The Detroit News turns 150
On August 23, 1873, The Detroit News made its very humble and low-tech debut a few thousand copies of the paper rolled off a small printing press.
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On August 23, 1873, The Detroit News made its very humble and low-tech debut a few thousand copies of the paper rolled off a small printing press.
Between those first editions and today spans the rich history of Detroit and Michigan, from gritty river town to engine of the nation's economy.