Scott Wolchek
Scott Wolchek loves getting involved in the community and telling stories. He grew up in Oakland County and first appeared on FOX 2 while testing out a Chia Pet in a Fame or Shame segment with his dad.
Scott graduated from Oakland University and previously reported at WILX in Lansing and WNEM in Saginaw and Flint. Some of Scott’s favorite stories he’s told include a WWII veteran who loved electric guitar, helping a woman remove a blighted garage before it toppled onto her home, and a circus company that was overstocked with corn dog sticks and prizes throughout the pandemic.
In his free time, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife, who is a news producer (it runs in the family) and his Labrador retriever, Harley.
His hobbies include reading, writing, playing the keyboard, video editing and exploring. Some of his favorite books include A Clockwork Orange, Remains of the Day, The Sound and the Fury.
Scott often speaks with future journalists and public relations professionals at Oakland University to help provide guidance and inspiration.
The latest from Scott Wolchek
Box tree moth wreaking havoc in Southeast Michigan
A quarantine zone now covers 13 counties in Southeast Michigan where the invasive moth is causing problems.
Detroit teen heading to trial for shooting 13-year-old at bus stop
Footage of the shooting was played in court, showing two teens fleeing the scene that unraveled in April.
Center Line students arrested after one brings handgun to school
A worried parent received a message from her child that photos of a handgun were circulating around the school, prompting her to alert the superintendent.
Detroit water department repairs century-old pipes after massive leak on city's west side
The age of the pipes is over a hundred years old, well beyond the lifetime they were supposed to run.
Dangerous TikTok Chromebook trend has Metro Detroit schools warning parents
Students in schools across the U.S. are intentionally damaging their Chromebooks, causing harm and endangering others, all for attention on social media.
Royal Oak plans to change 'nightmare' parking system in downtown
Parking in downtown Royal Oak has been called a "nightmare" by many for years. But the city says changes are on the way, and they want to hear from the community.
Detroit's St. Matthews revitalized into apartments
Once a decaying Detroit church, St. Matthews Parish has been stunningly repurposed into 46 units of affordable housing, including vital supportive housing for the homeless, thanks to a $40 million investment.
Detroit Boy Scout trailer stolen leads to search for troop's equipment
A Boy Scout has learned the importance of always being prepared after thieves made off with two trailers holding the troop's camping supplies.
Clawson woman charged for lying to police in London Thomas death investigation
"I think she's got something to do with it," said London Thomas' grandmother. “I want justice for my granddaughter. I want her to go to jail for murder.”
Detroit family grieves over death of 19-year-old in I-94 shooting
A mother is grieving the loss of her son after a shooting on I-94 near 10 Mile on Saturday.