Southeast Michigan YMCA offering more swim lessons
Swim lessons are a badly-needed resource that not enough children have access to in metro Detroit. The YMCA is offering more lessons to kids in hopes of increasing swimming competency.
Jaylin Brazier urged girlfriend not to testify at trial
After Jaylin Brazier was arrested for the murder of Zion Foster in the summer of 2023, he made multiple phone calls. Many of which included him trying to avoid detection in the Wayne County Jail -- and also Brazier urging his girlfriend not to testify at his trial.
Major police raid in Detroit
A 'multi-jurisdictional' police operation coordinated by the Michigan Attorney General was underway early Wednesday morning.
Gordie Howe Bridge nearly done • Riverfront Conservancy CFO on leave • Police raid in Detroit
In Wednesday's News Hit: - The Gordie Howe Bridge is 85 feet away from being complete. See photos here - A criminal investigation is now underway at the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy - A 'multi-jursidictional' operation is unfolding in Detroit with Oakland County Sheriff and SWAT units on scene
Livingston Co. sheriff criticizes 'red flag' law then enforces it
This comes after the sheriff previously called the law unconstitutional and said he would not enforce it.
Macomb Humane Society hit by car, 2nd time in one year
"Someone came in to bring their dog here for a teeth cleaning, and she unfortunately … hit the gas instead of the break and went over the pylon and right through the brand-new door and brand-new concrete that we just had installed," the executive director of the animal shelter told FOX 2.
State rep wants reporters to get bounty for finding wasteful spending by politicians
But at the Michigan Press Association, there was not an immediate embrace of the bounty concept. There are concerns that the program might be politicized.
Family who lost son to fentanyl puts up billboard to educate others
Just two days before his 18th birthday, Michael Filippelli took one pill, which happened to be 100% fentanyl, and died in his home. It was February 20, 2023.
The new Gordie Howe bridge and the view from the top
The last two sections of the bridge are expected to be installed within four to six weeks, and don't worry about the ends of the bridge lining up — these engineers are on top of it.
Video shown in court shows murder of jeweler Daniel 'Hutch' Hutchinson
Disgraced attorney Marco Bisbikis blew a kiss to loved ones in court - the alleged mastermind of a plot to kill his own client - popular jeweler Daniel "Hutch" Hutchinson.
Biden slaps new tariffs on EVs from China
"American workers can outwork and outcompete anyone as long as the competition is fair," President Joe Biden said in the White House Rose Garden. "But for too long, it hasn’t been fair. For years, the Chinese government has poured state money into Chinese companies ... it’s not competition, it’s cheating."
Expert testifies on claim that Zion Foster died from weed, acid
While drug use causes death, marijuana and LSD overdoses aren't possible, said Forensic Pathologist Leigh Hlavaty during her testimony in Jaylin Brazier's trial. He is accused of killing his cousin Zion Foster.
Gordie Howe International Bridge work update as Detroit-Windsor thoroughfare nears finish line
The bridge cost $6.1 billion, and will span 1.5 miles in total — at least half a mile of that is suspended above the Detroit River.
Weed or LSD could not have casued Zion Foster's death, Medical Examiner says
The Assistant Wayne County Medical Examiner took the stand Tuesday afternoon in Zion Foster's trial and testified you cannot die from marijuana or LSD overdose.
Cooler Tuesday
Cooler start and finish today. We leave the 80s and embrace near 70 today. Chances for rain increase toward the weekend. Meteorologist Lori Pinson has your forecast.
Another surge in high-end thefts in Oakland County • Fewer power outage potential • Lions season tickets
In Tuesday's News Hit: - The sheriff gives an update on high-end burglaries in Oakland County - Consumers is installing technology that could reduce power outages - The Lions season tickets have sold out for the 2nd time ever
Gesher Human Services "Women to Work" program success story
Niecy Mohammed, 66, from Detroit, had been retired for about three years because of the pandemic – she had been working at a nonprofit for 26 years but the facility, which helped underserved young adults get mentored and attend school, had to close during COVID-19. Niecy wanted to get back into the workforce but didn’t feel she had the tools to apply, then in January 2024 she was watching Fox 2 one morning which had a story about Women to Work and she jumped at the opportunity to join the program.
Sheriff offers tips amid surge in Oakland Co. high-end thefts
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, along with Bloomfield Township Police Chief James Gallagher, answered residents' questions regarding the high-end thefts in a town hall on Monday.
Murder suspect crashes in Detroit after chase, injures 5
The crash took place at James Couzens and Outer Drive in Detroit. One of the victims was ejected from a vehicle during the crash.
Parents rally in Detroit for affordable childcare
Not having affordable child care is putting stress on working families who are looking to provide for their kids; they are now demanding action from lawmakers.