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Missing dog found dead in Detroit park, possibly shot in head
A Farmington Hills family dog was missing for a week, only to be found dead in a Detroit city park.
Duchess was adopted from the Detroit Animal Care and Control shelter in October of 2024. She was found dead in Rouge Park in Detroit on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Police say Northville Township man used Snapchat, bought 2-hour Uber to lure girl to his home
A Northville Township man was charged for allegedly luring a girl to his home using Snapchat and buying a two-hour Uber ride.
Detectives learned that Charles Willis, 22, contacted a 14-year-old girl on Snapchat on April 25, 2025. He reportedly arranged and paid for an Uber to bring the girl to his home. Authorities said she lives two hours away from his home.
Waterford restaurant engulfed in flames, crews battling blaze
Crews are working to put out a massive fire at a Waterford restaurant Thursday morning.
The Fork n’ Pint on Cass Elizabeth Road can be seen engulfed in flames just before 7 a.m. on May 1, 2025.
Michigan school district enacts ‘Away-for-the-Day’ device policy for 2025 school year
A Michigan school district is telling students that no more devices will be in class starting next school year.
Anchor Bay Schools calls it the “Away-for-the-Day” device policy, and some parents have told Local 4 that they have safety concerns about it.
We’re not just talking about phones; the district says students must turn off devices like smartwatches, personal laptops, and headphones.
Weather: Strong storms possible Thursday in Metro Detroit -- here’s when and where
Strong storms are possible Thursday in Metro Detroit as waves of rain continue across the area.