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Detroit Electric brand is back with plans to build cars globally Video included

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"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said the CEO of North American Operations for the electric car company.
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How Candice Glover won 'American Idol' Video included

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The third time's the charm for Candice Glover on "American Idol. The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist  won the Fox singing competition after auditioning a trio of times and making it to the finals this year. More>>

Casting call for those looking to earn a GED

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Filmmaker Tracey Wilson is looking for three people who would like to receive their GED and be featured in his documentary film "Rize: Detroit City." More>>

Michigan native left Wall Street to make spirits in Ferndale Video included

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Valentine Distilling is winning national awards for its smooth and delicious spirits. The metro Detroit company says their approach is simple, and it's catching on. More>>

Zachary Quinto, Chris Pine talk 'Star Trek,' friendship Video included

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Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto were friends before they teamed up to play Mr. Spock and Captain Kirk in the latest 'Star Trek' series of films. More>>

'Star Trek's' leading lady Zoe Saldana is back Video included

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The whole cast is back for the latest installment of J.J. Abrams' 'Star Trek Into Darkness,' including Zoe Saldana. More>>

Benedict Cumberbatch fills the villain role in latest 'Star Trek' film Video included

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You may know him best from his role on the BBC's hit drama "Sherlock." But after this weekend, you'll know Benedict Cumberbatch as the latest in a long line of Star Trek villains. More>>

Chris Brown's scary curbside art irks LA neighbors

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Grammy-winning musician Chris Brown's neighbors are unhappy with what some are calling frightening art he's chosen to have painted along the curb of his Hollywood Hills home. More>>

Leonardo DiCaprio takes on Fitzgerald's Jay Gatsby Video included

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It's a movie role taken on five other times. Now, it's Leonardo DiCaprio's turn to play Jay Gatsby, the protagonist of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 novel 'The Great Gatsby.' More>>

Eric Benet in Detroit to perform at Ford Freedom Awards Video included

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Grammy Award-nominated singer and songwriter Eric Benet will perform at the 15th annual Ford Freedom Award Program on Friday at the Max M. Fisher Music Center. More>>

Complete list: 2013 Palace Sports & Entertainment summer concert series Video included

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From seven sold out Kid Rock shows at DTE Energy Music Theatre to fun at Meadow Brook Music Festival, the 2013 Summer Concert Series is packed with acts and events.
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Kate Upton goes 'Vogue,' covering its June issue

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Kate Upton has gone from a Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue cover model to the front page of Vogue. More>>

'American Idol' auditions coming to Detroit's Ford Field July 21

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"American Idol" is returning to the Motor City. Judges for the Fox talent competition will hold auditions for Season 13 at Ford Field on July 21, according to a post on the show's website. More>>

Randy Jackson leaving 'American Idol' Video included

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Jackson out. Randy Jackson, the lone remaining original "American Idol" judge, won't be returning to the Fox talent competition next season. More>>

Maguire draws 'Gatsby' inspiration from book, not '74 film Video included

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Tobey Maguire plays Nicholas Carraway in the latest rendition of the classic novel, 'The Great Gatsby.' More>>

Thomas interview: Baz Luhrmann on his vision behind 'Gatsby' Video included

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He brought you the visual spectacle behind 'Romeo & Juliet' and 'Moulin Rouge.' Now, Baz Luhrmann combines his signature bright lights and colors with the intimacy of the classic novel 'The Great Gatsby.' More>>

Allee Willis, Tyree Guyton meet over lunch at a Detroit junkyard Video included

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He is an artist known for The Heidelberg Project, and she wrote some of the biggest dance and soundtrack hits of all time.  Tuesday, they met in an unlikely place. More>>

Chris Kelly, of rap duo Kris Kross, dies in Ga.

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Chris Kelly, half of the 1990s kid rap duo Kris Kross who made one of the decade's most memorable songs with the frenetic "Jump," died at an Atlanta hospital on Wednesday. More>>

Summer box office packed with superheroes Video included

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It's the summer of superheroes! There are five movies coming out this year that are superhero-driven. More>>

Metro Times Blowout to take over Detroit, Hamtramck, Ferndale Video included

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Catch the area's largest collection of local bands during the Metro Times Blowout, beginning today in Detroit. More>>

Ann Arbor theater company works on 'Shrek the Musical'

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When many school theater departments are struggling to stay alive, a high school theater company in Ann Arbor has the opportunity to workshop the Broadway show, 'Shrek,' before anyone else. More>>

New AMC series 'Low Winter Sun' set and shot in Detroit Video included

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The state is still in the business of giving incentives to Hollywood, and Hollywood is using them.  AMC is red hot, and the network has accepted $7.5 million in credits to film a new crime drama set in Detroit. More>>

Lee Thomas Preview: 'Oblivion'

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'Oblivion' is a 2013 American science fiction film co-written, produced and directed by Joseph Kosinski and based on his unpublished graphic novel of the same name edited by Radical Comics.It stars Tom More>>

Salvation through song in the city of Detroit Video included

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In a building along the Detroit River a group of men have found harmony. But it's more than sound, it's life at the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center. More>>

Casting call for young actor in Gosling's 'How to Catch a Monster'

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A big Hollywood production in metro Detroit is looking for a little star.  Ryan Gosling's "How to Catch a Monster" will start shooting in early May and the movie is holding an open casting call for the character of Frankie. More>>

Dr. Ben Carson speaks to Detroit students on education Video included

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Dr. Benjamin Carson returned to his hometown of Detroit on Friday to speak to students on using education to overcome obstacles in their lives. More>>

Made in America Roadshow heads to Novi this weekend Video included

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The Made in America Roadshow is taking place this weekend at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Jay Towers has a preview of what's in store. More>>

Eva Mendes to Alan Lee: Write me a singing role! Video included

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Eva Mendes plans to be in metro Detroit soon and she has a message for her longtime fan and author Alan Lee: write me a singing role! More>>

'Counting Cars' premieres Tuesday at 9 p.m. Video included

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Danny Koker from 'Counting Cars' talks with Jason Carr about the show and Koker's love for Detroit city. More>>

AP critic remembers colleague, friend Roger Ebert

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There was the prodigious mind, of course: the voluminous knowledge of film and the incisive way he could cut to the heart of what made a movie work, or not. More>>

YouTube star 'Kid President', real president meet at Oval Office

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"Kid President" is an adorable internet star with a big message -- make the world awesome.  Recently, nine-year-old Robby Novack got to meet the real commander-in-chief. More>>

Will 'The Evil Dead' live up to the original? Video included

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A remake of Sam Raimi's 1981 classic 'The Evil Dead' hits theaters this weekend. But will it live up to the high standards fans of the franchise have come to expect? More>>

Urban wore T-shirt from Detroit designer on 'American Idol'

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Did you notice what Keith Urban wore during Motown Week on "American Idol"?  The judge had on a T-shirt last week that said "Detroit Vs. Everybody". More>>

'The Sapphires' follows quartets unlikely journey Video included

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The new film 'The Sapphires' follows an Australian Aboriginal soul quartet on their unlikely journey to perform for troops during the Vietnam War. More>>

Help Nick & Jess in 'New Girl' online game

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Fans of 'New Girl,' the hit FOX comedy, can help the show's stars on their first date in a new online game. More>>

Who loves Michigan more? Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz jockey for position Video included

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Stars Mindy Kaling and Ike Barin have each spent time in Michigan. Watch as the two jockey for position on who loves the mitten state more during this interview seen during FOX 2 Live at 11 on Thursday. More>>

Sound Off: What do you think of the military using the 'G.I. Joe' movie as a recruiting tool?

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Master Sergeant Mario Cardoza, USAF, sits down to explain how recruiters use movies like 'G.I. Joe' to help recruiting efforts. More>>

Kevin Bacon talks 'The Following' Video included

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Veteran actor Kevin Bacon is enjoying his run on television as the lead character in the hit FOX show 'The Following.' More>>

Thomas Interview: Nicolas Cage on 'The Croods' Video included

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Actor Nicolas Cage talks about his role in the new Dreamworks feature 'The Croods,' which opens nationwide on March 22. More>>

'Transformers 4' to be filmed in metro Detroit this spring

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The Michigan Film Office confirmed Wednesday that Transformers 4 will begin filming this spring around southeast Michigan after it was approved for a film incentive worth $20 million.
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'Drive' star Ryan Gosling spotted in Grosse Pointe Video included

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Hunky actor Ryan Gosling wants to make a movie in metro Detroit called "How to Catch a Monster," and to catch Gosling, you might want to try Grosse Pointe. More>>

Thomas interview: Steve Carell on 'The Incredible Burt Wonderstone' Video included

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Steve Carell stars in the new film that's all about magic. More>>

Thomas interview: Olivia Wilde on 'The Incredible Burt Wonderstone' Video included

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Olivia Wilde says she never expected to get the lead female role in Steve Carrell's latest comedy, 'The Incredible Burt Wonderstone.' More>>

'Oz' puts MM Picture Studios in Pontiac on the movie-making map

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With stunning visuals and a class story, 'Oz the Great and Powerful" is a game-changer for the biggest movie studio in Michigan. More>>

'Oz' stars share their favorite memories of metro Detroit Video included

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It took more than six months to film "Oz: The Great and Powerful", which gave stars lots of time to check out metro Detroit.  They shared some of their favorite memories of Michigan with us. More>>

'Idol Across America' passes through metro Detroit Video included

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The cross-country microphone relay known as 'Idol Across America' passed through metro Detroit Thursday as part of its two-week, 5,000-mile trek. More>>

Thomas interview: Sam Raimi on the 'Oz the Great and Powerful' Video included

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FOX 2's Lee Thomas sat down with the man responsible for bringing 'Oz the Great and Powerful' to Pontiac -- producer/director and Birmingham Groves graduate Sam Raimi. More>>

Uncle Kracker heads annual Downtown Hoedown lineup

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Country stars Jake Owen, Uncle Kracker, Joe Nichols and Craig Morgan will headline this summer's Downtown Hoedown on the grounds surrounding Comerica Park May 31 - June 2. More>>

Thomas interview: James Franco from 'Oz the Great and Powerful' Video included

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James Franco plays the lead in "Oz the Great and Powerful," the new Disney prequel of the classic Frank Baum book written in 1900. More>>

Thomas interview: Mila Kunis of 'Oz the Great and Powerful' Video included

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The cast of "Oz the Great and Powerful" spent six months filming in Pontiac. But when they weren't on set, they were busy falling in love with Detroit. More>>

Thomas interview: Michelle Williams of 'Oz the Great and Powerful'

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Actress Michelle Williams plays "Glinda the Good Witch." She sits down for an interview with Lee Thomas to talk about the film and spending 6-months in Michigan while it was made. More>>

Documentary about Detroit musician Rodriguez wins Oscar Video included

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A film called "Searching for Sugar Man" about a Detroit musician named Rodriguez won an Oscar.  The win came in the documentary category. More>>

Lee Thomas, Corey Hall make their Oscar picks Video included

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It will be a big night for 'Argo,' according to FOX 2's movie critics. Both believe the Ben Affleck-directed film will win the Oscar for Best Film Sunday night at the 85th Academy Awards in Los Angeles. More>>

'A Good Day to Die Hard' star Bruce Willis talks about happiness

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From 1988 to 2013, Die Hard fans are happy to see Bruce Willis back with "A Good Day to Die Hard" -- the fifth film in the franchise -- and this 57-year-old star seems happier than ever. More>>

Michelle Williams joins 'Fela!' tour in Detroit Video included

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Grammy winner and former member of Destiny's Child Michelle Williams is in town to perform in a run of the musical FELA! More>>

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