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From bad calls to bad tickets: Detroit Pistons fans face double disappointment in new ticket scam
Read full article: From bad calls to bad tickets: Detroit Pistons fans face double disappointment in new ticket scamThe Detroit Pistons aren’t the only team getting robbed in the NBA playoffs, as scammers are targeting fans with a new ticket scam.
‘All I want is my car back’: Stolen car mystery leaves Detroit man with nearly $2K surprise
Read full article: ‘All I want is my car back’: Stolen car mystery leaves Detroit man with nearly $2K surpriseA car towing controversy has left a Detroit man stranded, and Local 4 is working to come to his rescue.
Neighbors become outraged over crime magnet abandoned home on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Neighbors become outraged over crime magnet abandoned home on Detroit’s west sideAn abandoned home on the west side of Detroit has been attracting squatters and criminal activity, and neighbors are fed up and want to take action to secure the property.
Macomb County senior falls victim to $30K bitcoin internet service scam
Read full article: Macomb County senior falls victim to $30K bitcoin internet service scamShe thought she was getting a good deal from a customer service rep with a company she trusted. However, a Macomb County woman is opening up to Local 4 about a scam that cost her more than $30,000.
How Trump’s new tariffs will impact costs of funerals, as many caskets and urns are made overseas
Read full article: How Trump’s new tariffs will impact costs of funerals, as many caskets and urns are made overseasAt a briefing on Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stressed that Trump is open to negotiating tariffs and is taking calls from foreign leaders or industry executives asking for leeway.
Pothole season is here: Here’s how to report road hazards in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Pothole season is here: Here’s how to report road hazards in Metro DetroitI hear you. I know pothole season is here. I have so many emails from viewers all over metro Detroit who want their damn roads fixed. I get it.
Flooded streets, basements cause significant concern for residents in one Detroit neighborhood
Read full article: Flooded streets, basements cause significant concern for residents in one Detroit neighborhoodFlooded streets and basements are causing significant concern for residents in one Detroit neighborhood.
The importance of broad-spectrum sunscreen: Key findings from Consumer Reports
Read full article: The importance of broad-spectrum sunscreen: Key findings from Consumer ReportsSunscreen is essential whether you’re headed to the beach or working in your garden. Consumer Reports just released its exclusive annual sunscreen ratings, putting more than 100 products to the test, and revealing surprising gaps in how they protect you from the sun’s cancer-causing rays.
Flat irons, brushes, and more: Consumer Reports reviews safer hair tools
Read full article: Flat irons, brushes, and more: Consumer Reports reviews safer hair toolsConcerns are growing over the safety of chemical hair relaxers as research suggests that heavy use may be linked to an increased risk of certain cancers.
Consumer Reports: Beware of pet accessory scams, fake products
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Beware of pet accessory scams, fake productsAccording to ASPCA, the annual average cost of caring for a dog or cat is a little more than a thousand dollars for things like food and routine vet visits. But when it comes to pet accessories, the sky’s the limit, and scammers know that!
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Metro Detroit woman warns of Facebook hackers stealing identities, bank info in growing trend
Read full article: Metro Detroit woman warns of Facebook hackers stealing identities, bank info in growing trendMetro Detroit victim Kathy Lamphere shared her story about how Facebook hackers are no longer browsing your photos, but instead, high-tech thieves are now stealing identities and personal banking information, which is a trend that’s becoming increasingly common.
Veteran with disabilities faces battle over mobility van warranty dispute in Eastpointe
Read full article: Veteran with disabilities faces battle over mobility van warranty dispute in EastpointePercy Parker, a disabled veteran, sought assistance from Local 4 Consumer Investigator Hank Winchester after a car controversy caused financial issues for him and his family.
Detroit Lions fan’s Super Bowl ticket saga highlights challenges in resale market
Read full article: Detroit Lions fan’s Super Bowl ticket saga highlights challenges in resale marketJamie Gregory, a devoted Detroit Lions fan from Midland, had a dream shared by many: to see the Lions play in the Super Bowl.
Redford residents struggle with damaged mailboxes as fast-moving snow plows run roughshod
Read full article: Redford residents struggle with damaged mailboxes as fast-moving snow plows run roughshodThere is a serious snow plow problem in Redford. Its fast-moving plow has taken out mailboxes, leaving some without mail.
Brides confront Oakland County store owner who defrauded them of dresses
Read full article: Brides confront Oakland County store owner who defrauded them of dressesVictims confronted the owner of a Birmingham bridal shop in court, accusing her of ruining their weddings by closing abruptly and leaving them without dresses.
Church needs help with toy donation shortfall as clock is ticking on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Church needs help with toy donation shortfall as clock is ticking on Detroit’s west sideTheir toy drive coordinator was having an issue, and the clock is ticking to get toys to nearby children.
Thieves steal woman’s furnace, hot water heater on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Thieves steal woman’s furnace, hot water heater on Detroit’s east sideAfter applying for a grant program, a Metro Detroit woman recently had a new furnace and a hot water heater installed in her home. But days later, crooks stole both as temperatures became frigid.
Detroit Lions' improbable Sunday Night Football victory over Texans sparks citywide fever
Read full article: Detroit Lions' improbable Sunday Night Football victory over Texans sparks citywide feverThe Detroit Lions are back in the “D” and are already looking forward to Sunday’s contest at Ford Field.