakdown of Michigan governor's debate between Benson and James

Detroit Free Press reporter Clara Hendrickson analyzes the Michigan governor's debate held on WDIV-TV on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Detroit Red Wings talk victory over Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday

Detroit Red Wings Anton Johansson, Daniil Tarasov, Andrew Copp and Todd McLellan talk on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

Tom Izzo's message to Elliott Hammon, a teen Michigan State fan suffering from a brain tumor

Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo records a video message to Elliott Hammon, a teen Michigan State fan suffering from a brain tumor.

Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham: 'I still feel like we’re a little slept on'

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham talks about expectations entering the 2026-27 NBA season on Oct. 15, 2026.

How important was Detroit Pistons' trade for Kevin Huerter?

Freep Detroit Pistons beat writer Omari Sankofa II and co-host Bryce Simon break down Kevin Huerter on "The Pistons Pulse," recorded Oct. 12, 2026.

Kelvin Sheppard is going to be feeling swaggy after Lions' win vs Cardinals

Christian Romo discusses Kelvin Sheppard's swagger after the Detroit Lions quieted some critics with a win over the Arizona Cardinals in an episode of Freep Sports Show on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026.

Breaking down top games in 2026 Michigan high school football Week 8

Free Press reporter Jared Ramsey shares a few thoughts on some of the top high school football games in Week 8 of the 2026 MHSAA regular season.

U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib says, 'Get the Flock out of our communities'

U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Detroit, gathered a group of local leaders on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from some neighboring communities at an Inkster intersection with a Flock camera. She's sponsoring a bill that would ban the use of such technology.

2026 Detroit Free Press Marathon finish line

Live coverage as runners reach the finish line for the 2026 Detroit Free Press Marathon presented by MSUFCU on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.

Kid Rock talks hot topics and new collaboration with Eminem

Freep music writer and critic Brian McCollum sat down with Kid Rock to discuss views and the experience of writing the song "Heal My Faith."

Detroit Free Press Voice Briefing Thursday Oct. 15, 2026

Not registered to vote? No Kings protest to be deadline reminder (https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/10/14/one-more-no-kings-protest-expected-before-election-day-vote-early-deadline/92231253007/) Poop patrol from outer space: Satellites spot winter manure spreading (https://www.freep.com/story/news/environment/2026/10/14/satellites-winter-manure-spreading-farms/92215962007/)

Is Michigan football on disaster watch vs. Penn State?

Michigan football beat writer Tony Garcia joins the Freep Sports Show to talk about Michigan's huge game against Penn State. Should we be on "disaster watch" in Ann Arbor with what feels like a make-or-break game against the Nittany Lions? Should Michigan have stuck with Bryce Underwood as QB1? Plus, Shawn drops some "Windsor Wisdom" about why everything feels so frantic in Ann Arbor right now. Subscribe to the Free Press for all y...

MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo reminisces about 2009 Final Four in Detroit

Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo gives insight into the 2009 Final Four in Detroit, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, at Motor City Casino. https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2026/10/14/tom-izzo-michigan-state-basketball-2009-final-four-detroit/92250213007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube

Did Pistons get any better this offseason?

The NBA season is almost here, so Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor decided it was time for a little Detroit Pistons preview. Did Trajan Langdon improve the team this offseason? Is Jalen Duren worth his contract? And will Ausar Thompson make a leap as a shooter? Shawn and Andrew answer those questions during "Rate the Take." Subscribe to the Free Press for all your Detroit sports coverage: https://www.freep.com/sports/ Listen to the full Podcast ...

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Alex DeBrincat on Detroit Red Wings' OT loss, second line's importance

Detroit Red Wings on 5-4 OT loss on Tuesday, Oct. 14 2026 and the second line's importance. On Wednesday, he inked a 7-year, $91 million contract extension. Here's the story: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nhl/red-wings/2026/10/14/detroit-red-wings-extend-alex-debrincat-for-7-years-91-million/92246082007/