Briefs: Hamtramck man charged in slaying of 73-year-old

A 25-year-old Hamtramck man was charged Friday with killing an elderly city resident, according to Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy's office.
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120428/METRO/204280346/1409/rss36

Published: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:27:01 -0700

GM to add 200 more workers at Detroit-Hamtramck plant

General Motors is adding about 200 new workers at its Detroit-Hamtramck Chevy Volt factory in anticipation of increasing its production rate in July when the plant adds the Chevy Malibu, two people familiar with the situation said.
http://www.freep.com/article/20120517/BUSINESS01/120517074/1002/rss02

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 22:50:17 -0700

Hundreds of jobs up for grabs today

Job seekers will want to check out a pair of career fairs in Metro Detroit today that boast hundreds of open positions.
http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/region/wayne_county/two-job-fairs-boast-hundreds-of-open-positions

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 02:58:51 -0700

Photos of bodies shown in exam for suspects in Hamtramck slayings

Hamtramck—It was the most emotional day thus far for the families of Abreeya Brown,', and Ashley Conaway, 22, the two young women snatched from in front of their Andrus Street home and subsequently murdered.
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120426/METRO/204260455/1409/rss36

Published: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:57:04 -0700

Michigan economy shows signs of rebound

DETROIT, April 30 (UPI) -- Michigan's economy, hard-hit by the nation's recession, has started to show signs it is rebounding, observers say.
http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2012/04/30/Michigan-economy-shows-signs-of-rebound/UPI-27681335796464/

Published: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:18:33 -0700

Welcoming Michigan kicks off campaign to boost immigration

Detroit— Leaders of a new statewide initiative are hoping to change the conversation about immigrants and highlight their contributions to the community.
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120507/METRO/205070393/1409/rss36

Published: Mon, 07 May 2012 12:21:54 -0700

Man testifies he gave ride to suspect in Hamtramck women killings

Tristan Cash testified Wednesday that a friend called to ask for a ride the night two Hamtramck women disappeared after being kidnapped from their home at gunpoint. Cash said he picked up Miguel Rodriguez, 24, and they stopped at several places.
http://www.freep.com/article/20120426/NEWS02/204260544/1001/rss01

Published: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:30:50 -0700

Southfield library spotlights Jacobson's stores with author talk

As part of the Library of Michigan's 2012 Notable Authors Tour, the Southfield Public Library will present a program featuring Bruce Allen Kopytek, author of "Jacobson's: I Miss It So!" Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room.
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120522/LIFESTYLE/205220302/1005/rss32

Published: Mon, 21 May 2012 23:26:54 -0700

New Initiative Promotes Welcoming Attitude Toward Immigrants

A new campaign is underway to bring better understanding of immigrants who are making Michigan their new home.
http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/05/07/new-initiative-promotes-welcoming-attitude-toward-immigrants/

Published: Mon, 07 May 2012 09:46:24 -0700

Whoa! Records Releases Albums by About the Mess, Seized Up, The Wanton Looks, and The Black List

CHICAGO, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Whoa! Records is pleased to announce a summer full of new music and great shows, with releases from About the Mess, Seized Up, The Wanton Looks and The Black List.Chicago ...
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/whoa-records-releases-albums-mess-122000561.html

Published: Wed, 16 May 2012 05:20:00 -0700