Tax preparer sentenced for $600 million COVID-era tax fraud scheme
A New York woman is headed to prison for her role in a COVID-era tax scheme that sought to bilk the U.S. government out of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax credits that were meant to help businesses weather the pandemic.
A New York woman is headed to prison for her role in a COVID-era tax scheme that sought to bilk the U.S. government out of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax credits that were meant to help businesses weather the pandemic.
Oakland teen, with a 4.3 GPA, gets accepted to all 31 colleges he applied to
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
U.S. officials stop publication of COVID vaccine effectiveness study
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
Disability technology showcased by Detroit Mercy nursing, engineering students
Nursing and engineering students at UDM are combining forces to create safe technology that can help people overcome challenges.
Nursing and engineering students at UDM are combining forces to create safe technology that can help people overcome challenges.
New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
Muslim families in need to receive food donations for Ramadan
Members of Metro Detroit’s Muslim community are reaching out in the spirit of giving ahead of the month of Ramadan.
Members of Metro Detroit’s Muslim community are reaching out in the spirit of giving ahead of the month of Ramadan.
Auto industry expert shares story of success by reinvention
Her path to success was anything but a straight line and she isn't done blazing trails just yet.
Her path to success was anything but a straight line and she isn't done blazing trails just yet.
THE INTERVIEW| Eleven Billion and Barely a Bruise after shutdown?
The Treasury says the historic 43-day shutdown left an $11 billion dent, but in a $30 trillion economy, that’s a rounding error with political consequences. We break down the tiny economic hit, the big partisan fight, and why the yield curve may be the real story in the interview. Dr. Michael Greiner from Oakland University gives his take.
The Treasury says the historic 43-day shutdown left an $11 billion dent, but in a $30 trillion economy, that’s a rounding error with political consequences. We break down the tiny economic hit, the big partisan fight, and why the yield curve may be the real story in the interview. Dr. Michael Greiner from Oakland University gives his take.
THE INTERVIEW| Fed to Take Cautious Approach as Gov. Shutdown Threatens Economic Clarity
Hilary Golston spoke with Oakland University economics expert Dr. Michael Greiner, who says the Federal Reserve is likely to proceed carefully amid the government shutdown. Greiner explained that while the Fed remains operational, missing data from key agencies like the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Bureau of Labor Statistics could cloud the economic picture. He says policymakers are watching inflation and growth closely but are unlikely to make bold moves until the numbers are clear.
Hilary Golston spoke with Oakland University economics expert Dr. Michael Greiner, who says the Federal Reserve is likely to proceed carefully amid the government shutdown. Greiner explained that while the Fed remains operational, missing data from key agencies like the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Bureau of Labor Statistics could cloud the economic picture. He says policymakers are watching inflation and growth closely but are unlikely to make bold moves until the numbers are clear.
State police rescue injured red-tailed hawk in northern Michigan
On Oct. 15, troopers from the Houghton Lake Post were dispatched to a Grayling parking lot on a report of the injured bird.
On Oct. 15, troopers from the Houghton Lake Post were dispatched to a Grayling parking lot on a report of the injured bird.
IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
How small businesses can build resilience during economic uncertainty
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Statue honoring Tuskegee Airman returned to Rouge Park after theft
On Friday, friends and family created new memories with the re-installed statue of Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson — a Prisoner of War and original Tuskegee airman.
On Friday, friends and family created new memories with the re-installed statue of Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson — a Prisoner of War and original Tuskegee airman.
THE INTERVIEW| Alternative to the Fed? Tariffs, Jobs, and a Supreme Court Showdown
Hilary Golston spoke with Dr. Michael Greiner, an economy expert and attorney from Oakland University, about the mounting pressures on the U.S. economy. With August jobs data showing just 22,000 new positions and unemployment climbing to 4.3 percent, Golston pressed Greiner on what the slowdown means for workers and markets. The two also examined the high-stakes tariff fight now heading to the Supreme Court, where billions in potential refunds hang in the balance. Finally, they explored the Federal Reserve?s role in shaping America?s fiscal landscape and whether alternatives to the Fed could ever truly emerge.
Hilary Golston spoke with Dr. Michael Greiner, an economy expert and attorney from Oakland University, about the mounting pressures on the U.S. economy. With August jobs data showing just 22,000 new positions and unemployment climbing to 4.3 percent, Golston pressed Greiner on what the slowdown means for workers and markets. The two also examined the high-stakes tariff fight now heading to the Supreme Court, where billions in potential refunds hang in the balance. Finally, they explored the Federal Reserve?s role in shaping America?s fiscal landscape and whether alternatives to the Fed could ever truly emerge.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Detroit small businesses being impacted by tariffs
A group of small business owners are speaking out over growing concerns about what is being called a crisis that is hurting the bottom line of many. Business owners gathered on Wednesday to express concerns over tariffs put on by the Trump Administration.
A group of small business owners are speaking out over growing concerns about what is being called a crisis that is hurting the bottom line of many. Business owners gathered on Wednesday to express concerns over tariffs put on by the Trump Administration.
Detroit fire crew helps deliver woman's twins at home
Two Detroit Fire Department EMTs, Bacarri Stanley and Michael Bache, are returning to the home where they responded to a 911 call about a woman in labor. At first, the two EMTs believed Jessica Johnson?s delivery was over, so they rushed to assist the baby. But then, out of nowhere, the mom yelled again.
Two Detroit Fire Department EMTs, Bacarri Stanley and Michael Bache, are returning to the home where they responded to a 911 call about a woman in labor. At first, the two EMTs believed Jessica Johnson?s delivery was over, so they rushed to assist the baby. But then, out of nowhere, the mom yelled again.
Inkster celebrates new affordable housing development
Dozens of people gathered Friday to witness something, they say, that hasn?t happened in Inkster since the 2008 housing crash.
Dozens of people gathered Friday to witness something, they say, that hasn?t happened in Inkster since the 2008 housing crash.
Summer Olympics for young trauma survivors
It's their first-ever Summer Olympics, says Tenetia Pulliam, designed to use physical activity and healthy eating as a means to heal from trauma. They even had a beverage-making contest.
It's their first-ever Summer Olympics, says Tenetia Pulliam, designed to use physical activity and healthy eating as a means to heal from trauma. They even had a beverage-making contest.
Commerce Township man illegally obtained $500k in PPP loans, feds say
Firas Hajjar failed to disclose he had pleaded guilty to tax evasion when he applied for the small business loan program.
Firas Hajjar failed to disclose he had pleaded guilty to tax evasion when he applied for the small business loan program.