Veterans, homeless given food, toiletries on Fourth of July
Feeding the Veterans and the Homeless, a charity founded by Michael C. Jones, did just that on the Fourth of July, donating food and toiletries to more than 300 of those in need.
Wayne County man honored as Distinguished Alumnus from Northern Michigan University
Jim Thorburn was twice named Allen Park Police Officer of the Year before he retired in 2022.
Star adaptive golfer from Rochester Hills on brink of competing for national title
He paralyzed from the waste down after a car accident 18 years ago. He was a gifted athlete before the crash, and is determined not to let his disability get in the way of living a full life.
Macomb County court opens first staffed self-help center
The 16th District Court in Mount Clemens recently opened a staffed self-help center, the first of its kind in Macomb County.
'Flip the Script' program transforms 26-year-old Detroit father's life
After years of living in foster care and being in-and-out of jail, Jamal Clemons finally has a place to call home – thanks to Goodwill of Greater Detroit’s Flip the Script program and Humble Design. Clemons has put in the work to ensure himself and his son a better future.
Oakland County man wins $446,000 in Michigan Lottery
An anonymous 43-year-old player from Oakland County won nearly a half million dollars from a last second lottery ticket purchase in May.
Lucky player wins nearly $1 million in Fantasy 5 drawing; ticket bought in New Baltimore
Wednesday night's record-setting $963,040 winning Fantasy 5 jackpot ticket was sold in New Baltimore.
Ferndale man receives first beating-heart transplant in Michigan
On his 58th birthday, Ken Miller of Ferndale was given the news that he would be undergoing the first-ever beating-heart transplant in Michigan.
Dearborn's Friends for Animals 'Pawchella' adoption festival has music, games this weekend
They are also asking for donations - because this fundraiser helps with all of the services this shelter provides for all the strays in the city - so many, that they're over capacity.
Detroit marks Juneteenth with groundbreaking of new senior village honoring Dr. Violet T. Lewis
The City held a groundbreaking of the Doctor Violet T. Lewis Village, which will bring more than 100 affordable housing units to seniors on Detroit's west side.
Metro Detroit teen dancer accepted to The Juilliard School
But as he began to explore ballet he was diagnosed with scoliosis during Covid. The condition means that he has a sideways curvature of the spine that causes pain.
Gifted Troy 7-year-old passes test and joins Mensa International
"He’s just a typical 7-year-old who likes to play outside and get dirty," said Laura Kesner, his mom. "But he also has this brain that is insatiable."
Michigan man walks across America to raise money for wounded vets
"The vets are really underserved and it’s really an honor to be able to do this for them," he said.
Jessica's Splashpad dedicated in Novi, set to formally open May 25
Next week a new splash pad, designed and built in Jessica Starr's honor, will open in Novi. On May 18, the city held a dedication for the new facility, which was attended by family, friends, and dignitaries.
Noah, Charlotte are Michigan’s most popular baby names according to Social Security Administration
Nationwide Olivia and Liam were the most popular in 2023, both of which were among the state’s top names too.
New project Merit Park to bring recreation, fitness center to Grand River in Detroit
“It's going to have a gymnasium that will be packed with amazing technology, an obstacle course, splash pad, miniature turf field, and active shipping containers," he said.
Pizza power! Fans celebrate 40 years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The foot clan was foiled once again as fans gathered to celebrate 40 years of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
'We feel blessed': Elderly Air Force vet receives free new roof for home
Thanks to the Habitat for Humanity and Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, veterans like Johnson don't have to worry about spending their fixed incomes to live comfortably.
Oak Park teacher thanks students who helped save him during cardiac arrest
"I just knew I had to do something," she said. "I began compressions around two and around two and a half rounds of compressions, the AED was brought and Correy placed the AED pads."
Black-led, community owned Detroit People's Food Co-op opens doors
They are working with four local farms and more than 70 local vendors delivering on a promise that’s exciting the community.