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Former University of Michigan basketball captain leads groundbreaking for Detroit community center
Read full article: Former University of Michigan basketball captain leads groundbreaking for Detroit community centerWhat started with three people looking to improve a neighborhood and help young Detroiters find business opportunities is about to erect a multi-million dollar neighborhood center.
Crash closes all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster, Grand River in Oakland County
Read full article: Crash closes all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster, Grand River in Oakland CountyA crash has caused the closure of all lanes westbound of 8 Mile Road between Inkster and Grand River in Oakland County.
Final preparation for America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade presented by Gardner White in Detroit
Read full article: Final preparation for America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade presented by Gardner White in DetroitThe floats have moved into position along Woodward Wednesday, staged and ready for Thursday morning, and hundreds of people came out Wednesday to get a good look and start their holiday a bit early.
WB I-94 from I-75 to I-96 in Detroit closed this weekend for bridge beam setting
Read full article: WB I-94 from I-75 to I-96 in Detroit closed this weekend for bridge beam settingMichigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) crews will be setting steel bridge beams on the Grand River overpass above I-94 this weekend, if the weather cooperates.
One killed, one injured in overnight shooting in Northwest Detroit
Read full article: One killed, one injured in overnight shooting in Northwest DetroitDetroit police tell Local 4 that they are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in the area of Grand River and Telegraph early Monday morning.
Livingston County crews work to keep roads clear as wet, heavy snow continues to fall
Read full article: Livingston County crews work to keep roads clear as wet, heavy snow continues to fallA winter storm warning is in effect through Thursday (Feb. 3), and snow is continuously falling and building up across Metro Detroit.
3 dead after shooting on I-96 in Detroit
Read full article: 3 dead after shooting on I-96 in DetroitDETROIT – Michigan State Police are investigating a deadly freeway shooting on I-96 Express near Schaefer Highway and Grand River Avenue in Detroit. UPDATE: 3 dead after shooting on I-96 in Detroit: What we knowState police shut down both the eastbound and westbound express lanes of the freeway for several hours before reopening just before 4 a.m. Tuesday. Police said they started receiving reports of two cars shooting at each other on the freeway just after 10 p.m. Monday. A female in the vehicle was also shot and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. AdPolice are looking for a motive behind the shooting and interviewing witnesses,Stay with Local 4 as more information becomes available.
2 women shot and injured inside Mercedes party bus in Detroit
Read full article: 2 women shot and injured inside Mercedes party bus in DetroitPolice say the two women were taken to a hospital afterward and listed in serious condition. DETROIT – Two women were injured in a double shooting that happened around 2 a.m. Sunday in the area of Grand River and Livernois, police say. The two victims, a 30-year-old and 35-year-old, were in a black Mercedes Sprinter Van when an unknown person fired shots at both from outside of the party bus. Police say the two women were taken to a hospital afterward and listed in serious condition. Anyone with information is asked to call Detroit police at 313-596-5240.
A Look at Michigan’s largest lottery wins
Read full article: A Look at Michigan’s largest lottery winsNOVI, Mich. – When someone comes forward to claim the $1 billion Mega Millions prize, they will make history in Michigan. The winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Novi at the Kroger on Grand River Avenue and Beck Road. Before Friday’s win, the highest winner was in 2012 when Donald Lawson won $337 million playing Powerball. Under Michigan law, the winner of a multi-state lottery -- like Mega Millions -- has to identify themselves when they win. If the winner knows they’re a winner, the rest of the world will soon know too.
Novi Kroger shoppers abuzz over $1 billion winning Mega Millions ticket
Read full article: Novi Kroger shoppers abuzz over $1 billion winning Mega Millions ticketNOVI, Mich. – Buzz at a Novi Kroger grew Saturday as news spread of the store’s sale of the winning $1 billion Mega Millions ticket. It could’ve been anyone in the country, but the $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot is going to someone who likely lives by the Kroger located near the intersection of Grand River Avenue and Beck Road. The Mega Millions top prize had been growing since Sept. 15. “I think I would donate a lot of it,” said one Kroger shopper. I’d help people in need.”The odds of winning a Mega Millions jackpot are one in 302.5 million.
$1 billion Mega Millions winning ticket sold at Novi Kroger
Read full article: $1 billion Mega Millions winning ticket sold at Novi KrogerNOVI, Mich. – Everyone is talking about one of the largest lottery jackpots in history -- and someone in Metro Detroit is the winner. The winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Novi at the Kroger on Grand River Avenue and Beck Road. The lucky player’s winning ticket matched all numbers drawn Friday night, they are 04-26-42-50-60 and the Mega Ball is 24. “I would definitely take multiple payments,” said Emma Putti. We reached out to Kroger and a spokesperson released the following statement: “Kroger congratulates the individual who purchased a winning Mega Millions lottery ticket at our location in Novi, Michigan.”Now the store also gets some money for selling the winning ticket.
Lottery player who purchased ticket at Kroger in Novi wins $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot
Read full article: Lottery player who purchased ticket at Kroger in Novi wins $1 billion Mega Millions jackpotDES MOINES, Iowa – Someone in Michigan bought the winning ticket for the $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot, which is the third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history. The winning ticket was purchased at a Kroger store in the Detroit suburb of Novi, the Michigan Lottery said. The Mega Millions top prize had been growing since Sept. 15, when a winning ticket was sold in Wisconsin. Friday night's drawing came just two days after a ticket sold in Maryland matched all six numbers drawn and won a $731.1 million Powerball jackpot. Three tickets for a $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot were sold in January 2016, and one winning ticket sold for a $1.537 billion Mega Millions jackpot in October 2018.
10-year-old critically injured in collision on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: 10-year-old critically injured in collision on Detroit’s west sideDETROIT – Police said two people are in critical condition after a Detroit collision that involved children. According to authorities, the collision happened at about 3:45 p.m. Friday when a 58-year-old woman driving a Chevrolet down Grand River Avenue attempted to pass a vehicle on the right, where she read-ended a Ford Escape near Southfield Road. The driver of the Ford is expected to be OK, but the driver of the Chevrolet was critically injured. Police said the Ford had two young children inside -- a 5-month-old, who is expected to be OK, and a 10-year-old who is in critical condition. More: Detroit crime news
3 people killed in shooting on West Boston in Detroit, including mother of 7
Read full article: 3 people killed in shooting on West Boston in Detroit, including mother of 7DETROIT – Three people were killed in an early Friday morning shooting on Detroit’s west side. It happened just before 2:30 a.m. at a home on West Boston Boulevard between Dexter and Broadstreet avenues. Two men and a woman were killed. My daughter has seven children from the ages of 2 to 17, and now she dead,” said Fletcher’s mother. “Any with informations regarding this crime is encouraged to call Detroit Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.
Police investigating fatal three-vehicle crash in Downtown Detroit
Read full article: Police investigating fatal three-vehicle crash in Downtown DetroitDETROIT – Police are investigating a three-vehicle collision in Downtown Detroit that occurred Sunday. According to authorities, just after 5:30 p.m., a Jeep Wrangler, a Dodge Ram and a Buick collided in the intersection of Grand River and Cass avenues. Police said the driver of the Buick, a 60-year-old man, was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. A 13-year-old boy was also rushed to a hospital, but he is expected to survive. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.
Morning Briefing Dec. 1, 2020: Suspect killed after shooting at Detroit police precinct, bed capacity dwindling at some Michigan hospitals
Read full article: Morning Briefing Dec. 1, 2020: Suspect killed after shooting at Detroit police precinct, bed capacity dwindling at some Michigan hospitalsDetroit police said the same man opened fire on the Detroit Police Department’s 5th Precinct about 5:15 a.m. Tuesday. Trending 📈Bed capacity dwindling at some Michigan hospitals amid COVID surgeSeveral Michigan hospitals, including some in Metro Detroit, are seeing more and more beds filled as COVID-19 continues to surge in the state. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 360,449 as of Monday, including 9,134 deaths, state officials report. New COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to rise in Michigan. According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 5 million have recovered in the U.S., with more than 13.4 million cases reported across the country.
Here are some of the best places to go fishing in Michigan
Read full article: Here are some of the best places to go fishing in MichiganGrand Haven, St. Joe, and Ludington in western Michigan are top places to get in on the action. The Pere Marquette stretches 66 miles and is from Baldwin to Ludington on Lake Michigan. Lake Erie is 50 miles of the best walleye lake in the world, and one of the top smallmouth waters in the country. In northeast Michigan, Hubbard Lake has smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, lake trout, whitefish, yellow perch, suckers and gar. Located in northwest Michigan, Burt Lake is 26 square miles of water that is filled will walleye, smallmouth bass, pike and trout.
34-year-old Detroit woman killed in crash while speeding
Read full article: 34-year-old Detroit woman killed in crash while speedingDETROIT A 34-year-old woman Detroit woman died Saturday morning in a single vehicle crash, police say. On Saturday at around 3:45 a.m. police responded to the crash on I-96 westbound at Grand River in Detroit. Police say the driver was ejected from the vehicle and landed in the right middle lane. The woman was not using a seatbelt. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs are a factor in the crash.
Man wanted for robbery at Detroit gas station
Read full article: Man wanted for robbery at Detroit gas stationDETROIT The Detroit Police Department is seeking the publics assistance in locating a man wanted in connection to an armed robbery that happened on the citys west side. On Monday at around 11 a.m. the man approached the 40-year-old male victim at the Sunoco Gas Station located in the 12000 block of Grand River and announced a robbery. The man took jewelry, sunglasses and an unknown amount of money from the victim and escaped in a dark blue Dodge Caravan with a North Carolina plate number of EAT-9646. Police say the victim was not injured. Police say the man was last seen wearing a black Lacoste shirt with a white Lacoste emblem on the front, black jeans and armed.
Traffic Update: Lanes open on SB Southfield Freeway at Grand River after crash
Read full article: Traffic Update: Lanes open on SB Southfield Freeway at Grand River after crashDETROIT – A crash momentarily shut down the southbound lanes of M-39 (Southfield Freeway) at Grand River. At least one lane is back open allowing traffic to get by. The crash was reported at 2 a.m. No word on any injuries.
Core City gets a new restaurant: Magnet
Read full article: Core City gets a new restaurant: MagnetA new restaurant has opened up shop in the neighborhood. The fresh addition to Core City, called Magnet, is located at 4848 Grand River. Magnet specializes in simple dishes that consist of flatbreads, vegetables, meat, fish and sides. The new bar has made a good impression thus far, with a four-star rating out of eight reviews on Yelp. Magnet is now open at 4848 Grand River, so head on over to check it out.
Woodbridge gets a new bar: Magnet
Read full article: Woodbridge gets a new bar: MagnetA new bar has opened up shop in the neighborhood. The fresh addition to Woodbridge, called Magnet, is located at 4848 Grand River. Magnet specializes in "simple dishes" that consist of flatbreads, vegetables, meat, fish and sides. The new bar has made a good impression thus far, with a four-star rating out of eight reviews on Yelp. Magnet is now open at 4848 Grand River, so head on over to check it out.
TRAFFIC ALERT: SB Southfield Fwy closed at Grand River for crash
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: SB Southfield Fwy closed at Grand River for crashDETROIT - All southbound lanes of the Southfield Freeway are closed at Grand River for a car crash. The crash happened shortly after 2 a.m. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Detroit police searching for missing 13-year-old boy
Read full article: Detroit police searching for missing 13-year-old boyDetroit police are searching for a missing 13-year-old boy. Amaree Ship was last seen on Wednesday, September 11th around 6:30 p.m. leaving his home on Shiawassee Drive near Grand River and Telegraph. Police said the teen got into an argument with his sister before leaving the house. If you've sheen Amaree Ship, call Detroit police at 313-596-5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Detroit's Beacon Park announces fall schedule of events
Read full article: Detroit's Beacon Park announces fall schedule of eventsDETROIT - DTEs Beacon Park, located at Grand River and Cass Avenues in Detroit, will feature a variety of free, fun events to celebrate and enjoy the upcoming season. The fall series is presented by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by the Downtown Detroit Partnership. At Beacon Park, an installation that collectively celebrates Detroit as a design capital will be on display to the public for three weeks this fall. The party kicks-off one hour before the following games:Monday, Oct. 14, 7 11 p.m. Lions vs. Green Bay PackersSunday, Nov. 3, 3 8 p.m. Lions vs. Oakland RaidersSunday, Nov. 10, noon 5 p.m. Lions vs. Chicago BearsSunday, Dec 8, noon 5 p.m. Lions vs. Minnesota VikingsHalloween Family Fun DaySaturday, Oct. 26, 1 5 p.m. Visit DTEBeaconPark.com for more information and a full list of fall activities at DTEs Beacon Park.
Detroit's Beacon Park announces fall schedule of events
Read full article: Detroit's Beacon Park announces fall schedule of eventsDETROIT DTEs Beacon Park, located at Grand River and Cass Avenues in Detroit, will feature a variety of free, fun events to celebrate and enjoy the upcoming season. The fall series is presented by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by the Downtown Detroit Partnership. At Beacon Park, an installation that collectively celebrates Detroit as a design capital will be on display to the public for three weeks this fall. The party kicks-off one hour before the following games:Monday, Oct. 14, 7 11 p.m. Lions vs. Green Bay PackersSunday, Nov. 3, 3 8 p.m. Lions vs. Oakland RaidersSunday, Nov. 10, noon 5 p.m. Lions vs. Chicago BearsSunday, Dec 8, noon 5 p.m. Lions vs. Minnesota VikingsHalloween Family Fun DaySaturday, Oct. 26, 1 5 p.m. Visit DTEBeaconPark.com for more information and a full list of fall activities at DTEs Beacon Park.
MDOT: Westbound I-96 closed at Kensington Road in Livingston County due to multi-vehicle crash
Read full article: MDOT: Westbound I-96 closed at Kensington Road in Livingston County due to multi-vehicle crashLIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mich. - Westbound I-96 is closed at Kensington Road due to a multi-vehicle crash, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. HEADS UP-WB 96 near Kensington has multi-vehicle crashes! Avoid multi-mile back up. Exit WB 96 to Grand River or better yet, use WB M14 to NB 23 and big delays.- MDOT - Metro Detroit (@MDOT_MetroDet) July 16, 2019Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Northbound M-39 at Grand River on Detroit's west side reopens
Read full article: Northbound M-39 at Grand River on Detroit's west side reopensDETROIT - Northbound M-39 at Grand River in Detroit has reopened to traffic. The area closed Sunday morning after a crash. Local 4 captured footage from the scene. Multiple Michigan State Police cruisers were at the scene of the crash earlier. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Northbound M-39 closed at Grand River on Detroit's west side
Read full article: Northbound M-39 closed at Grand River on Detroit's west sideDETROIT - Northbound M-39 at Grand River is closed to traffic following a crash that happened Sunday morning. Local 4 captured footage from the scene. Multiple Michigan State Police cruisers were at the scene of the crash earlier. Check back for traffic updates and more information on the crash. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Body discovered this week identified as Michigan woman missing for months
Read full article: Body discovered this week identified as Michigan woman missing for monthsThe body was found by kayakers Tuesday in Onondaga Township. ONONDAGA TOWNSHIP, Mich. - A body discovered this week in the Grand River in Ingham County has been identified as a woman who's been missing for months. The sheriff's office says the woman was 22-year-old Savanna Jacklin of Battle Creek. The body was found by kayakers Tuesday in Onondaga Township. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
DDOT offers extra bus service for fireworks
Read full article: DDOT offers extra bus service for fireworksDETROIT – The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) will add extra bus service to several routes for the Target Fireworks on Monday, June 25 starting at 6 p.m. Outbound:via east on Grand River to left/north on Washington Blvd. Outbound:via east on Grand River to left/north on Washington Blvd. # 21 Grand RiverNo Detours# 23 HamiltonInbound:via regular to continue south on Cass to left/east on Grand River into RPTC. # 49 VernorNo Detours# 53 WoodwardInbound:via regular to right/west on Fisher Service Drive to left/south on Cass to right/east on Grand River into RPTC.