The last words Michelle Reed heard from her 6-year-old adopted son in early November were: “Mom, come get me.”.

The quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” Teri Garr has died.

Should you bring a donation for the parents if the baby doesn't need anything?

Police said the teenage mom was shot in the neck as she was getting into her car in an attempt to get away from a domestic violence incident.

If you’re born a woman and live long enough, menopause is inevitable.

Jake Moody has had a good season, but the NFC Championship game puts his parents, Lisa and Chad, particularly his dad, in a difficult spot as Lions fans rooting against their home team.

There are two things Eminem is really good at: rapping and branding.

Caty McNally is one of the few women who played at Wimbledon with a female coach — her mother, Lynn Nabors McNally.

It has this classic old-school feel and all her favorites

Plus, one local city is in the national spotlight thanks to its delicious food -- that’s what’s on the menu for the 60th edition of the Dine In The D Newsletter. (Hi, I’m Michelle!)

Mother’s Day is just 4 days away and we know you may still need to find that perfect gift for her to show her all that she means to you.

Take Mom out for dinner with a $100 Restaurant.com eGift card for just $14

No one fights cancer alone. My mother is a 20-year breast cancer survivor. To my family and me, she is so much more than a statistic.

That appointment was on a Tuesday this March, which happens to be Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Brazil's incoming president has promised to eliminate all deforestation by 2030, which would be a complete change of course for Brazil compared to the last four years.

My daughter, Madison, turns 13 years old today! How can that be? So, that means I am a mom of a teenager? I have to admit, this one is hitting me a bit. How do I do this?

It could happen to any parent in less than two minutes and, sadly, it happened to this mom.

Her mom makes this for a lot of the family birthdays

Actor Anne Heche will be laid to rest at a storied Los Angeles cemetery alongside many Hollywood luminaries.

Enter to Win 4 passes to Gogh with Mom contest!

Australian basketball star Lauren Jackson is making a comeback after retiring six years ago.

Enter to Win 4 passes to Gogh with Mom contest!

If there’s one thing working moms know, it’s that life isn’t fair sometimes, managing the job and the home can take an emotional toll and a new documentary aims to show how it impacts women, families, and society at large.

We should really be celebrating our moms all the time, but especially on Mother’s Day, it’s more important than ever.

To help you celebrate whoever you call mom, we’ve put together a list of gifts to show mom that you care.

At Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Detroit, you will be immersed in Van Gogh’s works – from his sunny landscapes and night scenes to his portraits and still life paintings. The installation includes the Mangeurs de pommes de terre (The Potato Eaters, 1885), the Nuit étoilée (Starry Night, 1889), Les Tournesols (Sunflowers, 1888), and La Chambre à coucher (The Bedroom, 1889), and so much more.

For Mother’s Day, many moms just want some extra time to themselves. So why not take over the cooking for this weekend? If you are new to the kitchen, or just want to keep things simple, we spoke to Carissa Galloway, a Registered Dietician, and Nutritionist, to get her ideas for some easy and nutritious meals and snacks.

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, you might be scrambling for a gift idea: And we all know the usuals. Flowers, gift cards, maybe a cute purse or a trip to her local nail salon.

Learn how she turned her passion for baking into an award-winning business.

It's not too late to make this the best Mother's Day ever!

Mother’s Day is Sunday, and we want to help show your mom the love she deserves!

It’s time to celebrate mom.

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This Saturday is Working Moms Day, and we want you to share with us a tribute of a special mother in your life.

A heartbroken family is pleading for justice two months after Dominique Parchmon and Shyanna Hall were murdered in Wayne.

Besides the game, the Super Bowl is famous for its ads. From the always hilarious Dorito commercial to the surprisingly touching Budweiser spots, but this year a local company made a splash during the commercial break featuring a fairly famous local mom.

Ryan Cochran-Siegle's silver in the super-G at the Beijing Games has given the United States its first men's Alpine skiing Olympic medal since 2014.

There is nothing cuter than little-kid artwork, is there?

With most schools closed Wednesday (Feb. 2), some families are spending the snow day on the slopes.

When this local woman became a mother she was overjoyed.

A man from Dearborn is facing multiple charges after police said he tried to kidnap and sexually assault a 12-year-old inside a Novi grocery store.

A growing amount of deliberately false information about the COVID vaccine is being targeted specifically at women who are pregnant, according to experts.

What’s the Buzz is all about a viral video on TikTok. We are in peak summer travel season, but is a vacation really a vacation for moms?

Finding the right care for yourself or an aging loved one can be a challenge.

They say a mother’s job is never done.

Comedian Cocoa Brown will be making people laugh at her multiple shows in the D.

Local moms weigh in on what they really want this Mother's Day, and if they get the credit they deserve. That's what we're chatting about on "What's the Buzz."

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and there is no better year than this one to take a moment to acknowledge the moms in our lives and all that they do.

If you’re not sure what to get the person you call mom, we’ve got you covered.

Mother’s Day should be every day of the year, and we know you appreciate your mom and all that she has done for you throughout her life.

A 7-year-old girl was shot in Detroit following a domestic violence dispute Wednesday night, officials say.

The exception is 44-year-old Daoyou Feng, an employee at Youngs Asian Massage near Woodstock about whom little is known. Instead those relatives are mourning her death Tuesday at the Aromatherapy Spa in Atlanta. “From what I understand, he was at the spa that day doing some work for them,” said Michels’ younger brother, John Michels of Commerce, Michigan. “He was actually looking to start his own massage spa. Family members said Yaun and her husband were first-time customers at Youngs, eager for a chance to unwind.

Now a senior at Bloomfield Hills High School, he is the captain of the varsity basketball and football teams. “My dad struggled daily to get back to being the man he was before the strokes,” he said. “I found my courage to persevere through my life by watching him.”AdCarey’s fatherly love through tough times inspired Jordan to make his family proud. In the future, Jordan hopes to play basketball in college and major in communication or journalism with a focus in sports commentary. Facebook: facebook.com/4FrenzyWe would like to thank our sponsors Meijer and Hungry Howie’s Pizza for their support.

JACKSON, Mich. – Just days before Thanksgiving, a Michigan family lost both of their parents to coronavirus. Nov. 28, 2020: Michigan coronavirus cases up to 350,021; Death toll now at 9,036Leslie and Patricia McWalters spent nearly 50 years together before dying on the same day, one minute apart. “One wouldn’t have wanted to be without the other.”The couple was married for more than 47 years. “They picked their battles.”But coronavirus was a battle the Jackson couple couldn’t beat. “Our entire family is completely devastated.”Anyone who believes they might have coronavirus should follow the CDC guidelines.

HOWELL, Mich. For many families back to school time marks a milestone, and that means you may celebrate with special traditions, but in the middle of a pandemic, those traditions may look different this year. The first day of school this year looked very different for the Weber family. I just think traditions strengthen family bonds with siblings that brings the siblings closer together, Weber said. It kind of fires us up for the fall season and ends up being a lot of fun for the kids too, Weber said. Whatever you can do thats going to satisfy your heart and your childrens heart is the best possible scenario.MORE: Return to School

The following is a response to our call for people to share thoughts and concerns about Michigan schools returning to in-person learning this fall. Most families will find ways for their children to continue learning academic and social skills even in this abnormal time. Gretchen Whitmer revealed her plan to help schools across the state return to in-person learning this fall. The MI Safe Schools Return to School Roadmap is a 63-page document that outlines coronavirus (COVID-19) safety protocols for each phase of Whitmers reopening plan. Please share your thoughts and concerns about returning to in-person learning this fall -- we want to hear from you:Related:

Kara Lawson has always wanted to coach at Duke a fact the first-time college coach hadn't shared with many people. Thats how highly I thought of the institution and the job," Lawson said on an introductory Zoom call Monday. Mom was the one who wanted me to go to Duke, Lawson said. I wanted to become a coach and learn from the best and that led me to Knoxville, Lawson said. Lawson knows one of her first tasks will be to hire assistants.

DETROIT Weve spent months staying home, staying safe and staying indoors. Those are one of the things that theyll go have their own accord, pull them out and its probably at least a good 30 minutes to an hour of imaginative play acting out all sorts of different things, Jeeyoung said. Another easy idea is to turn your kitchen table into a craft station with whatever you already have around the house. Jeeyoung likes to use a roll of paper -- the bigger the better -- and then add to it. Even with gardening and things like that, but it was even with the bigger boxes, my kids have had a blast.

The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. This article is sponsored by Visit FloridaThe fifth and final winner of the Live In The D Essential Moms Contest was announced Friday. Live In The D received hundreds of nominations for moms who are sacrificing so much. The fifth winner is Catherine Fox, an RN in the Labor and Delivery Unit at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. If you would like to plan your next trip to Florida, visit visitflorida.com.

Diamonds Steak and Seafood in Royal Oak is one of them, still serving up their sizzling steaks and scrumptious seafood for carryout. The Royal Oak location is actually the second Diamonds location, with the first one being in Howell. The Royal Oak location is lighter, and more modern, with diamonds sketched on the walls and their alcohol selection on full display. For Mothers Day, they are offering many specials for Mothers day including an oven-ready feast, brunch, and other kits you can prepare at home. All orders for Mothers Day must be placed by 8 pm today, May 8th.

Published: May 4, 2020, 7:59 amDETROIT – We want to pamper one local mom who is working on the frontlines during this pandemic. What she could win:Gift Basket from 6 Salon worth $200, including a gift card, products, makeover certificate and Zoom call with George Nikollaj. Blake’s Orchard and Cider Mill: Mother’s Day Basket filled with goodies from Blake’s Hard Cider, Blake Farms, plus a $50 Blake’s gift card. value $125)Papa Romano’s ‘Mom’s Day’ Combo (Approx. value $50)Rules for Local 4 Today’s Frontline Moms ContestWe’ll announce a winner during Local 4 Today on Friday!

Why not take a minute to fill out your Census form, while you have some down time? If you’re computer-savvy and you want to fill out your questionnaire online, it’ll only take you 3 to 5 minutes. Click or tap here and you can still submit your form online. Nope, nope and nope. It was no big deal, I just don’t remember filling out my form last time and this surprised me for a sec.

Right after Candace Hall turned in her dissertation, wrapping up her time as a student at Maryville University, she walked out to a sweet surprise. They were doing the floss dance to 1K Phews song We Did It. After the dancing, they picked up signs that read "I love you mom!" Halls dissertation examined the factors that contribute to job satisfaction in academia, especially among faculty of color. I just hope my kids remember this when they get older and they feel like, 'Oh, I cant do it.' I hope they look back to this moment, like, Look what mom did, Hall said.

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An Illinois girl got the scare of her young life as a coyote chased her around her yard. Surveillance video shows 5-year-old Christine playing in her driveway as unbeknownst to her the coyote begins following. No one in the family had ever seen a coyote in their neighborhood, which is just outside Chicago. Christine said it chased her, coming so close she could feel its hair. The girl said she was afraid it was going to eat me," but luckily for her, she was able to make it inside before anything terrible occurred.

KOVR via CNNNORTH LAKE TAHOE, California - Sheriff's deputies had to get creative as they devised a plan to free a bear cub trapped in a dumpster, KOVR reported. They filmed the entire rescue and had to work cautiously as the mother bear was watching closely with siblings nearby. Nevins responded with deputies Bryant and Staley, discovering the bear cub trapped in the dumpster behind the Crown Motel. "Mom was circling the dumpster and you don't really want to get between the mother bear and her cub," Nevins said. As they backed away, the bear cub made good on his escape.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. - After Bebe's "Big Day Out," complete with an ice cream party on Thursday, there is awesome news to share about the shelter dog at Virginia's Richmond Animal League (RAL). But despite the diagnoses, the dog described as a "sweet boy" has been spending his days at RAL waiting for his forever home. 'Bebe's Big Day Out'Shelter staffers wanted to do something special for the beloved dog, so they took him on "Bebe's Big Day Out" Thursday. The big day included riding in the car with the windows down and picking out whatever he wanted at Petco. Bebe also indulged in his very own ice cream party complete with four flavors of dog-safe ice cream, cool whip, sprinkles, waffle cones and cherries.

Devon Mosley Jr., from Oakland, California, has always loved to draw, but it wasnt until recently that the rest of his family realized his talent thanks to social media. I guess his mom knew but we didnt, April Littlefield, Devons grandmother, told InsideEdition.com. Before she knew it, the video had millions of views and celebrities chiming in on Devons talent. Even Lil Nas X retweeted Devons video. While Devon only draws when the mood strikes, his family is now encouraging him to do it more.

A woman is being praised for how she politely declined the services of a contractor flying a Confederate flag from his truck. Allison and Zeke Brown were so taken aback when the man showed up with the flag in tow, they immediately fired him. A 70-year-old doctor who set a world record at the Los Angeles Marathon earlier this year has been disqualified after being accused of cheating. A Las Vegas police officer was fired after he "froze" during the 2017 massacre that killed 58 people and injured hundreds more. For more Inside Edition stories, tune in to today's show.

"Mom only moved down there three or four years ago, but she loved it, and she had so many friends there," son Wade Fleming said. She had a bump on her leg, a three-quarter-inch cut on her left shin, according to Wade Fleming. "She got mad when I tried to make a fuss, you know the way mothers are," Wade Fleming said. Flesh-eating bacteria stop blood circulation and cause tissue to die and skin to decay, according to the CDC. Blunt trauma that doesn't tear the skin can also permit entry of flesh-eating bacteria, according to the CDC.

Maybe you’re preparing for maternity leave, or maybe one of your friends is expecting a baby and wondering what to expect. So, staying home with a new baby isn't necessarily hard like work can be hard, but it's FAR from easy. And maybe even your spouse had to return to work already, so you're balancing a new baby all day. Heck, maybe we're off-base on this one and you’ll want to barricade inside your house the whole time you're on leave. And just remember, so long as you keep yourself and your new baby top of mind, nothing you do is wrong.

All 4 Pets is celebrating Mother's Day this year, and we need your help! Share a photo of mom with her favorite pet (or pets!) and we'll build a huge multimedia gallery celebrating two of the things we love most. For the creative and adventurous, join the #whatmyhumandoes challenge and write about Mom from your pet's perspective. We celebrate all moms, so send in pics of mama dogs, cats, birds, rabbits ... we love them all!

Miller went to art school, graduated and had a successful career in advertising. Miller returned to Detroit and started Pubic Art Workz, where he mentors budding young artists as they pursue their passion for the arts. A lot of kids can't express themselves through writing or through music, or even sometimes verbally," Miller said. "It will be a great opportunity for Detroit to show good will ambassadorship to the world," said Miller. Building "selfie-esteem" one brush stroke at a time, Miller is reinventing the arts in the heart of Detroit.