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Lost & Found: Dreaded Detroit artist with bright green “Eat More Kale” shirt

By Steve Neavling on February 26, 2013   Art & Entertainment, posts  

Lost & Found: Dreaded Detroit artist with bright green “Eat More Kale” shirt

The attire was eclectic enough to gain the attention of others on social media sites.

Abandoned Northville Psychiatric Hospital may soon open to public with trails

By Steve Neavling on February 24, 2013   Abandoned Buildings, Buildings, posts  

Abandoned Northville Psychiatric Hospital may soon open to public with trails

The sprawling ruins of the Northville Psychiatric Hospital are becoming increasingly popular to photographers, thrill seekers and vandals.

Feds raid home of Detroit police chief’s daughter and former Wayne County Commissioner Blackwell

By Steve Neavling on February 20, 2013   Crime & Fire, Government, Police, posts  

Feds raid home of Detroit police chief’s daughter and former Wayne County Commissioner Blackwell

The IRS and other law enforcement raided the house and removed tax records, among other evidence.

Man behind Nazi message on Packard Plant creates Facebook page, shows photos

By Steve Neavling on February 20, 2013   Abandoned Buildings, Art & Entertainment, Buildings, posts, The Packard Plant  

Man behind Nazi message on Packard Plant creates Facebook page, shows photos

The artist can’t understand why anyone would be offended that he posted a Nazi reference on a windowless overpass of the abandoned Packard Plant.

Creator of chilling Nazi message on Packard Plant comes forward, criticizes the sign’s removal

By Steve Neavling on February 20, 2013   Abandoned Buildings, Art & Entertainment, Buildings, Crime & Fire, Fire, posts, The Packard Plant  

Creator of chilling Nazi message on Packard Plant comes forward, criticizes the sign’s removal

“I placed the sign on the overpass, the gateway to Detroit, the heart of a once booming industrial America, full of capitalist promise and hope,” the alleged artist wrote.

Historic Hotel Charlevoix to be demolished in downtown Detroit within 45 days

By Steve Neavling on February 19, 2013   Abandoned Buildings, Buildings, posts, Real Estate  

Historic Hotel Charlevoix to be demolished in downtown Detroit within 45 days

City officials confirmed today that the final paperwork is nearly complete to allow the slumlord, Ralph Sachs, to proceed with demolition

Sheriff Napoleon ducks tough questions in mayoral race, prefers trite posts on social media

By Steve Neavling on February 19, 2013   City Government, Crime & Fire, Government, Mayor's Office, Police, posts  

Sheriff Napoleon ducks tough questions in mayoral race, prefers trite posts on social media

His campaign team is distancing the sheriff from the media and controlling the message through social media, such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Fox 2’s Charlie LeDuff shows sensitive side, says sister’s death changed his life

By Steve Neavling on February 18, 2013   Headline, posts  

Fox 2’s Charlie LeDuff shows sensitive side, says sister’s death changed his life

The usually cheerful, wise­cracking Fox 2 News reporter broke down recently during a wide­ranging interview.

Mayor Bing curiously quiet about re-election bid; 7 likely contenders so far

By Steve Neavling on February 16, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, City Government, Government, Mayor's Office, posts  

Mayor Bing curiously quiet about re-election bid; 7 likely contenders so far

In just six months, Detroiters will select the top two mayoral candidates during the nonpartisan primary.

Aerial view: Demolition levels 10-block area of east side, clears way for progress

By Steve Neavling on February 15, 2013   Abandoned Buildings, Buildings, City Government, Government, Mayor's Office, posts, Urban Renewal  

Aerial view: Demolition levels 10-block area of east side, clears way for progress

Crews recently wiped out a 10-block area that included decaying buildings, thick overgrowth and discarded tires and needles.

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Steve Neavling

Steve Neavling lives and works in Detroit as an investigative journalist. His stories have uncovered corruption, led to arrests and reforms and prompted FBI investigations.

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