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It wasn't pretty. But it was survive and advance, as Michigan held off pesky Montana for a sluggish 61-47 win to open the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. The Wolverines hadn't played a game since winning the Big Ten Tournament on March 3 in New York. Thursday's game in Wichita, Kansas was delayed about a half hour at the start because the previous game went long. It was delayed more than 10 minutes during the game when the scorers table lost power. But, ultimately, U-M delayed the end of its season. MORE
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MSU Interim President Engler privately worked to stall state Senate sexual assault bills

Michigan State University Interim President John Engler met with state senators in private to discuss legislation directed at preventing scandals like the Larry Nassar sexual assault at MSU. Engler's goal was to slow the process down, allowing "more time to examine the fiscal implications to the state some of the bills would have...," a university spokesperson said. MORE
► Engler wants settlement with Nassar victims 'before the semester's over'

End of an era nigh: Complete list of Michigan Toys 'R' Us, Babies 'R' Us stores closing

It is hard for the kid in us not to feel at least a little bit nostalgic and saddened with the recent announcement Toys 'R' Us will be shuttering its doors. More importantly, the move effects an estimated 33,000 employees working in nearly 700 stores across the nation. Thanks for the memories Geoffrey. MORE
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Ford plans big changes, adding trucks, SUVs to product line

Trucks and sport utility vehicles are where automakers generate their most vehicle sales profits. It's what consumers want. Ford announced Thursday it is prepared to give the people more of what they want with the addition of four new trucks and SUVs by 2020, along with a replacement of 75 percent of its current line. The automaker also plans to increase its lineup of hybrids. MORE
► Ford recalls 1.3M Fusion, Lincoln MKZs

Ebron is gone, so where do the Lions go from here?

It is fair to say that since Eric Ebron was drafted with the No. 10 pick in the 2014 NFL draft, the vast majority of Detroit Lions fans have, shall we say, not appreciated him. Well, now he's gone after the Lions saved $8.5 million by cutting him Wednesday. But now the question is: Where does the team go from here? General Manager Bob Quinn has a number of holes to fill this offseason, and his decision to release Detroit's starting tight end leaves another glaring void that will need to be addressed. MORE
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