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Total articles 42

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  “There Is An Empty Chair”

  By Cynthia Burton Verified

  Dec. 19, 2023

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  Achievement center aims to help at-risk youth

  By Cynthia Burton, Cynthia Burton Verified

  Sep. 24, 2022

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  We're looking for Michigan's best places to work. Here's your chance to nominate one

  By Cynthia Burton Verified

  Apr. 18, 2021

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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.