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Davidson family members in legal battle over late businessman’s foundation

Billionaire William M. Davidson was founder of Guardian Industries and his holdings once included the Detroit Pistons and The Palace of Auburn Hills. On March 15, 2009, the seat of the Detroit Pistons owner at The Palace was adorned with a portrait of him and a rose after his death.Family trustees in legal battle over how to run late billionaire’s philanthropic efforts

Billionaire William M. Davidson left an impressive legacy of success and generosity when he died in March 2009 at the age of 86.

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Detroit’s creditors could target Detroit Institute of Arts collection

Detroit owns the majority of the 66,000 pieces of art and the building, but the DIA is the caretaker.

A public spat over the fate of the Detroit Institute of Arts’ collection erupted Friday as museum officials sparred with Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr’s office over whether its masterpieces can be sold in the event of a bankruptcy.

Job market improving for Michigan veterans

State trooper Walter Crider, left, talks with Army National Guard intel analyst Thomas Grant, 23, as he seeks a career in law enforcement at last Saturday's Hiring Our Heroes job fair  at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. (Todd McInturf / The Detroit News)

As the nation pauses this weekend to honor fallen service members, businesses and job organizations are stepping up to help former soldiers and sailors find civilian jobs that will help them merge back into mainstream America.

Michigan woman’s face split open to remove cancerous tumor

Mary Ann Jarrett of St. Clair Shores battles chondrosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, and her husband, Mark, was diagnosed with a brain tumor.

Mary Ann Jarrett didn’t hear her voice for three months. Or eat solid food for two. But she was alive — which she says is the most important thing after she had her tongue sliced in half and her face split open to remove a cancerous tumor. - 9:24 am

Marinas remake themselves as floating resorts

The pool at Kean's Marina on the Detroit River has been upgraded. Other improvements include a Tiki bar, a new sound system and shuttles to Tigers games.

Up and down the Detroit River, along Lake St. Clair and other Michigan lakes and waterways, marinas are adding amenities to become more than just boat docks.

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