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Treacherous roads turn Holiday travel into ‘Nightmare’ for multiple Metro Detroit counties
Read full article: Treacherous roads turn Holiday travel into ‘Nightmare’ for multiple Metro Detroit countiesAt the peak of holiday travel, Metro Detroit experienced continuous snow showers while driving in treacherous conditions.
Police shooting of man in mental health crisis was justified, Wayne County prosecutor says
Read full article: Police shooting of man in mental health crisis was justified, Wayne County prosecutor saysPolice said he was spiraling mentally and covered in his own blood when they arrived. He reportedly was still holding a knife.
Shawn Fain joins Kamala Harris, Tim Walz at UAW Local 900 campaign rally in Wayne
Read full article: Shawn Fain joins Kamala Harris, Tim Walz at UAW Local 900 campaign rally in WayneBuilding on the momentum from last week's United Auto Workers endorsement, Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz held a rally at UAW Local 900 in Wayne on Thursday afternoon.
‘When we fight, we win’: Kamala Harris holds largest rally of campaign at Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: ‘When we fight, we win’: Kamala Harris holds largest rally of campaign at Detroit Metro AirportVice President Kamala Harris and running mate Governor Tim Walz visited Michigan on Wednesday for a rally at Metro Detroit Airport.
The 4 Leo’s Coney Island branches run by man who shredded workers’ overtime cards
Read full article: The 4 Leo’s Coney Island branches run by man who shredded workers’ overtime cardsFour Leo’s Coney Island branches in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties are owned by a man accused of shredding the time cards that included his workers’ overtime hours.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 5 a.m. for much of Metro Detroit
Read full article: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 5 a.m. for much of Metro DetroitThe National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne County
Intense overnight storms bring chance of damaging winds, flooding in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Intense overnight storms bring chance of damaging winds, flooding in Metro DetroitHot and humid weather is supplying the ingredients for the chance of severe thunderstorms late Monday night and early Tuesday morning.
Severe thunderstorm warning expires for Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties
Read full article: Severe thunderstorm warning expires for Oakland, Wayne and Macomb countiesThe National Weather Service has urgently issued a thunderstorm warning for Thursday afternoon in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties, effective until 4:15 p.m.
Severe thunderstorm warning expires for Oakland, Wayne, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Macomb counties
Read full article: Severe thunderstorm warning expires for Oakland, Wayne, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Macomb countiesThe National Weather Service has urgently issued a thunderstorm warning for Wednesday night in St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Macomb counties, effective until 9:30 p.m. and Wayne and Oakland counties until 10:15 p.m.
Cops bust massive car theft ring in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, Wayne counties
Read full article: Cops bust massive car theft ring in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, Wayne countiesOfficials busted a massive car theft operation that involved more than 400 cars across more than 40 cities in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties.
Storms clear, but air quality concerns arise this weekend in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Storms clear, but air quality concerns arise this weekend in Metro DetroitPollutants are forecast to be in the "unhealthy range sensitive groups," such as individuals with asthma and other respiratory diseases and disorders.
Resilient 11-year-old inspires $7.5M gift to C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital on Rare Disease Day
Read full article: Resilient 11-year-old inspires $7.5M gift to C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital on Rare Disease DayThe gift will go towards technology-based care and additional social work services for the families of young patients afflicted with complex diagnoses, Michigan Medicine officials said.
Man charged in fatal shooting of 19-year-old ex-girlfriend inside Canton Township hotel
Read full article: Man charged in fatal shooting of 19-year-old ex-girlfriend inside Canton Township hotelA man accused of shooting and killing a 19-year-old girl at a Canton Township hotel was arrested at a hospital after he was injured in a hit-and-run crash.
Dense fog over Metro Detroit to persist into wet Christmas
Read full article: Dense fog over Metro Detroit to persist into wet ChristmasA Dense fog advisory is in effect for Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee and Monroe counties until 11 a.m. Monday. Visibility in these areas could drop to a quarter mile or less. It will be particularly important to slow down as it will be harder to see people, animals and cars.
‘They are very good actors’: Wayne County Sheriff raises alarm about scammers targeting Metro Detroiters
Read full article: ‘They are very good actors’: Wayne County Sheriff raises alarm about scammers targeting Metro DetroitersIt's the holiday season, and thieves are hard at work right now, trying to scam Metro Detroiters out of thousands of dollars.
UAW members at the first Ford plant to go on strike overwhelmingly approve the new contract
Read full article: UAW members at the first Ford plant to go on strike overwhelmingly approve the new contractAutoworkers at the first Ford factory to go on strike have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a tentative contract agreement reached with the company.
Manchester United great Wayne Rooney joins Tom Brady after being named manager of Birmingham
Read full article: Manchester United great Wayne Rooney joins Tom Brady after being named manager of BirminghamManchester United great Wayne Rooney is joining Tom Brady after being appointed manager of English soccer club Birmingham.
Ford lays off 400 more workers at its Livonia, Sterling Heights facilities
Read full article: Ford lays off 400 more workers at its Livonia, Sterling Heights facilitiesFord has sent home 400 more workers on layoff at its Livonia and Sterling Heights facilities because of the cascading effects of the UAW strike, now in its third week.
Talks continue ahead of UAW’s Friday deadline against Detroit Big Three
Read full article: Talks continue ahead of UAW’s Friday deadline against Detroit Big ThreeThe countdown is on for more UAW-targeted strikes across the country as UAW President Shawn Fain has set a 12 p.m. deadline Friday to announce more strikes if serious progress isn't made.
Stellantis announces over 300 layoffs at 3 facilities as ‘consequence’ of UAW strike
Read full article: Stellantis announces over 300 layoffs at 3 facilities as ‘consequence’ of UAW strikeDetroit-based automaker Stellantis announced Wednesday that hundreds of workers will be temporarily laid off at facilities in Ohio and Indiana due to the United Auto Workers strike.
United Auto Workers threaten to expand targeted strike if there is no substantive progress by Friday
Read full article: United Auto Workers threaten to expand targeted strike if there is no substantive progress by FridayThe United Auto Workers union is preparing to expand its strike against Detroit’s Big Three unless it sees progress in contract negotiations.
UAW workers took to the streets of Downtown Detroit for a strike rally
Read full article: UAW workers took to the streets of Downtown Detroit for a strike rallyFriday was a day of marching, chanting, and horns honking as the United Auto Workers took to the streets in Downtown Detroit for a strike rally.
Automakers feel impacts from UAW strike against Detroit Big 3
Read full article: Automakers feel impacts from UAW strike against Detroit Big 3Local 4 has yet to hear about offers from any of the automakers, and as we near the end of the first 24 hours of the "Stand-Up Strike," we are already beginning to see the ripple effect.
Videos: SE Michigan storms cause flooding on roadways, at Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: Videos: SE Michigan storms cause flooding on roadways, at Detroit Metro AirportSeveral inches of rain fell across Metro Detroit amid severe storms overnight Wednesday into Thursday, causing some areas to flood -- particularly in Wayne County.
Burger King to reopen 5 locations around Metro Detroit -- here’s where they’ll be
Read full article: Burger King to reopen 5 locations around Metro Detroit -- here’s where they’ll beBurger King is reopening five locations in Metro Detroit, starting with one in Macomb County and including others in Wayne and Oakland counties.
Police investigate crash between Hummer, motorcycle in Livonia; serious injuries suspected
Read full article: Police investigate crash between Hummer, motorcycle in Livonia; serious injuries suspectedPolice are investigating a crash between a Hummer and a motorcycle in Livonia, and they believe it resulted in serious injuries.
11 people from Wayne, Macomb, Oakland counties charged in $4.5M COVID unemployment fraud scheme
Read full article: 11 people from Wayne, Macomb, Oakland counties charged in $4.5M COVID unemployment fraud schemeFederal officials have charged 11 people from Wayne, Macomb, and Oakland counties for their roles in a $4.5 million COVID unemployment fraud scheme.
City of Wayne issues advisory on lead levels in public water supply: What to know
Read full article: City of Wayne issues advisory on lead levels in public water supply: What to knowWayne County issued a public advisory for the City of Wayne after lead was found to be above the Action Level in the public water supply. Here’s what residents need to know.
Morning 4: Flooding a concern as more storms approach Metro Detroit on Friday -- and other top stories
Read full article: Morning 4: Flooding a concern as more storms approach Metro Detroit on Friday -- and other top storiesMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Boil water advisory issued for Inkster, Westland, part of Romulus, city of Wayne has been lifted
Read full article: Boil water advisory issued for Inkster, Westland, part of Romulus, city of Wayne has been liftedA boil water advisory issued for residents in Inkster, Westland, the northeast corner of Romulus, and the city of Wayne after a loss in water pressure on Friday has been lifted.
Westland, Wayne and Romulus residents under boil water advisory: What to know
Read full article: Westland, Wayne and Romulus residents under boil water advisory: What to knowA boil water advisory has been issued for residents in Westland, the northeast corner of Romulus and the city of Wayne after a loss in water pressure on Friday.
Boil water advisory issued for Inkster, Westland, part of Romulus, city of Wayne: What residents need to know
Read full article: Boil water advisory issued for Inkster, Westland, part of Romulus, city of Wayne: What residents need to knowA boil water advisory has been issued for residents in Inkster, Westland, the northeast corner of Romulus and the city of Wayne after a loss in water pressure on Friday.
Here are some Metro Detroit locations where you can drop off unused, expired medications
Read full article: Here are some Metro Detroit locations where you can drop off unused, expired medicationsNational Prescription Drug Take Back Day is on Friday this year, and Corewell Health is partnering up with Michigan law enforcement for the day to help collect unused medicine.
Metro Detroit’s biggest used books, media sale ‘Bookstock’ returns to Laurel Park Place in Livonia
Read full article: Metro Detroit’s biggest used books, media sale ‘Bookstock’ returns to Laurel Park Place in LivoniaBookstock, where you'll get spectacular deals on used books and media, will take place from April 23 through the 30th, with proceeds benefitting literacy and education projects throughout Detroit, Oakland, and Wayne counties.
Armed man in critical condition after Wayne police shoot him outside of Ford Stamping Plant
Read full article: Armed man in critical condition after Wayne police shoot him outside of Ford Stamping PlantA suspect is in critical condition after pulling a gun on police and was shot at a Ford stamping plant parking lot.
Metro Detroit weather: Waking up to Wind Chill Advisories
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Waking up to Wind Chill AdvisoriesThe Wind Chill Advisory has been canceled for Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw and Wayne counties this morning, but continues for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac and St. Clair counties until 9 a.m.
Former teacher charged with sexual assaults of 4 girls ages 10-15 from 3 Wayne County schools
Read full article: Former teacher charged with sexual assaults of 4 girls ages 10-15 from 3 Wayne County schoolsA former teacher has been charged with sexually assaulting four girls between the ages of 10 and 15 years old at three different Wayne County schools.
Winter storm in Metro Detroit: A look at final snow totals for Jan. 25
Read full article: Winter storm in Metro Detroit: A look at final snow totals for Jan. 25The snow has ended, for now, in Metro Detroit, after a winter storm plowed through the area on Wednesday. We’re getting a look at how much snow each area saw.
Breaking down Metro Detroit snow chances for rest of Thursday, Friday evening, this weekend
Read full article: Breaking down Metro Detroit snow chances for rest of Thursday, Friday evening, this weekendAfter Metro Detroit’s heaviest snowfall of the year so far on Wednesday, there are three more possible winter storms to monitor over the coming days: the rest of Thursday, Friday afternoon/evening, and this weekend.
Snowplow companies preparing for winter storm as Monroe, Wayne counties will get hit first
Read full article: Snowplow companies preparing for winter storm as Monroe, Wayne counties will get hit firstWith the forecast calling for snow to arrive in Monroe and southern Wayne counties, both have their first round of drivers hitting the streets between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m.
Metro Detroit winter storm: Full timeline breakdown, snow total predictions
Read full article: Metro Detroit winter storm: Full timeline breakdown, snow total predictionsA winter storm warning will go into effect on Wednesday morning for Wayne, Lenawee and Monroe counties, with other Metro Detroit areas under a winter weather advisory.
MSP: Suspect known to be involved in several homicides was arrested in Wayne
Read full article: MSP: Suspect known to be involved in several homicides was arrested in WayneMichigan State Police have conducted and concluded an Operation Winter Storm as a known suspect involved in multiple homicides was arrested in the City of Wayne.
Tracking light rain-snow mix Wednesday in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Tracking light rain-snow mix Wednesday in Metro DetroitI’m all settled into the weather center after finishing the 6 p.m. newscast. I just ordered soup and plan on a cozy night watching snow on Exact Track 4D radar. Hopefully, you’re at home for the night, but if you do need to travel, here’s what you can expect.
Wayne man accused of holding ex-girlfriend against her will for 6 weeks, torturing her
Read full article: Wayne man accused of holding ex-girlfriend against her will for 6 weeks, torturing herProsecutors are charging a Wayne County man with torture, unlawful imprisonment and more after he allegedly kidnapped and held his ex-girlfriend against her will for more than six weeks.
Woman charged in drunken driving crash that killed pedestrian in Canton Township
Read full article: Woman charged in drunken driving crash that killed pedestrian in Canton TownshipA woman has been charged in connection with a drunken driving crash that left a pedestrian dead on Michigan Avenue in Canton Township.