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Fatal shooting in Redford motel leads to murder charge against boyfriend
Read full article: Fatal shooting in Redford motel leads to murder charge against boyfriendWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jose Angel Oquendo-Torruella, 39, of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of girlfriend Valentina Colban, 37, also of Detroit.
Domestic violence survivor reacts to 2 men being killed in Metro Detroit separate shootings
Read full article: Domestic violence survivor reacts to 2 men being killed in Metro Detroit separate shootingsTwo separate domestic violence situations left two men dead, with one in Warren and the other in Redford.
Redford man who orchestrated computer fraud, online drug distribution schemes sentenced to 10 years
Read full article: Redford man who orchestrated computer fraud, online drug distribution schemes sentenced to 10 yearsDoyal Kalita, 37, of Redford, was sentenced for defrauding internet users through scam virus alerts and distributing controlled substances online.
Redford man arrested for performing sex acts in front of women inside popular stores
Read full article: Redford man arrested for performing sex acts in front of women inside popular storesA Redford man heads to court Thursday on some shocking charges as he is accused of confronting young women as they shopped in popular stores in Livonia and then performing a sex act in front of them.
โWheelie on the freeway!โ: Biker does tricks, goes 100 mph, runs out of gas in Oakland County
Read full article: โWheelie on the freeway!โ: Biker does tricks, goes 100 mph, runs out of gas in Oakland CountyA motorcyclist fleeing police did wheelies and doughnuts and reached 100 mph before running out of gas in Oakland County.
Redford Union Schools remove controversial book amidst concerns over original publishing title
Read full article: Redford Union Schools remove controversial book amidst concerns over original publishing titleRedford Union School District removed a controversial book title after concerns were raised over its original publishing title.
Redford Township police seeks missing woman with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia
Read full article: Redford Township police seeks missing woman with bipolar disorder, schizophreniaAnyone who has seen Lashon Blackwell or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Redford Township Police Department at 313-387-2500.
Nearly 150K still without power after severe storms move through Southeast Michigan
Read full article: Nearly 150K still without power after severe storms move through Southeast MichiganDTE Energy said some residents will be waiting until Saturday or beyond for power to be restored after severe storms swept through Southeast Michigan on Wednesday.
โI had a feelingโ: Wayne County man wins $1M prize playing Michigan Lottery instant game
Read full article: โI had a feelingโ: Wayne County man wins $1M prize playing Michigan Lottery instant gameA Wayne County man won a $1 million prize playing Michigan Lotteryโs Millionaire Maker II instant game.
Shirtless man flees from crime scene on foot, fatally struck by passing car on I-96
Read full article: Shirtless man flees from crime scene on foot, fatally struck by passing car on I-96A shirtless man who ran from a crime scene was struck and killed by a passing car on I-96 Sunday morning, Michigan State Police say.
Michigan State Police troopers save man attempting to jump from overpass onto I-96 in Redford
Read full article: Michigan State Police troopers save man attempting to jump from overpass onto I-96 in RedfordMichigan State Police (MSP) troopers were able to save a man as he attempted to jump from an overpass onto I-96 in Redford on Friday.
Redford woman accused of embezzling $176K from Big Ikeโs Roofing Co. in Whitmore Lake during employment
Read full article: Redford woman accused of embezzling $176K from Big Ikeโs Roofing Co. in Whitmore Lake during employmentA Wayne County woman could face years in prison if convicted of stealing from her employer.
Michigan Lottery: 2 $1M Powerball winning tickets sold in New Buffalo, Redford
Read full article: Michigan Lottery: 2 $1M Powerball winning tickets sold in New Buffalo, RedfordAlthough no one matched Saturday nightโs six-number Powerball jackpot, two lucky Michiganders could be $1 million richer after matching the winning numbers on the five white balls.
South Redford School District reopens Thursday after cyberattack caused canceled classes
Read full article: South Redford School District reopens Thursday after cyberattack caused canceled classesSouth Redford School District canceled classes Tuesday and Wednesday due to a cyberattack that impacted students and teachers.
South Redford School District to remain closed Wednesday after cyber attack
Read full article: South Redford School District to remain closed Wednesday after cyber attackThe Cyber Forensic team has advised the South Redford School District to remain closed on Wednesday after classes were closed Tuesday due to a cyber attack.
What we know about a cyberattack in South Redford School District that caused classes to be canceled
Read full article: What we know about a cyberattack in South Redford School District that caused classes to be canceledSouth Redford School District canceled classes today due to a cyberattack that may have possibly leaked personal information about students, teachers and their families.
Man faces 20 charges after shooting at Detroit officers while fleeing in stolen truck, police say
Read full article: Man faces 20 charges after shooting at Detroit officers while fleeing in stolen truck, police sayA man is facing 20 felony charges after he fired shots at Detroit police officers while fleeing from them in a stolen pickup truck, officials said.
Redford man shot by police charged with assault, sex assault of wife, teen boy, mother-in-law
Read full article: Redford man shot by police charged with assault, sex assault of wife, teen boy, mother-in-lawA man who was shot by Redford Township police responding to a domestic altercation last Saturday has been charged after allegedly assaulting and sexually assaulting a child and two women.
Redford mom demands answers from school district after her 8-year-old son with autism wandered home from school by himself
Read full article: Redford mom demands answers from school district after her 8-year-old son with autism wandered home from school by himselfWhen Christi Greenwalt popped back in at home Tuesday (Feb. 15) before picking up her son from school, she noticed something strange. Her 8-year-old son was already home.
16-year-old boy, 12-year-old girl charged in connection with Wayne County school threats
Read full article: 16-year-old boy, 12-year-old girl charged in connection with Wayne County school threatsTwo students, a 16-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl, have been charged with directing threats at Wayne County schools.
Methodist Childrenโs Home Society staffer shares concerns after 3 injured in Ferndale crash
Read full article: Methodist Childrenโs Home Society staffer shares concerns after 3 injured in Ferndale crashAn employee at the group home spoke with Local 4 to share concerns about what is happening at the home.
Scooters inside carjacked Penske truck allow police to track vehicle, suspect in Redford Township
Read full article: Scooters inside carjacked Penske truck allow police to track vehicle, suspect in Redford TownshipPolice around Metro Detroit were on the lookout Wednesday night for a Penske truck carjacked at Wayne State University. However, police were able to track the truck because of what was in the back.
Family sues Redford Township police over rough arrest they say led to death of 58-year-old man
Read full article: Family sues Redford Township police over rough arrest they say led to death of 58-year-old manA family is suing Redford Township police and Redford Township over the rough arrest of a 58-year-old man with health problems who later died.
Redford Union Schools selects superintendent despite teachers union vote of no confidence
Read full article: Redford Union Schools selects superintendent despite teachers union vote of no confidenceAbout 75 Redford teachers marched out ahead of Tuesdayโs Board of Education meeting where a new superintendent is to be selected.
Redford police: Barricaded situation ends, no further danger to public
Read full article: Redford police: Barricaded situation ends, no further danger to publicPolice in Redford Township announced the barricaded situation on Lucerne Avenue, between Capitol and Wadsworth streets, has come to an end Sunday evening.
Nightside Report April 11, 2021: Redford residents asked to shelter in place, investigation into shooting closes stretch of I-96, โClean Slateโ eligibility expanded
Read full article: Nightside Report April 11, 2021: Redford residents asked to shelter in place, investigation into shooting closes stretch of I-96, โClean Slateโ eligibility expandedHere are tonight's top stories.
Walk-in COVID vaccinations available Tuesday, March 23 for Dearborn-area residents over 50
Read full article: Walk-in COVID vaccinations available Tuesday, March 23 for Dearborn-area residents over 50(AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)DEARBORN, Mich. โ Walk-in coronavirus vaccinations are being offered to Dearborn-area residents aged 50 and older on Tuesday, March 23. Dearborn residents seeking to schedule a specific COVID-19 vaccination appointment can do so at the cityโs website right here. As of Monday, March 22, all Michigan residents 50 years old and older are now eligible to receive a coronavirus vaccine. Michigan residents aged 16 and up who have disabilities and/or medical conditions, as well as their caregiver family members and guardians, are also eligible to get vaccinated. More: How people working in Detroit can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointment
Michigan lawmakers join 7UP workers picketing in Redford
Read full article: Michigan lawmakers join 7UP workers picketing in RedfordREDFORD, Mich. โ For the 10th day in a row, 7UP workers picket outside the distribution center in Redford. Workers said they are on strike to fight a two-tier wage system and for a fair disciplinary process. โHe worked for this company and heโs out here saying heโs never seen anything like this. โTheyโre not going to let their jobs get diminished. Weโre not going to work for a second-tier wage.โParent company Keurig Dr Pepper released the following statement regarding the strike:
Redford Township break-in suspect arrested after chase, accused of fighting with officers
Read full article: Redford Township break-in suspect arrested after chase, accused of fighting with officersREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ A 49-year-old Garden City man is accused of breaking into restaurants before leading police officers on a chase and injuring one of them Monday in Redford Township. Police said Mark Joseph Tulik broke into two restaurants in Redford Township. Officers stopped his vehicle near 5 Mile Road and Chatham Street but he fled. Police pursued but called off the chase when the suspectโs vehicle traveled into oncoming traffic near Michigan Avenue and Venoy Road. Police said a Redford Township officer received several stitches in the elbow region after fighting with the suspect.
Hundreds of victims identified in Metro Detroit mail theft bust
Read full article: Hundreds of victims identified in Metro Detroit mail theft bustTwo men are being accused of stealing mail from hundreds of Metro Detroit homes in an effort to defraud one or more banks. Justin Lohman and Justin Cutshaw are being charged with several federal criminal counts of identity theft, bank fraud stolen mail and aiding and abetting. A 13-page criminal complaint against the pair alleges that they knowingly possessed stolen mail and used personal identifying information contained within that stolen mail to execute an ongoing scheme to defraud one or more banks. At least four police departments are involved in the investigation, including departments from Grand Rapids, Livonia, Westland and West Bloomfield. Police also discovered 19 additional stolen mail victims from six different communities in evidence that the men left at a Grand Rapids hotel.
Endangered Missing Advisory for 8-year-old Redford girl canceled
Read full article: Endangered Missing Advisory for 8-year-old Redford girl canceledREDFORD, Mich. โ On Saturday, an Endangered Missing Advisory issued for 8-year-old Maleah Elizabeth Wissert was canceled. Redford police say the child was located and is safe. Authorities issued the EMA Friday night for Wissert who went missing near the intersection of Seven Mile Road and Beech Daly in Redford. MORE: Missing In Michigan
New Metro Detroit business owner gives back to those in need
Read full article: New Metro Detroit business owner gives back to those in needREDFORD, Mich โ A new business owner in Metro Detroit decided to make giving back to the community her first order of business. Kathyna Melton is a single Metro Detroit mother of two who used to manage at a Dominos Pizza. Since then, sheโs gone from worker to boss by working hard, building credit and dreaming big. Her first order of business was to not sell, but to give. You can watch Paula Tutmanโs full story in the video below.
Police surround Redford home with barricaded gunman inside
Read full article: Police surround Redford home with barricaded gunman insideREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ Police have surrounded a Redford Township home Thursday afternoon where an armed man has barricaded himself. Officials say a domestic situation at a residence in the area of Lexington and Norfolk resulted in the gunman pointing a firearm at another individual. When officers responded to the scene, the gunman pointed the weapon at the hostage and barricaded himself inside the home, police say. It is unclear who is inside the home with the gunman at this time. Officials say officers will enter the home at some point.
Woman turns herself in to police in connection with fatal hit-and-run on Detroitโs east side
Read full article: Woman turns herself in to police in connection with fatal hit-and-run on Detroitโs east sideDETROIT โ A 27-year-old woman from Redford surrendered herself to police Sunday morning in connection to a deadly hit-and-run. According to authorities, at about 3:20 a.m., the victim was crossing the street near the intersection of Gratiot Avenue and Fordham Street when she was struck by the vehicle. Police said the driver turned herself over to police at about 4:30 a.m. and she was taken into custody without incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2279 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. More: Detroit crime news
Redford Township police seek missing 14-year-old girl
Read full article: Redford Township police seek missing 14-year-old girlREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ Police have canceled the Emergency Missing Advisory for Kyara Shepherd Tuesday night. The Redford Police Department said she has been located. Original story:Police are asking for help finding a 14-year-old girl who went missing Monday morning in the area of Beech Daly and 5 Mile roads in Redford Township. Kyara Shepherd is described as Black, standing about 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing about 120 pounds. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Redford Township Police Department at 313-387-2500.
Redford Township police search for missing 13-year-old girl
Read full article: Redford Township police search for missing 13-year-old girlREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ A 13-year-old girl has been missing since Tuesday in Redford Township, police announced Thursday morning. Aubrey Deshay Powell was last seen about 10 p.m. near Garfield and Margareta streets. She is described as standing 5 feet tall and weighing about 120 pounds. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Redford Township Police Department at 313-387-2500. MORE: Missing in Michigan -- missing persons reports
Driver in critical condition after crashing into bridge, tree in Ferndale
Read full article: Driver in critical condition after crashing into bridge, tree in FerndaleFERNDALE, Mich. A Redford woman is in critical condition after crashing a vehicle into a bridge and tree in Ferndale early Wednesday morning. Ferndale police say at about 2:30 a.m. the 40-year-old woman crashed into the bridge at Eight Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, and then struck a tree. The driver was taken to the hospital and listed in critical condition. Officials say the woman may have suffered from a medical condition. No roads have been closed due to the incident.
Redford candidate calls of investigation into results of August Primary
Read full article: Redford candidate calls of investigation into results of August PrimaryREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. Brenda Hill ran for election to the Michigan House of Representatives to represent the 10th state senate district in Detroit and Redford. She lost in the Aug. 4 Primary, but she said something didnt seem right with the results and is calling for the Secretary of State to launch an investigation. Many absentee ballots ended up counted the day after the election and Hill is calling foul. Prior to election day, there was a lot of drama as the township clerk was ordered out of city hall because of alleged improprieties. RELATED: Michigan Primary Election 2020: How to track your ballot
Family gathers in Redford park to pay tribute to daughters killed in house fire
Read full article: Family gathers in Redford park to pay tribute to daughters killed in house fireREDFORD, Mich. Antaneya Fletcher and Gregory Williams rushed into their burning home to save their two daughters, but it was too late. Wednesday would have been Heavens birthday and her parents, along with friends and family, gathered in a Redford park to sing happy birthday and launch balloons. All of this is overwhelming for the couple, but what has made it harder is a series of very unfortunate behavior. Vandals went through the crib, stealing personal information, the kids social security cards, my unemployment card, Fletcher said. Then phony GoFundMe accounts started popping up, and harassment on social media from people who said they didnt care about their children.
Ypsilanti man accused of stabbing in downtown Ann Arbor faces charges
Read full article: Ypsilanti man accused of stabbing in downtown Ann Arbor faces chargesANN ARBOR, Mich. A 25-year-old man from Ypsilanti is facing charges related to the stabbing of a man from Redford in downtown Ann Arbor. The incident happened around 7:50 p.m. on Saturday on the 400 block of East Liberty, according to a statement from the Ann Arbor Police Department. Dvon Leetorrey Ballard of Ypsilanti was identified as a suspect and arrested at the scene, according to police. The argument continued until the men reach the 400 block of East Liberty where the stabbing occurred, police said. The man from Redford, 39, suffered multiple stab wounds to the head and body and was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition, police said.
This famous local bakery is completely changing up their business!
Read full article: This famous local bakery is completely changing up their business!Redford Lots of restaurants and bakeries are re-imagining how they do business as we emerge from staying at home. One local favorite, Ackroyds Scottish Bakery in Redford, which has been in business for 70 years, is completely changing things up and closing all their retail store. They changed up their business to make things safer for their customers and employees during the COVID-19 epidemic. Luckily for them, this change has been a positive one, with them seeing even more business than usual. Ackroyds Scottish Bakery is located at 25566 Five Mile Rd., in Redford.
Harris Financial Group to purchase Detroit Popcorn Company
Read full article: Harris Financial Group to purchase Detroit Popcorn CompanyREDFORD, Mich. The Harris Financial Group, Ltd., LLC (HFG) announced the minority-owned investor group signed a letter of intent to acquire all the assets of the Detroit Popcorn Company. This was a business idea that just popped for us, Harris said. Im excited about this rare opportunity to continue the companys legacy, and remain committed to the high level of quality and service that its customers have come to expect.Farber has removed himself from the purchase of the Detroit Popcorn Company, and became a facilitator in the direct sale to HFG, according to a news release. Farber has been invited, and is expected to continue with the Detroit Popcorn Company in an advisory capacity with the new owners during the transition. The deal is expected to close in 30 days, according to a news release.
Young Redford father fatally shot in suspected road-rage incident
Read full article: Young Redford father fatally shot in suspected road-rage incidentRedford Police believe road rage is the reason an 8-year old girl will now have to grow up without her father. John Slowik Jr. was shot and killed while driving in the area of Telegraph and Beech Daly. Redford Township said on June 6th, Slowik was shot and killed on Acacia near Telegraph, from a possible road rage incident. Officers said the driver of the White Impala shot Slowik and drove off, โI donโt see how anybody can do that. Police are looking for the suspect and that White Impala.
Young Redford father fatally shot in suspected road-rage incident
Read full article: Young Redford father fatally shot in suspected road-rage incidentYoung Redford father fatally shot in suspected road-rage incidentPublished: June 11, 2020, 6:37 pmRedford Police believe road rage is the reason an 8-year old girl will now have to grow up without her father. John Slowik Jr. was shot and killed while driving in the area of Telegraph and Beech Daly.
We need to change -- Flagstar Bank pushes for measurable diversity to help its communities
Read full article: We need to change -- Flagstar Bank pushes for measurable diversity to help its communitiesThe CEO of Flagstar Bank drew a roadmap to change that starts at his own front door. Flagstar CEO Alessandro DiNello was 12-years-old the night the Detroit Rebellion and riots broke out in 1967. I grew up in Detroit," DiNello said. DiNello has been pushing for measurable, visible evidence of equality and inclusion since 2017 and is encouraging other companies to do the same. Dinello said the roadmap to creating racial equity in the workplace begins with hiring, developing and promoting minorities of all types.
'Devastating. Just Devastating -- Wixom Lake becomes muddy field after dam failures
Read full article: 'Devastating. Just Devastating -- Wixom Lake becomes muddy field after dam failuresTrish Wilson, a Redford resident, has a cottage on Wixom Lake. Wixom Lake had been drained almost entirely after the dam failures. "This is where we have been coming since I was born.At about 5 p.m. Tuesday, the Edenville Dam that created Wixom Lake gave away. Wilson said she was near the dam when it happened and could hear the water rush through the trees. Wixom Lake flooded through the area.
How beatboxing helped him overcome childhood struggle
Read full article: How beatboxing helped him overcome childhood struggleBeatboxing is a talent and skill that not every person or musician can master, but for Stevie Soul, it has helped him make his dream a reality. The Redford raised performer was born with a stuttering disorder. As a kid, he struggled saying the words that came to his mind, which led to unusual sounds coming out of his mouth. Soul eventually learned how to turn those sounds into beats and patterns. Not only did this help him learn sentence structure, but it helped him find an internal rhythm and a way to express himself.
How beatboxing helpd him overcome childhood struggle
Read full article: How beatboxing helpd him overcome childhood struggleBeatboxing is a talent and skill that not every person or musician can master, but for Stevie Soul, it has helped him make his dream a reality. The Redford raised performer was born with a stuttering disorder. As a kid, he struggled saying the words that came to his mind, which led to unusual sounds coming out of his mouth. Soul eventually learned how to turn those sounds into beats and patterns. Not only did this help him learn sentence structure, but it helped him find an internal rhythm and a way to express himself.