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Violence prevention groups join forces with Detroit Lions star to give back this Christmas
Read full article: Violence prevention groups join forces with Detroit Lions star to give back this ChristmasMembers of local Community Violence Intervention (CVI) groups across the city of Detroit are working to make sure some of the families in the areas they serve are not ignored this holiday season.
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.
Owners of popular food truck alarmed after generator theft causes setback in Detroit
Read full article: Owners of popular food truck alarmed after generator theft causes setback in DetroitOperators of a popular food truck are raising the alarm about a recent theft that has damaged their business in Detroit.
Police seek help in hit-and-run of pedestrian dragged 20-30 feet near Wayne State University campus
Read full article: Police seek help in hit-and-run of pedestrian dragged 20-30 feet near Wayne State University campusThe Detroit Police Department is seeking help regarding a hit-and-run near the campus of Wayne State University.
Detroit Pistons star brightens Christmas for kids at Henry Ford St. John Children’s Hospital
Read full article: Detroit Pistons star brightens Christmas for kids at Henry Ford St. John Children’s HospitalTwo days after dropping 16 points to lead the Detroit Pistons to an overtime win over the Miami Heat, former Michigan Wolverines star Tim Hardaway Jr. visited Henry Ford St. John Children’s Hospital to spread some Christmas cheer.
How many puns could Jason and Darnell fit into 1 Wienermobile interview? Viewer beware!
Read full article: How many puns could Jason and Darnell fit into 1 Wienermobile interview? Viewer beware!How many puns could Jason Colthorp and Darnell Blackburn fit into a Wienermobile interview? We’re so glad you asked!
Video shows police arrest 5 after Amazon driver robbed at gunpoint in Detroit
Read full article: Video shows police arrest 5 after Amazon driver robbed at gunpoint in DetroitFive people have been arrested in connection to the armed robbery of an Amazon delivery driver in Detroit, police said.
Police seek help in homicide investigation following stabbing on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Police seek help in homicide investigation following stabbing on Detroit’s east sideThe Detroit Police Department is seeking help regarding a homicide that occurred on the city’s east side.
2 bills aim to increase transparency in Lansing by subjecting top officials to FOIA requests
Read full article: 2 bills aim to increase transparency in Lansing by subjecting top officials to FOIA requestsDemocratic House Speaker Joe Tate of Detroit presided over an empty House chamber before adjourning Wednesday.
Suspect in custody after car left with bullet holes in road rage shooting on Southfield Freeway
Read full article: Suspect in custody after car left with bullet holes in road rage shooting on Southfield FreewayA suspect who allegedly shot at a Taylor man’s car on Southfield Freeway Wednesday morning has been identified.
Plan unveiled to transform stalled Wayne County jail into innovation district
Read full article: Plan unveiled to transform stalled Wayne County jail into innovation districtThe stalled Wayne County Criminal Justice Center complex on Gratiot Avenue may soon be transformed as a new plan was unveiled on Tuesday.
Lions' David Montgomery gives injury update while supporting Detroit youth community coat drive
Read full article: Lions' David Montgomery gives injury update while supporting Detroit youth community coat driveDetroit Lions running back David Montgomery gave an update on his injury during his partnership with The Yunion, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting youth while teaming up for a community coat drive.
New investment survey aims to address neighborhood challenges in Detroit
Read full article: New investment survey aims to address neighborhood challenges in DetroitResidents across Detroit are receiving information about a new survey and tool designed to gather perspectives on lived experiences and potential opportunities for investment in various neighborhoods.
Everything we know: Man falls to his death onto Lodge Freeway after gas station clerk chases, shoots him
Read full article: Everything we know: Man falls to his death onto Lodge Freeway after gas station clerk chases, shoots himA man has died after he was allegedly chased out of a gas station by an employee who shot at him, which led to him jumping onto the Lodge Freeway, where he died from his injuries.
Man dies after gas station employee chases, shoots at him, causing fatal fall onto Lodge Freeway
Read full article: Man dies after gas station employee chases, shoots at him, causing fatal fall onto Lodge FreewayA man has died after he was allegedly chased out of a gas station by an employee who shot at him, which led to him jumping onto the Lodge Freeway, where he died from his injuries.
Family demands justice in unsolved murder of retired Detroit police sergeant
Read full article: Family demands justice in unsolved murder of retired Detroit police sergeantRetired Detroit police Sergeant Devon Jackson, 49, was tragically shot and killed on the Southfield Freeway in Detroit on Dec. 15, 2023, according to Michigan State Police.
4 teens charged in Detroit carjacking leading to shootout with officer
Read full article: 4 teens charged in Detroit carjacking leading to shootout with officerProsecutor Kym Worthy has charged a 17-year-old boy, two 16-year-old juvenile boys, and a 14-year-old boy, all of Detroit, in connection with a carjacking of a 67-year-old Detroit man’s vehicle that led to an officer-involved shooting.
Detroit police investigating string of smash-and-grab car break-ins near Midtown
Read full article: Detroit police investigating string of smash-and-grab car break-ins near MidtownDetroit police are investigating reports of several vehicle break-ins at parking lots in the city's Midtown neighborhood.
Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions' winning streak
Read full article: Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions' winning streakJosh Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 win over the Detroit Lions.
The Detroit area's many Syrians are celebrating Assad's overthrow and planning long-delayed visits
Read full article: The Detroit area's many Syrians are celebrating Assad's overthrow and planning long-delayed visitsLike millions of Syrians around the world, the thousands who have settled in the Detroit area are excited about the prospect of visiting now that rebels have overthrown the government of ousted President Bashar Assad.
Wrong-way drivers create chaos, leaving victims to pick up pieces on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Wrong-way drivers create chaos, leaving victims to pick up pieces on Detroit’s east sideLocal 4 is tracking wrong-way drivers causing death and destruction on the Lodge Freeway and now on I-75 at 7 Mile Road, and the driver got away.
Local 4 General Manager Bob Ellis shares heartfelt message to honor legacy of Devin Scillian
Read full article: Local 4 General Manager Bob Ellis shares heartfelt message to honor legacy of Devin ScillianSaying goodbye to Devin is like saying so long to that chair in the family room where you always sit when the family gathers to watch the game.
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.
Cold temps persist, but milder windchills bring relief this weekend for Metro Detroiters
Read full article: Cold temps persist, but milder windchills bring relief this weekend for Metro DetroitersSnow leaves, but cold temperatures stay at least one more day. It will be cold once again overnight, with lows around 13 degrees. The wind will be lighter Thursday night, so wind chills will not be as cold Friday morning.
Stellantis offering $3.3 million in home repair funding grants for neighbors of Detroit plant
Read full article: Stellantis offering $3.3 million in home repair funding grants for neighbors of Detroit plantStellantis announced it is partnering with the city to offer an additional $3.3 million in home repair grants to neighbors living near the Mack Assembly Plant on Detroit’s east side.
Teen accused of dragging police officer with car in Detroit turns self in
Read full article: Teen accused of dragging police officer with car in Detroit turns self inThe teen accused of driving away from a traffic stop while dragging a police officer with his car has turned himself in, according to authorities.
All-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet acquired by Red Sox from White Sox for prospects
Read full article: All-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet acquired by Red Sox from White Sox for prospectsAll-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet has been acquired by the Boston Red Sox from the Chicago White Sox for four prospects.
Police seek tips after 2 men caught on camera setting Detroit house on fire with Molotov cocktail
Read full article: Police seek tips after 2 men caught on camera setting Detroit house on fire with Molotov cocktailPolice are seeking tips as they continue to search for two men who were caught on video setting a Detroit house on fire by busting open a window and tossing a Molotov cocktail inside.
Detroit man arrested after authorities find thousands of child sexually explicit images, videos in his phone
Read full article: Detroit man arrested after authorities find thousands of child sexually explicit images, videos in his phoneA Detroit man was arrested for having several thousands of images and videos of child sexually explicit content, according to authorities.
Judge dismisses charges against 2 Macomb County election workers in double-voting case
Read full article: Judge dismisses charges against 2 Macomb County election workers in double-voting caseA judge has dismissed charges against two election workers in suburban Detroit who were accused of helping four people vote twice in the summer primary election.
Everything we’ve learned about DDOT bus driver badly hurt by wrong-way driver on Lodge
Read full article: Everything we’ve learned about DDOT bus driver badly hurt by wrong-way driver on LodgeWe’ve learned much more about the DDOT bus driver who was badly injured in a wrong-way crash that left a pickup driver dead on the Lodge Freeway.
Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping season
Read full article: Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping seasonThe holiday shopping season is underway, and this year small businesses have less time to capitalize on the busy shopping period.
Longtime Detroit food company makes generous donation to Forgotten Harvest
Read full article: Longtime Detroit food company makes generous donation to Forgotten HarvestWorkers at Forgotten Harvest are excited about a significant donation that they say could help meet the immediate grocery needs of thousands of families across Metro Detroit.
‘Can Dampbell’: HopCat holds Detroit Lions head coach look-a-like contest
Read full article: ‘Can Dampbell’: HopCat holds Detroit Lions head coach look-a-like contestThe Lions are gearing up to take on the Bills on Sunday and preparing to keep the winning streak going. Although the Lions had a weekend off, fans stayed busy.