LOCAL NEWS
‘I had to get her out’: Detroit man describes pulling girlfriend from crash involving teen fleeing police
Read full article: ‘I had to get her out’: Detroit man describes pulling girlfriend from crash involving teen fleeing policeThe boyfriend of a woman who was injured in a fiery crash on Detroit’s west side involving a stolen vehicle driven by a 15-year-old who fled a traffic stop attempt by Michigan State Police speaks about saving her life.
‘It’s getting worse’: Vacant Detroit building becomes hotspot for crime, fires despite city efforts
Read full article: ‘It’s getting worse’: Vacant Detroit building becomes hotspot for crime, fires despite city effortsJust weeks after Detroit city crews spent hours cleaning up and boarding a nuisance vacant apartment complex on Greenfield near Six Mile, neighbors say problems at the property are continuing and in some cases escalating.
15-year-old driving stolen truck crashes into car, home on Detroit’s west side; driver hospitalized
Read full article: 15-year-old driving stolen truck crashes into car, home on Detroit’s west side; driver hospitalizedA crash involving a stolen truck left one driver hospitalized after a teenage suspect fled a traffic stop attempt by the Michigan State Police.
A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stage
Read full article: A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stageA childhood visit to the Henry Ford Museum sparked Mikala Sposito's passion for welding. Now, at 21, she's the first woman ever to represent the United States in the International World Skills Welding Competition.
‘The odds were against me’: How an experimental pancreatic cancer vaccine changed a woman’s life
Read full article: ‘The odds were against me’: How an experimental pancreatic cancer vaccine changed a woman’s lifeDonna Gustafson was 72 years old and facing one of the most feared diagnoses in medicine. Pancreatic cancer kills roughly 87% of patients within five years. But today, the New Jersey grandmother is cancer-free, and researchers say she may hold a key to changing those devastating odds.
Woodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette faces misconduct investigation after withdrawing resignation
Read full article: Woodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette faces misconduct investigation after withdrawing resignationWoodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette is speaking out amid an investigation into alleged misconduct after submitting and then withdrawing her resignation earlier this month.
‘I had to get her out’: Detroit man describes pulling girlfriend from crash involving teen fleeing police
Read full article: ‘I had to get her out’: Detroit man describes pulling girlfriend from crash involving teen fleeing policeThe boyfriend of a woman who was injured in a fiery crash on Detroit’s west side involving a stolen vehicle driven by a 15-year-old who fled a traffic stop attempt by Michigan State Police speaks about saving her life.
‘It’s getting worse’: Vacant Detroit building becomes hotspot for crime, fires despite city efforts
Read full article: ‘It’s getting worse’: Vacant Detroit building becomes hotspot for crime, fires despite city effortsJust weeks after Detroit city crews spent hours cleaning up and boarding a nuisance vacant apartment complex on Greenfield near Six Mile, neighbors say problems at the property are continuing and in some cases escalating.
15-year-old driving stolen truck crashes into car, home on Detroit’s west side; driver hospitalized
Read full article: 15-year-old driving stolen truck crashes into car, home on Detroit’s west side; driver hospitalizedA crash involving a stolen truck left one driver hospitalized after a teenage suspect fled a traffic stop attempt by the Michigan State Police.
‘You call yourself a mother?’: What judge told Pontiac mom during sentencing in child abuse case
Read full article: ‘You call yourself a mother?’: What judge told Pontiac mom during sentencing in child abuse caseAn Oakland County mother was sentenced on Tuesday after pleading no contest to leaving her children living in “deplorable conditions.” Before the judge sentenced her, she called the mother a “selfish liar” and said, “There is no sympathy.”
Juvenile girl on e-bike struck by vehicle in West Bloomfield crosswalk; driver remains at scene
Read full article: Juvenile girl on e-bike struck by vehicle in West Bloomfield crosswalk; driver remains at sceneA juvenile girl riding an e-bike was struck by a vehicle while in a crosswalk in West Bloomfield Township.
Man in custody after attacking father, barricading himself in Southfield basement, police say
Read full article: Man in custody after attacking father, barricading himself in Southfield basement, police sayA man is in custody after he attacked his father and barricaded himself in a Southfield basement, police said.
Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrested
Read full article: Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrestedTwo 19-year-olds were arrested on Sunday after allegedly spray-painting swastikas on a fence near a Sterling Heights home and several other areas.
‘Stuffing firearm inside his pants’: Convicted felon went to Macomb County gun range, ATF says
Read full article: ‘Stuffing firearm inside his pants’: Convicted felon went to Macomb County gun range, ATF saysA convicted felon is back in custody after he went to a Macomb County gun range and also sent a picture of himself “stuffing a firearm inside his pants,” federal officials said.
Clinton River flooding leaves mess across Utica as water levels begin to drop
Read full article: Clinton River flooding leaves mess across Utica as water levels begin to dropThings started to look a lot more like normal around Utica on Friday as the flood waters from the Clinton River that had overtaken parts of Macomb County this week began to slowly recede.
Eastpointe man sentenced for assaulting wife, trying to stab officer with screwdriver
Read full article: Eastpointe man sentenced for assaulting wife, trying to stab officer with screwdriverAn Eastpointe man has been sentenced in two cases involving the assault of his wife, and for trying to stab an officer with a screwdriver during a shoplifting arrest, officials said.
Shelby Township residents urged to stay off Clinton River due to increased water flow
Read full article: Shelby Township residents urged to stay off Clinton River due to increased water flowShelby Township police are urging residents to stay off the Clinton River until further notice due to recent weather and increased water flow.
Security guard accused of stabbing man outside of Macomb County cannabis dispensary
Read full article: Security guard accused of stabbing man outside of Macomb County cannabis dispensaryA Detroit man is facing charges after he allegedly stabbed a man at a Macomb County cannabis dispensary last week while working as a security guard, officials said.
A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stage
Read full article: A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stageA childhood visit to the Henry Ford Museum sparked Mikala Sposito's passion for welding. Now, at 21, she's the first woman ever to represent the United States in the International World Skills Welding Competition.
Michigan Softball Academy “powered by hope” in its journey to raise $3 million for breast cancer research
Read full article: Michigan Softball Academy “powered by hope” in its journey to raise $3 million for breast cancer researchThe 17th annual event sponsored by University of Michigan Softball is scheduled for Thursday April 23 at Carol Hutchins Stadium in Ann Arbor.
What judge said about Sherrone Moore’s wife sticking by his side through allegations
Read full article: What judge said about Sherrone Moore’s wife sticking by his side through allegationsThe judge who sentenced former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore gave a lengthy statement about Moore’s wife and her decision to stick by his side throughout the process.
WCC closes Free College Week with community celebration on campus
Read full article: WCC closes Free College Week with community celebration on campusWashtenaw Community College wrapped up its annual Free College Week on Saturday, capping a full week of no-cost learning and community events in honor of National Community College Month.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer declares state of emergency for Ann Arbor after EF-1 tornado
Read full article: Governor Gretchen Whitmer declares state of emergency for Ann Arbor after EF-1 tornadoGovernor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Ann Arbor after an EF-1 tornado struck the city earlier this week, enabling state assistance for response efforts and infrastructure repairs.
Michigan inmate says toxic mold is making her sick. Lawmakers urge Gov. Whitmer to take action
Read full article: Michigan inmate says toxic mold is making her sick. Lawmakers urge Gov. Whitmer to take actionLawmakers and advocates are calling on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to immediately release a woman held at Huron Valley Correctional Facility, saying the conditions inside could be life-threatening.
Mom says her son was urinated on in shower. Now Michigan wrestling program back under investigation
Read full article: Mom says her son was urinated on in shower. Now Michigan wrestling program back under investigationAfter a mother told Local 4 that her son was urinated on in the shower, a high school wrestling program in Michigan is back under investigation.
Fowlerville schools reopen investigation into high school wrestling program in alleged hazing
Read full article: Fowlerville schools reopen investigation into high school wrestling program in alleged hazingAn investigation into Fowlerville High School’s varsity wrestling program has reopened after Local 4’s report on an alleged hazing incident.
Michigan man stored lottery ticket in box for months before checking it. It was worth $100K
Read full article: Michigan man stored lottery ticket in box for months before checking it. It was worth $100KA Michigan man stored his lottery tickets in a box for months before discovering he had won $100,000.
Monroe County sheriff advises caution as high schoolers continue traditional game with water guns
Read full article: Monroe County sheriff advises caution as high schoolers continue traditional game with water gunsThe Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that they may see teens with water guns, as part of a high school tradition.
Swatting call causes massive police response in Marine City -- what we know
Read full article: Swatting call causes massive police response in Marine City -- what we knowThere was a massive police response in Marine City Sunday night after officers thought they were responding to a hostage situation, which ended up being a false report.
How police just confirmed Michigan man was responsible for rape, murder of teen 43 years ago
Read full article: How police just confirmed Michigan man was responsible for rape, murder of teen 43 years agoPolice have confirmed that a Michigan man was responsible for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a teenage girl 43 years ago.
She was kidnapped, killed as a teen in Michigan. 43 years later, the man responsible is identified
Read full article: She was kidnapped, killed as a teen in Michigan. 43 years later, the man responsible is identifiedA 16-year-old girl was kidnapped, raped, and killed 43 years ago in Michigan, and nobody could find answers. Now, the man responsible has been identified.
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‘A real pain’: Parents of out-of-state college students hit with unexpected car insurance rules in Michigan
Read full article: ‘A real pain’: Parents of out-of-state college students hit with unexpected car insurance rules in MichiganPeople from Metro Detroit who have cars out of state for a substantial part of the year are facing a costly car insurance issue.
Justice Department asks Wayne County to turn over ballots from presidential election
Read full article: Justice Department asks Wayne County to turn over ballots from presidential electionThe Justice Department is asking Wayne County to turn over every ballot from last November’s presidential election, and Michigan’s top Democrats say the request doesn’t make sense.
Michigan’s storms left a trail of damage. Here’s how the state is tracking it and how you can get help
Read full article: Michigan’s storms left a trail of damage. Here’s how the state is tracking it and how you can get helpThe Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is urging residents, businesses and property owners to report damage from recent severe weather events.
Detroit Metro Airport testing new parking guidance system in McNamara Garage
Read full article: Detroit Metro Airport testing new parking guidance system in McNamara GarageParking at the Detroit Metro Airport could soon become easier as a new guidance system is being installed in the McNamara Terminal Garage.
American Red Cross partnering with Gardner-White for 2-day blood drive -- Here’s where to donate
Read full article: American Red Cross partnering with Gardner-White for 2-day blood drive -- Here’s where to donateThe American Red Cross is partnering with Gardner-White for a second time this year for a two-day blood drive across Michigan, with many locations in Metro Detroit.
Man pleads guilty to reckless driving charges in deadly 105 mph crash in Detroit
Read full article: Man pleads guilty to reckless driving charges in deadly 105 mph crash in DetroitThe driver accused of speeding more than 100 mph through an intersection on Detroit’s west side, killing one woman and seriously injuring another, has pleaded guilty to two felony charges.
Water levels falling at Cheboygan Dam, but flood risk remains a concern
Read full article: Water levels falling at Cheboygan Dam, but flood risk remains a concernWater levels are holding steady at the Cheboygan Dam in Northern Michigan, but they are still incredibly high and crews are working to lower it down further.
Morning 4: Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrested -- and more news
Read full article: Morning 4: Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrested -- and more newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrested
Read full article: Antisemitic symbols spray-painted in several spots across Sterling Heights, 2 arrestedTwo 19-year-olds were arrested on Sunday after allegedly spray-painting swastikas on a fence near a Sterling Heights home and several other areas.
Michigan Softball Academy “powered by hope” in its journey to raise $3 million for breast cancer research
Read full article: Michigan Softball Academy “powered by hope” in its journey to raise $3 million for breast cancer researchThe 17th annual event sponsored by University of Michigan Softball is scheduled for Thursday April 23 at Carol Hutchins Stadium in Ann Arbor.
‘It’s unsettling’: Sterling Heights police arrest 2 after swastikas spray painted in several spots
Read full article: ‘It’s unsettling’: Sterling Heights police arrest 2 after swastikas spray painted in several spotsTwo 19 year olds were arrested early Sunday morning in Sterling Heights in connection with what police call a “bias-motivated vandalism incident” in the 11000 block of Shetland Court.
Freeze Warnings issued for Metro Detroit tonight ahead of warmer weather this week
Read full article: Freeze Warnings issued for Metro Detroit tonight ahead of warmer weather this weekThe majority of Southeast Michigan will be under a Freeze Warning tonight and stay chilly tomorrow before warmer air arrives
Driver killed, passenger critical after high-speed crash on Lodge Freeway near Wyoming
Read full article: Driver killed, passenger critical after high-speed crash on Lodge Freeway near WyomingA 23-year-old driver is dead and a 30-year-old passenger is in critical condition after a crash Sunday morning on the southbound Lodge Freeway near Wyoming in Detroit.
Gesher Human Services offers paid summer internships for disabled students, seeks job coaches
Read full article: Gesher Human Services offers paid summer internships for disabled students, seeks job coachesGesher Human Services is offering 150 students paid internships this summer and it’s putting out the call for adults who can coach those students
‘Stuffing firearm inside his pants’: Convicted felon went to Macomb County gun range, ATF says
Read full article: ‘Stuffing firearm inside his pants’: Convicted felon went to Macomb County gun range, ATF saysA convicted felon is back in custody after he went to a Macomb County gun range and also sent a picture of himself “stuffing a firearm inside his pants,” federal officials said.
What judge said about Sherrone Moore’s wife sticking by his side through allegations
Read full article: What judge said about Sherrone Moore’s wife sticking by his side through allegationsThe judge who sentenced former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore gave a lengthy statement about Moore’s wife and her decision to stick by his side throughout the process.