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In 1914, Elsie Roxborough was born into a wealthy, Black family in Detroit. But when she died in 1949, her death certificate listed her as white. Her life was rich, curious and at times, troubled, all while attempting a sort of high-wire-act of living multiple lives, between cities and names and races.

Detroit broke ground on a greenway named for one of its most legendary citizens on Monday.The 27.5-mile bike and walkway is named for the late boxing…

Detroit loves its sports, and sometimes even loves the results. The new book City of Champions details pivotal Detroit sports moments spanning more than…

The clock is ticking on Joe Louis Arena.The Detroit Red Wings' final season at the Joe is down to just a handful of games. Next season finds them on the…