Hurricane Helene flooded the Weissmans' home last month.

The U.N. says the conflict in Sudan has driven more than 3 million people from their homes.

With spring in full swing, now is the time when many are beginning to look ahead to their summer plans.

Tensions were already high on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota when activists from the American Indian Movement took over the town of Wounded Knee 50 years ago on Monday.

Getting our teenagers to talk about their feelings is difficult, especially if they’re struggling. But checking in on our children’s mental health is vital, and if they won’t talk to us, then where can they go where they might feel comfortable sharing?

As the school year comes to a close the Motown Museum (2648 West Grand Blvd, Detroit) has announced several free summer programs for children to participate in.

Believe it or not, it’s already time to start planning for summer camps for the kids. So, how do you choose one that’s the right fit for the child in your life? We spoke to the experts at the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit for some helpful guidelines.

The summer program will offer several sessions, a mini-camp and a family camp throughout June, July and August.

Americans continued to spend at a solid clip in September even while facing sticker shock in grocery aisles, car lots and restaurants as snarled global supply chains slow the flow of goods.

Sign up for various sports and day camps this summer at CUAA.

Sign up for various sports and day camps this summer at CUAA.

The Robot Garage helps kids continue their STEM education and have fun!

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s state parks, harbors and recreation areas are seeking entrepreneurs to run camp stores, boat rentals and other businesses as the coronavirus pandemic has spurred an increase in state park visitors. Lori Green, the concession and lease manager for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, told MLive.com that there are perks that come with operating a business within a state park or recreation area. Green said state park visitor numbers were higher this year then ever, which could be encouraging for state-park based enterprises. Most opportunities are seasonal, such as operating camp stores, bike or watercraft rentals, food trucks, and even a water park. An anomaly on the current list is the ski hill at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

Medical specialty camp for children with serious health challenges North Star Reach will host a Drive-Thru Halloween Glow & Lights Show this season. The drive through the camp will feature spook-tacular illuminated displays, a wooded wonderland and singing jack-o'-lanterns. Tickets are $25 per car and all proceeds benefit North Star Reach, which provides a free summer camp experience for families with children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. (©John Baird 2020 | North Star Reach)Dates and times:Friday, Oct. 23rd | 7 p.m.–9 p.m.Friday, Oct. 30th | 7 p.m.–9 p.m.Saturday, Oct. 31st | 7 p.m.–9 p.m.Sunday, Nov. 1st | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. North Star Reach is at 1200 University Camp Drive in Pinckney.

Doctor's orders may not be enough to keep an emotional support pig with a Missouri family. Pickles has been living with the Buff family for more than a year. Debbie even got a note from her doctor recommending the family should be able to keep the pig. Festus has an ordinance banning livestock from living in the city. "Animals classified as livestock in this case a pig, or mini pig cannot be kept as pets, City Administrator Greg Camp told KMOV.

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. - The annual Harper Charity Cruise brought out plenty of hot rods to St. Clair Shores on Wednesday evening. The event benefits numerous charitable organizations, many of which help children in the community. Some organizations and activities that proceeds from the cruise assist include Special Needs Children's Day at the Ice Show, the Special Needs Children's Fishing Derby, scholarships for students, Leader Camp and special-needs children camp sponsorships, a project that distributes dictionaries to third grade students, the Michigan Kiwanis Foundation and the Kiwanis International Eliminate Neonatal Tetanus project. Books are also donated to the St. Clair Shores Children's Library, and money from the cruise helps supports the Christmas in August back-to-school shopping event for needy children. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

ROYAL OAK, Mich. - A Royal Oak woman said a man she dated for a short time put a hidden GPS chip on her car and was showing up everywhere she went around Metro Detroit. The woman told police wherever she went, Camp would appear. "It was very unnerving for her," Royal Oak police Lt. Keith Spencer said. The woman went to Royal Oak police asking for help. Police said Camp would appear where the woman went time and time again -- not just in Royal Oak, but all over Metro Detroit.