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Man pleads guilty but mentally ill in knife attack on young girl playing at Detroit park
Read full article: Man pleads guilty but mentally ill in knife attack on young girl playing at Detroit parkLansky reportedly lifted the girl’s chin and slashed her throat with a pocket knife before attempting to stab her in the stomach.
Man accused of sexually assaulting 5-year-old girl at Detroit McDonald’s, officials say
Read full article: Man accused of sexually assaulting 5-year-old girl at Detroit McDonald’s, officials sayA 34-year-old man is facing charges in connection with allegedly sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl at a McDonald’s in Detroit, officials said.
Mary Sheffield to become Detroit’s first woman mayor. Here’s a breakdown of the election results
Read full article: Mary Sheffield to become Detroit’s first woman mayor. Here’s a breakdown of the election resultsTo break down the election results, Orlando Bailey, executive director of Outlier Media, Sheila Cockrel, a former Detroit City Council member and longtime political consultant and Mario Marrow of Mario Marrow and Associates joined Local 4 for a roundtable discussion.
Armed carjacking suspect arrested, missing Eastpointe child found after I-96 chase, police say
Read full article: Armed carjacking suspect arrested, missing Eastpointe child found after I-96 chase, police sayA 21-year-old Detroit man has been arrested following a police chase linked to an armed carjacking, police said. At the time of his arrest, police also recovered a child missing from Eastpointe.
Owner of viral Detroit hot dog stand learns sentence after exchange with officer
Read full article: Owner of viral Detroit hot dog stand learns sentence after exchange with officerThe owner of a Detroit food stand that gained popularity and online fame has learned her sentence after a viral exchange with a police officer.
City Council President Mary Sheffield wins election to become Detroit’s first female mayor
Read full article: City Council President Mary Sheffield wins election to become Detroit’s first female mayorCity Council President Mary Sheffield will be Detroit’s newest mayor and the first woman to lead the city.
Detroit launches emergency food network as SNAP delays leave residents waiting for benefits
Read full article: Detroit launches emergency food network as SNAP delays leave residents waiting for benefitsBeginning Wednesday, Nov. 5, Detroit will open an Emergency Food Network offering hot meals and groceries to SNAP recipients.
Rain moves in midweek; first snow chances arrive by this weekend in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Rain moves in midweek; first snow chances arrive by this weekend in Metro DetroitRain showers and breezy winds move into the region on Wednesday, the middle of the week; first rain/snow chances arrive by the weekend.
Family demands justice after Detroit veteran found shot dead in field
Read full article: Family demands justice after Detroit veteran found shot dead in fieldThe mother of 27-year-old Marine veteran and home renovator Christian Epps says she’s still in disbelief after identifying her son’s body, days after he went missing from his east side Detroit home.
Amon-Ra St. Brown hosts sold-out event supporting Detroit students
Read full article: Amon-Ra St. Brown hosts sold-out event supporting Detroit studentsDetroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown hosted a sold-out fundraising event at Five Iron Golf in Downtown Detroit Monday night, which welcomed 167 supporters and raised $89,000 for youth literacy.
Mom accused of murdering son, burying him behind Detroit home bound over to circuit court
Read full article: Mom accused of murdering son, burying him behind Detroit home bound over to circuit courtThe mother accused of murdering her 9-year-old son and burying him in a shallow grave behind a Detroit home was bound over to circuit court on Tuesday.
1 dead, 1 in critical condition after shooting on Detroit’s east side, police say
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after shooting on Detroit’s east side, police sayOne man is dead, and another is in critical condition after a shooting on Detroit’s east side on Monday night, police said.
How will driverless cars handle ‘Michigan lefts,’ harsh weather conditions? Here’s what Waymo said
Read full article: How will driverless cars handle ‘Michigan lefts,’ harsh weather conditions? Here’s what Waymo saidAs a self-driving service heads to Detroit, Michiganders are curious to know how fully autonomous cars will handle its unique road quirks and harsh weather conditions.
Madison Heights police want help finding an endangered, missing 76-year-old woman
Read full article: Madison Heights police want help finding an endangered, missing 76-year-old womanMadison Heights Police are seeking information about an endangered 76-year-old woman who went missing after dropping her daughter off at work.
Detroit mayoral race heats up as voters focus on transit, safety, housing
Read full article: Detroit mayoral race heats up as voters focus on transit, safety, housingFrom unreliable bus service to public safety concerns, Detroit residents are voicing their priorities as they prepare to choose between Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch Jr in Tuesday’s mayoral election.
Detroit Tree Lighting: Watch harvesting of this year’s tree as it begins journey
Read full article: Detroit Tree Lighting: Watch harvesting of this year’s tree as it begins journeyThe Christmas tree for this year’s Detroit Tree Lighting has been harvested, and it began its journey to Downtown Detroit.
Credit card ‘ghost tapping’: New way thieves are trying to steal your data
Read full article: Credit card ‘ghost tapping’: New way thieves are trying to steal your dataWhile tapping your card or phone to make a payment has become more common, thieves are taking advantage of the convenience.
Experts warn of ‘ghost tapping’ scam that steals credit card data without swiping
Read full article: Experts warn of ‘ghost tapping’ scam that steals credit card data without swipingStealing money without ever swiping a card has become a new reality, driven by a scam known as “ghost tapping” or “ghost charges.”
From showers to sunshine: blustery Monday on tap for Metro Detroit
Read full article: From showers to sunshine: blustery Monday on tap for Metro DetroitFor parents and students heading out early, a few light rain showers could make for damp commutes and slippery roads. Make sure the kids grab a rain jacket — not the umbrella — since winds will be picking up through the morning.
Detroit voters urged to get out to polls ahead of November 4 election
Read full article: Detroit voters urged to get out to polls ahead of November 4 electionWith Election Day approaching, churches in Detroit are encouraging people to go from the “pews to the polls,” making sure every voice is heard.
Adult recess club brings wellness, play to Metro Detroit
Read full article: Adult recess club brings wellness, play to Metro DetroitThe “Recess Club,” organized by wellness advocate Melissa Coulier, offers twice-monthly gatherings designed to help adults disconnect from technology and reconnect with both nature and each other.
Detroit and 2 other Michigan cities named among worst for rats nationwide
Read full article: Detroit and 2 other Michigan cities named among worst for rats nationwideDetroit ranked seventh among the top U.S. cities battling rodent infestations, alongside Flint at 42nd and Grand Rapids at 25th on the list of the nation’s “rattiest” cities.
November starts with cold nights, cozy days in Metro Detroit
Read full article: November starts with cold nights, cozy days in Metro DetroitMetro Detroit settles into a classic fall pattern tonight with partly cloudy skies and a chill in the air. Overnight lows dip into the lower- to mid-30s, with the coldest readings near Howell, Ann Arbor, and Lapeer, where frost may form by daybreak.
Limo bus carrying teens to Cedar Point crash, rolls over on I-75 in Monroe County, 11 hospitalized
Read full article: Limo bus carrying teens to Cedar Point crash, rolls over on I-75 in Monroe County, 11 hospitalizedA limo bus carrying Detroit teenagers to Cedar Point rolled several times on I-75 in Monroe County, sending 11 of the 15 passengers to hospitals.
FBI confirms Grand Blanc Township church attack was targeted, driven by anti-religious hate
Read full article: FBI confirms Grand Blanc Township church attack was targeted, driven by anti-religious hateOfficials confirmed the attack was targeted and motivated by the shooter’s anti-religious beliefs against the Latter Day Saints community.
Multiple people have been arrested in Michigan in a Halloween weekend attack plot, FBI director says
Read full article: Multiple people have been arrested in Michigan in a Halloween weekend attack plot, FBI director saysFBI Director Kash Patel says federal officials have arrested multiple people in Michigan who had allegedly been plotting a violent attack over the Halloween weekend.
From Devil’s Night to Angel’s Night: Once marked by arson, event now honors city’s comeback story
Read full article: From Devil’s Night to Angel’s Night: Once marked by arson, event now honors city’s comeback storyIn a transformation spanning four decades, Detroit‘s notorious “Devil’s Night,” once synonymous with arson and vandalism, has evolved into a celebration of urban renewal and community resilience.
Detroit People Mover to pause operations Nov. 10–22 for essential maintenance
Read full article: Detroit People Mover to pause operations Nov. 10–22 for essential maintenanceThe Detroit People Mover (DPM) will suspend operations from Monday, Nov. 10, through Saturday, Nov. 22, to complete essential maintenance before winter.
Doctor sentenced to 5 years’ probation, consecutive weekends in jail in Macomb County assault case
Read full article: Doctor sentenced to 5 years’ probation, consecutive weekends in jail in Macomb County assault caseDetroit doctor Stephen Bruce Mason was sentenced to five years’ probation and weekend jail in a Macomb County assault case.
Community groups move to fill food gaps as Michigan lawmakers work to address SNAP cuts
Read full article: Community groups move to fill food gaps as Michigan lawmakers work to address SNAP cutsTwo days before November SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are set to be reduced for an estimated 1.4 million Michiganders, state and community leaders are racing to soften the blow.
What to know about Turkey Trot before 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White
Read full article: What to know about Turkey Trot before 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner WhiteHere's how to sign up for the Strategic Staffing Solution Turkey Trot that kicks off America's Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White.
How to get grandstand tickets for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White
Read full article: How to get grandstand tickets for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner WhiteThis year’s America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White, is on Nov. 27, and if you’re looking for the best seat, grandstand tickets are available for purchase.
She says Detroit bus driver slammed brakes to make her fall. Now she has the video
Read full article: She says Detroit bus driver slammed brakes to make her fall. Now she has the videoA woman has filed a lawsuit against the city of Detroit after newly released bus surveillance video, her attorney says, appears to show a driver slamming on the brakes without cause -- sending her flying down the aisle of a moving Detroit city bus.
Parking for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White
Read full article: Parking for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner WhiteIf you’re planning on attending this year’s America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White, here’s what to know about some of your parking options.
Parade Zone is back for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White
Read full article: Parade Zone is back for 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner WhiteThe “Parade Zone” viewing option will be back on Local 4 for the 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White.
Man accused of inappropriately touching child in restroom at Detroit restaurant, police say
Read full article: Man accused of inappropriately touching child in restroom at Detroit restaurant, police sayA man allegedly sexually assaulted a young girl inside the restroom at a Detroit restaurant, police said.
📷 MIPics: Show us your Halloween spirit -- send in your photos!
Read full article: 📷 MIPics: Show us your Halloween spirit -- send in your photos!We want to see how Michigan is celebrating Halloween! Send us your best photos of Halloween costumes, decorations, and spooky yard displays from around the state.
She was a Metro Detroit nurse for 20 years. Why she’s now switched to become a foreman
Read full article: She was a Metro Detroit nurse for 20 years. Why she’s now switched to become a foremanAfter nearly 20 years caring for patients, former nurse Jayne Griffor traded her hospital scrubs for a hard hat, finding new purpose as a labor foreman on one of North America’s largest construction projects -- the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
4-year-old shows 2 Detroit Lions stars his TD celebration -- see their reactions
Read full article: 4-year-old shows 2 Detroit Lions stars his TD celebration -- see their reactionsAce Morris, four-year-old music and Lions enthusiast, gives Jameson Williams and Kerby Joseph a new touchdown celebration idea
Detroit’s Gen Z voices: What young voters want from the next mayor, city improvements
Read full article: Detroit’s Gen Z voices: What young voters want from the next mayor, city improvementsLocal 4’s Nick Monacelli put a panel together and asked Gen Z voters what they want to see in a new leader, what they want in terms of public transit, how to attract more young people in the city and frustrations they have.
Detroit NAACP leader responds to police shooting, urges accountability, better training
Read full article: Detroit NAACP leader responds to police shooting, urges accountability, better trainingThe Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony did not mince words about Sunday evening’s wild police shooting of a woman motorist that started as a routine traffic stop.
SNAP pause: Where Metro Detroit families can get food help during government shutdown
Read full article: SNAP pause: Where Metro Detroit families can get food help during government shutdownThousands of Metro Detroit families could temporarily lose access to food assistance starting Nov. 1 as the federal government shutdown halts funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).