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Local 4 Game of the Week: Macomb Dakota vs Utica Eisenhower
Read full article: Local 4 Game of the Week: Macomb Dakota vs Utica EisenhowerThis week’s Local 4 high school football Game of the Week is a matchup between two powerhouses for the Macomb Area Red Division Championship. The Utica Eisenhower Eagles will host the Macomb Dakota Cougars on Friday, Oct, 11, at 7 p.m.
Major funders bet big on rural America and ‘everyday democracy’
Read full article: Major funders bet big on rural America and ‘everyday democracy’The Trust for Civic Life — a collaborative of 15 grantmakers, mostly high-profile national funders — sees small, local groups as instruments of change — modern versions of the organizations that scholars from Alexis de Tocqueville to Robert Putnam have singled out as a distinguishing feature of American democracy.
Family demands accountability for NY police killing of 13-year-old boy. Police said he aimed BB gun
Read full article: Family demands accountability for NY police killing of 13-year-old boy. Police said he aimed BB gunRelatives of a 13-year-old boy who was shot and killed by police in central New York are demanding justice.
Video shows NY officer fatally shooting 13-year-old on ground. Police say he pointed a replica gun
Read full article: Video shows NY officer fatally shooting 13-year-old on ground. Police say he pointed a replica gunNewly released video shows an officer in upstate New York fatally shooting a 13-year-old boy who had been tackled to the ground after he ran from police while pointing a replica handgun.
New tools, resources help Michigan families combat summer hunger
Read full article: New tools, resources help Michigan families combat summer hungerA large percentage of Michigan’s children rely on school hours to get their only meals for the day. When schools close for the summer, roughly half of Michigan’s children face food insecurity.
Canada and U.S. ratchet up their cross-border rivalry to new heights in women's hockey world final
Read full article: Canada and U.S. ratchet up their cross-border rivalry to new heights in women's hockey world finalJust when it appeared the competitive gap was closing between women's hockey powers, the U.S. and Canada ratchet the bar even higher.
US and Canada win semifinals to set up 22nd gold-medal showdown at women's hockey championships
Read full article: US and Canada win semifinals to set up 22nd gold-medal showdown at women's hockey championshipsOne of women’s hockey’s fiercest and longest-running rivalries — United States versus Canada — is adding yet another chapter at the world championships.
Join these conversations on ClickOnDetroit: Ohio for eclipse? Best burger in Utica? How to protect pets from ticks
Read full article: Join these conversations on ClickOnDetroit: Ohio for eclipse? Best burger in Utica? How to protect pets from ticksRecommended conversations on ClickOnDetroit for April 3, 2024
Utica man arrested for 2 counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abuse material
Read full article: Utica man arrested for 2 counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abuse materialThe Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unite, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force has arrested Zane Taylor, 28, of Utica, for two counts of aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime.
Mother who helped family attack 2 Shelby Township officers in Utica receives assault charge
Read full article: Mother who helped family attack 2 Shelby Township officers in Utica receives assault chargeThe mother who helped her family assault two Shelby Township police officers at their Utica home has been charged.
Sterling Heights teen arrested for selling vape pens, THC products to high schoolers
Read full article: Sterling Heights teen arrested for selling vape pens, THC products to high schoolersA Sterling Heights teenager has been arrested for selling vape dispensers and THC products to high schoolers in the area.
Chef shows off southern fusion menu before hosting Detroit pop-ups this summer
Read full article: Chef shows off southern fusion menu before hosting Detroit pop-ups this summerThe chef and curator of Arrie Restaurant and Lounge joined Local 4 to show off some of the staples that’ll be in their pop-up menu this summer.
Teen rents house, throws illegal party in Macomb County, police say
Read full article: Teen rents house, throws illegal party in Macomb County, police sayA teenager is accused of temporarily renting a home in Macomb County last month and illegally throwing a house party, which was broken up by police officers.
Woman leads police on slow-speed chase in Utica
Read full article: Woman leads police on slow-speed chase in UticaIt was a bizarre scene that first started in a gas station parking lot, with the driver nearly running several people over. That driver then led Utica police on a chase and, at one point, started ramming their patrol cars.
Some Utica residents should continue to boil water: Here’s why
Read full article: Some Utica residents should continue to boil water: Here’s whyAlthough the Great Lakes Water Authority has removed the City of Utica from the boil water advisory, a portion of Utica still receives its water from Shelby Township, which is still under the boil water advisory.
Boil water advisory continues for several Metro Detroit communities after water main break
Read full article: Boil water advisory continues for several Metro Detroit communities after water main breakA precautionary boil water notice was issued for 7 communities after a water main break caused a loss of pressure Saturday morning.
Map of where 935,000 Metro Detroiters are impacted by leak in GLWA’s largest water main
Read full article: Map of where 935,000 Metro Detroiters are impacted by leak in GLWA’s largest water mainA precautionary boil water notice was issued for 23 communities after a water main break caused a loss of pressure Saturday morning.
Utica police search for witnesses after suspected serial flasher charged with indecent exposure
Read full article: Utica police search for witnesses after suspected serial flasher charged with indecent exposureInvestigators in Utica are trying to find people who have been victimized by a man exposing himself to people on a trail.
Liver transplant recipient throws first pitch at Jimmy John’s Field in Utica
Read full article: Liver transplant recipient throws first pitch at Jimmy John’s Field in UticaA special moment Friday night at Jimmy John’s Field as a local liver transplant patient and his donor threw out the first pitch at tonight’s baseball game.
Utica detective suspended, investigation opened after altercation with two men goes viral
Read full article: Utica detective suspended, investigation opened after altercation with two men goes viralA video that shows an altercation between a Utica detective and two men has gone viral since it was posted Wednesday (Feb. 9) night.
JJ the Field General is ready for Opening Day at Jimmy John’s Field
Read full article: JJ the Field General is ready for Opening Day at Jimmy John’s FieldMetro Detroit’s United Shore Professional Baseball League (USPBL) is kicking off their season Friday at Jimmy John’s Field, and JJ the Field General is ready to show off his skills.
Metro Detroit soldier surprises siblings at school in heartwarming homecoming
Read full article: Metro Detroit soldier surprises siblings at school in heartwarming homecomingA soldier from Metro Detroit has returned home from Europe for the first time in two years, and decided to surprise her siblings while they were at school.
Morning Briefing Feb. 11, 2022: Utica detective suspended following viral video; Day 5 of US-Canada border trucker blockade
Read full article: Morning Briefing Feb. 11, 2022: Utica detective suspended following viral video; Day 5 of US-Canada border trucker blockadeHere are this morning's top stories.
Utica detective suspended, investigation opened after altercation with two men goes viral
Read full article: Utica detective suspended, investigation opened after altercation with two men goes viralA video that shows an altercation between a Utica detective and two men has gone viral since it was posted Wednesday (Feb. 9) night.
Video: Elementary students help with Macomb County teacher’s proposal
Read full article: Video: Elementary students help with Macomb County teacher’s proposalWhen planning his proposal to his girlfriend, the boyfriend of a Macomb County teacher solicited some helping hands -- several little helping hands.
Utica police search for man accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of electronics
Read full article: Utica police search for man accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of electronicsUtica police are searching for a man accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of electronics, they said.
Utica school bus driver charged with drunk driving after crashing with students on bus
Read full article: Utica school bus driver charged with drunk driving after crashing with students on busA 48-year-old Utica school bus driver is facing several charges after police say her bus crashed with dozens of students onboard.
Utica school bus driver faces drunk driving charges after crashing with students onboard
Read full article: Utica school bus driver faces drunk driving charges after crashing with students onboardA Utica school bus driver was arraigned on drunk driving charges Monday after her bus crashed with dozens of students onboard.
‘We are very upset’: Family says child was injured when Utica school bus crashed
Read full article: ‘We are very upset’: Family says child was injured when Utica school bus crashedPolice said a Utica Community Schools bus driver was arrested on Tuesday after her bus was found off the road where it struck a street sign.
Police: Utica bus driver crashes with 30-40 students onboard; suspected of being drunk
Read full article: Police: Utica bus driver crashes with 30-40 students onboard; suspected of being drunkA Utica Community Schools bus driver was arrested Tuesday after her bus was found off the road where it struck a street sign in Sterling Heights.
‘Not too bad’: Nick Monacelli test drives Utica school bus amid driver shortage
Read full article: ‘Not too bad’: Nick Monacelli test drives Utica school bus amid driver shortageLocal 4′s Nick Monacelli teamed up with Utica Community Schools (UCS) to test drive one of their buses -- and he found that it wasn’t too difficult.
Utica police ask witnesses to come forward after man accused of peeping inside teen’s fitting room at Plato’s Closet
Read full article: Utica police ask witnesses to come forward after man accused of peeping inside teen’s fitting room at Plato’s ClosetPolice are looking for anyone who may have seen a man who is accused of using a cell phone to look into a teenager’s fitting room at a clothing store.
Man arrested, accused of using cellphone to peep inside teen’s fitting room at Plato’s Closet in Utica
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of using cellphone to peep inside teen’s fitting room at Plato’s Closet in UticaA man is facing charges after he allegedly slid a cellphone underneath the door of the changing room, taking a photo of a teenage girl trying on clothes at Plato’s Closet on Hall Road in Utica.
Morning Briefing Aug. 29, 2021: Warren City Council member charged with assault, impersonating officer, Hurricane Ida rapidly intensifies into dangerous Category 4, Biden says another attack likely, p
Read full article: Morning Briefing Aug. 29, 2021: Warren City Council member charged with assault, impersonating officer, Hurricane Ida rapidly intensifies into dangerous Category 4, Biden says another attack likely, pHere are this morning's top stories.
Construction on Utica’s main roads leads to rise in speeding on residential streets
Read full article: Construction on Utica’s main roads leads to rise in speeding on residential streets“We’re hoping this is going to be a short-term thing,” said Utica Police Department chief Sean Coady. “Maybe a week or so.”
Nightside Report March 19, 2021: Utica man charged with animal torture after video shows him throwing dog, New mandate calls for increased COVID testing of Michigan student athletes
Read full article: Nightside Report March 19, 2021: Utica man charged with animal torture after video shows him throwing dog, New mandate calls for increased COVID testing of Michigan student athletesUtica man charged with animal torture after video shows him throwing French bulldogDETROIT – A Utica man has been charged with animal torture after he was shown on video throwing an 11-month-old French bulldog through the air twice. 4 Fast FactsBe InformedNew mandate calls for increased COVID testing of Michigan student athletesThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is mandating COVID-19 testing for student athletes. The health department believes the latest spike in coronavirus cases might be related to the reopening of high school sports. AdMDHHS raises stadium capacity to 20% ahead of MLB Opening DayThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services raised stadium capacity Friday. There was already a lot of anticipation for the April 1 Opening Day game.
Utica man charged with animal torture after video shows him throwing French bulldog
Read full article: Utica man charged with animal torture after video shows him throwing French bulldogUTICA, Mich. – A Utica man has been charged with animal torture after he was shown on video throwing an 11-month-old French bulldog through the air twice. Police said once they found the dog they realized that she had been abused for much longer than they originally thought. The dog, Nugget, is expected to be OK.“Obviously it’s shocking once you see it. It’s shocking emotionally,” Sean Coady with the Utica Police Department said. Then it shows her owner storm after her, he comes into view and then he throws her again.
‘This guy is dangerous’ -- Police seek driver in Utica vehicular assault,
Read full article: ‘This guy is dangerous’ -- Police seek driver in Utica vehicular assault,UTICA, Mich. – Police are searching for a driver who nearly killed a person after a fight at a Dave & Buster’s in Utica Wednesday night. Witnesses in the parking lot of the Dave & Buster’s captured a man behind the wheel of a white pickup slam into another man along the side of the building. Police said the hit-and-run started inside when the driver and the victim got into an argument after bumping into one another. AdOne of the images Utica police released of the driver has him with a woman, two children and an infant in a stroller. And hopefully I can solve this case and bring this guy justice.”Police said Dave & Buster’s is cooperating with them and that the event center’s management originally asked to two men to leave after the argument.
VIDEO: Utica police searching for man in connection with vehicular assault
Read full article: VIDEO: Utica police searching for man in connection with vehicular assaultUTICA, Mich. – Investigators in Utica are searching for a driver who nearly killed a person after a fight at Dave & Buster’s. One of the men told the other he would be waiting for him in the parking lot. Once outside, the suspect got into a pickup truck and drove straight at the other man, crashing and pinning him up against the restaurant’s brick wall. You can clearly see the driver accelerate and make a hard left turn, intentionally hitting and pinning the person against the wall. The woman who recorded the video can be heard screaming, “He hit them, he hit them!
Utica police release video of man suspected of burning garage down after stealing items
Read full article: Utica police release video of man suspected of burning garage down after stealing itemsUTICA, Mich. – A garage in Utica burned to the ground shortly after a man broke into the garage and stole bags filled with items. The incident was caught on surveillance video. The surveillance video isn’t completely clear, but it does show that the fire likely wasn’t an accident. Investigators said a man parked his car, walked down the road and broke into the garage on Feb. 18. Later the garage caught fire and burned down.
Utica Community Schools district says it is working to increase vaccine availability for staff
Read full article: Utica Community Schools district says it is working to increase vaccine availability for staffUTICA, Mich. – The Utica Community Schools (UCS) district said it is “leveraging partnerships” to increase the availability of vaccines to its staff while it moves toward more in-person instruction amid the coronavirus pandemic. Partnerships with the Sterling Heights Fire Department and Henry Ford Medical Center allow district staff additional opportunities to register to receive the vaccine, the district said in a news release Thursday. The district is also working with local pharmacies including Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Meijer and Kroger to increase availability of vaccines for staff. The remaining K-12 students are scheduled for an increase of in-person learning the week of March 15. Eligibility for district staff to receive COVID-19 vaccinations was opened on Jan. 11.
High schoolers in Utica Community Schools return to class amid pandemic
Read full article: High schoolers in Utica Community Schools return to class amid pandemicSTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – High school students within the Utica Community Schools district returned to in-person classes this week amid the COVID pandemic. We spoke to some of them in Sterling Heights to learn how the return is going -- watch the report above. Michigan high schools were allowed to resume in-person learning on Monday, Jan. 4 as a part of Michigan’s revised COVID-19 order issued before the holiday break in December. On Dec. 18, 2020, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued a revised version of the order, which will be in effect until Jan. 15. More: Return To School newsGetting vaccine in MacombFor Macomb County residents make a vaccination appointment, call 586-463-8777, Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.Online appointments can also be made at Macombgov.org/covidvaccine.
High school students return to in-person learning at Utica Community Schools
Read full article: High school students return to in-person learning at Utica Community SchoolsUTICA, Mich. – Here’s a look at what students and teachers should expect when returning to in-person learning at high schools within the Utica Community Schools district. Watch the video above. Michigan high schools were allowed to resume in-person learning on Monday, Jan. 4 as a part of Michigan’s revised COVID-19 order issued before the holiday break in December. On Dec. 18, 2020, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued a revised version of the order, which will be in effect until Jan. 15. More: Return To School newsGetting vaccine in MacombFor Macomb County residents make a vaccination appointment, call 586-463-8777, Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.Online appointments can also be made at Macombgov.org/covidvaccine.
Eisenhower High School choir students perform Christmas classic virtually
Read full article: Eisenhower High School choir students perform Christmas classic virtuallyUTICA, Mich. – A Macomb County high school isn’t letting the COVID-19 pandemic stop them from spreading Christmas cheer. Choir students from Eisenhower High School in Utica managed to perform a Christmas classic together virtually. “I kind of expected it because, you know, we weren’t going into second semester already,” senior Carson Dietz said. “I was pretty bummed because I wanted to sing a specific song this year.”It’s bittersweet for some of the senior choir students who are missing out on their annual Christmas concert. “I wanted to create something that at least kind of makes a memory for these kids,” Holt said.
Struggling Utica toy store finds success by thinking outside the box
Read full article: Struggling Utica toy store finds success by thinking outside the boxWith far fewer shoppers heading to malls this year, a toy store at Lakeside Mall decided to move their business elsewhere. The Toy Box opened a new store across the street from the mall -- but for the first few weeks it was open, they did not do so well. By adapting with the times and offering more personalized services amid the pandemic, however, the store owners were able to find success. Watch the full story in the video player above.
Utica Community Schools to continue with remote learning through mid-January
Read full article: Utica Community Schools to continue with remote learning through mid-JanuaryUTICA, Mich. – Utica Community Schools will continue to have students learn remotely through Jan. 15, 2021. School leaders hope to transition students back to classrooms beginning Jan. 19, 2021. “There are no easy answers, and we respect that the pandemic can be the source of strong opposing views. It is important we continue to work in partnership with respect and a commitment to our students,” Interim Superintendent Robert S. Monroe said. Michigan officials announced Sunday that in-person learning will be shut down for college and high school classes for three weeks due to COVID-19.
Michigan General Election Results for Utica on Nov. 3, 2020
Read full article: Michigan General Election Results for Utica on Nov. 3, 2020The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. (Note: Due to an increase in mail-in voting, clerks are expecting delayed results, up to multiple days. Live results: Michigan General Election Results for Nov. 3, 2020 Find Race ResultsFind more election results and news on the Decision 2020 page. 🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!
Vote 4 The Best: 14 Women-Owned Small Businesses in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Vote 4 The Best: 14 Women-Owned Small Businesses in Metro DetroitHere are a few businesses and organizations that were honorable mentions YOU nominated in our special Vote 4 The Best ‘Editors Pick’ edition. 14 women owned businesses in Metro Detroit:(The above were selected from nominations in Editors Pick, NOT from winners of the main V4TB contest. Editors Pick is different from our main Vote 4 The Best contest. Other Vote 4 The Best picksOur Sponsor -- We’d like to thank Wallside Windows for their longtime sponsorship of Vote 4 the Best and their support of southeast Michigan’s local businesses. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!
Utica Community Schools begins transition to in-person learning
Read full article: Utica Community Schools begins transition to in-person learningUTICA – The remote start to school has been tough for most parents, even more so for Kristin Rosales who has twin girls in first grade and a son in fifth grade. Rosales learned her district -- Utica Community Schools -- is bringing students back, starting with kindergarten, first grade and special education students. “I was very excited when we got the email today (Friday) that we are going to start with K-1 going back. Tim McAvoy from the school district said the district has a plan and is sticking to it. This phase also includes middle school athletics and starts next week.
Utica football opener canceled, team isolated after player exposed to COVID-19 outside of school
Read full article: Utica football opener canceled, team isolated after player exposed to COVID-19 outside of schoolUTICA, Mich. – After months of waiting and preparing for the season opener, the Utica High School football team’s first game was canceled after a player was exposed to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outside of school, officials said. Friday was supposed to be the season opener for the Utica Chieftains on their home turf. “We had high hopes this season was a go, and then a player got COVID-19,” quarterback Brett Berg said. It could happen to any player, person.”Since the team couldn’t practice, district officials had to cancel the season opener against L’anse Creuse North. That’s better than canceling the entire season.”Officials with the Michigan High School Athletic Association mandate 12 practices before the first game.
Metro Detroit priests baptism found invalid due to wrong wording
Read full article: Metro Detroit priests baptism found invalid due to wrong wordingUTICA, Mich. A Metro Detroit Catholic priest got an unwelcome and startling bit of news earlier this month. After emailing the question to one of his seminary instructors about the situation the word came back it was invalid. Because the deacon who did the baptism did not use the properly approved words the rest of the priests spiritual life has been deemed non-existent. But in a couple of weeks time the Archdiocese of Detroit saw to it that he received all the sacraments officially. Anyone concerned about their own personal situation is encouraged to contact the Archdiocese of Detroit.
Utica Community Schools offers virtual academy, remote learning to begin school year
Read full article: Utica Community Schools offers virtual academy, remote learning to begin school yearUTICA, Mich. – Utica Community Schools will be offering a remote classroom with the option to transition to in-person learning and a 100 percent online virtual academy. READ: More return to school coverageThe UCS Virtual Academy is a completely online program taught by UCS teachers. If a student in the virtual academy wants to return to the classroom, they will be assigned to the school in their attendance area. Class days at the virtual academy will follow traditional daily school schedules and calendar. Click here for more information about the virtual academy
Utica police officer speeds past innocent drivers to get between them, wrong-way driver
Read full article: Utica police officer speeds past innocent drivers to get between them, wrong-way driverUTICA, Mich. A quick-thinking Utica police officer put his safety on the line by cutting off innocent drivers to get in between them and a wrong-way driver. Officer Jack Currie responded to a wrong-way driver early Tuesday morning on Hall Road in Utica. He said he knew he had time to put himself between that driver and the innocent people heading toward him. Youre trying to intervene and come in between them.Dashcam video shows 20-year-old Lauren Kelsch didnt see the wrong-way driver heading toward her. I just wanted to thank the police officer, Kelsch said.
Utica schools opens registration for UCS Virtual Academy for limited time
Read full article: Utica schools opens registration for UCS Virtual Academy for limited timeUTICA, Mich. Families who want their Utica Community Schools students to return to school completely virtually can now register. The full virtual academy is offered through Utica Community Schools. The academy is completely online and open to families seeking a full virtual option for their children this fall. The UCS Virtual Academy will provide the high standards of quality instruction and support that our community expects and will be delivered by a UCS highly qualified teacher, Superintendent Dr. Christine Johns said. Officials said students who enroll in the academy will get a district-owned device.
Utica school superintendent announces retirement just before new school year
Read full article: Utica school superintendent announces retirement just before new school yearUTICA, Mich. – The superintendent of Utica Community Schools has announced she’s retiring this fall. “I’m 100% confident that we will do as good a job as is humanly possible under these circumstances,” said Utica School Board president Bob Ross. “I think it’s been time for a new leadership, so I’m looking forward to better collaboration with between the Association and the district,” said Utica Education Association president Liza Parkinson. “There was a tremendous amount of friction between the Utica Education Association and the superintendent,” Parkinson said. The school board said they’ll hire an interim superintendent for the upcoming 2020-21 school year while they begin a nationwide search for Johns’ replacement.
Vote for the best Reeses Krispy Kreme doughnut
Read full article: Vote for the best Reeses Krispy Kreme doughnutKrispy Kreme is bringing back its three Reeses doughnuts, and youll be the judge to determine which is the best. #KrispyKremeTry Classic, #Outrageous & #OriginalFilled Chocolate lovers now -> Aug 16! The Classic (Reeses Doughnut of the Year in 2017): Filled with Reeses Peanut Butter Kreme, dipped in Hersheys chocolate icing, topped with mini peanut butter chips and a drizzle of chocolate and Reeses peanut butter sauce. The Outrageous (Reeses Doughnut of the Year in 2018): An original glazed chocolate doughnut dipped in Hersheys chocolate icing, topped with Mini Reeses Pieces and a drizzle of salted caramel and Reeses peanut butter sauce. The Original Filled, Chocolate Lovers (Reeses Doughnut of the Year in 2019): A chocolate original glazed doughnut lled with Reeses Peanut Butter Kreme, dipped in Hersheys chocolate icing and topped with Reeses peanut butter sauce.
Man who allegedly punched Utica restaurant workers after asking him to wear a face mask arrested
Read full article: Man who allegedly punched Utica restaurant workers after asking him to wear a face mask arrestedUTICA, Mich. A suspect has been arrested following an altercation in Macomb County between restaurant staff and a customer after the customer was asked to wear a face covering. A man allegedly assaulted a manager and bartender at Black Rock Bar & Grill in Utica on July 10 after being asked to put on a face mask to comply with their coronavirus (COVID-19) safety protocols. The suspect in question entered the restaurant with a group of eight more people -- none of them complying with social distancing or face covering requirements, officials said. When the group headed to the bar, staff asked the group to return to the lobby and put on face masks. Most of the group complied, but one man became infuriated and began verbally assaulting the female staff members.
Watch Local 4 News at 11 -- July 21, 2020
Read full article: Watch Local 4 News at 11 -- July 21, 2020Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 11:Man punches workers at restaurant after being asked to put mask onPolice are investigating after a man assaulted two workers at Black Rock Bar & Grill in Utica on July 10. Officials said a group of nine people came into the restaurant that night and ignored all the coronavirus (COVID-19) protocols that it has in place.
Man punches workers at Macomb County restaurant after being asked to put mask on
Read full article: Man punches workers at Macomb County restaurant after being asked to put mask onUTICA, Mich. Police are investigating after a man assaulted two workers at Black Rock Bar & Grill in Utica on July 10. The group headed to the bar, four of them didnt have masks on and did not socially distance themselves. When they were told they could not be at the bar and asked to return to the lobby and put masks on, most complied. READ: Deputy fatally shoots Michigan man wanted for stabbing customer during mask argumentOne member of the group didnt comply and instead, became belligerent. The man is accused of punching that manager and a bartender when they asked him to leave after he repeatedly refused to put a mask on.
2 teens, grandmother hurt in freak incident involving art project, microwave parts in Utica
Read full article: 2 teens, grandmother hurt in freak incident involving art project, microwave parts in UticaUTICA, Mich. Two teenagers and a grandmother were rushed to nearby hospitals after a freak incident in Utica involving a woodworking art project and microwave parts. Utica police said the incident happened on the Fourth of July outside an apartment building near 21 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue. Utica police Chief Sean Coady said an 18-year-old man has extensive electrical burns to his lungs and is in a medically induced coma. In the Utica case, a father, his son and the sons girlfriend were using a transformer taken out of a microwave. His grandmother also ran over to help and was shocked, officials said.
Utica schools, Utica Education Association reach contract agreement
Read full article: Utica schools, Utica Education Association reach contract agreementUTICA, Mich. – On Monday a contract agreement was ratified between Utica Community Schools and the Utica Education Association. The new agreement with the 1,450 UCS teachers runs through June 30, 2022. The Director of School and Community Relations Tim McAvoy released the following statement:"Today, a contract agreement was ratified between Utica Community Schools (UCS) and the Utica Education Association (UEA). The new agreement with the 1,450 UCS teachers runs through June 30, 2022 and provides stability for the school district, allowing them to focus on the needs of their students. Across our community, teachers, staff members, and district leaders have embodied leadership and service in the midst of a very difficult time.
Utica Community Schools pass out laptops to students for remote learning
Read full article: Utica Community Schools pass out laptops to students for remote learningUTICA, Mich. – Remote learning has become the new norm for students as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues, and while there are many challenges associated with learning from home, Utica Community Schools have found a solution. A group of district workers loaned laptops to parents from Henry Ford II High School on Friday. But while it’s new for now, students will have to get used to remote learning. Utica Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Christine Johns said when school resumes, online learning could still be involved. “That’ possibly where we could be.”But for now, the laptops are key to helping students get through the current learning landscape.
Utica Community Schools pass out laptops to students for remote learning
Read full article: Utica Community Schools pass out laptops to students for remote learningUtica Community Schools pass out laptops to students for remote learningPublished: April 17, 2020, 5:44 pmRemote learning has become the new norm for students as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues, and while there are many challenges associated with learning from home, Utica Community Schools have found a solution.
Former Utica Eisenhower High School teacher arraigned on criminal sexual conduct charges
Read full article: Former Utica Eisenhower High School teacher arraigned on criminal sexual conduct chargesUTICA, Mich. – A longtime band director at Eisenhower High School in Utica was arraigned Thursday on child sexual abuse charges. Christopher Traskal, 42, is charged with one count of sexual abusive activity and one count of using a computer to commit a crime. READ: Ex-Utica Eisenhower High School band director charged with sex crimes against childrenHe is also accused of befriending a middle school student and sexually assaulting her when she was in high school. Utica Community Schools released this statement in October:“Our school district is following all district policies and procedures regarding personnel matters. The district does not publicly discuss personnel matters and works closely with law enforcement as part of any investigation.
Former Utica Eisenhower High School band director facing criminal sexual conduct charges
Read full article: Former Utica Eisenhower High School band director facing criminal sexual conduct chargesUTICA, Mich. – A longtime band director at Eisenhower High School in Utica has been charged with child sexual abuse. READ: Ex-Utica Eisenhower High School band director charged with sex crimes against childrenHe is also accused of befriending a middle school student and sexually assaulting her when she was in high school. He is facing two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Utica Community Schools released this statement in October:“Our school district is following all district policies and procedures regarding personnel matters. The district does not publicly discuss personnel matters and works closely with law enforcement as part of any investigation.
Utica school’s late decision to extend holiday break leaves parents scrambling to change plans
Read full article: Utica school’s late decision to extend holiday break leaves parents scrambling to change plansUTICA, Mich. – The recent announcement from the Utica Community Schools to extend Christmas break had a lot of people talking Wednesday. What about the parents that work and thought their kids would be in school on January 2 and 3? Now they have to scramble to find childcare for them.”A spokesperson for Utica Schools released this statement:“UCS continues to bargain in good faith with its teachers’ association. Working collaboratively, we mutually agreed to another component of the district calendar. An important factor that impacts the school calendar is a change in state law related to professional development days.
Ex-Utica Eisenhower High School band director charged with sex crimes against children
Read full article: Ex-Utica Eisenhower High School band director charged with sex crimes against childrenUTICA, Mich. – The former Eisenhower High School band director is charged with two different cases pertaining to inappropriate interactions with students, the Macomb County prosecutor announced Wednesday. According to Utica Community Schools, Traskal has worked for the school district for 18 years, including his most recent position as band teacher at Eisenhower High School. RELATED:Utica Community Schools released this statement in October:“Our school district is following all district policies and procedures regarding personnel matters. The district does not publicly discuss personnel matters and works closely with law enforcement as part of any investigation. During this transition, our assistant band director Ms. Lawanda Parker will serve as the band director and will teach his classes.
Utica police: Men stuff boxes with other items to steal from store
Read full article: Utica police: Men stuff boxes with other items to steal from storeUTICA, Mich. – Utica police are searching for two men who stole thousands of dollars’ worth of items from a store by stuffing them into other boxes before leaving, according to authorities. They stuff boxes with other items before leaving the store, police said. Anyone who can identify the men is asked to call Utica police at 586-731-2345. A man suspected of stealing items from a Utica store. (WDIV)A man suspected of stealing items from a Utica store.
This Week's 4Frenzy Game is Sterling Heights Stevenson v Utica Eisenhower
Read full article: This Week's 4Frenzy Game is Sterling Heights Stevenson v Utica EisenhowerFor the next 4Frenzy Game of the Week, Utica Eisenhower will be facing off Sterling Heights Stevenson tonight at 7 p.m. Utica could be a challenge for Sterling Heights Stevenson, as they are ranked No. In comparison, Sterling Heights Stevenson is ranked as No. Additionally, Sterling heights is in a 0-2 league, while Utica is 1-1. Who do you think will win? You can also nominate your favorite students and teachers in School Clubs and Organizations (dance, chess, robotics and more).
This Week's 4Frenzy Game is Sterling Heights Stevenson v Utica Eisenhower
Read full article: This Week's 4Frenzy Game is Sterling Heights Stevenson v Utica EisenhowerFor the next 4Frenzy Game of the Week, Utica Eisenhower will be facing off Sterling Heights Stevenson tonight at 7 p.m. Utica could be a challenge for Sterling Heights Stevenson, as they are ranked No. In comparison, Sterling Heights Stevenson is ranked as No. Additionally, Sterling heights is in a 0-2 league, while Utica is 1-1. Who do you think will win? You can also nominate your favorite students and teachers in School Clubs and Organizations (dance, chess, robotics and more).
Man steals woman's credit card from purse at Utica restaurant, goes on spending spree
Read full article: Man steals woman's credit card from purse at Utica restaurant, goes on spending spreeUTICA, Mich. - A man went on a spending spree with a woman's credit card after snatching it from her wallet Friday at a Utica restaurant. Security cameras caught the man reaching into a 62-year-old woman's purse multiple times before getting her wallet at the Black Rock Bar and Grill on Hall Road about 9 p.m. Afterward, the victim started getting spending alerts on her phone. Someone spent $833 at a Target store down the street and $3,033 at a nearby Home Depot. Police said the stolen card was used to buy gift cards that are flipped for cash.
Giant fundraising event planned in response to break-in at Dave & Busters in Utica
Read full article: Giant fundraising event planned in response to break-in at Dave & Busters in UticaUTICA, Mich. - People are calling the thief who broke into the Utica Dave & Busters last week and targeted a Make-A- Wish Foundation box heartless. A video features a man smashing into ATMs with a sledgehammer, and then trying to break into a Make- A-Wish donation box. Jonah Long is the general manager at the Dave & Busters location. He said 20 percent of all sales at Dave & Busters will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The fundraiser is Tuesday at the Dave & Busters in Utica from 4 to 7 p.m.
Thief smashes into Utica Dave & Buster's to steal money
Read full article: Thief smashes into Utica Dave & Buster's to steal moneyA "heartless" thief armed with a sledgehammer smashed his way into a Dave & Buster's in Utica to steal cash from ATMs and a Make-A-Wish donation box, police said. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
'Heartless' thief with sledgehammer smashes into Utica Dave & Buster's to steal money
Read full article: 'Heartless' thief with sledgehammer smashes into Utica Dave & Buster's to steal money(WDIV)UTICA, Mich. - A "heartless" thief armed with a sledgehammer smashed his way into a Dave & Buster's in Utica to steal cash from ATMs and a Make-A-Wish donation box, police said. When the general manager of Dave & Buster's pulled up Wednesday morning, he saw the broken glass and called police. Dave & Buster's in Utica. (WDIV)Surveillance video shows a man using a sledgehammer on an ATM machine inside Dave & Buster's in Utica. You can view the surveillance footage from inside the Dave & Buster's below.
Funeral for L. Brooks Patterson this afternoon
Read full article: Funeral for L. Brooks Patterson this afternoon"Suffice it to say, I fell in love with Petoskey " @allmondk56/InstagramA bit of a dip in temperatures, relatively speaking, coming on Thursday. Crews will be repairing pavement on I-94 in Detroit this weekend, requiring the closure of westbound I-94 from I-96 to US-12 (Michigan Avenue) starting at 9 p.m. Friday. A funeral service will be held this afternoon for longtime Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson, who died earlier this month. Local leaders talk impact of Livernois Avenue construction projectThe Detroit Association of Black Organizations will hold a press conference to discuss the impact of the Livernois Avenue construction project on local businesses and announce next steps. During the Throwdown thousands of people will be able to sample pizza from some of the city's best pizza makers.
Utica Dave and Buster's broken into, burglarized
Read full article: Utica Dave and Buster's broken into, burglarizedPolice are looking for a man who broke into a Dave and Buster's restaurant in Utica and stole cash from two ATMs and the Make-A-Wish Foundation donation box. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE report -- Monday, Aug. 5, 2019
Read full article: ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE report -- Monday, Aug. 5, 2019Former employee of Utica equipment store caught on video driving forklift through businessWATCH Local 4 News at 114 fast factsMichigan's 2019 Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Be informedDeadliest mass shootingsThe world received news Saturday of a mass shooting at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas. Less than a day later, another mass shooting happened in a popular Dayton, Ohio, neighborhood. READ MOREMasked shootersA family was stopped at a red light on Detroit's west side early Saturday when two masked men began shooting at their car. Tweets by Local4NewsCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Watch Local 4 News at 5 -- Aug. 5, 2019
Read full article: Watch Local 4 News at 5 -- Aug. 5, 2019DETROIT - Here's what is coming up on Local 4 News at 5:Dayton mass shootingTwo American tragedies in the span of 13 hours that left 33 people dead and dozens more injured after lone gunmen opened fire in El Paso and Dayton. Mass shooting safetyA security expert says thinking differently could be the key to surviving a mass shooting. Shots firedA shooting happened early Saturday morning at Tiremen and Livernois Avenue on Detroit's west side. Fill the bootFirefighters will hit the streets for the 16th straight year to help children with muscular dystrophy. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Big businesses in Metro Detroit step in to help protect birds, bees and butterflies
Read full article: Big businesses in Metro Detroit step in to help protect birds, bees and butterfliesLocal 4 has adopted a birds, bees and butterflies initiative to try to get people interested in saving pollinating insects that help create our food supply.