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Jim Schaefer
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Executive Editor, Detroit Free Press
Detroit
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Economy , Business , Politics
I don't cover politics, healthcare, or insurance.
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By Jim Schaefer Verified| Our Community Now
By Jim Schaefer Verified| Yahoo News Verified UAW International President Shawn Fain is expected to announce at 10 a.m. Friday an expansion of the union's strike against Detroit Three automakers which could include workers at Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant. Strikes started last Thursday at 11:59 p.m. During the first week, UAW members struck three facilities: Ford Michigan Assembly Plant (Final Assembly and Paint only) in Wayne, Stellantis Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio and General Motors Wentzville Assembly in Missouri.
By Jim Schaefer Verified| Detroit Free Press Verified Note: Originally published Sept. 23, 2012 Because of health issues, John McDowell couldn't leave Detroit for the ceremony in Washington, D.C., in June when the Montford Point Marines were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. He figured he'd get his in the mail. But his daughter Annie Taylor and his great-granddaughter Destiny Warren had a surprise for him Saturday when they wheeled him into a gymnasium at the Detroit Police training academy on the city's west side.
Company Info
Detroit Free Press
The Detroit Free Press is a historic daily newspaper based in Detroit, Michigan, and is recognized as one of the most widely circulated newspapers in the United States. Founded on May 5, 1831, it is Michigan’s oldest continuously operating newspaper and became the state’s first daily newspaper in 1835. The Free Press has a rich history, including significant contributions to Michigan’s statehood and notable Civil War coverage. The newspaper offers daily and Sunday print editions, providing local, national, and international news. It also features digital journalism with online articles and multimedia content. Historical issues from 1837 to 2025 are accessible through various digital archives. The Free Press has a long-standing tradition of specialized sections, including women’s reporting and columns by prominent figures. It operates under a joint agreement with the Detroit News, sharing printing and business operations while maintaining independent editorial teams.
Detroit, Michigan, United States
'+1 800-522-4700
Founded: 1831