Cindy Burton

Project 2025 is bad. Its successor, Project Esther, plans for the Rapture. | Opinion A new plan from the publishers of Project 2025 say they're fighting antisemitism. Here's what's really going on.

@freep.com Opinion Editor Nancy Kaffer’s look at the Esther Project. www.freep.com/story/opinio...

US Sen. Cory Booker reads Detroit Free Press story in marathon speech: 'I love the city' In a speech that surpassed 24 hours, Cory Booker read a column from Detroit Free Press personal finance columnist Susan Tompor. Here's what he said.

Another work honor is being Susan Tompor’s editor @freep.com - she deserves the accolades and now her work is in the history books.

On a Mission to Heal Gila Monsters After years in Big Pharma, a chemist pivoted to help save the species that made Ozempic possible.

My #desertyouth was full of safety rules - freeze if you hear a certain rattling sound (yes, that snake); check shoe before slipping foot in (tiny scorpions are deadliest). Who knew the scariest-of-all Gila monster (very painful bite) would be the key to weight loss. Plus a #Michigan connection.

From the ashes of a Pasadena synagogue, a powerful discovery is made — Los Angeles Times The Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center burned down in the Eaton fire. But on a remaining wall, Mmembers discovered a hidden treasure.

Something very special survived the fire. apple.news/AgpG9JpvOSdy...

Toyota Crown Signia is my favorite car nobody’s buying A lot of buyers apparently look at the Toyota Crown Signia and see a station wagon, think “Griswolds!” and run.

One of my great work pleasures is editing Mark Phelan @freep.com. This column is free but please consider subscribing to support our journalism.

Here is a great source of data (maps and photos) for those looking to find info on homes impacted by #lafires recovery.lacounty.gov

LA's 140-year-old Christmas Tree Lane devastated by Eaton Fire The Eaton Fire has destroyed beloved Altadena businesses like Side Pie, Altadena Hardware and Fox's diner.

A lot of family connections, from great-grandparents to daughter No. 2, to Christmas Tree Lane and surrounding Altadena, Pasadena areas. So sad! www.sfgate.com/la/article/e...

Judge’s new book exposes secrets, deals of Detroit’s historic bankruptcy saga Former federal judge Gerald Rosen has written the first in-depth account by an insider participant in the city's 2013-14 bankruptcy.

Detroit Free Press reporter JC Reindl takes a look at a new book by a judge at the heart of the city’s historic bankruptcy. #detroitjournlism #localjournalism www.freep.com/story/money/...

A legacy worth farming for: Why Buckeye is about to lose most of the cropland it has left This story explores the intersection of farming, urban development, and sustainability in Buckeye, Arizona.

Hometown facing big changes. #envecon #agriecon inbuckeye.com/agriculture/...

6 independent metro Detroit bookstores to visit this holiday season All across Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park, indie bookstores are finding ways to open and stay open.

Book lovers rejoice. www.freep.com/story/news/l...

'Buy now, pay later': Worth the risk? The hidden details that shoppers should know Shoppers could too easily say 'why not?' to a chance to spread out payments for gifts or a fancy holiday dress. But take time to understand the costs.

Susan Tompor weights the good and the bad about "buy now, pay later" for holiday purchases. www.freep.com/story/money/...