Man plans to help people with $439K he won from Michigan Lottery ticket purchased in Detroit
A 70-year-old man said he plans to use his winnings for good after winning a $439,714 Fantasy 5 Jackpot prize from the Michigan Lottery. He bought the winning ticket at a Detroit liquor store.
'I'm going to kill you': Florida man pleads guilty to threatening Michigan Muslim organization
A Florida man who made violent threats toward the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Michigan Chapter pleaded guilty to transmitting threats in interstate commerce this week.
Union-required CPR training saves member's life on Detroit job site
"I'm a testament the first aid CPR can save your life," said Micah Parker, who collapsed on a job site in Detroit last September.
Families of victims to drunk driving gather in Washington DC, calling for action from congress
A rally was held Tuesday night outside the US Capitol lawn in Washington D.C. Members of congress along with the families of those who lost someone at the hands of a drunk driver, gathered with Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
Suspect appears in court for deadly stabbing outside Detroit liquor store
On Oct. 5 in front of Diane’s Liquor Store on Schaeffer on the city’s westside, video of Thursday’s preliminary exam showed an altercation between the defendant, Rolando Huntley, and the victim, Ronald Howard.
Abrupt coach firing at Livonia Franklin fractures community as controversy swirls
“I’m not going to stand idly by and let my name get dragged through the mud," he said.
Historic Higginbotham school in Detroit to be converted to affordable housing
The William H. Higginbotham School has stood for years during some of Detroit's biggest moments - and some of its lowest. Now, a rebirth is on the horizon.
Plymouth, Canton area police searching for ballet company's stolen 'Nutcracker' props
40 years of props from the Plymouth-Canton Ballet Company's 'Nutcracker' show were stolen and the business is asking for the community’s help.
Detroit Tigers reach new TV deal with Diamond Sports Group
The Tigers will air on the newly rebranded FanDuel Sports Network Detroit next year.
Some Arab Americans who voted for Trump are concerned about his picks for key positions
Since winning the election, Trump has filled top administration posts with staunch Israel supporters. Meanwhile, two advisors who led his Arab American outreach have not secured any positions.
Elderly woman escapes Detroit house fire
An elderly woman escaped her burning home on Detroit's east side early Tuesday.
Teachers at Wayne-Westland Community Schools call for new contract at board meeting
Teachers at Wayne-Westland Community Schools have had enough after months without a contract. On Monday, many spoke their grievances to the board.
Detroit's Rides to Care program gives free medical trips for new or expectant mothers
"We know that for every 1,000 babies that are born in our city, 14 babies die before their first birthday," said Denis Fair Razo, Chief Public Health Officer.
Mental health crisis from off-duty Detroit EMT on Northlawn is second in under a month
The mental health crisis knows no boundaries and for the second time in less than a month, Detroit's first responders are dealing with a tragedy involving one of their own on Northlawn
DTE Energy invests $100M to rebuild electric grid to reduce power outages for customers
DTE Energy has invested $100 million to rebuild their electric grids to build three new electric substations, hoping to reduce power outage frequency by 30%
AAA in Dearborn hands out 1,000 vouchers for Thanksgiving meals
A parade of cars and trucks showed up at the AAA headquarters in Dearborn as an effort to tackle food insecurity came face to face with many prepared to experience another holiday season struggling to pay for Thanksgiving and Christmas meals.
Southgate police issue warning about gummies made to look like candy, snacks
The police wants to remind parents that consumption by children can lead to overdoses and other unintended after effects.
Neighbor X Folk opening in Michigan Central Station this week
The people behind Folk Detroit which offers elevated breakfast and brunch meals is opening a new business inside the acclaimed train station, which will act as both retail and a space for workshops and meet-and-greets.
Man wins $2 million on Michigan Lottery ticket after buying 3 scratch-offs back-to-back
A Wayne County man who kept buying Michigan Lottery tickets at a Dearborn Heights gas station after winning on the first one, won $2 million on the third one.
12 displaced after candle causes Detroit house fire
Twelve people are struggling after a fire Sunday damaged their home on Detroit's west side. It's the second fire they have experienced in less than a year.