J.B. Bickerstaff blasts free-throw disparity after Detroit Pistons’ Game 4 loss to Cleveland
Read full article: J.B. Bickerstaff blasts free-throw disparity after Detroit Pistons’ Game 4 loss to ClevelandDetroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff didn’t hold back after his team’s Game 4 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, calling out what he described as a “changed” whistle and a glaring free-throw disparity that he said was impossible to ignore.
From 4 points to tying a playoff record with a 39-point half, Donovan Mitchell flips Game 4 for Cavs
Read full article: From 4 points to tying a playoff record with a 39-point half, Donovan Mitchell flips Game 4 for CavsDonovan Mitchell had his worst first half in a playoff game since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in September 2022.
Donovan Mitchell explodes for 43 points as Cavs use third-quarter avalanche to crush Detroit Pistons
Read full article: Donovan Mitchell explodes for 43 points as Cavs use third-quarter avalanche to crush Detroit PistonsThe Cleveland Cavaliers extended their undefeated home playoff streak and evened the series behind a dominant third-quarter surge, defeating the Detroit Pistons 112-103 in Game 4 on Monday night.
Metro Detroit braces for overnight frost before rain arrives Tuesday
Read full article: Metro Detroit braces for overnight frost before rain arrives TuesdayMetro Detroit is in for another cold night, with frost and near freezing temperatures possible early Tuesday morning before a wetter pattern arrives Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Frost Advisory in effect for parts of SE Michigan overnight into Tuesday morning
Read full article: Frost Advisory in effect for parts of SE Michigan overnight into Tuesday morningThe Detroit National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw, Wayne, Livingston, Oakland, and Genesee counties from midnight tonight until 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Detroit man accused of killing punk rock singer in 1993 arrested in Panama after 30 years on the run
Read full article: Detroit man accused of killing punk rock singer in 1993 arrested in Panama after 30 years on the runRichard Werstine, accused of the 1993 murder of his roommate Rodney Barger in Detroit, was captured in Panama after evading authorities for over 30 years by using multiple aliases and false identities.
Suspect arrested after shopping cart fire outside SW Detroit grocery store
Read full article: Suspect arrested after shopping cart fire outside SW Detroit grocery storeA suspect is in custody after investigators say someone intentionally set shopping carts on fire outside E & L Supermercado in Southwest Detroit on Monday morning as employees prepared to open the store.
Spotty midweek showers give way to warmer days ahead in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Spotty midweek showers give way to warmer days ahead in Metro DetroitTuesday will start dry, with some sunshine, before rain arrives. Rain begins in the afternoon, and there could be a few rumbles of thunder along the way.
‘He was a ghost since ‘94’: Detroit murder suspect caught after 30 years on the run in Panama
Read full article: ‘He was a ghost since ‘94’: Detroit murder suspect caught after 30 years on the run in PanamaThe U.S. Marshals Service’s Detroit Fugitive Apprehension Team has arrested a Detroit man who they said had been on the run for more than 30 years after being accused of a 1993 murder.
Educational institutions issue statements regarding operations after significant water break in Oakland County
Read full article: Educational institutions issue statements regarding operations after significant water break in Oakland CountySome school districts are watching the situation, and other institutions are canceling in-person classes for Monday
Families celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch, surprises, special moments
Read full article: Families celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch, surprises, special momentsSunday’s sunshine set the perfect backdrop for Mother’s Day celebrations across the area, with families gathering to honor the women who give so much throughout the year.
Pistons fall to Cavaliers 116-109 in Game 3, still lead series 2-1
Read full article: Pistons fall to Cavaliers 116-109 in Game 3, still lead series 2-1The top-seeded Detroit Pistons fell 116-109 to the fourth-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Saturday at Rocket Arena.
From sunshine to storms: SE Michigan braces for Mother’s Day weekend weather shift with rain, gusty wind
Read full article: From sunshine to storms: SE Michigan braces for Mother’s Day weekend weather shift with rain, gusty windScattered rain and possibly strong storms will develop across southeast Michigan Saturday afternoon.
BCBSM, Michigan Medicine contract talks put thousands of patients at risk of coverage changes
Read full article: BCBSM, Michigan Medicine contract talks put thousands of patients at risk of coverage changesBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan says roughly 250,000 patients could face major changes to their coverage if a new contract with the University of Michigan Health is not reached by June 30.
Huntington Place arson suspect arrested after viewer tips police
Read full article: Huntington Place arson suspect arrested after viewer tips policeThe man accused of setting a fire inside Huntington Place has been arrested after a viewer recognized him from news coverage and alerted authorities, according to the Detroit Police Department.
Go 4 It: Spring yard projects spark push to stock Detroit tool libraries
Read full article: Go 4 It: Spring yard projects spark push to stock Detroit tool librariesSpring weather has many people tackling home and yard projects, and having the right tools can make all the difference. That’s why Local 4 is working to help stock Detroit’s community tool libraries with donations for our May Go 4 It event, “Tools to Spare.”
University of Michigan restores Canvas access after cybersecurity incident
Read full article: University of Michigan restores Canvas access after cybersecurity incidentA spokesperson for the University of Michigan said access to Canvas has been restored across all campuses following a cybersecurity incident involving Instructure, the company that provides the online learning platform.
Detroit lawn crews battle rising gas prices, adapt to survive
Read full article: Detroit lawn crews battle rising gas prices, adapt to surviveRising gas prices are hitting Detroit’s neighborhood lawn crews where it hurts — at the pump. With Metro Detroit averaging nearly $4.78 a gallon, some small business owners are adding more clients and routes to offset costs, while others have introduced fuel surcharges just to keep their operations running.
Ford, Carhartt unveil 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package at Michigan Central event
Read full article: Ford, Carhartt unveil 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package at Michigan Central eventMore than 500 skilled trades workers gathered at Michigan Central for an event highlighting a new partnership between Ford Motor Company and Carhartt, centered on supporting what organizers called the “essential economy.”
Detroit cop accused of using woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself pleads no contest
Read full article: Detroit cop accused of using woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself pleads no contestA Detroit police officer accused of using a woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself during a traffic stop has pleaded no contest.
Cade Cunningham credits Detroit Pistons’ focus, energy after Game 2 victory over Cleveland
Read full article: Cade Cunningham credits Detroit Pistons’ focus, energy after Game 2 victory over ClevelandCade Cunningham said the Detroit Pistons “set the tone” with a high-intensity effort in Game 2 as the two-time All-Star guard helped lead a 107-97 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, giving them a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
University of Michigan warns students after cyberattack involving Canvas platform
Read full article: University of Michigan warns students after cyberattack involving Canvas platformThe University of Michigan is warning students that their personal information may have been exposed following a cyberattack involving “Canvas”, an online platform widely used for coursework, grades, and class communication.
University of Michigan warns students after cyberattack involving Canvas platform
Read full article: University of Michigan warns students after cyberattack involving Canvas platformThe University of Michigan is warning students that their personal information may have been exposed following a cyberattack involving “Canvas”, an online platform widely used for coursework, grades, and class communication.
Daniss Jenkins credits Detroit Pistons defense, Cunningham’s ‘closer’ mentality, credits Harris for growth
Read full article: Daniss Jenkins credits Detroit Pistons defense, Cunningham’s ‘closer’ mentality, credits Harris for growthDetroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins credited the team’s defense and late-game execution after Thursday night’s 107-97 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers gave Detroit a commanding 2-0 series lead.
Woman accused of threatening Detroit judge, prosecutor, FBI in case linked to church leader
Read full article: Woman accused of threatening Detroit judge, prosecutor, FBI in case linked to church leaderA woman is accused of threatening to kill a Detroit federal judge, a prosecutor and an FBI agent connected to the prosecution of church leader David E. Taylor, 53. She also sent an email to Local 4, with references to the same judge.
Detroit nonprofit launches summer camp for teens with incarcerated parents
Read full article: Detroit nonprofit launches summer camp for teens with incarcerated parentsAbout 200,000 children in Michigan have a parent who is incarcerated, and in Detroit, nonprofits are working to make sure those young people don’t fall through the cracks.
A city in blue and green: How Detroit is turning NF awareness into action
Read full article: A city in blue and green: How Detroit is turning NF awareness into actionEach May, communities across the country recognize Neurofibromatosis (NF) Awareness Month -- a time dedicated to increasing understanding, visibility and support for those affected by the condition.
‘Michigan bleeds hockey’: Plymouth native Kirsten Simms reacts to Detroit PWHL franchise
Read full article: ‘Michigan bleeds hockey’: Plymouth native Kirsten Simms reacts to Detroit PWHL franchiseHockey star Kirsten Simms believes Detroit’s new Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise is more than just an expansion team; it’s a milestone moment for girls’ hockey in one of America’s most passionate hockey markets.
Frost Advisory remains in effect across parts of Metro Detroit as cold air lingers
Read full article: Frost Advisory remains in effect across parts of Metro Detroit as cold air lingersA Frost Advisory remains in effect overnight for parts of Metro Detroit, including Oakland, Livingston, Washtenaw, Lenawee, and St. Clair counties, as unseasonably cold air continues across southeast Michigan.
Detroit Public Schools celebrate student talent at annual fine arts concert, exhibition at Fox Theatre
Read full article: Detroit Public Schools celebrate student talent at annual fine arts concert, exhibition at Fox TheatreThe Fox Theatre was buzzing all day Wednesday with singers, dancers, a drum line, and all the big-show energy ahead of the 57th Annual Evening of Fine Arts, a concert and art exhibition featuring the best performers and visual artists from the Detroit Public Schools.
BIG3 announces 2026 season, Detroit Amplifiers to host games at Little Caesars Arena
Read full article: BIG3 announces 2026 season, Detroit Amplifiers to host games at Little Caesars ArenaThe BIG3 is set to tip off its ninth season this summer, bringing a high-stakes, condensed schedule and a pair of dates in Detroit for the Detroit Amplifiers.
Usher launches paid entertainment internship program ahead of Detroit tour stops
Read full article: Usher launches paid entertainment internship program ahead of Detroit tour stopsAs he prepares for multiple shows in Detroit this summer, Usher is launching a new paid internship program to help young people break into the entertainment industry.
Kirk Gibson Foundation teams up with Detroit Tigers for 2026 season fundraising effort
Read full article: Kirk Gibson Foundation teams up with Detroit Tigers for 2026 season fundraising effortThe Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s announced the Detroit Tigers will support its efforts during the 2026 regular season, with a portion of ticket sales benefiting the organization’s programs.
Detroit sports fans pack downtown as Pistons’ playoff run, Tigers game, and Cinco de Mayo collide
Read full article: Detroit sports fans pack downtown as Pistons’ playoff run, Tigers game, and Cinco de Mayo collideSports fans had plenty to cheer about Tuesday night as playoff basketball, regular-season baseball, and Cinco de Mayo celebrations filled downtown and southwest Detroit.
Rainy start, chilly finish: Metro Detroit sees showers, midweek frost potential ahead of warm weekend
Read full article: Rainy start, chilly finish: Metro Detroit sees showers, midweek frost potential ahead of warm weekendShowers continue in Monroe County but will finally end overnight. The next few days will all be pretty similar with temps below average in the upper 50s and a chance of showers from time to time across Metro Detroit.
Cade Cunningham scores 23, Tobias Harris has 20 to help Pistons beat Cavs 111-101 in Game 1
Read full article: Cade Cunningham scores 23, Tobias Harris has 20 to help Pistons beat Cavs 111-101 in Game 1Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round series.
Former Leland House tenants return to condemned downtown Detroit high-rise to retrieve belongings
Read full article: Former Leland House tenants return to condemned downtown Detroit high-rise to retrieve belongingsFormer tenants of the condemned Leland House high-rise in downtown Detroit began returning on Tuesday, for the first time in nearly six months, to collect belongings they were forced to leave behind after a December power failure led the city to deem the building unsafe.
From 70s to 50s: Cool, unsettled week ahead with gradual improvement in Metro Detroit
Read full article: From 70s to 50s: Cool, unsettled week ahead with gradual improvement in Metro DetroitScattered showers continue this afternoon and evening, especially south of I-94. Temperatures are about 15 to 20 degrees cooler than Monday, when we had highs in the mid-70s.
How tattoo event in Detroit supports mental health awareness
Read full article: How tattoo event in Detroit supports mental health awarenessMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. Thousands of people struggle with anxiety, depression, and addiction, but many still feel like they can’t talk about things like that.
‘Nobody was here’: Spirit Airlines’ shutdown leaves travelers stranded at Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: ‘Nobody was here’: Spirit Airlines’ shutdown leaves travelers stranded at Detroit Metro AirportHisben Tchibinda arrived at Detroit Metro Airport at 4:30 a.m. Monday for a flight he booked on Spirit Airlines, unaware the airline had shut down.
Here’s why Detroit Training Center students can’t take CDL skills tests
Read full article: Here’s why Detroit Training Center students can’t take CDL skills testsDespite what the CEO of the Detroit Training Center says, students still aren’t able to take their skills tests to become truck drivers, according to the Michigan Department of State.
How Detroit is using small grocery stores to fight food insecurity neighborhood by neighborhood
Read full article: How Detroit is using small grocery stores to fight food insecurity neighborhood by neighborhoodDetroit’s Green Grocer Program is helping local mini marts bring fresh, affordable food to neighborhoods in need.
Lathrup Village community leader taken into custody after Oakland County task force raid
Read full article: Lathrup Village community leader taken into custody after Oakland County task force raidA prominent Lathrup Village community leader was taken into custody on Monday after Oakland County investigators raided his home.
Detroit Pistons lock in head coach J.B. Bickerstaff ahead of Eastern Conference semifinals vs. Cavs
Read full article: Detroit Pistons lock in head coach J.B. Bickerstaff ahead of Eastern Conference semifinals vs. CavsThe Detroit Pistons have signed head coach J.B. Bickerstaff to a contract extension, president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon announced Monday.
Enjoy the sunshine now, as storm risk rises Monday evening in Metro Detroit, cooler temps follow Tuesday
Read full article: Enjoy the sunshine now, as storm risk rises Monday evening in Metro Detroit, cooler temps follow TuesdayAfter a beautiful start to the workweek, the chance of stormy weather increases as the evening progresses.
Detroit restaurants and businesses see boom amid Pistons playoff run
Read full article: Detroit restaurants and businesses see boom amid Pistons playoff runA huge win for the Pistons means a huge win for Detroit businesses, too. After the Pistons shut down the Magic on Sunday, restaurants were ready for the rush of it all.
Pistons top Magic in Game 7 for first playoff series win since 2008
Read full article: Pistons top Magic in Game 7 for first playoff series win since 2008The top-seeded Detroit Pistons defeated the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic in Game 7 at Little Caesars Arena to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Jefferson Avenue Presbyterian marks 100 years in Detroit’s Indian Village
Read full article: Jefferson Avenue Presbyterian marks 100 years in Detroit’s Indian VillageJefferson Avenue Presbyterian Church is celebrating a major milestone — 100 years in its historic building in Detroit’s Indian Village neighborhood.
‘No Warning’: Passengers, Flight Attendants Blindsided by Spirit Airlines’ Closure
Read full article: ‘No Warning’: Passengers, Flight Attendants Blindsided by Spirit Airlines’ ClosureFrom airline workers to passengers, the abrupt shutdown of Spirit Airlines left everyone Local 4 spoke with stunned and scrambling.
‘Heaven forbid a body gets found in there’: Michigan man laments rotting property next door
Read full article: ‘Heaven forbid a body gets found in there’: Michigan man laments rotting property next doorA Michigan man is fed up with the rental property next door, saying the owner has let it rot for 15 years and become a danger.
5 decades of basement flooding, but no record of sewer line -- A Michigan couple’s story
Read full article: 5 decades of basement flooding, but no record of sewer line -- A Michigan couple’s storyIt’s been five decades of basement flooding, and a Michigan couple said their city didn’t even have records of the sewer line.
Inside the numbers: How Detroit escaped elimination in Orlando with a stunning comeback
Read full article: Inside the numbers: How Detroit escaped elimination in Orlando with a stunning comebackThe Detroit Pistons pulled off a stunning comeback against the Orlando Magic in Game 6 of their playoff series.
Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff praises Detroit Pistons’ grit after 24-point rally forces Game 7
Read full article: Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff praises Detroit Pistons’ grit after 24-point rally forces Game 7Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff credited his team’s resilience after the Detroit Pistons erased a 24-point deficit on the road to defeat the Orlando Magic and force a decisive Game 7.
Pistons rally from 24 down to beat Magic 93-79 and force Game 7 after Orlando goes ice-cold
Read full article: Pistons rally from 24 down to beat Magic 93-79 and force Game 7 after Orlando goes ice-coldCade Cunningham scored 32 points and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons pulled off an incredible rally by erasing a 24-point deficit and beating the Orlando Magic 93-79 to force a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Detroit Pistons complete historic 24-point comeback to force Game 7 as Magic go ice cold in second half
Read full article: Detroit Pistons complete historic 24-point comeback to force Game 7 as Magic go ice cold in second halfThere have been 37 teams in NBA history to force a Game 7 after trailing 3-1 in a best-of-seven series, make that 38 as the Detroit Pistons overcame a 24-point deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 93-79 inside the Kia Center.
Cesar Chavez Mural in SW Detroit reconsidered after abuse allegations
Read full article: Cesar Chavez Mural in SW Detroit reconsidered after abuse allegationsAnyone who has driven past La SED’s headquarters on the corner of W. Vernor near Clark Park in southwest Detroit has seen it: A large, mosaic mural of the late Cesar Chavez, the co-founder of the United Farm Workers, who helped lead one of the biggest labor movements of the 20th Century.
Community demands answers after hate symbols found at Birmingham Elementary School celebration
Read full article: Community demands answers after hate symbols found at Birmingham Elementary School celebrationThe Jewish Federation of Detroit is set to meet with Birmingham Public Schools next week after antisemitic stickers were found at an elementary school during a multicultural night event.
Beep! Beep! Magic coach Jamahl Mosley's pregame media session interrupted by false alarms
Read full article: Beep! Beep! Magic coach Jamahl Mosley's pregame media session interrupted by false alarmsEvidently, the alarm system at Orlando’s Kia Center did not want to hear any talk about the Magic potentially going to a Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons.
‘You saved me’: Hero Detroit firefighter pulls woman from fiery wreck seconds after hearing screams
Read full article: ‘You saved me’: Hero Detroit firefighter pulls woman from fiery wreck seconds after hearing screamsIn frantic moments during a January crash and car fire, Detroit firefighter Donald Faulkner heard screams coming from inside a burning vehicle and rushed in to help.
Spirit Airlines faces possible shutdown, leaving travelers on edge at Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: Spirit Airlines faces possible shutdown, leaving travelers on edge at Detroit Metro AirportCheap flights could be at risk. Spirit Airlines, one of the most affordable carriers in the country, may be forced to shut down without a government bailout, raising serious questions about flights, fares, and jobs.