Benson

What I call “laughin’ and scratchin’, I’ve been doing a long time. I grew up in Chicago, and the long and winding road of radio brought me to Kalamazoo in January of ‘87. Had an awful lot of fun at one special radio station, next door, but like Tom Brady, let’s see what we can do here. Both my sons were born here. Michael lives here and is a long time Rocker listener, and David is now living the dream in Chicago, hoping to be a comedy writer. Proud to say they're my best friends.

I Had No Idea James Caan Played Football At Michigan State

James Caan was an acting giant, but how many folks knew he played football at Michigan State?

OTD: 1933, The First Baseball All-Star Game Was Played in Chicago, And Won By Babe Ruth

The game attracted not only the best of the best, but also a packed house of some 49,000 fans. The National Leaguers wore special uniforms that afternoon. The American League players word their home whites.

Detroit Red Wings, GM Yzerman Name Team’s Next Coach, No Stranger to Kalamazoo

"Derek has an impressive resume, particularly the work he's done with young players and prospects throughout his career. We're excited to have him leading the charge behind the Red Wings bench.

New Detroit Piston Rookies Get A Free Trip To Paris to Play Chicago Bulls

It was a big night for the Detroit Pistons at the NBA, having Jaden Ivey available when it came for them pick at number 5. Ivey wanted to play for the Pistons, so this appears to be a marriage made in heaven, so the speak. Then, trying to wade through a confusing three-team trade, the Pistons walked away with Jalen Duren from Memphis. That's the basketball news. But wait there's more.

Are You Kidding Me? Ohio State Wins Right To Trademark “THE”

Ohio State University, the pride of Columbus, Ohio, has won the right to trademark the word "the" ahead of its name, as in The Ohio State University.

Cord Cutters, Will You Pay $20 Per Month For Bally Sports Detroit?

All eyes in the sports and television businesses are on Detroit, as Sinclair Broadcasting soft launches a streaming service as Bally Sports Plus Detroit.

Rich With Negro League History, Hamtramck Ball Field Renovated

Hamtramck Stadium is one of only 12 remaining Negro League baseball stadiums, and only two, one in New Jersey and on is Birmingham were used longer. In 2012, the site was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

This Might Be A Great Weekend To Checkout The LPGA Tourney in Grand Rapids

With all the controversy going on on the men's side of professional golf, this is good opportunity to see some of the best female golfers in the world.

Just How Close Was Motown Legend Marvin Gaye To Becoming a Detroit Lion?

I just heard about Motown legend Marvin Gaye trying out for the Detroit Lions. I know he was Motown musical royalty, but football?

HGTV’s Bargain Block Shows Two Guys Rebuilding Detroit One House At A Time

Over the years we've seen a lot of blight and hopelessness when the topic of the City of Detroit is mentioned. Then along came Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas.