16-year-old charged in fatal shooting of 13-year-old outside Highland Park store
Read full article: 16-year-old charged in fatal shooting of 13-year-old outside Highland Park storeProsecutor Kym Worthy has charged a 16-year-old boy from Highland Park in connection with the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy from Detroit.
Detroit rapper Sada Baby waives preliminary exam in drug case
Read full article: Detroit rapper Sada Baby waives preliminary exam in drug caseMacomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido announced that Casada Sorrell, also known as rapper Sada Baby, waived his preliminary exam and was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on a controlled substance possession charge.
Dangerous cold front brings light snow, plunging wind chills to SE Michigan
Read full article: Dangerous cold front brings light snow, plunging wind chills to SE MichiganBitter cold air continues to spill into Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan tonight as a strong cold front pushes through the region. A chance of light snow develops late this evening and overnight, mainly after midnight.
Mario Willis Case: New expert testimony challenges arson theory in 2008 Detroit firefighter death
Read full article: Mario Willis Case: New expert testimony challenges arson theory in 2008 Detroit firefighter deathA defense expert testified Thursday that the 2008 Detroit fire that killed firefighter Walter Harris may not have been arson, challenging the investigation that led to Mario Willisโ conviction.
Police search for suspects involved in barbershop double homicide on Detroitโs west side
Read full article: Police search for suspects involved in barbershop double homicide on Detroitโs west sidePolice are searching for suspects who were involved in a barbershop double homicide on Detroitโs west side.
Residents in 2 Detroit districts now assisted by AI agent for city service calls
Read full article: Residents in 2 Detroit districts now assisted by AI agent for city service callsResidents across two city council districts in Detroit may notice something different when they call for help with neighborhood issues: the person on the other end of the line isnโt a person at all.
14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Ceciliaโs โSay Playโ center
Read full article: 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Ceciliaโs โSay Playโ centerMitch Albomโs 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon brought out countless big names from the world of sports and entertainment on Thursday at the Somerset Collection in Troy.
Light snow this weekend, followed by bitter arctic cold in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Light snow this weekend, followed by bitter arctic cold in Metro DetroitMetro Detroit will see a quick burst of light snow Friday evening, followed by a surge of Arctic air that locks in bitter cold through the weekend.
Mario Willis case: Key defense expert to testify in challenge to 2008 Detroit fatal fire conviction
Read full article: Mario Willis case: Key defense expert to testify in challenge to 2008 Detroit fatal fire convictionA critical hearing that could determine the fate of a man convicted in a Detroit firefighterโs death continues Friday with testimony from a key defense expert who claims the original fire investigation was flawed.
Detroit man sentenced for slashing throat of 7-year-old girl; additional sentence to run concurrently
Read full article: Detroit man sentenced for slashing throat of 7-year-old girl; additional sentence to run concurrentlyGary Lansky, 74, was sentenced for the October 2024 non-fatal assault of a 7-year-old girl in Detroit.
Man accused of sexually assaulting 5-year-old at Detroit McDonaldโs bound over
Read full article: Man accused of sexually assaulting 5-year-old at Detroit McDonaldโs bound overA 34-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl at a McDonaldโs on Detroitโs west side has been bound over for trial.
โWicked and loathsomeโ: Registered sex offender from Detroit sentenced for trafficking adult, minors
Read full article: โWicked and loathsomeโ: Registered sex offender from Detroit sentenced for trafficking adult, minorsA convicted sex offender from Detroit who sex trafficked a woman and two young girls has been sentenced, officials said.
Spirit of Emanuel Steward lives on as Kronk Gym reopens in Detroit
Read full article: Spirit of Emanuel Steward lives on as Kronk Gym reopens in DetroitKronk Gym, one of Detroitโs most legendary boxing institutions, often called the cityโs fifth franchise, has officially reopened its doors.
Mandatory evacuation ordered at Detroit apartment complex after building malfunction cuts power
Read full article: Mandatory evacuation ordered at Detroit apartment complex after building malfunction cuts powerA mandatory evacuation was ordered at a Detroit apartment complex after a building malfunction caused a power outage.
Detroit police Director of Media Relations Jasmine Barmore talks double shooting
Read full article: Detroit police Director of Media Relations Jasmine Barmore talks double shootingDetroit police Director of Media Relations Jasmine Barmore provided an update on a double shooting that occurred on the cityโs west side.
Slushy snow turns to ice across Metro Detroit as tempeatures plummet
Read full article: Slushy snow turns to ice across Metro Detroit as tempeatures plummetA round of heavy, wet snow that fell across Southeast Michigan Tuesday night and Wednesday morning is creating a new hazard as temperatures rapidly drop below freezing.
Can AI be your holiday shopping assistant? Local 4 tests its gift-giving skills
Read full article: Can AI be your holiday shopping assistant? Local 4 tests its gift-giving skillsAs holiday shoppers grapple with finding gifts for challenging recipients, artificial intelligence could be the perfect holiday helper.
Detroitโs free โRides to Careโ program cuts missed baby appointments by more than half
Read full article: Detroitโs free โRides to Careโ program cuts missed baby appointments by more than halfThe first year of prenatal and postnatal care is critical for both moms and babies. But for many Detroit families, just getting to the doctor can be a major challenge.
Mario Willis Case: Defense team challenges fire investigation that led to his conviction
Read full article: Mario Willis Case: Defense team challenges fire investigation that led to his convictionDefense attorneys on Wednesday aggressively challenged the original fire investigation that led to Mario Willisโs prison sentence in the 2008 death of Detroit firefighter Walter Harris.
Grandmaโs yearlong crochet mission brings Christmas magic to Downriver toy drive
Read full article: Grandmaโs yearlong crochet mission brings Christmas magic to Downriver toy driveAn 82-year-old woman from Taylor is putting her heart and hundreds of hours of her time into making sure children across Downriver and Detroit have something special to open on Christmas morning.
Rockies select right-hander RJ Petit from Tigers in Rule 5 draft at winter meetings
Read full article: Rockies select right-hander RJ Petit from Tigers in Rule 5 draft at winter meetingsColorado selected right-hander RJ Petit from Detroit with the first of 13 picks in the Rule 5 draft of unprotected players left off 40-man major league rosters.
Blues sign Dillon Dube, who was acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, to AHL tryout
Read full article: Blues sign Dillon Dube, who was acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, to AHL tryoutThe St. Louis Blues have signed Dillon Dube to an American Hockey League professional tryout agreement.
Desperate tenants turn to ovens, stovetops for warmth as heat fails in Detroit apartment complex
Read full article: Desperate tenants turn to ovens, stovetops for warmth as heat fails in Detroit apartment complexAnother day marked off the calendar means another day without heat for the people living inside the Alden Towers on Detroitโs east side. The city issued a correction order to the apartment last week, but the heat still was not back on Tuesday.
Witness calls fire โaccidentalโ but says Willis ordered him to set it in Detroit firefighter death case
Read full article: Witness calls fire โaccidentalโ but says Willis ordered him to set it in Detroit firefighter death caseIn a dramatic day of testimony on Tuesday, the key witness in a 2008 Detroit firefighter death case repeatedly claimed the fatal fire was an accident, while simultaneously maintaining that the defendant ordered him to start it โ raising new questions about a conviction that has stood for over a decade.
More snow, ice, rain on the way in Metro Detroit: Updated timeline and expected totals
Read full article: More snow, ice, rain on the way in Metro Detroit: Updated timeline and expected totalsMore snow is on the way for Metro Detroit. Snow moves in after 10 p.m. and continues until about 6 a.m., when most of Metro Detroit will see a changeover to rain.
Power stays on at Detroitโs Leland House apartments after owner makes emergency payment to DTE
Read full article: Power stays on at Detroitโs Leland House apartments after owner makes emergency payment to DTEResidents of the Leland House apartments in Detroit can rest easier, as power will remain on.
Multiple witnesses challenge key testimony in 2008 Detroit firefighter death case
Read full article: Multiple witnesses challenge key testimony in 2008 Detroit firefighter death caseA series of witnesses took the stand Monday in what became a dramatic first day of testimony in Mario Willisโ bid for freedom, challenging the credibility of the prosecutionโs key witness in the 2008 Detroit firefighter death case.
Messy morning ahead: Slippery roads expected as early-morning snow moves toward Metro Detroit
Read full article: Messy morning ahead: Slippery roads expected as early-morning snow moves toward Metro DetroitA messy morning is expected in Metro Detroit as snow moves in early Tuesday, making roadways slippery.
Michigan Central leads new era of urban drone testing through AIR initiative
Read full article: Michigan Central leads new era of urban drone testing through AIR initiativeMichigan Central is emerging as a key ecosystem for drone companies and operators, advancing urban drone technology and applications.
NBA star Chris Webber hosts โThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcaseโ in Detroit
Read full article: NBA star Chris Webber hosts โThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcaseโ in DetroitDetroit will be the hub of Michigan basketball excitement next weekend as NBA Hall of Famer Chris Webber hosts โThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcase.โ
Rhonda Walker Foundationโs annual holiday party provides support to families living in shelters
Read full article: Rhonda Walker Foundationโs annual holiday party provides support to families living in sheltersThe Rhonda Walker Foundation hosted its 23rd annual Christmas party at the Boys and Girls Club in Detroit -- providing food, gifts and holiday cheer to more than 100 children and their families staying at shelters.
Hundreds attend Eminemโs 17th annual winter coat giveaway
Read full article: Hundreds attend Eminemโs 17th annual winter coat giveawayHundreds of Detroit families braved frigid temperatures Saturday morning, lining up for Eminemโs annual coat giveaway -- a 17-year tradition that continues to meet growing community needs.
She was dragged out of a Michigan dollar store. Now her family is demanding answers
Read full article: She was dragged out of a Michigan dollar store. Now her family is demanding answersA viral Facebook Live video showed a woman getting dragged out of a dollar store in Michigan. After seeing it, her family is demanding answers.
Light snow, slick roads, subzero wind chills set to hit Metro Detroit this weekend
Read full article: Light snow, slick roads, subzero wind chills set to hit Metro Detroit this weekendLight snow moving into Metro Detroit early Sunday will be followed by another surge of cold air, bringing slippery travel for the first half of the day and wind chills that fall below zero by late Sunday night and Monday morning.
Bucks coach Doc Rivers says he anticipates Giannis Antetokounmpo missing about 4 weeks
Read full article: Bucks coach Doc Rivers says he anticipates Giannis Antetokounmpo missing about 4 weeksMilwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers says he anticipates Giannis Antetokounmpo missing about a month as the two-time MVP recovers from a strained right calf.
Snow possible in Metro Detroit following record low temperatures -- Hereโs how much to expect
Read full article: Snow possible in Metro Detroit following record low temperatures -- Hereโs how much to expectAfter a record-breaking low of 5 degrees Thursday night, we stay in the upper teens and low 20s Friday night.
Holiday-themed entertainment set to fill the stage
Read full article: Holiday-themed entertainment set to fill the stageThis holiday season you can immerse yourself in holiday fun with concerts and musicals, thanks to a full lineup of entertainment planned to take stages at venues across the area from the Fox Theatre to Little Caesars Arena.
Midtown hosts festive holiday event with 50+ businesses
Read full article: Midtown hosts festive holiday event with 50+ businessesOn Saturday, Dec. 6, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., more than 50 Midtown destinations will come together for a festive evening filled with shopping, dining, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Lions standout safety Brian Branch tore his Achilles tendon against the Cowboys, AP source says
Read full article: Lions standout safety Brian Branch tore his Achilles tendon against the Cowboys, AP source saysDetroit Lions safety Brian Branch tore his left Achilles tendon against the Dallas Cowboys, according to a person familiar with the situation.
Big Sean, Usher invest $1M each to launch Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator for youth
Read full article: Big Sean, Usher invest $1M each to launch Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator for youthBig Sean and Usher, both global entertainment icons and Boys & Girls Clubs alumni, have announced a $1 million investment each in Detroit youth through the creation of the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator.
Final pretrial date set for man accused of sexually assaulting, killing Detroit teen NaโZiyah Harris
Read full article: Final pretrial date set for man accused of sexually assaulting, killing Detroit teen NaโZiyah HarrisA final pretrial date for the man accused of sexually assaulting and murdering a Detroit teen who went missing in January 2024 has been set.
Delta issues waiver for DTW passengers affected by ground stop -- details, what that means
Read full article: Delta issues waiver for DTW passengers affected by ground stop -- details, what that meansDelta Air Lines has issued a waiver for Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) passengers who were affected by the ground stop on Friday morning.
Man accused of murdering well-known Detroit neurosurgeon to appear in court. Hereโs why
Read full article: Man accused of murdering well-known Detroit neurosurgeon to appear in court. Hereโs whyThe man accused of murdering a well-known Detroit neurosurgeon is scheduled to appear in court on Friday.
Man accused of murdering NaโZiyah Harris appearing in court today -- What to know
Read full article: Man accused of murdering NaโZiyah Harris appearing in court today -- What to knowThe man accused of sexually assaulting and murdering a Detroit teen who went missing in January 2024 is expected to appear in court on Friday.
Detroit legacy businesses get $50k grants to boost growth, preserve history
Read full article: Detroit legacy businesses get $50k grants to boost growth, preserve historyThousands of dollars in grants are being awarded to longtime Detroit companies, giving them a much-needed business boost. An exclusive celebration captured the momentโs excitement for recipients of the Detroit Legacy Business Project grants.
Near-record cold possible as Arctic air brings subzero wind chills to Metro Detroit
Read full article: Near-record cold possible as Arctic air brings subzero wind chills to Metro DetroitMetro 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.
Detroit manโs fight for freedom: Key hearing set in 2008 firefighter death case
Read full article: Detroit manโs fight for freedom: Key hearing set in 2008 firefighter death caseA 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.
Judge orders power to stay on at Detroit apartment after last-minute funding deal
Read full article: Judge orders power to stay on at Detroit apartment after last-minute funding dealLast 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.
Police search for suspects involved in late-night robbery of restaurant employee in Detroit
Read full article: Police search for suspects involved in late-night robbery of restaurant employee in DetroitPolice are searching for two suspects who were involved in a late-night robbery of an employee inside a Detroit restaurant.
Pistons owner Tom Gores helps bring holiday joy to thousands of Detroit kids
Read full article: Pistons owner Tom Gores helps bring holiday joy to thousands of Detroit kidsTough 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.
City of Detroit reminds residents of warming sites as extreme cold temperatures approach
Read full article: City of Detroit reminds residents of warming sites as extreme cold temperatures approachWith temperatures expected to drop in the coming days, the city of Detroit is reminding residents that daytime respite centers are available.
City moves forward with upgrades at 4 Detroit parks amid rise in security concerns
Read full article: City moves forward with upgrades at 4 Detroit parks amid rise in security concernsThough Detroitโs parks are currently blanketed in snow, city officials say plans are moving forward to improve safety and security at several public green spaces.
โNo secret dealsโ: Saline Township data center plan sparks protests, calls for transparency
Read full article: โNo secret dealsโ: Saline Township data center plan sparks protests, calls for transparencySaline 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.
โHe was the heart of our familyโ: Detroit mother seeks justice 5 years after sonโs hit-and-run death
Read full article: โHe was the heart of our familyโ: Detroit mother seeks justice 5 years after sonโs hit-and-run deathIn March 2020, 27-year-old Steven Radcliff was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Detroit.
Detroit family demands answers after viral video shows Family Dollar employees dragging woman from store
Read full article: Detroit family demands answers after viral video shows Family Dollar employees dragging woman from storeA 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 chainโs Grand River location.
Temps to plunge: Arctic front to bring bitter early-December chill this week across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Temps to plunge: Arctic front to bring bitter early-December chill this week across Metro DetroitThe answer is โnoโ; 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 bridges the gap for people experiencing homelessness in Detroit
Read full article: Pope Francis Center bridges the gap for people experiencing homelessness in DetroitPope Francis Center in Detroit is a place that provides critical services to people experiencing homelessness, including meals, showers, laundry, medical care, and housing support.
Restaurant named after Joe Louis to open new location on Detroit Tigers Opening Day
Read full article: Restaurant named after Joe Louis to open new location on Detroit Tigers Opening DayJoe 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.
Another round of snow moves into region Tuesday morning; bitter cold temperatures later this week
Read full article: Another round of snow moves into region Tuesday morning; bitter cold temperatures later this weekAfter a wintry end of the weekend, weโve got more winter weather on the way through the overnight hours and early on Tuesday morning.
Detroit mayor-elect Mary Sheffield hosts community engagement event to shape her 100-day action plan
Read full article: Detroit mayor-elect Mary Sheffield hosts community engagement event to shape her 100-day action planDetroit mayor-elect Mary Sheffield kept her promise to engage residents by hosting a community event titled โOrganizing to Rise Higherโ at the Marygrove Conservancy.
Residents, lawmakers urge state to shut down US Ecology Detroit South amid odor complaints
Read full article: Residents, lawmakers urge state to shut down US Ecology Detroit South amid odor complaintsResidents and lawmakers are calling for the shutdown of US Ecology Detroit South, a hazardous waste treatment facility seeking permit renewal from state environmental regulators.
Detroit apartment residents ordered to vacate by Wednesday amid utility shutoff threat
Read full article: Detroit apartment residents ordered to vacate by Wednesday amid utility shutoff threatResidents of a downtown Detroit apartment building received notice Friday that they must vacate their homes by Wednesday due to an impending utility shutoff.