Family of 5 request help after losing everything in Highland Park house fire
Brandon Lightsey, Sharon Mayhawk, and their three young children are still trying to recover – physically, mentally, and financially.
Highland Park fire chief criticizes Detroit firefighters for leaving burning apartment
Detroit fire crews were the first on the scene of a burning apartment in Highland Park, but they didn't stick around to finish extinguishing the blaze. Now, the Highland Park fire chief is questioning that choice.
Highland Park family escapes house fire, claims DFD response fell short
While the fire was in Highland Park, the Detroit Fire Department responded first but did not stay to finish the job, officials confirmed.
Highland Park resolves $55M water debt after governor signs relief package
Under the deal, the state agrees to fund major fixes to the community's water systems while the Great Lakes Water Authority would get $30 million in grants for improvements.
Two children kidnapped by biological mother in Highland Park
Two foster children were abducted by their biological mother Wednesday morning, according to the Detroit Police Department.
Highland Park home restoration project gets its own TV segment
A restoration project is unfolding block by block in Highland Park. But the restored French doors and ornate sconces that now decorate the once vacant home only tell part of the story.
17-year-old found dead in Highland Park identified after 27 years
The girl's remains were discovered in a Highland Park alleyway in 1996, but she remained unidentified. Over the years, several NCMEC forensic workers tried to identify the girl through DNA, but at the time no matches were made.
Highland Park activist 'Mama Shu' up for $100K in 2023 CNN Hero of the Year award
The prize money would aid Avalon Village in expanding the activities section of The Homework House. The house was once slated for demolition but is now a secure space for children to do their homework after school - an effort made possible by Mama Shu and volunteers.
Highland Park approves plan ending 10-year dispute over $55M in water bill debt
A deal brokered by the state includes commitments from Michigan to fund repairs to the city's archaic water infrastructure.
Highland Park congregation still giving back to community after loss of church
“Even in the face of destruction there’s always something good to come out of it," said Doris Mitchell. “I was taught that you find the good in everything.”
MSP investigates strip club shooting involving off-duty Highland Park reserve officer
MSP says a male suspect was struck and is currently being treated at the hospital.
Rehab Highland Park nonprofit, others team up to help repair family's fire-damaged home
"Coming from that fire damage - bringing this house back together for a family in need - I really think that's something special," said Jeffrey Owens, ABC Supply.
Nonprofit helps rehabilitate Highland Park family's burned out home
“We hope to get this house done and they can start moving back in here,” said president of Rehab Highland Park. “It's really people helping people that is what we're about. And just like I always share, when we all do a little, we can do so much.”
Michigan schools not required to inform parents of guns found on students
Schools in Michigan must report guns on campus to police but are under no obligation to do the same to the parents of the students.
Clip shows suspect fleeing murder scene at Woodward Inn
A 34-year-old woman was found dead last week after a 911 call reported the door to her motel room was open. A motive has not yet been identified.
Highland Park agrees to pay $1 million to GLWA for unpaid water bills as part of debt agreement
As a result of the agreement, which was worked out Monday, Highland Park will be paying $1 million to GLWA by June 9 which will result in a stay - or pause of court activities.
Police investigating after transgender woman's body was found at Highland Park hotel
"She’s my only child," said Davis' mother. "She was just getting a job, and went to school. I just don’t understand why this happened."
3 Highland Park City Council members walk out of meeting as residents wait for overdue water bill update
As Highland Park residents waited for an update on overdue water bill mediation, three City Council members walked out of Monday's meeting. The city owes about $19 million in unpaid water bills.
Highland Park asks state to approve bankruptcy as city faces $19M unpaid water bill
The Highland Park City Council voted to ask Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to begin Chapter 9 bankruptcy proceedings for the city, which owes $19 million to the Great Lakes Water Authority.
No arrests in murder of 3 rappers months after they disappeared from Detroit club
It's been nearly three months since three men were seen alive heading for a Detroit club - and more than two months since their remains were found shot to death and frozen in an abandoned building. But the details from Michigan State Police have been limited.