Daniel Mears

Detroit News photographer covering everything from the Detroit Lions to Detroit City Politics (both of which can be terrifying!)

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So Good! Rock on Roxy Cuss! https://t.co/FxU30uxfWN

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The annual pick tire rubber out of my hair takes place again on the mean streets of the downtown Detroit Grand Prix. Found some new angles this year but the paper isn't going to be too happy with the rental cost of that freighter.

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I remember when i use to cover the Nude Mile or the Jobbie Nooner. That being said, you'll find more useful information with videos, galleries and story as well on the growth of our senior population at The Detroit News story at https://t.co/fwecIGLG35

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@BradGalli @detroitnews @detnews_sports Great running into you !

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Had a quick 26 hour visit to the NCAA Final in Indy and the opportunity to see the Wolverines battle for the 69-63 historic victory over UConn. Check out more pics, stories and more to come at https://t.co/G0blKIkvwC

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Detroit Tigers fill Comerica Park for a 4-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in the home opener.

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Demonstrators attend a "No Kings" protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's administration policies on the National Mall in front of the Capital in Washington, D.C. on March 28, 2026.

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Never go against Bill Murray, obviously, as the Spartans fall to Connecticut 67-63 to end their run in the NCAA tournament. Put on the maize and blue, Michigan is still in the game and look unbeatable, opps, knock on wood.

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Louisville-check
Next up-Uconn, here we go!

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Michigan economy takes a hit as Canadian visits plummet amid Trump's barbs. https://t.co/ZyQ491fYJl

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When Michigan State’s Coen Carr heads to the hoop, both teams stand back and enjoy the show! Jeremy Fears Jr. drives around the Ohio State defense in the 66-60 Spartan victory on February 22, 2026.

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RIP
Jesse Jackson during a 'sit in' at the Michigan capital rotunda over 'Right to Work' in Lansing, Michigan on December 11, 2012.

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Catholic High School League finals tonight with the Titans beating the Shamrocks in a tight game and Lumen Christi winning over St. Mary's. More at https://t.co/WztQR9PEDK

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Michigan State University wins a big win over 5th ranked Illinois, 85-82, in overtime at the Breslin center. Big game by Jeremy Fears Jr., who led both teams with 26 points and 15 assists.

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Wolverines top Spartans 83-71 in a fierce game. Who knows, they might see each other again. Go Everyone One!

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It's hard to complain about your day when there are others who just hope to make it through the nite. Wesley Stewart, 60 watches television on one of 70 cots, with donated blankets, for men and women in from the extreme cold at Pope Francis Center gymnasium.

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Hahahaha, Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield get a ride in a Jeep Rubicon over various terrains and obstacles during a tour of the Detroit Auto Show.

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Actor & activist Jane Fonda visits Detroit to speak on living wages and economic justice at a press conference at Yum Village on January 9, 2026. Oh and she is 88, geez, you go girl!

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Northwestern’s Tre Singleton is apparently impressed as well with MSU's Cam Ward's basket in the 76-66 Spartan victory at the Breslin Center.

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Spartans destroy the Trojans 80-51 with some pretty intense play on both ends of the court.