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Detroitโs Greektown gets $20M to redesign busy Monroe Street: Hereโs the plan
Read full article: Detroitโs Greektown gets $20M to redesign busy Monroe Street: Hereโs the planThe busy Monroe Street stretch in Detroitโs Greektown is a step closer to a major makeover thanks to new funding from the state of Michigan.
Gun rights advocates blasts calls for โGun-Free Zoneโ after violent weekend in Downtown Detroit
Read full article: Gun rights advocates blasts calls for โGun-Free Zoneโ after violent weekend in Downtown DetroitActivists gathered and spoke out against the potential of the gun-free zone in Greektown as they believe the retroactive move to combat recent hikes in violence gives them a cause for concern.
Greektown business owner reacts to recent violence, plans vigil for security guard who was killed
Read full article: Greektown business owner reacts to recent violence, plans vigil for security guard who was killedA Greektown business owner is reacting to the recent gun violence that has led to an increased police presence in the area.
Greektown shooting suspect also faces murder charge in death of Detroit man
Read full article: Greektown shooting suspect also faces murder charge in death of Detroit manA 19-year-old man who is facing charges in one of last weekendโs non-fatal Greektown shootings has also been charged with murder in a recent, but separate, case.
Vigil by family, friends honor security guard killed in Greektown violence
Read full article: Vigil by family, friends honor security guard killed in Greektown violenceAfter a string of violence in Downtown Detroit, the city is rolling out new plans to keep the streets safe this summer. The violence included a shooting in Greektown that took the life of a beloved security guard. Loved ones gathered outside the store for a vigil Thursday (April 20).
Hereโs how law enforcement, community leaders are teaming up to fight crime in Detroit
Read full article: Hereโs how law enforcement, community leaders are teaming up to fight crime in DetroitIt's called "One Detroit," and police, prosecutors, and religious leaders have come together to get the job done.
Man, woman arraigned on charges linked to murder of beloved security guard in Greektown
Read full article: Man, woman arraigned on charges linked to murder of beloved security guard in GreektownA man and a woman have been arraigned in connection with the death of a beloved security guard who was killed while working in Detroitโs Greektown.
City leaders, community groups, police considering options to address violence in Downtown Detroit
Read full article: City leaders, community groups, police considering options to address violence in Downtown DetroitSix shootings over the weekend in and around Greektown and the Riverfront have the City of Detroit exploring all options.
Man, woman charged after beloved security guard killed in Detroitโs Greektown
Read full article: Man, woman charged after beloved security guard killed in Detroitโs GreektownA man and a woman have been charged after a beloved security guard was killed over the weekend in Greektown, Detroit police said.
Grieving family mourns father killed in Greektown store during violent weekend in Detroit
Read full article: Grieving family mourns father killed in Greektown store during violent weekend in DetroitDaryll Straughter has been identified as the person killed in one of many shootings that occurred in Greektown over the weekend.
Detroit officials speak out on unprovoked shootings in Detroit that took place over the weekend
Read full article: Detroit officials speak out on unprovoked shootings in Detroit that took place over the weekendDespite already having a heavy police presence, it was not enough to prevent the fatal shootings that took place in Greektown. The Detroit Police Department spoke out on Monday saying they are fed up with the violence.
Suspect of Greektown shooting arrested, taken into custody in Ohio
Read full article: Suspect of Greektown shooting arrested, taken into custody in OhioDetroit Police Department announced on Tuesday that the suspect that was involved in a fatal shooting in Greektown last month has been taken into custody.
โWeirdโ pizza restaurant to open in Detroit where Ready Player One once was
Read full article: โWeirdโ pizza restaurant to open in Detroit where Ready Player One once wasA new, โweirdโ pizza restaurant is slated to open Monday in the Detroit space once occupied by the below-ground Ready Player One, the cityโs first real bar-arcade.
How City of Detroit played a significant role in fight to protect those who were still enslaved
Read full article: How City of Detroit played a significant role in fight to protect those who were still enslavedJuneteenth commemorates the announcement of emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865.This happened more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863.
2 of Wayne Countyโs top law enforcement officials address violence in Greektown
Read full article: 2 of Wayne Countyโs top law enforcement officials address violence in GreektownSeen in the video player above is two of the top law enforcement officers in Wayne County taking a stroll through Detroitโs Greektown Entertainment District.
Easter Sunday services bring hope as conflict continues around the world
Read full article: Easter Sunday services bring hope as conflict continues around the worldWith so much going on in the world right now, many Detroiters attending church services on Easter Sunday say they are reflecting and hopeful.
Why didnโt Michigan State Police troopers intervene during massive brawl in Greektown Casino?
Read full article: Why didnโt Michigan State Police troopers intervene during massive brawl in Greektown Casino?A brawl captured on camera inside Greektown Casino is raising questions about the response from police. Why did troopers hang back instead of trying to break up the fight?
Nightside Report Aug. 23, 2021: New Detroit police officer arrested after fight in Greektown hours after graduation, Families living at Renaissance Estates of Ecorse say theyโve seen an increase in vi
Read full article: Nightside Report Aug. 23, 2021: New Detroit police officer arrested after fight in Greektown hours after graduation, Families living at Renaissance Estates of Ecorse say theyโve seen an increase in viHere are tonight's top stories.
Detroit police chief concerned about video showing officer punching man in Greektown
Read full article: Detroit police chief concerned about video showing officer punching man in GreektownOn Monday, Detroit Interim Police Chief, James White, said he has serious concerns about a video showing officers assaulting a man over the weekend in Greektown.
Harper Woods man who used elaborate disguises to steal money from casino patrons sentenced on wire, identity fraud charges
Read full article: Harper Woods man who used elaborate disguises to steal money from casino patrons sentenced on wire, identity fraud chargesA Harper Woods man who is accused of using disguises and stealing nearly $100,000 from 10 casino patrons will be going to federal prison for four years.
Man has surprise encounter with woman days after his crutch was taken, used as weapon in Greektown fight
Read full article: Man has surprise encounter with woman days after his crutch was taken, used as weapon in Greektown fightA man who had his leg amputated due to a battle with Osteosarcoma experienced one night in Greektown that heโll never forget.
Detroit Police Department adds extra patrols in Greektown under new safety plan
Read full article: Detroit Police Department adds extra patrols in Greektown under new safety planGreektown was packed Friday night with people wanting to have some weekend fun, but more officers were out riding and walking around.
โDetroit party city, no moreโ -- Police unveil plan to curb street racing, violence
Read full article: โDetroit party city, no moreโ -- Police unveil plan to curb street racing, violenceInterim Detroit police chief James White warned dangerous drivers that police officers will pursue them and seize their vehicles too.
Detroit police to ramp up weekend presence, target drag racing under new summer safety plan
Read full article: Detroit police to ramp up weekend presence, target drag racing under new summer safety planPolice are preparing to ramp up their presence and efforts in Detroit this summer in response to a rise in unruly behavior and illegal drag racing.
Live stream: Detroit mayor, police unveil summer crowd control plan
Read full article: Live stream: Detroit mayor, police unveil summer crowd control planThe city of Detroit unveiled a new crowd control plan for the summer as the city begins to return to normal amid the pandemic, and after dealing with rowdiness and violence in recent weeks.
New plan to stop violence in Detroitโs Greektown neighborhood introduced
Read full article: New plan to stop violence in Detroitโs Greektown neighborhood introducedDetroit police are reviewing the social media posts, footage from police body cameras and surveillance cameras of the early Sunday morning incident.
Morning Briefing June 7, 2021: Former Michigan State basketball star Keith Appling charged with murder, Detroit police ask for peace in Greektown
Read full article: Morning Briefing June 7, 2021: Former Michigan State basketball star Keith Appling charged with murder, Detroit police ask for peace in GreektownHere are this morning's top stories.
Nightside Report June 6, 2021: Massive altercation captured on video in Greektown, Oakland County police issue scam alert, hot and humid Monday
Read full article: Nightside Report June 6, 2021: Massive altercation captured on video in Greektown, Oakland County police issue scam alert, hot and humid MondayHere are tonight's top stories.
Video of large brawl in Greektown goes viral, Detroit police investigating
Read full article: Video of large brawl in Greektown goes viral, Detroit police investigatingDetroit police said they are reviewing the social media posts, footage from police body cameras and surveillance cameras from the early Sunday morning incident.
Detroit police working to alleviate concerns after several fight videos go viral
Read full article: Detroit police working to alleviate concerns after several fight videos go viralAfter multiple fights in Greektown went viral on social media, Detroit interim police chief James White said theyโre working on potential solutions.
Nightside Report March 18, 2021: 2 people stabbed in large St. Patrickโs Day crowd in Greektown, First look at how Ford Field mass vaccination site plans are going
Read full article: Nightside Report March 18, 2021: 2 people stabbed in large St. Patrickโs Day crowd in Greektown, First look at how Ford Field mass vaccination site plans are going2 people stabbed in middle of large crowd on St. Patrick's Day night in Greektown2 people stabbed in large St. Patrickโs Day crowd in GreektownDETROIT โ Saint Patrickโs Day celebrations in Greektown turned violent Wednesday when two people were stabbed in the middle of a large crowd just as the bars were letting out. Detroit Police are looking for a man they said stabbed two men during a fight in Greektown. WATCH Local 4 News at 114 Fast FactsBe InformedFirst look at how Ford Field mass vaccination site plans are goingLocal 4 is getting a look at how the plan to vaccinate Michigan residents at Ford Field is going. Michigan residents can register for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. Judge denies request to dismiss charges against Rick Snyder in Flint water crisisA judge on rejected a request to dismiss misdemeanor charges against Rick Snyder Thursday in the Flint water crisis.
2 people stabbed in large St. Patrickโs Day crowd in Greektown
Read full article: 2 people stabbed in large St. Patrickโs Day crowd in GreektownDETROIT โ Saint Patrickโs Day celebrations in Greektown turned violent Wednesday when two people were stabbed in the middle of a large crowd just as the bars were letting out. Detroit Police are looking for a man they said stabbed two men during a fight in Greektown. โThere was a street brawl and one of the persons involved ended up stabbing one gentleman and another gentleman,โ said Captain Jevon Johnson, with Detroit Police. โWe had officers just one block away that made the scene right away,โ Johnson said. โWe were able to get them the medical attention that they needed.โAdThe video also showed a large crowd with many people not wearing masks nor practicing social distancing.
Detroit police cruiser hits 36-year-old pedestrian in Greektown
Read full article: Detroit police cruiser hits 36-year-old pedestrian in GreektownDETROIT โ A woman was struck by a Detroit police car in Greektown early Saturday morning. According to authorities, it happened at about 12:40 a.m. on Beaubien Street, near Monroe Street. Police said a 36-year-old woman was crossing the street when she was struck by officers. She was rushed to a hospital and is expected to be OK.Police said an investigation has been opened into the collision. MORE: Detroit news
Health officials identify Greektown as COVID-19 โhot spotโ in Detroit
Read full article: Health officials identify Greektown as COVID-19 โhot spotโ in DetroitDETROIT โ One of the most powerful weapons against coronavirus (COVID-19) is knowing where itโs being spread. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Michigan rose to 79,176 as of Tuesday, including 6,170 deaths, state officials reported. Detroitโs top health officials have identified Greektown as a major hot spot for spreading the virus. READ: Over 70 coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreaks recorded in Michigan in last week, health officials sayChief public health officer Denise Fair said the latest numbers of who is testing positive should get everyoneโs attention. Fair said sheโs seeing many people not socially distancing while in Greektown and not wearing masks.
Health officials identify Greektown as COVID-19 'hot spot' in Detroit
Read full article: Health officials identify Greektown as COVID-19 'hot spot' in DetroitHealth officials identify Greektown as COVID-19 'hot spot' in DetroitPublished: July 28, 2020, 6:12 pmDetroit health officials say people are visiting Detroit's Greektown amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic -- and they aren't following proper social distancing and mask guidelines.
Detroit musician uses pots, pans to become viral sensation
Read full article: Detroit musician uses pots, pans to become viral sensationDETROIT Hes known as the Greek Town Hot Box.' Deon Forrest is pretty popular, not just in Detroit, but all over. Forrest uses pots and pans and half of a stick. Forrest said, hes doing pretty well for himself now, but he has a dream, I want to be on stage with a rapper and singer. I want to change the world with this.And who can blame him, he already has the tools he needs.
Greektown shuts down streets, Detroit police pushing masks to prevent COVID-19 spread
Read full article: Greektown shuts down streets, Detroit police pushing masks to prevent COVID-19 spreadDETROIT โ Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases are surging in parts of the country and many outbreaks are being tied to restaurants and bars. On Friday night, one of Detroitโs most popular nightlife spots blocked off streets to traffic to make way for more social distancing. Patti Kukula with Delmar Kitchen and Bar in Greektown said the new effort is part of the Greektown Business Partnership Network. โWeโve been really learning how to socially distance and how to make sure everyone is wearing masks when theyโre inside,โ Kukula said. Earlier this week, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced heโs demanding all restaurants and bars enforce social distancing.
Greektown shuts down streets, Detroit police pushing masks to prevent COVID-19 spread
Read full article: Greektown shuts down streets, Detroit police pushing masks to prevent COVID-19 spreadGreektown shuts down streets, Detroit police pushing masks to prevent COVID-19 spreadPublished: June 26, 2020, 11:28 pmCoronavirus (COVID-19) cases are surging in parts of the country and many outbreaks are being tied to restaurants and bars.
Detroit police investigating Greektown arrest for use of excessive force
Read full article: Detroit police investigating Greektown arrest for use of excessive forceDETROIT Video of officers with the Detroit Police Department making an arrest in Greektown is being shared on social media. The video shows a woman being manhandled by a Detroit police officer. The officer is seen shoving another woman -- using an obscenity while knocking her to the ground. A spokesperson with the police department told Local 4 that they take all allegations of excessive force or misconduct very seriously. Police said told the woman arrested later bit one of the officers after she was taken into custody.
18 restaurants, bars reopen in Greektown with COVID-19 safety guidelines
Read full article: 18 restaurants, bars reopen in Greektown with COVID-19 safety guidelines18 restaurants, bars reopen in Greektown with COVID-19 safety guidelinesPublished: June 12, 2020, 4:13 pmRestaurants across Michigan have been reopening this week, but it hasnโt been an easy decision for some.
18 restaurants, bars reopen in Greektown with COVID-19 safety guidelines
Read full article: 18 restaurants, bars reopen in Greektown with COVID-19 safety guidelinesIn Greektown, 18 restaurants and bars have opened again with coronavirus (COVID-19) safety guidelines in place. Its just like opening a restaurant all over again, said Tasso Teftsis, co-owner of Astoria Pastry Shop and Red Smoke Barbecue. Astoria Pastry Shop reopened Friday, but Red Smoke Barbecue is open for carry-out only. Instead of 350 people tonight, well probably have around 100 people, said Spero Dionysopoulos, co-owner of Golden Fleece and Exodus. While most bars and restaurants in Greektown have reopened or are planning to do so this weekend, Five Guys and Wahlburgers remain closed.
19 Greektown bars, restaurants announce reopening amid coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: 19 Greektown bars, restaurants announce reopening amid coronavirus pandemicDETROIT โ The Greektown Neighborhood Partnership announced Wednesday that 19 bars and restaurants are planning to reopen this week as businesses being reopening around the state amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. June 9, 2020: Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 59,107; Death toll now at 5,698Michigan restaurants were allowed to begin reopening with restrictions on Monday as the stateโs COVID-19 spread slows. The Downtown Detroit businesses say all staff members will wear personal protective equipment and all patrons must wear masks and socially distance. โThe Greektown community is committed to the safety of our patrons while they enjoy our great local offerings," said Executive Director of Greektown Neighborhood Partnership Melanie Markowicz. Visit the Greektown Neighborhood Partnershipโs website here for more information.
Why one popular Detroit restaurant still hasnt reopened despite getting green light
Read full article: Why one popular Detroit restaurant still hasnt reopened despite getting green lightDETROIT Restaurants and bars across the state of Michigan finally got the green light to reopen this week, but one popular business in Detroit still hasnt opened its doors. Many residents were excited to be served, but for some businesses, it wasnt an easy decision. Well, we have had some challenges in calling our staff back to work, co-owner Stephanie Byrd said. Aside from the risks of working, Byrd said when they reopen some bartenders and servers might make less money than they do right now. The plan is to eventually reopen, but the business will start with limited hours and days to make sure it has the staff to keep everyone safe.
Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino Hotel
Read full article: Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPolice find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPublished: February 18, 2020, 5:09 pmDetroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities.
Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief says
Read full article: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysDETROIT โ Detroit police arrested two men after a high-powered weapon was found hidden behind an ice maker machine at the Greektown Casino Hotel, Chief James Craig said. Inside the bag was a high-powered weapon, often referred to as a โDraco" -- an AK-47 with a 30-round magazine, Craig said. They linked that person to a specific hotel room and took two young men into custody, Craig said. This was not the suspectsโ first visit to the hotel, according to authorities. He said this situation was an example of excellent police work, from Detroit officers to state troopers and hotel workers.
Detroit police chief: 2 arrested, weapon recovered at Greektown Casino Hotel
Read full article: Detroit police chief: 2 arrested, weapon recovered at Greektown Casino HotelDETROIT โ Detroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities. UPDATE: Ohio man charged days after weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel in DetroitRELATED: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysTwo young men were taken into custody, Detroit police Chief James Craig said. Officials found a high-powered weapon inside a bag at the casino and recovered the weapon, according to Craig. Several police cars were parked in front of the Greektown Hotel. Stay with Local 4 as we track this story.