Rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea are down overall in Washtenaw County, but some groups are still disproportionately impacted, according to new data.

Chlamydia and gonorrhea are a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that spread through sexual contact without a condom, according to the CDC.

If a firework causes a fire resulting in damage, those responsible may face civil or criminal liability, officials said.

“Domestic violence incidents, including homicides, continue to impact our local community on a daily basis,” said SafeHouse Executive Director Christine Watson.

Free classes for children ages 3-12 will be held around Ann Arbor, Pinckney and Ypsilanti.

In 2023, summer hospital visits for kids increased by 14% from the previous year, with more than one million children going to emergency rooms in July and August alone.

Shiseida Beele explains how to make food safety a priority this summer

Although it has slid in the rankings Ann Arbor’s eclectic personality, college town vibes, football weekends and year-round events have kept it on the list.

Regardless, the City of Ann Arbor wants fans to stay safe as they watch the game and has released a series of tips aimed at keeping partiers safe.

Our A4 team took a look back at all of the articles we’ve written this year and found the 10 that readers spent the most time with.

Ann Arbor Fire Department officials shared on Facebook that the fire was caused by a mechanical issue in the car’s engine.

Turkeys, widely known as one of the meanest, most evil and strange birds on the planet, have been taking advantage of the quieter neighborhood streets around Michigan.

Do you know what you’re doing around school buses and school zones?

The new safety crash testing suggests minivans might not be as safe as once thought.

Officials said 86% of opioid overdose deaths in 2022 involved fentanyl, 75% involved other substances and 63% involved stimulants like cocaine or methamphetamine.

In a post on social media, the Ann Arbor Fire Department implored students to avoid staying on roofs.

Training on how to respond to certain situations will be mandatory for every student on campus.

E.coli cause different intestinal and stomach issues ranging from stomach pain, and cramps to vomiting, fatigue and diarrhea, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

The beach at Independence Lake in Whitmore Lake reopened Tuesday after officials found a reduction in E. coli bacteria levels.

The closure will stay in place until follow-up testing shows the level of bacteria has gone down and is safe for swimming.

Being comfortable around water and knowing how to swim is an essential life-saving skill

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit shares advice on what you can do to stay water safe.

Do you know the best ways to prevent against tick bites?

More than a dozen nonfatal drug overdoses and possibly six drug-associated deaths occurred within 24 hours of April 13, Kalamazoo officials shared.

Marine Safety Division officials note that recent rainfall has led to an increase in water flow resulting in violent rapids in some areas.

"We want to make families and the community aware, in advance, that there will be a number of law enforcement vehicles in the parking lot at Pioneer tomorrow afternoon to ease any concerns and questions about what is occurring," officials said.

The Washtenaw County Health Department has published a list of locations where residents can pick up free Narcan.

The city is warning community members of the dangers of live wires as crews work to clear streets of downed lines.

Slick roads following overnight precipitation reason for AAPS closure, says district.

Superintendent of AAPS Jeanice Swift responded to the attacks at MSU.

Ann Arbor Public Schools will be closed for a second day on Thursday.

A national poll reveals many parents skip safety measures when it comes to sledding.

Ann Arbor Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

January is Radon Action Month.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has some advice for anyone planning on heading out on frozen lakes for ice fishing this winter.

If you use the same password for everything, from Netflix to your bank account, you are a prime target for hackers. That’s why password protection is so important for you and those around you.

Washtenaw County has numerous locations for individuals to escape the cold and keep warm.

Fire marshals are investigating a fire on the 300 block of South Fifth Avenue that caused $20,000 worth of damages.

The CDC estimates that 3,500 babies in the U.S. are lost to sleep-related deaths every year and a local mother is sharing her story in hopes of preventing more tragedy.

Car seats and booster seats help protect infants and children in a crash.

Correctly installing car seats is a life and death decision for parents. So, it’s always good to double check everything and even have a professional check it.

Celebrate Halloween on Monday by making a plan to trick or treat safely.

From 12:30-1:30 p.m., Packard Health and the Washtenaw County Health Department will be at 1405 Ecorse Road to help community members stay up-to-date on their vaccines.

Washtenaw County Health Department officials are encouraging community members to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 booster vaccines and flu shots in order to protect their own health and others.

Firefighters are investigating a detached shed fire that happened around 8 a.m. on Sunday morning.

The local sheriff is speaking straight to the smallest of students -- elementary schoolers.

U-M in Ann Arbor has been named one of the top 40 schools in the country for having an inclusive and safe LGBTQ-friendly campus.

Armoured One builds special glass to slow down an attacker and provide more time for students and teachers to get to safety.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers not to buy or to stop using a set of carbon monoxide detectors sold on Amazon.

Two aerosol experts at U-M share what steps teachers can take to make their classroom safer for students and themselves.

School is back in action in Michigan and that means school buses are back on the road.

Crews will be onsite on Tuesday to conduct railroad maintenance.

There were more than 41,000 traffic deaths in 2021 alone, but experts are creating solutions. Don’t miss the innovations keeping drivers and pedestrians safe.

The clinics “are part of a continued effort by the Ann Arbor YMCA to support Washtenaw and Southern Livingston Counties through the Covid-19 pandemic,” YMCA officials said in a release.

Community members living in the 48197, 48198, 48103, 48104, 48105, 48108, and 48109 zipcode areas can order testing kits once in July and August.

Here's how you can safely celebrate July 4 with fireworks in Ann Arbor, according to officials.

Michigan passed new fireworks laws a few years back -- so let’s just brush up on what you need to know from LARA:

Ann Arbor is one of the top cities in the country for walkability, according to a national program.

We’re breaking down the heat timeline for Southeast Michigan, ways to keep yourself and your pets safe, what heat exhaustion symptoms look like and more.

The higher temperatures have more kids out and about in their neighborhoods, leaving many parents to worry about their children wandering into the street.

A new exhibit at U-M's Museum of Natural History tells personal stories of Washtenaw County residents to demonstrate the disparities of the COVID-19 pandemic.

AAPS Superintendent Jeanice Swift reacted to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that left 21 people, the majority of them children, dead.

With more dogs headed outside and into public spaces, it’s important for dog owners in Ann Arbor to make sure their pooch is properly licensed.

Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., families and community members can stop by fire station No. 1 to learn about how the city’s safety personnel do their job.

Questions still remain after the heartbreaking loss and shocking discovery of Brendan Santo’s body in the Red Cedar River in East Lansing. Local 4 Investigator Karen Drew has uncovered new details in the case, and traveled to Michigan State’s campus to get answers.

On Tuesday, the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide), dropped its mask requirement after the Transportation Security Administration announced it would stop enforcing a federal mask mandate.

Ann Arbor has claimed the No. 6 spot on Niche’s annual list of the best cities to live in again!

Girls around Tree Town can join the Ann Arbor Fire and Police departments this summer for the new Blaze & Blue summer camp.

Fitbit is recalling one million smartwatches in the U.S., and more than 600,000 sold internationally because the battery can overheat, causing a burn, with dozens of burn injuries reported.

In this segment of our History 4 All special, we’re learning about the Green Book and how it was used as a guide by Black people traveling in the U.S. before the Civil Rights Movement.

Whether it’s a big screen TV or a piece of furniture in your child’s bedroom, tip-over dangers are real and send thousands to the hospital every year.

Whether it’s a big screen TV or a piece of furniture in your child’s bedroom, tip-over dangers are real and send thousands to the hospital every year.

It happens in an instant -- you twist an ankle, or your child is hurt in a tumble and you wonder, is that injury a sprain or is it broken?

Shawn Allen and most fire marshals across the country get upset when people are hurt or killed in house fires because they are preventable.

Students, faculty and staff at EMU can access free COVID testing on campus with quick results.

Cases of COVID-19 increased at U-M days before the winter semester began.

U-M students will return to in-person instruction on Wednesday.

The University of Michigan Athletic Department shares more details about its updated spectator policy as regional COVID cases surge.

Students in Ann Arbor Public Schools will start the first week of January learning from home as COVID cases surge locally.

With New Year’s Eve parties right around the corner, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has shared some tips on how to celebrate safely.

Ann Arbor Police Department officers will go live on the department’s Facebook page at 6 p.m. from Monday to Friday this week to read stories to Tree Town’s youngest residents.

The holidays are an exciting time for families, including your pets! To make this time of year more enjoyable for everyone, you’ll want to keep your furry friends protected from some holiday hazards they could encounter.

Holiday-induced anxiety could trickle down to the overall experience for children, according to new U-M poll.

The holidays are here, and that means warm and festive celebrations for many, which may include beautiful holiday decorations and delicious food.

Sara Watkins will emcee the 45th Ann Arbor Folk Festival.

Could this have been prevented? That’s the question on a lot of people’s minds. When do schools sound the alarm about students and why?

All Ann Arbor Public Schools buildings will be closed on Friday as the district, law enforcement review threats made online.

Ann Arbor's superintendent and local law enforcement officials discuss the Oxford High School shooting and local efforts to prevent similar scenarios.

AAPS is allowing high school students to go home for the day after threatening posts emerged online.

Thanksgiving is supposed to be filled with food, family and fun, so the last thing you’ll want to deal with is a fire because of something going wrong while you’re cooking a delicious meal.

Drop in to the Ann Arbor Art Center for a free magnet-making workshop on Black Friday.

Michigan is expanding a program that helps keep kids safe from certain ads in text and email to now include social media accounts.

The distinction from the independent national watchdog organization recognizes how hospitals prevent medical errors and harm to patients.

TheRide announced it will pause several of its services in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Experts are warning parents and families to be aware of where their kids’ toys are coming from this holiday season to help avoid any toy-related injuries.

The foundation operating the two historic theaters announced free admission for veterans and active duty military members in observation of Veteran’s Day.

At 2:47 a.m. Saturday morning Ann Arbor firefighters responded to a carbon monoxide incident outside Pioneer High School.

Tenants at a large Detroit apartment building have been living without heat.

From big band tunes to a beloved holiday favorite, Hill Auditorium will host two memorable shows during the holidays.