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Officers suspended over Border Patrol calls

Two officers faced discipline after contacting federal immigration agents.

Immigration

DPD Sgt. Denise Wallet and officer James Corsi were <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="suspended" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-sergeant-officer-suspended-without-pay-contacting-border-patrol-during-traffic-stop" data-vars-content-id="9a28a5f4-6165-4783-a020-59c05b232c67" data-vars-headline="Officers suspended over Border Patrol calls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-sergeant-officer-suspended-without-pay-contacting-border-patrol-during-traffic-stop" target="_blank">suspended</a> in February for calling Customs and Border Protection for assistance during traffic stops, in apparent <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="violation of DPD policy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/30/how-detroit-police-limits-working-with-ice" data-vars-content-id="9a28a5f4-6165-4783-a020-59c05b232c67" data-vars-headline="Officers suspended over Border Patrol calls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/30/how-detroit-police-limits-working-with-ice" target="_self">violation of DPD policy</a> against coordinating with federal immigration officials.State of play: The two incidents led to the potential deportation of two people, per <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Free Press" data-vars-click-url="https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2026/02/13/detroit-police-suspended-immigration-officials-cbp-ice-customs-border-protection/88665857007/" data-vars-content-id="9a28a5f4-6165-4783-a020-59c05b232c67" data-vars-headline="Officers suspended over Border Patrol calls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2026/02/13/detroit-police-suspended-immigration-officials-cbp-ice-customs-border-protection/88665857007/" target="_blank">the Free Press</a>.

How to watch Tigers Opening Day (good luck)

Fans may not know how to watch until hours before first pitch in San Diego.

Sports

The Tigers&#x27; Opening Day is Thursday in San Diego — and the team&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="TV broadcast situation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/12/tigers-end-fanduel-sports-network-deal" data-vars-content-id="321dbdbf-d3b4-47b7-8101-e44574aa937d" data-vars-headline="How to watch Tigers Opening Day (good luck)" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/01/12/tigers-end-fanduel-sports-network-deal" target="_self">TV broadcast situation</a> is still in flux.Why it matters: Fans may not know exactly how to find the game until hours before first pitch at 4:10pm.

How Detroit police limits working with ICE

Memos show how police interact with federal immigration authorities and where limits lie.

Detroit police leaders say the department isn&#x27;t in the &quot;immigration business&quot; and mostly isn&#x27;t communicating with ICE.Why it matters: As immigration enforcement ramps up nationwide, some cities are navigating growing pressure from President Trump&#x27;s administration threatening funding cuts and legal action on those who publicly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="limit cooperation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.whitehouse.gov/videos/president-trump-delivers-remarks-to-the-detroit-economic-club/" data-vars-content-id="2df4d4fc-3d4e-4a49-808c-0b7cfa4510c7" data-vars-headline="How Detroit police limits working with ICE" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/videos/president-trump-delivers-remarks-to-the-detroit-economic-club/" target="_blank">limit cooperation</a> with ICE.

Detroit Packard Plant plan halted by new mayor's administration

City ends redevelopment talks to consider new options for Packard site.

Development

Mayor Mary Sheffield&#x27;s administration has canceled a redevelopment vision for part of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Packard Plant" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/12/01/packard-plant-redevelopment-housing-jobs-project" data-vars-content-id="9dd404fc-eb91-4bb1-80c6-7e10ef29e76d" data-vars-headline="Detroit Packard Plant plan halted by new mayor&#x27;s administration" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2025/12/01/packard-plant-redevelopment-housing-jobs-project" target="_self">the Packard Plant</a>, one of Detroit&#x27;s most notorious relics.State of play: A splashy December press conference featuring former Mayor Mike Duggan unveiled a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new plan" data-vars-click-url="https://packardpark.com/" data-vars-content-id="9dd404fc-eb91-4bb1-80c6-7e10ef29e76d" data-vars-headline="Detroit Packard Plant plan halted by new mayor&#x27;s administration" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://packardpark.com/" target="_blank">new plan</a> for housing and recreation on the languishing site.

Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom

A new spot called Spiedo with rotisserie meats and veggies is expected to open there.

Food and Drink

Brewery Jolly Pumpkin closed its Midtown taproom and pizzeria on Sunday, with a Mediterranean restaurant expected to replace it.State of play: The closure leaves a popular, retail-heavy block of Canfield Street without restaurants or bars for now.<ul><li>That is, until a new restaurant called <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spiedo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.spiedoa2.com/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.spiedoa2.com/" target="_blank">Spiedo</a> opens, offering rotisserie meats and grilled veggies, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Detroit News reports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/03/30/brad-greenhills-spiedo-concept-to-take-over-jolly-pumpkin-midtown/89388290007/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/03/30/brad-greenhills-spiedo-concept-to-take-over-jolly-pumpkin-midtown/89388290007/" target="_blank">Detroit News reports</a>.</li><li>This will be the second location for Ann Arbor&#x27;s Spiedo, started by Brad Greenhill, the chef behind Thai Corktown restaurant Takoi, and Michael Goldberg, per the News.</li><li>Motor City Brewing Works <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shut its doors" data-vars-click-url="https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2026/01/14/motor-city-brewing-detroit-close-beer-sales-slump-michigan/88176608007/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2026/01/14/motor-city-brewing-detroit-close-beer-sales-slump-michigan/88176608007/" target="_blank">shut its doors</a> across the street from Jolly Pumpkin last winter and Traffic Jam &amp; Snug <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="was a total loss" data-vars-click-url="https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2022/05/31/fire-rekindled-at-traffic-jam-snug-restaurant-in-detroits-midtown/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2022/05/31/fire-rekindled-at-traffic-jam-snug-restaurant-in-detroits-midtown/" target="_blank">was a total loss</a> after its 2022 fire.</li></ul>Catch up quick: Jolly Pumpkin, founded in 2004 and known for its sours, has <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="locations" data-vars-click-url="https://www.brewery.jollypumpkin.com/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.brewery.jollypumpkin.com/" target="_blank">locations</a> in Ann Arbor, Dexter, East Lansing and Traverse City.<ul><li>Its Grand Rapids taproom closed in 2024 and Royal Oak closed in 2023.</li><li>Jolly Pumpkin is part of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Northern United Brewing Co" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nubco.net/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nubco.net/" target="_blank">Northern United Brewing Co</a>., based in Dexter, while its restaurant operations are run by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mission Restaurant Group" data-vars-click-url="https://www.missionrestaurantgroup.com/our-brands" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.missionrestaurantgroup.com/our-brands" target="_blank">Mission Restaurant Group</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Crain&#x27;s reports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/cdb-jolly-pumpkin-detroit-closes-20260330/?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Newsletter-breaking-news-20260330&amp;utm_term=" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/cdb-jolly-pumpkin-detroit-closes-20260330/?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Newsletter-breaking-news-20260330&amp;utm_term=" target="_blank">Crain&#x27;s reports</a>.</li></ul>The big picture: The decades-long craft beer boom has been fading.<ul><li>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$28.8 billion nationwide industry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics-and-data/national-beer-stats/" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics-and-data/national-beer-stats/" target="_blank">$28.8 billion nationwide industry</a> faces a crisis as competition and waning interest lead to downsizing, mergers and closures, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Axios reported last year" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/09/craft-beer-production-closings-gabf" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/09/craft-beer-production-closings-gabf" target="_self">Axios reported last year</a>.</li></ul>The intrigue: Starting in 2023, Jolly Pumpkin <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shared a space" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2023/01/05/detroit-avalon-international-breads-closing" data-vars-content-id="f8562b9b-6c73-49a2-8d59-c7b278329fdd" data-vars-headline="Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2023/01/05/detroit-avalon-international-breads-closing" target="_self">shared a space</a> with 25-year-old Avalon International Breads, which moved its original cafe into the back of the restaurant.<ul><li>It&#x27;s unclear what&#x27;s next for the Avalon cafe. Axios requested comment.</li></ul>

Best Detroit patios for spring drinks, coffee

From rooftop views to cozy cafes, these Detroit patios are prepping for spring.

It&#x27;s the first day of spring, and we&#x27;re already craving that first patio beer.Why it matters: It&#x27;s been a long winter. We deserve a local drink out in the sunshine without wind or snow pummeling us.

Saffron De Twah trims hours, teases new cafe

Chef Omar Anani says rising costs are squeezing restaurants as he plans a new cafe concept.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Notable" data-vars-click-url="https://detroit.eater.com/2020/2/26/21154387/james-beard-awards-semifinalists-detroit-michigan-restaurants-chefs-bars-bakers" data-vars-content-id="abdb25d0-4eab-4081-8d03-24c13ec67bd5" data-vars-headline="Saffron De Twah trims hours, teases new cafe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://detroit.eater.com/2020/2/26/21154387/james-beard-awards-semifinalists-detroit-michigan-restaurants-chefs-bars-bakers" target="_blank">Notable</a> Moroccan restaurant Saffron De Twah has narrowed its hours to weekends while its founder works up a new cafe concept.Why it matters: The small restaurant on Gratiot Avenue isn&#x27;t sustainable in its current form, chef Omar Anani wrote in a letter to supporters last week while teasing several upcoming changes.

First sip: Decent vibes at east side coffee shop

The recently opened Decent Detroit cafe offers stellar baked goods and a relaxed vibe.

👋 Annalise here, with the latest installment of our series visiting cute <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Metro Detroit coffee shops" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/02/monday-coffee-club-dearborn-mediterranean-bagel-review" data-vars-content-id="b22d5480-cdd9-4ff8-94e9-2300cd595818" data-vars-headline="First sip: Decent vibes at east side coffee shop" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/03/02/monday-coffee-club-dearborn-mediterranean-bagel-review" target="_self">Metro Detroit coffee shops</a>.Dig in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Decent Detroit" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/decentdetroit/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="b22d5480-cdd9-4ff8-94e9-2300cd595818" data-vars-headline="First sip: Decent vibes at east side coffee shop" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/decentdetroit/?hl=en" target="_blank">Decent Detroit</a> opened in 2024 on the edge of Grosse Pointe Park near the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood.

First sip: Dearborn's Monday Coffee Club

A creamy Mediterranean bagel and roomy seating make this a strong work spot.

☕️ Joe here, with the second installment of our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="series checking out coffee shops" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/02/20/first-sip-dovetail-warren-coffee-shop-review" data-vars-content-id="173d6cb9-f63d-4f47-afbc-e3f45e02c302" data-vars-headline="First sip: Dearborn&#x27;s Monday Coffee Club" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2026/02/20/first-sip-dovetail-warren-coffee-shop-review" target="_self">series checking out coffee shops</a> around Metro Detroit.Dig in: I was in the Dearborn area last week while reporting in Romulus and stopped at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Monday Coffee Club" data-vars-click-url="https://mondaycoffeeclubmi.com/" data-vars-content-id="173d6cb9-f63d-4f47-afbc-e3f45e02c302" data-vars-headline="First sip: Dearborn&#x27;s Monday Coffee Club" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mondaycoffeeclubmi.com/" target="_blank">Monday Coffee Club</a> to write.

First sip: Good old strangeness at The Dovetail in Warren

Axios Detroit is visiting coffee shops around the region to find our faves.

👋 Annalise here! Joe and I will be trying out coffee shops across the region to see which have the best flavors, ambiance and conditions for remote work.First up, my visit to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Dovetail" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/thedovetaildetroit/" data-vars-content-id="0e693b86-ae1b-461a-8bf0-0d371e0963ca" data-vars-headline="First sip: Good old strangeness at The Dovetail in Warren" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/thedovetaildetroit/" target="_blank">The Dovetail</a>, a very chill, very odd cafe in Warren.

Fish fries kick off across metro Detroit

Local churches and halls start Friday fish fries for Lent this week.

Fish fry season is back! Ash Wednesday marked the start of Lent, when many Catholics abstain from eating meat on Fridays.The big picture: Most fish fries start this week and continue each Friday through either March 27 or Good Friday on April 3.

Dirty soda finally bubbles up in Metro Detroit

Utah's dirty soda trend is gaining traction in with shops and pop-ups.

Social media has exploded in the last couple of years with a drink trend long favored by the Latter-day Saint community: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dirty soda" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/pro/retail-deals/2022/11/23/dirty-soda-swig-nicole-tanner-private-equity" data-vars-content-id="18703504-9246-4f1d-94c8-eb9bff3923af" data-vars-headline="Dirty soda finally bubbles up in Metro Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/pro/retail-deals/2022/11/23/dirty-soda-swig-nicole-tanner-private-equity" target="_self">dirty soda</a>.State of play: Michigan has been slow to absorb the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dirty soda movement" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eater.com/23041658/dirty-soda-trend-tiktok-coffee-mate-creamer" data-vars-content-id="18703504-9246-4f1d-94c8-eb9bff3923af" data-vars-headline="Dirty soda finally bubbles up in Metro Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eater.com/23041658/dirty-soda-trend-tiktok-coffee-mate-creamer" target="_blank">dirty soda movement</a>, with few options available until recently.

Where to get Dubai chocolate coffee drinks

We found one cafe selling them in Detroit — but you can also DIY the flavor combo.

Starbucks <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="kicked off 2026" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/05/starbucks-menu-2026-dubai-chocolate-protein" data-vars-content-id="b209577e-9541-4b13-b42b-3ee847721fa4" data-vars-headline="Where to get Dubai chocolate coffee drinks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/05/starbucks-menu-2026-dubai-chocolate-protein" target="_self">kicked off 2026</a> by adding viral Dubai chocolate-inspired beverages to its menu — but the coffee giant isn&#x27;t the only option.Catch up quick: Dubai chocolate is a delectable flavor combo with pistachio, chocolate and crunchy <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="kataifi" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/viral-dubai-chocolate-bar/" data-vars-content-id="b209577e-9541-4b13-b42b-3ee847721fa4" data-vars-headline="Where to get Dubai chocolate coffee drinks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/viral-dubai-chocolate-bar/" target="_blank">kataifi</a>, or shredded pastry dough, that <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rose to prominence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tiktok.com/@averycyrus/video/7364504272228093227?lang=en" data-vars-content-id="b209577e-9541-4b13-b42b-3ee847721fa4" data-vars-headline="Where to get Dubai chocolate coffee drinks" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@averycyrus/video/7364504272228093227?lang=en" target="_blank">rose to prominence</a> in 2024.

Hidden shawarma gem inside One Woodward downtown

M&M Food Corner serves flavor-packed shawarma inside a tower off of Jefferson.

Annalise here with a downtown lunch option that&#x27;s been around a long time, but may not be on your radar.Dig in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="M&amp;M Food Corner" data-vars-click-url="https://www.yelp.com/biz/m-and-m-food-corner-detroit" data-vars-content-id="5d3aee88-8b93-4fb7-9840-dbc5090c9761" data-vars-headline="Hidden shawarma gem inside One Woodward downtown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/m-and-m-food-corner-detroit" target="_blank">M&amp;M Food Corner</a> serves up delectable shawarma, salads and smoothies from a counter hidden inside <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="One Woodward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.bedrockdetroit.com/property/one-woodward/" data-vars-content-id="5d3aee88-8b93-4fb7-9840-dbc5090c9761" data-vars-headline="Hidden shawarma gem inside One Woodward downtown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.bedrockdetroit.com/property/one-woodward/" target="_blank">One Woodward</a>, a tower overlooking the Detroit River.<ul><li>It&#x27;s been operating for around 20 years.</li></ul>The vibe: I&#x27;ve been twice and there&#x27;s always a line outside the small lunch stall.<ul><li>Its counter is stuffed with pastries and salads, while shelves on either side are stacked with snacks and drinks like a mini bodega.</li></ul>What to try: The flavor-packed chicken shawarma ($8) is the go-to, with a $6 salad if you&#x27;re really hungry.<ul><li>I also tried a cup of the chicken lemon rice soup ($4), which was good but not an instant classic like the shawarma.</li><li>Pro tip: Stock up on napkins.</li></ul>Stop by: M&amp;M&#x27;s hours are 11am-3pm Monday-Thursday, in a corner on the ground floor.<ul><li>Guests who don&#x27;t work in the building must go through the front entrance along Jefferson Avenue.</li></ul>

Food and Drink 🍽

Jolly Pumpkin closes Midtown taproom

Best Detroit patios for spring drinks, coffee

Saffron De Twah trims hours, teases new cafe

First sip: Decent vibes at east side coffee shop

First sip: Dearborn's Monday Coffee Club