Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
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At Oakland County International Airport, 25 people from 17 countries became U.S. citizens in an emotional ceremony.
Officials said the airport setting — not a traditional courtroom — symbolized a warm welcome for those who worked hard for citizenship.
A list of trick-or-treat times for Halloween in metro Detroit has been published showing that towns set their own hours from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Residents are advised to check local details—Ann Arbor holds a parade on October 26 and Allen Park recommends 5:30 to 8 p.m.—to know their specific times.
Former WXYZ-TV anchors Diana Lewis and Doris Biscoe were inducted into the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame today at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms—honoring Lewis's 44-year career and recognizing Biscoe's legacy posthumously.
Michigan lawmakers urged Corewell Health to reconsider closing the labor and delivery unit at Wayne Hospital, which has served local families for decades.
A spokesperson said the system is evaluating the program while nearby sites offer more complete care—adding concerns over the impact on resident training and local access to obstetrical services.
The Detroit Lions beat Tampa Bay 24-9 on October 22nd as their makeshift secondary held Baker Mayfield to 228 yards with one touchdown and one interception.
Coach Dan Campbell praised his players for earning game balls—showing how substitutes stepped up amid injuries.
The Detroit Pistons will open their season tonight in Chicago after a 44-win season that brought playoff wins for the first time in nearly 20 years.
Former coach Dwane Casey and former player Grant Long, who work for Fanduel Sports Detroit, previewed the team's outlook for the new season.
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