Family, Detroit police searching for missing 14-year-old girl last seen walking dog
Read full article: Family, Detroit police searching for missing 14-year-old girl last seen walking dogDetroit police are helping a family find 14-year-old Dajanae Frazier, ten days after she was reported missing.
Child predator gets decades for years of abuse, killing of 13-year-old Na’Ziyah Harris
Read full article: Child predator gets decades for years of abuse, killing of 13-year-old Na’Ziyah HarrisJarvis Butts was sentenced to decades in prison for the murder of 13-year-old Na’Ziyah Harris, among multiple charges of sexual assault.
What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: RSV, COVID, influenza, spring allergies
Read full article: What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: RSV, COVID, influenza, spring allergiesHere’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.
Belleville Man sold illegal Glock switches to undercover agent in CVS parking lot, feds say
Read full article: Belleville Man sold illegal Glock switches to undercover agent in CVS parking lot, feds sayFederal agents said a convicted felon from Belleville sold illegal machine gun conversion devices known as “Glock switches” in a CVS parking lot, bragged about testing them with 1,000 rounds of ammo, and admitted he could turn firearms fully automatic for cash.
Probable cause found to send man to trial in Detroit hammer attack that led to triple homicide discovery
Read full article: Probable cause found to send man to trial in Detroit hammer attack that led to triple homicide discoveryLance Clowney sat quietly in his green jail jumpsuit this afternoon as probable cause was found to send his latest assault case to trial on Wednesday afternoon.
Detroit hairstylist arrested after allegedly pulling gun on customer during money dispute
Read full article: Detroit hairstylist arrested after allegedly pulling gun on customer during money disputeA Detroit hairstylist has been arrested after police say she pulled a gun on a customer during an argument over money.
Videos show standing water inside Detroit elementary school, as source reports sewage smell
Read full article: Videos show standing water inside Detroit elementary school, as source reports sewage smellVideos and photos sent to the station show standing water and buckets inside Carleton Elementary School on Detroit’s east side, and an anonymous source says students were expected to attend class even as the water pooled in hallways.
Detroit Fire Department says injuries were caused by propane heater, not utility theft
Read full article: Detroit Fire Department says injuries were caused by propane heater, not utility theftOne person is dead and another has been hospitalized after what was first reported as an explosion outside a vacant building on Third Street.
Detroit program offers up to $25,000 to help first-time homebuyers overcome down payment hurdles
Read full article: Detroit program offers up to $25,000 to help first-time homebuyers overcome down payment hurdlesHomeownership is one of the biggest drivers of generational wealth in the United States, but for many would-be buyers, saving for a down payment can feel out of reach — especially with today’s prices and higher costs of living.
Man charged in hammer assault near Detroit triple homicide scene bound over
Read full article: Man charged in hammer assault near Detroit triple homicide scene bound overA judge ruled there is enough evidence to bind over a man after a victim testified he was repeatedly struck with a hammer inside a Detroit home, where police later discovered three men dead in the basement.
Poor road conditions prompt emergency closures on WB I-96/M-14 at I-275 interchange
Read full article: Poor road conditions prompt emergency closures on WB I-96/M-14 at I-275 interchangeCrews had to make emergency closures on westbound I-96/M-14 at the I-275 interchange on Wednesday due to poor road conditions.
Gordie Howe Bridge announces toll prices significantly lower than Ambassador Bridge, Detroit-Windsor Tunnel
Read full article: Gordie Howe Bridge announces toll prices significantly lower than Ambassador Bridge, Detroit-Windsor TunnelNewly announced toll prices for the Gordie Howe Bridge are significantly lower than those of the Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, with passenger vehicles benefiting the most.
Police seek missing 25-year-old Detroit woman with mental illness
Read full article: Police seek missing 25-year-old Detroit woman with mental illnessAnyone who has seen Zaria Jenkins or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-1240 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
‘We all want answers for our kids’: Detroit family pleads for justice in death of 15-year-old
Read full article: ‘We all want answers for our kids’: Detroit family pleads for justice in death of 15-year-oldNearly seven months after authorities found 15-year-old Lawrence “Low” Dowl dead at Mt. Hazel Cemetery on Detroit’s west side, his family says they are still waiting for answers — and they’re worried his case is growing cold.
Redford woman gets nearly $1K refund from Blue Cross after premiums charged months after mom’s death
Read full article: Redford woman gets nearly $1K refund from Blue Cross after premiums charged months after mom’s deathA Redford woman is getting nearly $1,000 back from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan after she reached out to Local 4 for help.
Wrongfully convicted man fights to keep murder conviction overturned in Michigan Court of Appeals
Read full article: Wrongfully convicted man fights to keep murder conviction overturned in Michigan Court of AppealsSurrounded by supporters in the lobby outside court on Tuesday, Darrell Ewing said he’s determined to keep fighting what he calls an “ongoing journey to reclaiming his freedom.”
2 charged in murder of man found dead in abandoned school on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: 2 charged in murder of man found dead in abandoned school on Detroit’s west sideTwo men have been charged with murder in the 2024 death of a man found in an abandoned school on Detroit's west side.
Wayne County man accused of robbing former employer’s armored truck at gunpoint pleads guilty
Read full article: Wayne County man accused of robbing former employer’s armored truck at gunpoint pleads guiltyA Wayne County man charged with allegedly robbing an armored truck at gunpoint has pleaded guilty to his charges.
‘They’re going up every day’: Gas prices surge in Metro Detroit as global tensions drive costs higher
Read full article: ‘They’re going up every day’: Gas prices surge in Metro Detroit as global tensions drive costs higherMetro Detroit drivers are feeling fresh pain at the pump after gas prices surged dramatically in just a week, fueled by escalating conflict involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel.
Mayor Mary Sheffield unveils $3B Detroit budget with $21 living wage plan for city workers
Read full article: Mayor Mary Sheffield unveils $3B Detroit budget with $21 living wage plan for city workersDetroit Mayor Mary Sheffield unveiled her first city budget, laying out a $3 billion plan for the 2027 fiscal year.
Man found competent in double murder at Macomb County car dealership
Read full article: Man found competent in double murder at Macomb County car dealershipA man from Houston, Texas, accused of killing two people at a Macomb County auto dealership, has been found competent to stand trial after receiving a mental health evaluation.
Pistons 313 Day game: Fan activations, special merch, halftime show by Detroit rapper, youth choir
Read full article: Pistons 313 Day game: Fan activations, special merch, halftime show by Detroit rapper, youth choirThe Detroit Pistons will celebrate 313 Day on March 13 with Detroit-inspired festivities at Little Caesars Arena, including a halftime performance by Skilla Baby and the Detroit Youth Choir, fan activations, giveaways and special merchandise designed by Big Sean and local artists.
Detroit cop accused of using woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself during traffic stop
Read full article: Detroit cop accused of using woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself during traffic stopA Detroit police officer has been charged after allegedly using a woman’s phone to send explicit photos to himself during a traffic stop.
Animal advocates warn hoarding, neglect cases in Michigan are overwhelming rescue shelters
Read full article: Animal advocates warn hoarding, neglect cases in Michigan are overwhelming rescue sheltersAnimal advocates say a recent string of hoarding and neglect cases is keeping attention on the strains local shelters face.
‘A little ridiculous’: Garden City homeowners shocked by rising water bills as utility costs climb
Read full article: ‘A little ridiculous’: Garden City homeowners shocked by rising water bills as utility costs climbA lot of people living in Garden City have come forward with concerns about their water bills — some saying they’ve never seen them this high in decades.
Detroit expungement fair offers free legal help for Wayne, Oakland, Macomb residents
Read full article: Detroit expungement fair offers free legal help for Wayne, Oakland, Macomb residentsA free expungement fair for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties will be held Saturday at Johnson Recreation Center, 8550 Chippewa St., Detroit. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Detroit police hold community meeting to address concerns over traffic stops and profiling
Read full article: Detroit police hold community meeting to address concerns over traffic stops and profilingFrom traffic stops to service calls at home, everyday encounters with police can leave some residents feeling uncomfortable, confused, or even violated.
Detroit man accused of running multi-state ID fraud ring linked to $200K+ in losses
Read full article: Detroit man accused of running multi-state ID fraud ring linked to $200K+ in lossesFederal authorities said a Detroit man spent years whipping out fake IDs and hijacking credit cards across multiple states, costing more than $200,000.
Police seek missing 49-year-old Detroit woman with schizophrenia
Read full article: Police seek missing 49-year-old Detroit woman with schizophreniaAnyone who has seen Kristina Egusquiza or knows of his whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
Detroit police seek 13-year-old boy missing from city’s west side
Read full article: Detroit police seek 13-year-old boy missing from city’s west sideAnyone who has seen Codeicarter McKinley or knows of his whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-1040 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
Metro Detroit’s Lebanese community fears for family as Israel strikes Beirut
Read full article: Metro Detroit’s Lebanese community fears for family as Israel strikes BeirutThe war in the Middle East expanded as Israeli forces launched strikes in Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, and residents across Metro Detroit’s large Lebanese American community urged an end to the violence while relatives tried to find safety overseas.
Ex-Kingdom of God Global Church leader seeks fundraiser for housing, lawyers while out on bond
Read full article: Ex-Kingdom of God Global Church leader seeks fundraiser for housing, lawyers while out on bondA former church leader accused of operating a multi-state forced labor and money laundering conspiracy is now asking a judge for permission to start a fundraiser to help pay for living expenses while she’s out on bond.
Detroit community demands crackdown on after-hours clubs after deadly shooting
Read full article: Detroit community demands crackdown on after-hours clubs after deadly shootingA deadly shooting outside an after‑hours club on Detroit’s west side is renewing calls for the city to crack down on late‑night establishments that operate into the early morning in residential neighborhoods.
Grand Blanc man accused of sexually exploiting 11-year-old girl online, contacting dozens more
Read full article: Grand Blanc man accused of sexually exploiting 11-year-old girl online, contacting dozens moreA Grand Blanc man is accused of paying girls as young as 11 in Amazon gift cards for explicit images.
Mother charged after 6-year-old daughter is killed with unsecured gun on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Mother charged after 6-year-old daughter is killed with unsecured gun on Detroit’s east sideA Detroit mom is facing safe storage and child abuse charges after her 6-year-old daughter was reportedly shot by her 11-year-old brother.
Man pleads guilty to manslaughter after punch at Detroit gas station kills Troy man
Read full article: Man pleads guilty to manslaughter after punch at Detroit gas station kills Troy manA man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after a man he punched at a gas station on Detroit's east side last summer died from his injuries.
Grandmother seeks answers after 6-year-old killed in car with unsecured gun outside Detroit shopping plaza
Read full article: Grandmother seeks answers after 6-year-old killed in car with unsecured gun outside Detroit shopping plazaThe grandmother of a 6-year-old girl who was killed after being accidentally shot and killed with an unsecured gun outside a Detroit shopping plaza is now seeking answers regarding what led up to her tragic death.
Southeast Michigan cities rethink loud sirens as modern emergency alerts go digital
Read full article: Southeast Michigan cities rethink loud sirens as modern emergency alerts go digitalEmergency sirens are everywhere across southeast Michigan. They are the loudest way to know something bad is coming, often a tornado or severe thunderstorm.
16-year-old charged in armed robbery, shooting at Wayne State University
Read full article: 16-year-old charged in armed robbery, shooting at Wayne State UniversityWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged a 16-year-old boy from Detroit in connection with the armed robbery and assault of an 18-year-old Detroit man.
Why hundreds of trees were cut down along I-94 in Wayne County
Read full article: Why hundreds of trees were cut down along I-94 in Wayne CountyDrivers traveling along Interstate 94 coming from Detroit Metro Airport might have noticed a stark change in the landscape. A lot of trees were cleared from the median.
Canton Township awarded $400K MDOT grant for major road safety overhaul
Read full article: Canton Township awarded $400K MDOT grant for major road safety overhaulCanton Township leaders say a safety overhaul is coming to one of the community’s busiest corridors after residents identified dangerous trouble spots along local roads.
Former Inkster mayor’s assistant sentenced for lying in bribery investigation
Read full article: Former Inkster mayor’s assistant sentenced for lying in bribery investigationThe former Inkster Mayor Patrick Wimberly’s executive assistant has been sentenced for lying to federal agents about Wimberly’s bribery scheme.
Detroit police searching for suspect after man shot, seriously injured on city’s west side
Read full article: Detroit police searching for suspect after man shot, seriously injured on city’s west sideDetroit police are looking for the suspect who shot a man, leaving him seriously injured, on the city’s west side Tuesday.
Off-duty Detroit officer gets probation after assaulting neighbor over parking
Read full article: Off-duty Detroit officer gets probation after assaulting neighbor over parkingA police officer who admitted to entering a neighbor’s house and assaulting them over their parking has been sentenced to a year of probation.
18-year-old accused of murdering Wayne County woman found dead behind laundromat pleads guilty
Read full article: 18-year-old accused of murdering Wayne County woman found dead behind laundromat pleads guiltyAn 18-year-old charged in connection with the murder of a Taylor woman who was found dead in June has pleaded guilty to one charge.
Father charged after 6-year-old daughter finds unsecured gun, shoots herself multiple times in Detroit
Read full article: Father charged after 6-year-old daughter finds unsecured gun, shoots herself multiple times in DetroitWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Marcellis Dushaun Williams, 39, of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of his 6-year-old daughter.
Downriver man admits to sending, receiving child porn after messaging undercover agent, feds say
Read full article: Downriver man admits to sending, receiving child porn after messaging undercover agent, feds sayA Flat Rock man is facing federal charges after allegedly messaging an undercover agent, whom he believed was a father promoting a young girl online.
Detroit father charged with abandoning 13-month-old son in impounded vehicle
Read full article: Detroit father charged with abandoning 13-month-old son in impounded vehicleWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Orlander Murnell Linson Jr., 35, of Detroit, in connection with abandoning his 13-month-old son in a vehicle that was later found at an impound lot.
City of Detroit threatens lawsuit as residents are frustrated over boiler noise at rehab center
Read full article: City of Detroit threatens lawsuit as residents are frustrated over boiler noise at rehab centerResidents say a temporary boiler outside a Riverview Health rehab center on Jefferson Avenue is still running despite a city order to shut it off and thousands of dollars in fines.
Detroit Mercy basketball completes stunning turnaround with 15 wins, eyes NCAA Tournament
Read full article: Detroit Mercy basketball completes stunning turnaround with 15 wins, eyes NCAA TournamentTwo years ago, the University of Detroit Mercy Titans men’s basketball team won only one game all season. This year, the Titans have put together one incredible turnaround.
Expert shares identity theft protection tips after medical records dump in Detroit neighborhood
Read full article: Expert shares identity theft protection tips after medical records dump in Detroit neighborhoodAfter piles of medical records from Oakland Physical Therapy & Hand Rehabilitation clinics were found along a Detroit road, a security expert noted that anyone who thinks their information may have been exposed should act quickly.
Downriver family-owned barbershop rebuilds after out-of-control truck plows through building
Read full article: Downriver family-owned barbershop rebuilds after out-of-control truck plows through buildingA beloved Downriver barbershop that’s been part of Lincoln Park for decades is back in business, just weeks after an out-of-control truck destroyed its building.
Detroit police search for man in non-fatal shooting involving vehicle with children inside
Read full article: Detroit police search for man in non-fatal shooting involving vehicle with children insidePolice are searching for a man who they say was in a non-fatal shooting involving a vehicle with children inside.
Sumpter Township declares public safety emergency over hazardous gravel roads, demands Wayne County action
Read full article: Sumpter Township declares public safety emergency over hazardous gravel roads, demands Wayne County actionSumpter Township officials have declared a public safety emergency over what they call the “current hazardous condition” of the community’s gravel roads and are demanding immediate action from Wayne County.
Detroit named ‘most underrated’ in Midwest by Travel + Leisure -- Here are 15+ local spots featured
Read full article: Detroit named ‘most underrated’ in Midwest by Travel + Leisure -- Here are 15+ local spots featuredDetroit has been named the Midwest’s “most underrated” city by Travel + Leisure, with the magazine highlighting a variety of local hotels, restaurants, bars, and attractions that make the city a must-visit destination.
Detroit police seek 13-year-old girl missing from city’s west side
Read full article: Detroit police seek 13-year-old girl missing from city’s west sideAnyone who has seen Mariah Williams or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
3-year I-94 rebuild project in Metro Detroit begins with ramp closures -- what to know
Read full article: 3-year I-94 rebuild project in Metro Detroit begins with ramp closures -- what to knowThe Michigan Department of Transportation has begun construction work on its three-year project to restore and rebuild I-94 from Romulus to Dearborn.
Michigan State Rep. Karen Whitsett not seeking reelection, plans to focus on religion
Read full article: Michigan State Rep. Karen Whitsett not seeking reelection, plans to focus on religionA Michigan State Representative will not run for office again, saying she wants to focus on her religious beliefs.
Medical records found scattered on street, Detroit woman fears her personal information was exposed
Read full article: Medical records found scattered on street, Detroit woman fears her personal information was exposedAfter medical records were found scattered in the street, a Detroit woman said her trust in a rehabilitation clinic has been shattered.
Inkster residents demand answers as water bills spike after meter replacement program
Read full article: Inkster residents demand answers as water bills spike after meter replacement programInkster residents say water bills have spiked since the city installed new water meters last year, and homeowners told the Inkster City Council Monday that their bills keep rising.
Michigan State Rep. Karen Whitsett says she won’t run for office again due to Christian faith
Read full article: Michigan State Rep. Karen Whitsett says she won’t run for office again due to Christian faithMichigan State Representative Karen Whitsett announced she will not seek re-election and will not run for public office again, saying the decision is faith-based and rooted in her commitment to Jesus Christ and the authority of Scripture.
‘You have broken a trust’: Detroit woman says trust shattered after medical records discovered in street
Read full article: ‘You have broken a trust’: Detroit woman says trust shattered after medical records discovered in streetA Detroit woman says her trust in a rehabilitation clinic has been shattered after discovering her personal information was scattered in the street.
Detroit restaurateur ‘Mike B’ Brown killed in triple shooting outside west side bar
Read full article: Detroit restaurateur ‘Mike B’ Brown killed in triple shooting outside west side barWell-known Detroit restaurant owner Michael “Mike B” Brown was fatally shot early Saturday morning on the city’s west side.
Detroit SportsNet unveiled as year-round broadcast home for Tigers, Red Wings
Read full article: Detroit SportsNet unveiled as year-round broadcast home for Tigers, Red WingsIlitch Sports + Entertainment has unveiled a new year-round broadcast home for locally televised Detroit Tigers and Red Wings games.
Driver abandons Jeep after hitting police cruiser working crash on Lodge Freeway
Read full article: Driver abandons Jeep after hitting police cruiser working crash on Lodge FreewayAuthorities are looking for a 29-year-old woman who abandoned her Jeep after hitting an illuminated police cruiser that was working a crash on the Lodge Freeway Sunday afternoon.
Detroit listing prompts debate over AI-enhanced home photos
Read full article: Detroit listing prompts debate over AI-enhanced home photosA bungalow that appears dramatically improved in AI-generated listing photos has reignited questions about trust, disclosure and the role of artificial intelligence in real estate marketing.
Women in Construction Week kicks off with bed build in Detroit
Read full article: Women in Construction Week kicks off with bed build in DetroitNAWIC Detroit, the City of Detroit Construction and Demolition Department, and Sleep in Heavenly Peace teamed up to kick off ‘Women in Construction Week’ with a community bed build that produced about 30 beds for children in Wayne County.
Child hospitalized after shooting self with unsecured handgun on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Child hospitalized after shooting self with unsecured handgun on Detroit’s west sideA child is recovering in the hospital after she accidentally shot herself with an unsecured firearm inside a Detroit home, police said.
Taylor woman wanted for fleeing cops 4 times arrested in car with 9 guns inside, police say
Read full article: Taylor woman wanted for fleeing cops 4 times arrested in car with 9 guns inside, police sayA Taylor woman wanted for fleeing cops four times was arrested in a car with nine guns inside, police said.
How feds say former Plymouth-Canton students hacked into classmates’ nude photos
Read full article: How feds say former Plymouth-Canton students hacked into classmates’ nude photosThree former Plymouth-Canton students teamed together to hack into the private accounts of former classmates to steal nude images and share them, according to federal officials.