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  Detroit, Michigan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In 2005, Detroit ranked as the United States's 11th most populous city with 886,675 residents; this is less than half of the peak population it had in 1950, and Detroit leads the nation in terms of declining urban population.
Detroit fell to British troops during the War of 1812 in the Siege of Detroit, was recaptured by the United States in 1813 and incorporated as a city in 1815.
Detroit was the former home of a round of the Formula One World Championship, which held the race on the streets of downtown Detroit from 1982 until 1988, after which the sanction moved from Formula One to Indycars until its final run in 2001.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Detroit,_Michigan   (6736 words)

  
 Detroit Apartments
Detroit is a city that is constantly changing and improving itself.
Citizens of Detroit are proud to be Americans; two of the most popular local events are the annual Thanksgiving Day parade and spectacular fireworks display for the Fourth of July.
Detroit is a historic center of automobile production, an industry that suffered serious decline in the latter part of the 20th century, although it's on the rebound now.
www.rent.com /rentals/michigan/detroit-and-vicinity/detroit   (614 words)

  
 Detroit News
DETROIT -- The Michigan attorney general has charged a man who already faces child pornography charges with 20 new counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct in a separate case involving a 14-year-old boy.
DETROIT -- A federal judge has thrown out conspiracy and money laundering charges against three Palestinian-American men who were cleared earlier of accusations that they were plotting a terror attack on...
Detroit's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is looking for volunteers to assist with an evacuation exercise in Southwest Detroit Friday and Saturday.
www.topix.net /detroit   (637 words)

  
 New Rules Project - Equity - Living Wage - Detroit, MI
At the ballot box on November 3, 1998, Detroit voters overwhelmingly approved a living wage measure that requires city service contractors or recipients of city financial assistance of $50,000 or more to pay employees a wage equivalent to the federal poverty line for a family of four.
The Detroit ordinance also requires companies to attempt to hire Detroit residents to fill any new jobs created as a result of the contract assistance granted by the city.
The foregoing shall not be interpreted as [a] residency requirement: nor shall it cause any contractor or grantee to terminate, transfer, or lay off any employee who is on the payroll at the time coverage under this ordinance becomes effective for that contractor or grantee.
www.newrules.org /equity/detroit.html   (1105 words)

  
 Detroit, MI
February 2004: A final step in the dismantling of Detroit's heritage trolley system was noted on February 3 and 4, 2003 when the trolley storage barn was demolished.
October 2003: Detroit's heritage trolley system, which was the first to enter operation in 1976, may now, after many stops and starts, become the first to give up operation.
Economic development never took hold along the area served by the line and only 3000 passengers per year were being carried by the trolley.
www.heritagetrolley.org /existDetroit.htm   (125 words)

  
 City of Detroit - The Official Website for the City of Detroit
Mayor Kilpatrick and members of the Illegal Dumping Task Force announce details of a plan to address the issue of illegal dumping in Detroit.
Detroit clears way for development, job creation with $40 million HUD loan guarantee
All material is the property of the City of Detroit and may only be used with permission.
www.ci.detroit.mi.us /default.htm   (232 words)

  
 Detroit, Michigan City Page
Detroit, MI Suburbs Ann Arbor, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Dearborn, Farmington, Livonia, Mount Clemens, Plymouth, Pontiac, Rochester, Royal Oak, Novi, Southfield, Saint Clair, Troy, Warren, Ypsilanti.
Detroit, a high-speed city geared to the tempo of the production line, is the symbol throughout the world of America's productive might.
Detroit is also a major producer of space propulsion units, automation equipment, plane parts, hardware, rubber tires, office equipment, machine tools, fabricated metal, iron and steel forging, and auto stampings and accessories.
www.superpages.com /cities/Detroit-MI.html   (424 words)

  
 Home
This site is owned and operated by John Randall and is meant to be a conduit of information and sounding board for Fire fighters who serve the City of Detroit and Retiree's who have done their time.
But seal my lips on my own aches and pains---they are increasing, and
my love of rehearsing them is becoming sweeter as the years go by.
www.detroitfirefighters.net   (674 words)

  
 Detroit, Michigan MI, city profile (Wayne County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Detroit was $14,717, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Detroit, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $383.
The average commute time for Detroit workers is 28 minutes, compared with 26 minutes nationwide.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=21744   (1032 words)

  
 TV20 Detroit
The Detroit Tigers take on the Baltimore Orioles, Catch all the action live from Comerica Park, Sunday September 17, at 1:00 p.m.
In Detroit, WMYD 20 hosted the MDA Telethon for the 9th year with live features and special segments featuring MDA families in southeastern Michigan.
The Detroit area is the place to be.
www.wb20detroit.com   (376 words)

  
 EarthCam - Motown Cam
Experience multiple views of Motown's skyline and the heart of Detroit's cultural center including The Fisher Building Tower, Detroit Institute of Arts, and Detroit Main Library via a live EarthCam webcam located at the Detroit Science Center.
Founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, as a trading post for the French to do business with the Chippewa, Detroit gained fame about 200 years later as the birthplace of the mass production car industry and the Motown sound.
Detroit is home to the oldest state fair in the nation (1849), and has the dubious distinction of potato chip capital of the world.
www.earthcam.com /usa/michigan/detroit/dsc   (244 words)

  
 Detroit Musicians Entertainment
Detroit Musicians Entertainment is your source for the finest live music entertainment in the Metro-Detroit Area.
We are the members of the Detroit Federation of Musicians.
Detroit Musicians Entertainment 20833 Southfield Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 Phone: 248 569-5400 Ext.
www.detroitmusicians.net   (52 words)

  
 MetroAirport.com
Over the last few years Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has undergone a dramatic transformation with a new terminal; a sixth runway; a south entrance road; new parking garage; and a luxury class Westin Hotel.
Improvements continue with the ongoing construction of a new terminal to replace the aging Smith Terminal.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport :: L.C. Smith Terminal - Mezzanine :: Detroit, MI 48242
www.metroairport.com   (115 words)

  
 Detroit's Hotter Than July | The Midwest's Oldest Black S-G-L Pride Celebration
Detroit lost a gem in Joseph S. James this late winter.
He was a community elder and a model activist in both Detroit's fl and fl same-gender-loving community.
All you really need to know about fl men on the down low, and more news and opinion about Detroit's fl same-gender-loving community of men, women and families in Detroit.
www.hotterthanjuly.com   (190 words)

  
 Special Collections - NAHC
Located in the Rose and Robert Skillman Branch Library of the Detroit Public Library, the National Automotive History Collection (NAHC) is regarded as the nation's premier public automotive archive.
The NAHC documents the history and development of the automobile and other forms of motorized, wheeled, land transportation in the United States and abroad.
Since the late nineteenth century, the Detroit Public Library has aggressively collected automotive print materials such as books, periodicals, advertising literature, photographs, specifications, service and owner's manuals, and personal and business papers.
www.detroit.lib.mi.us /NAHC   (446 words)

  
 DetroitTitans.com
Jaclyn Thomas' first goal of the season in the 56th minute was enough for the Titan women's soccer team to notch its first win of the season today at Titan Field against Toledo by a 1-0 final.
Detroit is now 1-3-0 on the season, while UT fell to 1-3-1.
Dan Zinser (Roseville, MI/Roseville) was the top Detroit finisher at the 20th Annual Running Fit/Detroit Titan Invitational this Saturday at Cass Benton Park in Northville, MI.
www.detroittitans.com   (287 words)

  
 Detroit, Michigan (MI) Detailed Profile - relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, crime
Back to Michigan big cities, MI smaller cities, MI small cities, All Cities.
Detroit, Michigan business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
DETROIT (11 W. Services: ticket office, partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, public transit connection.
www.city-data.com /city/Detroit-Michigan.html   (1891 words)

  
 Welcome To DPS
Detroit Public Schools (the "District") will be accepting proposals for the purchase and development of the former Wilbur Wright School (also known as the former Detroit School of Arts), located at 4333 Rosa Parks (at Canfield), near Grand River in Detroit.
Proposals may be delivered in person or via mail or courier to Detroit Public Schools, Facilities Maintenance and Auxiliary Services, Attn: "WILBUR WRIGHT RFP" 10th Floor, Fisher Building, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI 48202.
Welcome to the newly re-designed website of the Detroit Public Schools system, a school district with a proud heritage that stretches back more than 160 years.
www.detroit.k12.mi.us   (325 words)

  
 American Civil Liberties Union : Detroit Resolution
WHEREAS the City of Detroit is proud of its long and distinguished tradition of protecting the civil rights and liberties of its residents;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Detroit City Council affirms its strong support for the rights of immigrants and opposes measures that single out individuals for legal scrutiny or enforcement activity based on their country of origin.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That the Detroit City Council requests the Director of the Library Commission notify and warn all library users that their personal library records may be obtained by the federal government under the USA PATRIOT Act (Public Law 107-56); AND
www.aclu.org /SafeandFree/SafeandFree.cfm?ID=11427&c=207   (515 words)

  
 Index
The Greater Detroit ASTD has a new membership committee.
In 2004, she was the first recipient of the Greater Detroit ASTD "Advancing the Profession Award".
The Greater Detroit chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) is being recognized for its submission to the ASTD “Sharing Our Success” (SOS) program.
www.detroitastd.org   (579 words)

  
 Detroit Police Department Official Web Site
Penalties for the nonperformance of parental duties are set forth in section 33-6-4 of this article.
Neighborhood Watch is a program that establishes a formal network of communication between neighborhoods and police regarding crime-related problems.
Our sworn officers and civilian employees appreciate the opportunity to work with you in making Detroit a safer place to live, work, and visit.
www.ci.detroit.mi.us /police   (255 words)

  
 Detroit Free Press Marathon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Along with one of the fastest, spectator-friendly Boston qualifier race courses, we offer a half-marathon run and walk, 5-person relay, and 5K race and one of the best organized expos in the USA.
The Detroit Free Press is a leader in partnering with charities and organizations in public service projects to help improve the quality of life for all in our community and beyond.
Please visit Run for a Reason if you would like to help.
www.detroitfreepressmarathon.com   (237 words)

  
 NRDC: Breath-Taking - MSA 2160: DETROIT, MI
NRDC: Breath-Taking - MSA 2160: DETROIT, MI Clean Air and Energy: Air Pollution: In Depth: Report
DETROIT, MI This table provides summary information for Metropolitan Statistical Area 2160, DETROIT, MI.
Lapeer Co, MI Livingston Co, MI Macomb Co, MI Oakland Co, MI St. Clair Co, MI Wayne Co, MI Monitoring Stations
www.nrdc.org /air/pollution/bt/2160.asp   (177 words)

  
 VisitDetroit.com - Home
Metro Detroit courses are revered by many — including one of golf’s living legends.
Metro Detroit is known as a great sports city thanks to Motown’s high-profile professional teams.
But it takes a little local knowledge to know that there’s a fifth sport.
www.visitdetroit.com   (149 words)

  
 Detroit Division FBI Home Page
Your identity will remain confidential and you have the option to remain anonymous if you so desire.
Use of the NAME, INITIALS, or SEAL of the FBI is restricted by law and may be used only with written permission of the FBI
For problems or questions relating to this website, please email the Detroit Division Computer Unit.
detroit.fbi.gov   (107 words)

  
 Current local time in Detroit - Michigan - U.S.A.
When can I call/have a meeting with someone in Detroit?
Show time difference between Detroit time and other time zones
UTC is Coordinated Universal Time, GMT is Greenwich Mean Time.
www.timeanddate.com /worldclock/city.html?n=77   (201 words)

  
 ClickOnDetroit.com - Home
The striking Detroit Federation of Teachers and the Detroit Public Schools continue contract talks this weekend following a judge's order for teachers to return to work on Monday.
I have changed my mind and now support the teachers.
I have changed my mind and now support the district.
www.clickondetroit.com   (291 words)

  
 Detroit Region SCCA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
If you think that you maybe interested in being on the ballot, or would like to nominate someone, please contact any of the current Board members.
Photos are now available for the combined Detroit and SVR "Mirror Solo" autocrosses
The 2006 National Championship Runoffs at Heartland Park Topeka is not far off!
www.detroit-scca.org   (116 words)

  
 WKBD CW 50 Detroit: Home
"Michigan Matters" focuses on controversial issues concerning the metro Detroit area.
Street Beat focuses on local nonprofits, faith-based agencies or community organizations that are making a difference!
Mazda, Goodman Acker, Little Caesars, Art Van, and UPN Detroit present The Teen Rules of the Road which will educate our viewers about good driving habits.
cw50detroit.com   (94 words)

  
 Metro Times Detroit   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Under the Radar: The Willis Remembered at Detroit Artists Market, John Mayer in Clarkson, esQuire After Dark with Marice Bolen at Oslo, Art and Apples Festival in Rocheseter, West Side Story in Royal Oak and more.
"The music industry has been under attack from the Detroit City White Boys over the last few years,...
The Avatars take time to talk up their five monomanias.
www.metrotimes.com   (218 words)

  
 Detroit.babyzone.com -- Your local guide to pregnancy and parenting resources.
Detroit.babyzone.com -- Your local guide to pregnancy and parenting resources.
I'm Toni, your interim guide to Metro Detroit.
Please apply to regionsapply@babyzone.com with “Detroit” in the subject line.
detroit.babyzone.com   (286 words)

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