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Music/News reporter. Wholesome badass. Long story short: I'm basically a Renaissance woman. (Opinions/commentary shared here are my own, obvi.)

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Detroit Serves as a Spooky Backdrop for Horror-Comedy ‘Haunted Heist’

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By Erica Banas Verified
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Don't mind the demons. Director Rel Howery promises 'Haunted Heist' balances scares with laughs. // Photo by John Sipple Though Motown founder Berry Gordy called his Boston Boulevard mansion home for only a few years, the estate remains steeped in history. The footsteps of influential figures, from politicians to some of music’s biggest acts, linger in its hallways. With grand, Renaissance-style architecture, an imposing presence, and a storied past, the mansion seemed destined for a ghost story.
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Cranbrook Tennis Classic Returns July 19-26

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By Erica Banas Verified
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2025 Cranbrook Tennis Classic champion Mark Lajal. // Photo by Adam Fuller If you’re still buzzing from the recent Wimbledon finals, you’ll be able to enjoy plenty of international tennis talent in metro Detroit at the Cranbrook Tennis Classic. The tournament will be held July 19-26 at the Cranbrook Schools Tennis Complex in Bloomfield Hills. Started in 2023, the tournament is one of the premier stops on the ATP Challenger Tour. It was named the 2025 ATP Challenger Tournament of the Year.
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Where Celebrities Shop When They Visit Metro Detroit

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Olivia Rodrigo and André 3000 visiting Old Soul Vintage in Detroit. // Photos courtesy of Old Soul Vintage Detroit has long been a hotspot for celebrity sightings, from Motown legends and hip-hop artists to Pistons players and Hollywood actors passing through the city. As new boutiques, luxury retailers, and trendy shops continue to pop up all over metro Detroit, there are more places than ever to shop for both locals and the occasional celebrity.
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