Southgate house explosion victims helped by community with GoFundMe
37-year-old Amber Benedict died in the explosion, and her husband Paul was severely injured. A GoFundMe was set up for the Benedicts. Higgins got to work creating one for the Woods.
Father in New Years foster family shooting describes ordeal
Jeffrey Bernhard talked about the night he saw his wife alive for the final time in front of Gregory Callhan and Keith Finley. The two men, along with Shuvonne Vinson, face homicide and kidnapping charges.
Racist writing spray painted outside Lakeview High School
A derogatory word used against African Americans was part of the hate speech written in graffiti spray paint at Lakeview High School. Many parents were left concerned, but some say they were not shocked.
Immigrants become American citizens, starting their next chapter in the US
These ceremonies often happen and may seem routine, but they’re anything but in a moment that marked both a beginning and a culmination, dozens stood with hands raised, pledging allegiance to a country they now officially call home.
New US citizens celebrate next chapter
In just the last decade, more than 7.9 million people have taken the oath of citizenship. These ceremonies often happen and may seem routine, but they’re anything but in a moment that marked both the beginning and the culmination, dozens stood with hands raised, pledging allegiance to a country they now officially call home.
Suspect arrested in Detroit cold case rapes dating back to 1997, 2004
A suspect accused of three rapes in Detroit dating back decades is now facing charges after recently tested rape kits linked him to the alleged crimes.
Detroit Block Party Shooting: Closing arguments resume of whether to send case to trial
The 19-year-old is charged with three dozen counts of murder, attempted murder, and felony firearm in connection with the block party shooting that happened in July.
Wayne State University police accused of targeting Arab students
Allegations of ethnic intimidation and racial profiling taking place on the campus of Wayne State University have prompted a formal investigation by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights.
Wayne State police accused of profiling Arab and Muslim students
The target of the investigation is the Wayne State Police Department as it is an alleged issue on the campus of Wayne State University that has been happening for years. At least that’s the claim from the Council for Arab and Islamic Relations. Attorney Amy Doukoure says things on campus are only getting worse.
Ex-coach Weiss in court for cyber hack case
Weiss faces charges related to computer hacking and identity theft involving hundreds of thousands of college student-athletes, including McKenzie Johnson.
Police: Delivery driver carjacked by two teenage suspects
The chaos started when Joshua was making a DoorDash delivery when, out of nowhere, he was carjacked by two masked suspects. "I’m thankful I’m alive because my girlfriend is 13 weeks pregnant, and I’m 20 years old. So the only thing I was thinking about was me not being there for my kid," he said.
Witness: 4-year-old hit and killed by ice cream truck was trying to cross street
On Monday evening Mubarak Wali was outside with his sister and mother playing in the area of Rutland and Diversey.
'Detroit Castle' stays standing as city removes lawsuit against property owner
A property owner on Detroit's east side gets to keep his castle he’s been building for years, with a little push from social media.
Detroit drops lawsuit against the 'Detroit Castle'
Charles Brooks says he felt commissioned by God to build up the city, block by block, but when he felt his mission was being threatened, he was grateful for the unexpected help he received. Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison delivered a message Brooks longed to hear: the lawsuit against his property on Chalmers Street is no more.
Roseville teen charged in 2024 shooting of Detroit 17-year-old
A teen has been charged in the case of the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old from Detroit a year prior in 2024.
L'Anse Creuse School Board meeting boils amid murder suspect charges
On Feb. 16 2024, officials say Detroit officers were called to the 16000 block of Mack Avenue for a shooting that happened around 1:34 a.m. When they arrived, police say they found a heavily damaged vehicle with the shooting victim inside the driver’s seat. Medics then arrived on the scene and took the victim to a hospital where he later died. According to authorities, Sinegal allegedly shot a handgun multiple times into the teen's vehicle before running from the scene.
Ice cream truck hits and kills child in Detroit neighborhood
Officials say the incident happened just after 7 p.m. in the area of Rutland and Diversey. The child was hit by the truck and was pronounced dead at the scene when medics arrived. Police say the driver of the truck stayed at the scene and is cooperating with authorities. He has also been arrested.
Detroit ice cream truck hits and kills child on city's west side
A child has been killed after being hit by an ice cream truck on the city's westside, according to Detroit police.
Shoplifting suspects caught on store's security cameras
They’re a favorite of celebrities and considered the hottest trend in denim, costing well over $1,000. Meanwhile, over the weekend, several were stolen right off the rack of MSXC. When visitors walk in, they see it is all about sneakers and cool fashion trends. The store is run by three buddies, three entrepreneurs, living the dream.
Teen in custody after Macomb County house fire
The Macomb County investigators and prosecutor are working to decide whether to charge the 17-year-old suspect as an adult or not. Meanwhile, the family is trying to move forward with help from the community, with donations pouring in.