Cindy Burton
@cindylburton.bsky.social
Business editor at the Detroit Free Press. Iowa-born, Arizona-raised. I’m a Terp but my kids (and grandparents) are Wolverines. #usairforcevet #jurisdoctor
@freep.com Opinion Editor Nancy Kaffer’s look at the Esther Project. www.freep.com/story/opinio...
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.
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April 30, 2025 at 1:58 PM
@freep.com Opinion Editor Nancy Kaffer’s look at the Esther Project. www.freep.com/story/opinio...
Another work honor is being Susan Tompor’s editor @freep.com - she deserves the accolades and now her work is in the history books.
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.
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April 2, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Another work honor is being Susan Tompor’s editor @freep.com - she deserves the accolades and now her work is in the history books.
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.
On a Mission to Heal Gila Monsters
After years in Big Pharma, a chemist pivoted to help save the species that made Ozempic possible.
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February 16, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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.
Something very special survived the fire. apple.news/AgpG9JpvOSdy...
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.
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January 22, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Something very special survived the fire. apple.news/AgpG9JpvOSdy...
One of my great work pleasures is editing Mark Phelan @freep.com. This column is free but please consider subscribing to support our journalism.
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.
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January 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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
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January 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Here is a great source of data (maps and photos) for those looking to find info on homes impacted by #lafires recovery.lacounty.gov
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...
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.
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January 9, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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...
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/...
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.
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December 4, 2024 at 12:47 AM
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/...
Book lovers rejoice. www.freep.com/story/news/l...
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.
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November 23, 2024 at 3:22 AM
Book lovers rejoice. www.freep.com/story/news/l...
Susan Tompor weights the good and the bad about "buy now, pay later" for holiday purchases. www.freep.com/story/money/...
'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.
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November 21, 2024 at 5:16 PM
Susan Tompor weights the good and the bad about "buy now, pay later" for holiday purchases. www.freep.com/story/money/...