A man was fatally shot during an altercation at a gas station on Detroit’s west side.

Police are seeking information about a 14-year-old boy who went missing in Detroit.

Thousands of dollars in grants are being awarded to longtime Detroit companies, giving them a much-needed business boost. An exclusive celebration captured the moment’s excitement for recipients of the Detroit Legacy Business Project grants.

Metro Detroit is getting its coldest air since last winter, with temperatures falling well below normal and wind chills expected to drop into subzero territory by Friday morning.

A key hearing next week could determine freedom for Mario Willis, who has spent 16 years in prison for a fatal fire that killed a Detroit firefighter, a conviction his supporters say was built on changing testimony and missing evidence.

Last Friday, on the day after Thanksgiving, tenants living at the Leland House apartments in Detroit received a shocking letter informing them they would have to move out of the building because ownership was unable to pay a massive DTE Energy bill.

Sadie Mae, a corgi who cannot use her hind legs, has captured hearts with her inspiring spirit after running in a dog race at a Detroit Lions game.

Police are searching for two suspects who were involved in a late-night robbery of an employee inside a Detroit restaurant.

Only one Michigan restaurant was named on the list of top 50 steakhouses in North America, and it's in Detroit.

Police in Detroit are offering a $1,000 reward for information in an armed robbery on Detroit’s east side.

Wind chills could drop to -10° on Thursday and Friday mornings for everyone.

Tough times at home can make holiday cheer a challenge. For almost 20 years, Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores has taken on the challenge to brighten the lives of local kids.

With temperatures expected to drop in the coming days, the city of Detroit is reminding residents that daytime respite centers are available.

Police are seeking information from the community regarding an armed robbery of a Family Dollar in Detroit.

Though Detroit’s parks are currently blanketed in snow, city officials say plans are moving forward to improve safety and security at several public green spaces.

Metro Detroit is thrown into the freezer for the next couple of days, with no thaw in sight for a long time.

Saline Township is divided over a proposed data center powered by DTE Energy. Many residents say they were caught off guard by the plan and worry it is moving forward without enough public discussion.

In March 2020, 27-year-old Steven Radcliff was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Detroit.

Mixology in the D is hosting a holiday cocktail series to teach guests some tricks.

Police are seeking information about a 37-year-old man who went missing in Detroit.

Detroit law firm marks 32 years with statewide growth, parade debut and holiday drive serving 1,500 kids

Meet the alligator that was found in a Detroit home in November.

A Detroit family is seeking answers after a viral Facebook Live video on Monday showed Family Dollar store employees dragging a woman, identified as Sunda Carter, out of the store during an alleged shoplifting incident at the chain’s Grand River location.

The answer is “no”; it should not be this cold in early December. Our average high is 41 degrees, and Thursday and Friday will run a solid 15-20 degrees below normal.

Pope Francis Center in Detroit is a place that provides critical services to people experiencing homelessness, including meals, showers, laundry, medical care, and housing support.

Joe Louis Southern Kitchen, named after the legendary boxer, is set to open its third location on April 3, 2026, coinciding with Detroit Tigers Opening Day.

Police are seeking information about a 15-year-old girl who went missing in Detroit.

After a wintry end of the weekend, we’ve got more winter weather on the way through the overnight hours and early on Tuesday morning.

Detroit mayor-elect Mary Sheffield kept her promise to engage residents by hosting a community event titled “Organizing to Rise Higher” at the Marygrove Conservancy.

Meteorological winter starts Monday, and it looks like an arctic blast will keep things frozen for quite some time.

Residents and lawmakers are calling for the shutdown of US Ecology Detroit South, a hazardous waste treatment facility seeking permit renewal from state environmental regulators.

Residents of a downtown Detroit apartment building received notice Friday that they must vacate their homes by Wednesday due to an impending utility shutoff.

Fork N’ Film is transforming holiday movies into multi-sensory experiences by pairing favorite films with themed menus, cocktails, and mocktails.

Detroit announced a major redevelopment plan for a large portion of the former Packard Plant.

A $1,000 reward has been offered for information that leads to an arrest.

Eastern Market in Detroit is extending its hours this holiday season to help shoppers find unique gifts while supporting local businesses.

After a break in the widespread snow Sunday, cold air settles in for the start of the week.

A man who was arrested for his role in an armed robbery at a Detroit Family Dollar in 2023 has been sentenced two years later.

Discipline has been recommended for three high-ranking officials with the Detroit Fire Department in a payroll fraud investigation months after the Investigators at Local 4 looked into allegations.

A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect until 10 a.m. Sunday, with most areas on track for 4 to 8 inches of accumulation by the time the storm winds down. Some communities near Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie could see 2 to 4 inches.

These young creators are not just making things -- they are developing real-world skills that can open doors for their futures.

Detroit Lions legend Lem Barney has died. He was 80.

Frank Ragnow’s season is over before it started.

Wayne State University's volleyball team made history by winning its first Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title, securing a spot in the NCAA Division II Tournament.

Police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead on Detroit’s west side.

Police are seeking information about a 13-year-old boy who went missing in Detroit.

A winter storm is set to move into Michigan Saturday afternoon, and it is expected to drop five to eight inches of snow across much of southeast Michigan by Sunday morning.

Coming straight from the Detroit Lions Thanksgiving game at Ford Field, wide receiver Jameson Williams spent the evening giving back to families with a free Thanksgiving meal.

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.

A Detroit resident found a baby on their porch the night of Thanksgiving, police said.

A developing winter storm is expected to bring widespread accumulating snow Saturday afternoon through early Sunday, following a sharp drop in temperatures Friday morning.

A missing 27-year-old man from Detroit has been found safe.

A possible domestic dispute was suspected following a Rochester Hills shooting that left a Detroit man critically injured.

Jordan Love converted a pair of fourth downs with touchdown passes in the first half and finished with a career-high-matching four touchdown throws, leading the Green Bay Packers to a 31-24 win over the Detroit Lions on Thursday.

The Canadian-flagged 629-foot self-discharging bulk carrier carrying 18,000 tons of stone that ran aground in the Detroit River near William Milliken State Park in Michigan has refloated.

A freighter carrying 18,000 tons of stone ran aground in the Detroit River on Thanksgiving Morning.

The latest edition of Local 4’s “Backstory” takes us through the history of Detroit’s iconic Hudson’s store and building.

A man who was arrested for his role in an armed robbery at a Detroit Family Dollar in 2023 has been sentenced two years later.

The Detroit Lions are strongly encouraging fans to arrive early for the Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field.

You can watch multiple angles of America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White, with the Parade Zone broadcast!

Insiders can enter to win Somerset Collection gift cards during the broadcast for America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.

Final preparations are underway for America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, ahead of the parade’s 99th appearance on Woodward Avenue on Thursday, Nov. 27th.

A missing 37-year-old man from Detroit has been found safe.

Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and the Boston Celtics ended Detroit’s winning streak at a franchise record-tying 13, outlasting Cade Cunningham and the Pistons 117-114 on Wednesday night.

Many families in Metro Detroit get a head start on Thanksgiving by turning to local bakeries to complete their holiday meals.

Police are seeking information about a 16-year-old girl who went missing in Detroit.

Third Man Records is not your average record store, and now the shop is celebrating ten years in Detroit.

Two teens with gunshot wounds were dropped off at a Detroit police station on Wednesday and are now recovering at a local hospital.

The Motor City is experiencing a surge in hotel development, highlighted by the construction of the new JW Marriott Detroit Water Square and a critical need for more rooms near major convention centers in Metro Detroit.

Southfield Police say they have arrested a 45-year-old Detroit man accused of photographing a 9-year-old girl in a retail store restroom last month.

Six single mothers received an unexpected blessing this holiday season when Detroit business owner Romelo Benji sponsored a Thanksgiving shopping spree at Detroit People’s Food Co-op.

The Detroit Pistons tied a team record with their 13th straight victory, beating the Indiana Pacers 122-117 on Monday night.

Cars lined up for more than a mile along Canfield Street on Detroit‘s east side as hundreds of residents gathered for the fifth annual Corned Beef Giveaway hosted by 48207-11 Grassroots Detroiters.

Detroit’s public transit system is poised for significant upgrades this spring with the opening of a new state-of-the-art DDOT Coolidge Terminal and a $50 million federal grant to replace aging buses.

Police are seeking information about a 28-year-old man who went missing in Detroit.

Discipline has been recommended for three high-ranking officials with the Detroit Fire Department in a payroll fraud investigation months after the Investigators at Local 4 looked into allegations.

Detroit singer-songwriter previews new music

Remember that time the gigantic “Chilly Willy” balloon escaped America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit? Well, the winds are going to be back at it this year.

We are getting a detailed look at the city’s home repair efforts and how the Gilbert Family Foundation’s Detroit home repair fund has helped homeowners.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell explained why his team had to waste a timeout after spiking the ball in the final moments of regulation against the Giants.

A quiet but chilly Sunday night will ease Metro Detroit into a busy holiday week that features rain, a sharp temperature drop and possible snow showers just in time for America’s Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday.

The Detroit Lions have avoided losing consecutive games for the first time in more than three years.

A 26-year-old driver from Romulus was hospitalized Sunday morning after a rollover crash on the southbound Lodge Freeway near the westbound I-94 ramp in Detroit.

Police are seeking information about a 65-year-old man who went missing in Detroit.

Dozens of Detroit residents experiencing homelessness or financial hardship received winter gear and warm meals Saturday during an early morning community support event at Cass Park.

The new list of Michigan’s most dangerous intersections has been released, and we’ve got the top 20.

Metro Detroit is making its way through a mild and mostly pleasant weekend before a chilly Thanksgiving week takes hold.

Homegrown rapper Big Sean turned a BP gas station on Detroit’s east side into a full-blown giveaway and block party Friday. And he brought some backup.

Friendship sparked an unexpected career change for two of Detroit’s newest firefighters, who were among 51 graduates joining the Detroit Fire Department’s ranks Friday.

Detroit kicks off the holiday season Friday evening with the 22nd Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park, and the weather will cooperate. Comfortable temperatures and dry skies will welcome large crowds downtown before a colder weekend settles in across Southeast Michigan.

The city of Detroit has announced details about street closures, parking, bus reroutes and more for the 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White.

Bella Villarreal and Jordan Eyster make history in Nov. 20 inaugural draft

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is likely out for the rest of the season after having back surgery.

The excitement is ramping ahead of the 22nd Annual Detroit Tree Lighting presented the DTE Energy Foundation and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership.

A Detroit man was arrested and charged with allegedly shooting and killing a 27-year-old Marine veteran.

A Michigan mother pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor after giving her daughter a knife that was used in a school stabbing.

This rebrand is a community-driven push to show off Mexicantown’s unique culture and thriving businesses.

The 22nd annual Detroit Tree Lighting is taking over Campus Martius in Downtown Detroit on Friday, and you can watch it live right here.

The 22nd annual Detroit Tree Lighting is taking over Campus Martius in Downtown Detroit on Friday, and you can watch it live right here.

The 22nd annual Detroit Tree Lighting is taking over Campus Martius in Downtown Detroit on Friday, and you can watch it live right here.