LOCAL NEWS
Governor Gretchen Whitmer promotes Michigan on global stage during Milan Winter Olympics trip
Read full article: Governor Gretchen Whitmer promotes Michigan on global stage during Milan Winter Olympics tripAt the Michigan Winter House in Milan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer met with Team USA athletes with ties to Metro Detroit, including ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates, Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik, and Christina Carreira with Anthony Ponomarenko.
Reverend Jesse Jackson’s bond with Detroit community highlighted by trusted friend
Read full article: Reverend Jesse Jackson’s bond with Detroit community highlighted by trusted friendThe Reverend Jesse Jackson had strong ties to Detroit. When Jackson came to Detroit, John Graves was his right-hand man, taking him where he needed to go.
Freight train derails in Pittsfield Township, spilling grain and corn
Read full article: Freight train derails in Pittsfield Township, spilling grain and cornResidents got a rude awakening on Wednesday as they woke up and saw a massive freight train having jumped the tracks and spilled its load all over the area.
Police tow SUV, collect evidence after 3 unidentified victims found brutally attacked in Detroit home
Read full article: Police tow SUV, collect evidence after 3 unidentified victims found brutally attacked in Detroit homeDetroit police spent hours collecting evidence at a home on Edsel Street on Wednesday evening after officers discovered three men dead inside while responding to a missing person report.
From ‘Stories of Us’ to children’s books: Detroit artist focuses on inclusion, disability pride in new book
Read full article: From ‘Stories of Us’ to children’s books: Detroit artist focuses on inclusion, disability pride in new bookA couple of years after creating for the “Stories of Us” outdoor art exhibit in Detroit, illustrator and author DeAnn Wiley remains focused on ensuring every child can see themselves on the page.
Reverend Jesse Jackson’s bond with Detroit community highlighted by trusted friend
Read full article: Reverend Jesse Jackson’s bond with Detroit community highlighted by trusted friendThe Reverend Jesse Jackson had strong ties to Detroit. When Jackson came to Detroit, John Graves was his right-hand man, taking him where he needed to go.
Protesters rally against new government office where ICE will occupy space in Southfield
Read full article: Protesters rally against new government office where ICE will occupy space in SouthfieldStanding outside Oakland Towne Square with her daughters, Southfield resident Emily Fink said she wanted her children to understand what it means to stand up for others.
19-year-old found dead near Oakland County lake ruled homicide
Read full article: 19-year-old found dead near Oakland County lake ruled homicideA 19-year-old was found dead near a lake in Commerce Township on Monday, and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said his death has been ruled a homicide.
Planning commission tables decision on Bloomfield Hollows project in Oakland County
Read full article: Planning commission tables decision on Bloomfield Hollows project in Oakland CountyWhat was billed as a neighborhood introductory meeting about a proposed high-end event center felt to some residents more like a done deal.
700 to 1K guests a day? Oakland County neighbors voice concerns on proposed Bloomfield Hollows event center
Read full article: 700 to 1K guests a day? Oakland County neighbors voice concerns on proposed Bloomfield Hollows event centerWhat was billed as a neighborhood introductory meeting about a proposed high-end event center felt to some residents more like a done deal.
‘Just police everywhere’: Teens describe scene after body found near Oakland County lake
Read full article: ‘Just police everywhere’: Teens describe scene after body found near Oakland County lakeThe Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man in his 20s after his body was found near Proud Lake by a park visitor on a Monday morning.
Teens charged in tree lighting shooting at Partridge Creek that injured 17-year-old
Read full article: Teens charged in tree lighting shooting at Partridge Creek that injured 17-year-oldTwo teens have been charged as adults in a shooting that happened during the Mall at Partridge Creek’s tree lighting ceremony.
‘She was a great mom’: Family grieves loss of Macomb County mom after fatal crash; 12-year-old out of ICU
Read full article: ‘She was a great mom’: Family grieves loss of Macomb County mom after fatal crash; 12-year-old out of ICUFamily members are mourning the loss of a Clinton Township mother while remaining hopeful about her teenage son’s recovery following a fatal crash on Groesbeck Highway last week.
Karen Drew was investigating someone whose identity got hacked. Then she saw it was happening to her
Read full article: Karen Drew was investigating someone whose identity got hacked. Then she saw it was happening to herKaren Drew was investigating the case of someone having their identity hacked online, and then she realized that it was happening to her.
‘This is a calling’: Sterling Heights traffic stop turns into fundraiser for 4-year-old battling cancer
Read full article: ‘This is a calling’: Sterling Heights traffic stop turns into fundraiser for 4-year-old battling cancerA routine traffic stop in Sterling Heights turned into an extraordinary display of community support for a family whose child is battling spinal cancer.
Freight train derails in Pittsfield Township, spilling grain and corn
Read full article: Freight train derails in Pittsfield Township, spilling grain and cornResidents got a rude awakening on Wednesday as they woke up and saw a massive freight train having jumped the tracks and spilled its load all over the area.
‘Building is like a tuna can’: Worker who witnessed Ypsilanti explosion describes what happened
Read full article: ‘Building is like a tuna can’: Worker who witnessed Ypsilanti explosion describes what happenedA worker who witnessed the explosion in Ypsilanti Township on Wednesday described what happened inside the building.
‘Misleading’: Judge says key context left out in Sherrone Moore case, grants evidentiary hearing
Read full article: ‘Misleading’: Judge says key context left out in Sherrone Moore case, grants evidentiary hearingA Washtenaw County judge called the omissions in the arrest warrant for Sherrone Moore “misleading” and granted the defense team’s request for an evidentiary hearing.
Woman dies, 2 teenagers injured in head-on crash in Whiteford Township
Read full article: Woman dies, 2 teenagers injured in head-on crash in Whiteford TownshipA 60-year-old Ottawa Lake woman was killed, and two teenagers were injured Saturday night in a head-on crash on US-23 in Whiteford Township.
Don’t fall for it: Monroe County sheriff warns residents of phone scam impersonating law enforcement
Read full article: Don’t fall for it: Monroe County sheriff warns residents of phone scam impersonating law enforcementMonroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough is alerting the public to a telephone scam targeting Monroe County residents.
St. Clair County resident raises concerns over ice fishermen parking near home
Read full article: St. Clair County resident raises concerns over ice fishermen parking near homeA St. Clair County resident claims that ice fishermen parking near his house in an empty lot have turned winter into a headache.
‘Overwhelming filth:’ Flint Township police rescue 64 animals from home, dozens found dead
Read full article: ‘Overwhelming filth:’ Flint Township police rescue 64 animals from home, dozens found deadThe Flint Township Police Department searched a home on Tuesday morning and discovered what officers described as “overwhelming filth,” toxic air and dozens of dead and living animals inside.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces 2 new redevelopment projects in Genesee County
Read full article: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces 2 new redevelopment projects in Genesee CountyGov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday announced two state-backed redevelopment projects in Genesee County that will transform long-vacant buildings into new housing, commercial space and a restaurant while generating nearly $3 million in investment.
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‘Building is like a tuna can’: Worker who witnessed Ypsilanti explosion describes what happened
Read full article: ‘Building is like a tuna can’: Worker who witnessed Ypsilanti explosion describes what happenedA worker who witnessed the explosion in Ypsilanti Township on Wednesday described what happened inside the building.
Teens charged in tree lighting shooting at Partridge Creek that injured 17-year-old
Read full article: Teens charged in tree lighting shooting at Partridge Creek that injured 17-year-oldTwo teens have been charged as adults in a shooting that happened during the Mall at Partridge Creek’s tree lighting ceremony.
How to check for toxic ingredients in beauty products, where to find clean products
Read full article: How to check for toxic ingredients in beauty products, where to find clean productsYour morning routine probably includes shampoo, deodorant, lotion and makeup. You may not even think twice about all those ingredients on the labels. Well, it’s time to change that, as some are linked to cancer, infertility and other serious infections and illnesses. Consumer Reports reveals the ingredients and the products people should be wary of.
Man accused of hitting a family with car, shooting them and killing 3-year-old girl outside Lansing
Read full article: Man accused of hitting a family with car, shooting them and killing 3-year-old girl outside LansingA 21-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after reportedly hitting a family with his car before shooting them, killing a 3-year-old girl.
Detroit police offer $2,000 reward after woman hit by van on Valentine’s Day
Read full article: Detroit police offer $2,000 reward after woman hit by van on Valentine’s DayPolice in Detroit are offering a $2,000 reward for information after a woman was hit by a van as she was leaving a bar on Valentine’s Day.
‘You can feel it in your body’: Residents complain of loud window-rattling noise near Detroit rehab center
Read full article: ‘You can feel it in your body’: Residents complain of loud window-rattling noise near Detroit rehab centerResidents in West Village, living near the Riverview Health & Rehab Center on Jefferson Avenue, said they have been dealing with loud noise from a temporary boiler installed outside the facility.
Police pursuit ends in arrest after domestic assault, child kidnapping report in Lincoln Park
Read full article: Police pursuit ends in arrest after domestic assault, child kidnapping report in Lincoln ParkA police pursuit ended in an arrest after a domestic assault and a report of child kidnapping in Lincoln Park.
DTE Energy ordered to pay $100M for Clean Air Act violations at Zug Island facility
Read full article: DTE Energy ordered to pay $100M for Clean Air Act violations at Zug Island facilityThe U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan has ordered DTE Energy Co. and three of its subsidiaries to comply with the Clean Air Act and pay a $100 million penalty for violations at the EES Coke Battery facility located on Zug Island between River Rouge and Detroit.
Metro Detroit retirees turn Winter Olympics into stop No. 42 on global sports quest
Read full article: Metro Detroit retirees turn Winter Olympics into stop No. 42 on global sports questFor many retirees, slowing down is part of the plan. For Doug and Carol Hill of Macomb Township, retirement has meant picking up the pace.
Man with disabilities assaulted by worker at Dearborn Heights car wash, family says
Read full article: Man with disabilities assaulted by worker at Dearborn Heights car wash, family saysA family is demanding justice after they say a Dearborn Heights car wash employee assaulted their brother, who has disabilities.
Protesters rally against new government office where ICE will occupy space in Southfield
Read full article: Protesters rally against new government office where ICE will occupy space in SouthfieldStanding outside Oakland Towne Square with her daughters, Southfield resident Emily Fink said she wanted her children to understand what it means to stand up for others.