The 68th annual Ford Fireworks set for Monday

The City of Detroit has announced street closures, parking restrictions, transportation changes and public safety measures ahead of the annual Ford Fireworks on Monday, June 22.

Libraries, Book Lovers & More
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Sydnee chats with local libraries, authors and fellow book lovers about some popular picks this summer.

'Eat the Cake' with Annie Cathryn
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Sydnee chats with Chicago-based author, Annie Cathryn about her newest release 'Eat the Cake' and what's next in her writing journey. 

Author Chat with Anna J
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Sydnee chats with author, Anna J. Anna is well-known in the literary world for her amazing storytelling in thriller/suspense but now she's dipping her toe into a new genre. 

Horror Book Chat with Cherree
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Sydnee chats with fellow horror/thriller book lover, Cheree. The duo touch base on their love for the spooky words and what's their favorite shelf picks.

'Survival Show' with Juno Dawson
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Sydnee chats with author, Juno Dawson. Juno is a #1 Sunday Times (London) bestselling novelist, screenwriter, and journalist. Juno's upcoming release 'Survival Show' is a perfect mix of the Hunger Games and American Idol.

Summer Fun at Troy Public Library
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Sydnee chats with the Head of Children Services at the Troy Public Library, Keegan. Keegan shares details on some of the reading fun underway this summer at the library and some great book picks for all age groups. 

Shaka Senghor: How to Be Free
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Sydnee chats with Detroit native, Shaka Senghor. Shaka is a globally recognized resilience expert, bestselling author, and transformative thought leader whose journey from incarceration to inspiration has empowered executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. 

Blood at the Root with LaDarrion Williams
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Sydnee chats with author, LaDarrion Williams. Beyond theater, LaDarrion has directed three short films featured on YouTube and made his mark as a debut author with Blood at the Root, a New York Times and USA Today Bestseller. 

Fantasy Favorites with Gina
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Sydnee chats with fellow book lover, Gina. Gina's go to genre is Fantasy and shares some of her favorite reads.

'The Mad Wife' with Meagan Church
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Sydnee chats with author, Meagan Church. Meagan is the author of the instant New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel 'The Mad Wife,' as well as 'The Girls We Sent Away' and 'The Last Carolina Girl.'

Authors, Libraries & More
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Sydnee chats with authors, librarians, and fellow book lovers about what's happening in the literacy world. 

All Things Books with the Detroit Public Library
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Sydnee chats all things books with Detroit Public Library Assistant Director of Public Services, Christine Peele. DPL is kicking off some fun Jazz and author events all summer long. 

Author Chat with Dr. Eddie Connor
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Sydnee and Dr. Eddie Connor chat about his 20th book release "Unhappily Successful." Dr. Connor is a Detroit pastor, 19x best-selling author, and stage 4 cancer survivor.

Author Chat with Desiree Cooper
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Sydnee chats with author, Desiree Cooper. Desiree's latest work includes 'Black Summers' a vibrant cross-generational anthology featuring 29 writers exploring Black joy, and the carefree memories of frolicking outside during the summer months.

Michigan sees sharp increase in Nitrous Oxide-related emergencies

Nitrous oxide, also known as "whippets," is being used and abused by teens and young adults, leading to a sharp rise in hospitalizations and worse.

Detroit publicist Matt Lee dies at 68: Music scene celebrates his life

Detroit’s music scene is mourning the loss of publicist Matt Lee. Matt was a familiar face at FOX 2, setting up interviews with bands, restaurants, and anything that celebrated Detroit culture.

Reward offered, suspect sought in Detroit arson case

A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in connection with a case of arson on Detroit's west side. Video posted by the city showed a man approaching a vacant home with a bag before fleeing as flames poured out of the structure.

Four juveniles arrested, motorist dead after truck flees Warren police

Four juveniles are in custody and an innocent driver is dead following a deadly crash following a police chase in Warren early Thursday morning. The victim was killed after the fleeing suspects struck the motorist while driving away from Warren police just after 2 a.m.