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Tony Kanaan: Why I’m excited to join Local 4 for Detroit Grand Prix coverage
Read full article: Tony Kanaan: Why I’m excited to join Local 4 for Detroit Grand Prix coverageI’m really excited to be working with Local 4 News for this weekend’s coverage of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.
Jamie Edmonds: I interviewed George Blaha, and he’s everything you’d expect
Read full article: Jamie Edmonds: I interviewed George Blaha, and he’s everything you’d expectI met with George Blaha recently to interview him about the medical ordeal he’s been through. Instead, he began our conversation asking all about me.
Pickney Olympian Jake Vedder returns, surprises snowboarders at Mt. Brighton
Read full article: Pickney Olympian Jake Vedder returns, surprises snowboarders at Mt. BrightonSnowboard Cross Olympian and Pinckney’s own Jake Vedder placed sixth in the Olympic Games. Now he is back, hoping to inspire the next generation.
Michigan vs. Georgia in Orange Bowl semifinal: Jake Butt’s 5 keys to Wolverines win
Read full article: Michigan vs. Georgia in Orange Bowl semifinal: Jake Butt’s 5 keys to Wolverines winMichigan will take the field against Georgia on Friday night in the College Football Playoff semifinal game in the Orange Bowl.
Follow here: Updates from Jamie Edmonds at Big Ten title game
Read full article: Follow here: Updates from Jamie Edmonds at Big Ten title gameMichigan heads into its first Big Ten championship game with a national playoff berth on the line when the Wolverines face Iowa -- a matchup that seemed improbable just a week ago.
West Bloomfield High School senior heads to Major League Baseball World Series after receiving special honor
Read full article: West Bloomfield High School senior heads to Major League Baseball World Series after receiving special honorAlma Tatem is a senior at West Bloomfield High School who is known for her power on the softball field. Off the field, she’s known for her spirit of giving back.
Interview: Detroit Pistons coach talks player expectations, ‘positionless basketball’
Read full article: Interview: Detroit Pistons coach talks player expectations, ‘positionless basketball’The Detroit Pistons hosted a media day last week, sharing their thoughts and expectations ahead of the upcoming season.
‘History 4 All’: Celebrating Black History Month
Read full article: ‘History 4 All’: Celebrating Black History MonthWDIV-Local 4, in keeping with the station’s initiative of “Celebrating Black History” throughout February, aired a primetime special called “History 4 All” on Wednesday, Feb. 24. You can watch the full special in the video above. From what should be taught in our schools’ history classes to why we still need Black History Month, Local 4′s anchors and reporters highlight topics impacting on our local communities and beyond. “Our hope is that these in-depth stories will spark conversations about how we all benefit from a diverse community like we have here in Metro Detroit,” said Vice President and General Manager Marla Drutz. This hour-long special was hosted by Devin Scillian and Kimberly Gill, and featured stories from them, as well as Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy, Paula Tutman, Steve Garagiola, Larry Spruill, Victor Williams and Jamie Edmonds.
Tonight: Local 4′s ‘History 4 All’ special will spark family conversations
Read full article: Tonight: Local 4′s ‘History 4 All’ special will spark family conversationsWDIV-Local 4, in keeping with the station’s initiative of “Celebrating Black History” throughout February, will air a primetime special called “History 4 All” on Wednesday, February 24 at 8 p.m.Watch it on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit -- it will stream here:From what should be taught in our schools’ history classes to why we still need Black History Month, Local 4′s anchors and reporters highlight topics impacting on our local communities and beyond. “Our hope is that these in-depth stories will spark conversations about how we all benefit from a diverse community like we have here in Metro Detroit,” said Vice President and General Manager Marla Drutz. This hour-long special is hosted by Devin Scillian and Kimberly Gill, and features stories from them, as well as Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy, Paula Tutman, Steve Garagiola, Larry Spruill, Victor Williams and Jamie Edmonds. Stories include:AdChanges in the corporate world in response to 2020′s civil unrestLesser known Underground Railroad sites in Metro DetroitDiversity in the front office of sport teams and why the Lions and Pistons are leading the wayMotown’s programs for young musicians and singersWDIV’s “History 4 All” special airs Wednesday, February 24 at 8 p.m. on Local 4.
Big Ten football returns this weekend
Read full article: Big Ten football returns this weekendBig Ten football is back with both the Spartans and Wolverines taking the field. Big Ten football officially kicked off tonight with Illinois and Wisconsin. All teams will play eight games in eight weeks with a conference championship on Dec. 19. Both Michigan and Michigan State University coaches say they’re ready. Then Michigan will kick things off at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow.
4Frenzy Game of the Week highlights
Read full article: 4Frenzy Game of the Week highlightsWe covered TWO games this week, so make sure to check out the other school rivalry Cass Tech vs. King in the second video, too! See below for our coverage of the next strong city rivalry Cass Tech vs. Detroit King; it’s “not just a regular game” between these two schools. Our next Game of the Week is Belleville vs Dearborn Fordson. Local 4 cameras will be at the game Friday the 25th at 7 p.m. Watch for highlights on Local 4 News Saturday morning and on ClickOnDetroit. Stay on the lookout for our next Game of the Week on clickondetroit.com/4Frenzy, or follow us on social media!
4Frenzy: Michigan high school sports are back
Read full article: 4Frenzy: Michigan high school sports are backDETROIT – Today’s 4Frenzy segments are about Michigan high school sports being played once again after the coronavirus pandemic left young athletes with a long break. More Michigan high school sports: 4Frenzy
Rocket Mortgage Classic draws smaller crowds due to coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Rocket Mortgage Classic draws smaller crowds due to coronavirus pandemicDETROIT Local 4s Jamie Edmonds was live at the annual Rocket Mortgage Classic golf tournament Friday in Detroit. Many of the worlds top golfers are in Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic this weekend, but you wouldnt really know it, thanks to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit: Tee times, how to watch, course info
Local 4 reporters talk about what it’s like in the field with Michigan residents staying at home
Read full article: Local 4 reporters talk about what it’s like in the field with Michigan residents staying at homeDETROIT – It’s seems the word “normal” is changing by the day -- even by the hour -- as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Tuesday is day one of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s stay-at-home order, so Local 4 asked its reporters in the field to describe what it’s like out in the world. Paula Tutman, Larry Spruill, Rod Meloni and Jamie Edmonds weighed in. You can hear what they had to say in the video posted above.
Local 4 reporters talk about what it’s like in the field with Michigan residents staying at home
Read full article: Local 4 reporters talk about what it’s like in the field with Michigan residents staying at homeLocal 4 reporters talk about what it’s like in the field with Michigan residents staying at homePublished: March 24, 2020, 5:46 pmIt’s seems the word “normal” is changing by the day -- even by the hour -- as the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Orion Township supervisor details return from China amid coronavirus outbreak
Read full article: Orion Township supervisor details return from China amid coronavirus outbreakORION TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The family of Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett was forced to travel to China and back amid the coronavirus outbreak. Barnett said there were some scary moments for his family, but they have since returned to the United States safe and healthy. His sister, who lives in China, became critically ill, but it was unrelated to the coronavirus. “It was scary,” Barnett said. “They pulled us off the plane,” Barnett said.
Chris Evans, Scott Bivens, CE Stars speaks with Local 4
Read full article: Chris Evans, Scott Bivens, CE Stars speaks with Local 4University of Michigan’s Chris Evans started CE Stars to help others with a passion for football. Evans and CE Stars youth flag football director Scott Bivens -- along with the youth flag football team -- came to Detroit to speak with Jamie Edmonds for Sunday’s “Sports Final Edition.”The program was established to help youths grow through skills development, mentorship programs and more. You can watch the full interview above. For more information on CE Stars, or to donate, visit the nonprofit’s official website here.
Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia arrives at training camp with leg in cast
Read full article: Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia arrives at training camp with leg in castMatt Patricia shows up to a July 25, 2019, press conference with a scooter and a cast. (Jamie Edmonds/WDIV)DETROIT - Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia showed up to training camp Thursday with a scooter and a cast on his leg. Here's a video of Patricia wheeling himself out of the press conference, from Local 4's Jamie Edmonds:Matt Patricia wheels himself out of the press conference. Detroit had an active offseason, signing high-profile free agents in defensive end Trey Flowers, cornerback Justin Coleman, tight end Jesse James, wide receiver Danny Amendola and running back C.J. 8 overall pick in the NFL draft and selected well-rounded tight end T.J. Hockenson out of Iowa.