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A pit stop at Michigan's oldest bar, the New Hudson Inn

The New Hudson Inn is believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad.

Business

The divey New Hudson Inn in western Oakland County claims to be the oldest bar in the state, and it&#x27;s worth a visit for history buffs.The big picture: The neighborhood spot with a rich history dating <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="back to 1831" data-vars-click-url="https://www.newhudsoninn1831.com/" data-vars-content-id="ffef79f5-efbe-4a09-9d0f-322c380ecbd4" data-vars-headline="A pit stop at Michigan&#x27;s oldest bar, the New Hudson Inn" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.newhudsoninn1831.com/" target="_blank">back to 1831</a> is known for its burgers, jovial atmosphere and popularity with the biker crowd.

Michigan tops UConn to win NCAA title

The Wolverines used defense and transfers to secure their first title since 1989.

Sports

U-M survived a brawl with UConn Monday night, 69-63, to win the men&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="college basketball" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/04/03/michigan-arizona-final-four-2026-matchup-preview" data-vars-content-id="9a7afb30-8742-4856-b3b6-ac1b296c4ed2" data-vars-headline="Michigan tops UConn to win NCAA title" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/04/03/michigan-arizona-final-four-2026-matchup-preview" target="_self">college basketball</a> national championship.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the first Wolverines title since 1989, snapping a four-game losing streak in the title game.

Metro Detroit small businesses weigh in on economy

Confidence is falling among small-business owners, per a recent national survey.

Some Metro Detroit business owners are echoing the economic stress felt by entrepreneurs across the country.Driving the news: Confidence among American small-business owners fell for a second consecutive quarter, according to the recently released <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index" data-vars-click-url="https://www.uschamber.com/small-business/small-business-index-q1-2026" data-vars-content-id="3e70fab0-836b-47da-b649-189d083e546b" data-vars-headline="Metro Detroit small businesses weigh in on economy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.uschamber.com/small-business/small-business-index-q1-2026" target="_blank">U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index</a>.

What Metro Detroit homeowners do for a living

STEM and skilled trades workers have higher homeownership rates here than nationally.

Real Estate

Management and business professionals are most likely to own a home in the Detroit area, according to a National Association of Realtors analysis of Census Bureau data.The big picture: Homeownership occupation trends in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area diverge from the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="national pattern" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/30/homeownership-rate-job-occupation" data-vars-content-id="fb0d51db-90e9-49f1-92d4-c5396ae7790a" data-vars-headline="What Metro Detroit homeowners do for a living" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/30/homeownership-rate-job-occupation" target="_self">national pattern</a>, as we have higher overall rates of homeownership here among all the careers studied.

Michigan battles Arizona with title in sight

The No. 1 seeds face off in a high-stakes Final Four game Saturday night.

The Wolverines have rolled through the NCAA Tournament — but that could end on Saturday.Between the lines: No. 1 U-M (35-3) and No. 1 Arizona (36-2) are widely viewed as the two best teams left.

Cosm dome rises in downtown Detroit

A new immersive sports venue is coming together downtown ahead of a planned fall debut.

News

Detroit&#x27;s highly anticipated <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cosm venue" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/05/cosm-detroit-sports-dome-opening" data-vars-content-id="e74a80a2-92fd-4990-b2cc-38c2e33381a9" data-vars-headline="Cosm dome rises in downtown Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/05/cosm-detroit-sports-dome-opening" target="_self">Cosm venue</a> is quickly moving from construction site to something much closer to reality.Why it matters: The project promises a new kind of sports and entertainment experience in the heart of downtown, near pro stadiums and where a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="major streetscape overhaul" data-vars-click-url="https://modeldmedia.com/greektowns-monroe-streetscape-project-expands-walkways-improves-visibility/" data-vars-content-id="e74a80a2-92fd-4990-b2cc-38c2e33381a9" data-vars-headline="Cosm dome rises in downtown Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://modeldmedia.com/greektowns-monroe-streetscape-project-expands-walkways-improves-visibility/" target="_blank">major streetscape overhaul</a> is already underway in Greektown.

Sweet 16 sets up big night for Michigan teams

U-M and MSU play hours apart Friday with Elite Eight spots on the line.

March Madness hits full tilt Friday as the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Wolverines and Spartans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/20/um-michigan-state-ncaa-tournament-first-round-wins" data-vars-content-id="11aaa1d2-048d-4cd3-b904-8b411d31bc03" data-vars-headline="Sweet 16 sets up big night for Michigan teams" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/20/um-michigan-state-ncaa-tournament-first-round-wins" target="_self">Wolverines and Spartans</a> tip off within hours of each other in the men&#x27;s Sweet 16.Why it matters: The schedule sets up a rare, all-night stress test for fans across Metro Detroit — with both teams playing for a spot in the Elite Eight.

Tigers kick off 2026 season on the road

The home opener at Comerica Park is set for April 3.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Tigers&#x27;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/04/01/detroit-tigers-aim-for-playoff-return-in-2025" data-vars-content-id="076d226b-55a2-4052-9cc0-b527505a38ee" data-vars-headline="Tigers kick off 2026 season on the road" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/04/01/detroit-tigers-aim-for-playoff-return-in-2025" target="_self">The Tigers&#x27;</a> season starts Thursday at 4:10pm on the road against the San Diego Padres.Why it matters: Baseball is back, but you&#x27;ll have to wait until April 3 for the home opener at Comerica Park.

How to watch Tigers Opening Day (good luck)

Fans may not know how to watch until hours before first pitch in San Diego.

The Tigers&#x27; Opening Day is Thursday in San Diego — and the team&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="TV broadcast situation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/12/tigers-end-fanduel-sports-network-deal" data-vars-content-id="321dbdbf-d3b4-47b7-8101-e44574aa937d" data-vars-headline="How to watch Tigers Opening Day (good luck)" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/12/tigers-end-fanduel-sports-network-deal" target="_self">TV broadcast situation</a> is still in flux.Why it matters: Fans may not know exactly how to find the game until hours before first pitch at 4:10pm.

U-M, Michigan State roll into round 2

Both teams secured first-round wins and will play Saturday for a Sweet 16 spot.

U-M and Michigan State cruised Thursday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.Why it matters: March Madness is one-and-done, so any loss from here on out ends the season.

DCFC opens final Keyworth season Saturday

Le Rouge begin their last Keyworth season before moving to Corktown in 2027.

The final <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Detroit City FC" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/08/12/detroit-city-fc-s-new-stadium" data-vars-content-id="f5fbd715-fd91-46ed-b5ab-1407f032e808" data-vars-headline="DCFC opens final Keyworth season Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/08/12/detroit-city-fc-s-new-stadium" target="_self">Detroit City FC</a> season at Hamtramck&#x27;s Keyworth Stadium kicks off Saturday against Brooklyn FC.Why it matters: After a decade of packed stands and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="smoke-filled marches to Keyworth" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hourdetroit.com/sports-topics/dcfc-detroit-the-team-that-breaks-the-rules-and-wins-games/" data-vars-content-id="f5fbd715-fd91-46ed-b5ab-1407f032e808" data-vars-headline="DCFC opens final Keyworth season Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hourdetroit.com/sports-topics/dcfc-detroit-the-team-that-breaks-the-rules-and-wins-games/" target="_blank">smoke-filled marches to Keyworth</a>, the club is set to move in 2027 to its new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="15,000-seat stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/10/27/dcfc-stadium-deal-corktown-parking-soccer" data-vars-content-id="f5fbd715-fd91-46ed-b5ab-1407f032e808" data-vars-headline="DCFC opens final Keyworth season Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/10/27/dcfc-stadium-deal-corktown-parking-soccer" target="_self">15,000-seat stadium</a> on Michigan Avenue in Corktown.

Big Ten tournament tips off in Chicago

The Wolverines and Spartans won't play until Friday after earning triple byes.

College hoops fans get a taste of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="March Madness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/03/17/michigan-msu-march-madness" data-vars-content-id="bdbb9210-ff90-4f54-9498-6f1cad38132f" data-vars-headline="Big Ten tournament tips off in Chicago" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/03/17/michigan-msu-march-madness" target="_self">March Madness</a> this week with the Big Ten men&#x27;s basketball tournament in Chicago.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a chance for U-M and Michigan State — both locks for the NCAA Tournament — to build momentum for a deep postseason run.

Tigers' Benetti scores NBC "Sunday Night Baseball" job

The Detroit Tigers broadcaster will debut on NBC March 26.

Tigers broadcaster Jason Benetti <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="has been hired by NBC" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nbcsports.com/pressbox/press-releases/jason-benetti-joins-nbc-sports-as-play-by-play-voice-of-sunday-night-baseball-on-nbc-and-peacock" data-vars-content-id="6f180dae-38ed-4bd5-8873-e09886711c5c" data-vars-headline="Tigers&#x27; Benetti scores NBC &quot;Sunday Night Baseball&quot; job" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nbcsports.com/pressbox/press-releases/jason-benetti-joins-nbc-sports-as-play-by-play-voice-of-sunday-night-baseball-on-nbc-and-peacock" target="_blank">has been hired by NBC</a> to call &quot;Sunday Night Baseball&quot; primetime games this season.Why it matters: Benetti&#x27;s new national gig is further evidence that Detroit has one of the industry&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="top play-by-play voices" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2024/07/tigers-rocket-up-broadcaster-rankings-thanks-to-wonderful-jason-benetti.html" data-vars-content-id="6f180dae-38ed-4bd5-8873-e09886711c5c" data-vars-headline="Tigers&#x27; Benetti scores NBC &quot;Sunday Night Baseball&quot; job" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2024/07/tigers-rocket-up-broadcaster-rankings-thanks-to-wonderful-jason-benetti.html" target="_blank">top play-by-play voices</a>.

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