World-famous Kronk Gym destroyed by suspicious fire in Detroit
Kronk Gym was a world-renowned boxing powerhouse in Detroit that produced more than 30 world champions, most notably Tommy Hearns.
Fate of unique CPA Building in Corktown may be decided today
The city temporarily halted demolition after preservationists and others called for the building to be saved.
Polka Dot Rebellion: Heidelberg Project survived on guts, vision of Tyree Guyton
In the early 1990s, artist Tyree Guyton held a gun to his head. He didn’t pull the trigger and instead created a world-renowned outdoor art exhibit. Now he’s ready for something new.
Remains of Detroit ‘art’ house is demolished after misleading media reports
The media spun a cold-hearted narrative about a project to move a vacant Detroit house to Europe, but the truth is far more nuanced.
Demolition by implosion set for Park Avenue building at Red Wings arena site
The historic Hotel Park Avenue will come crashing down with the assistance of explosives at the site of the new Red Wings arena.
Fires break out inside iconic ruins of Michigan Central Station in Detroit
Fires were on two floors of the hulking building owned by billionaire Matty Moroun.
Lens on Detroit: Exploring the old Theatre Bizarre site
Before the city closed down the “underground” masquerade for alleged violations, the neighborhood carnival-like bash attracted more than 2,000 people.
Works begins on restoring long-neglected Packard Plant, iconic bridge
After enduring decades of abandonment and vandalism, the Packard Plant is coming back to life.
Preservationists fight to save historic Park Avenue Building in downtown Detroit
The abandoned, neglected Albert Kahn high-rise is in the shadow of the planned Red Wings arena and entertainment district.
New Packard Plant owner wants gallery to return Banksy mural
The Peru-based developer who bought the abandoned Packard Plant in Detroit wants a local art gallery to return a now-famous Banksy mural that was excavated from the ruins amid controversy in May 2010.