USA TODAY Co. has executed a binding letter of intent with MediaNews Group to acquire The Detroit News. Founded in 1873, The Detroit News is an award-winning publication recognized for its strong journalism and digital presence. The Detroit News and the Detroit Free Press, which previously operated under a joint operating agreement that ended in December 2025, will continue to publish separately. The transaction will be financed with a combination of cash on hand and incremental debt financing from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo. The deal is expected to close at the end of the month, pending customary closing conditions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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