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A diary written by a young Connecticut soldier 250 years ago offers a rare, firsthand account of what it was like to fight in the American Revolution and to learn, days late, that a new nation had ju
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Detroit police are seeking the driver of a motorcycle who crashed Sunday night, leaving his little daughter behind on the city's west side.
Extreme heat knocked out power to roughly 5,000 DTE Energy customers in Warren after the strain on the electrical system caused equipment at a substation to fail.The outage shuttered businesses and left residents with no relief — inside or out.John Fitzgerald was among those left sweating through...
New firefighter recruits in Chesterfield Township are pushing through near 100-degree temperatures as they complete a week-long orientation program and department leaders say the extreme heat is creating serious safety concerns of its own. Watch Evan Sery's video report: Chesterfield Township fi...
As temperatures approach 100 degrees, it's no surprise that many people are relying on their air conditioning.
Some residents on the city's west side toughed out a hot stretch after service interruptions.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is looking to extend its World Cup run with a win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Writer and author, Gary Graff, joins Brandon Hudson live at the Celebration of Life for Matt Lee. Matt Lee was a beloved publicist in Detroit and metro area. His twin brother, David Lee, asked Gary to make the announcement about the new foundation, The Matty Fund, to help further music education ...
Aubrey MacFarlane, sits down with Brandon Hudson to talk all about the new venture of launching an online thrift store on the popular shopping app, "WhatNot."
Metro Detroit continues to be under an extreme heat warning with temperatures in the high 90s today, with the forecast calling for 98 degrees Thursday and 95 Friday.
A Detroit family is hoping for answers after the disappearance of 21-year-old Denijah Myers. She’s more than six months pregnant and has been missing for a week.
William Eddie Miller lives by a simple routine: early to bed, early to rise.The Korean War veteran is celebrating his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends, and his daughters say his schedule hasn’t changed much with age -- in bed by 7 p.m. and up before 6 a.m. But Miller says the bigge...
As America begins celebrating its 250th anniversary, many people are looking beyond a traditional Fourth of July vacation in favor of experiences that connect them with the nation's history.While popular destinations like Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Boston remain top places, travel expert...
A Westland leasing agent and her fiancé have filed a lawsuit alleging pregnancy and race discrimination, retaliation, and illegal eavesdropping after a management change at the Waynewood Apartments, according to the lawsuit.“It was terrible,” said Amanda Stamper, 34. “It was just me trying to sur...
A Westland pizzeria closed two hours early Tuesday and plans to do the same Wednesday and Thursday nights as the owner works to protect employees from dangerous heat. Watch Tony Geftos' video report: Westland pizza shop closes early to keep workers safe during heat waveNur Abulawi, owner of Marin...
Nicholas Lee-Nathan, 29, faces two counts of second-degree murder, two counts of drunken driving causing death and two counts of reckless driving causing death in connection with a crash that killed 51-year-old Dawad Helton and 43-year-old Erica Smith early Sunday morning.Prosecutors say Lee-Nath...
Earlier this week, the Monroe County Health Department said it was investigating several cases of cyclosporiasis among county residents. As of Tuesday, June 30, the State of Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services says more than 170 cases have been reported across southeast Michigan.
A 16-month-old is in the hospital following an accidental shooting in Jackson.The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday (June 30) at the Southridge Park Apartments on Warwick Court.Police said the toddler was shot in the stomach and taken to C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor.The chi...
Airline pilots and flight attendants are among American workers most exposed to radiation, according to a government-backed report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.The study, ordered by Congress, found naturally occurring cosmic radiation should be considered an o...
Fox 2's Ronia Shamona finds out this bike ride was far from easy
Seniors are especially at risk during extreme heat, and homes without proper cooling can quickly become dangerous.That’s why Vernest Spivey with the Detroit Area Agency on Aging is out in the heat, making sure seniors can stay cool in their homes by delivering bottled water and fans.One of those ...
Fox 2's Ronia Shamona joins Aquatics Supervisor at Life Time Troy Aiden O’Neill to break down everything from floaties to life vests and so much more.
FOX 2's Ronia Shamona sits down with best-selling travel author and frequent flyer Brandon Blewett to share practical advice for navigating busy holiday travel without becoming "that passenger." Website: www.brandonblewett.com IG: @brandonintheair X: @brandonintheair YouTube: @brandon_in_the_air
Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights closed Tuesday as dangerously high temperatures hit Metro Detroit. The park has since reopened with reduced hours and discounted ticket prices Wednesday and Thursday.The decision to shorten operating hours may seem like the wrong choice, but it’s a deliberate...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.The festivities will kick off with a smaller rehearsal dinner planned for Thursday night, the official said. The person spoke ...
A Michigan man was excited to win a $50k lottery prize, but after a second look at his ticket later in the day, he realized he was wrong. He had won $500k. The 51-year-old Genesee County man chose to remain anonymous. “I play the lottery a lot and have won smaller prizes such as $100, $200, and e...
Air condition is great, but the bill might get too high, your home may not be equipped, or you still feel too warm, here are some simple yet effective ways to stay safe and feel cool in the heat.7 Practical Safety tipsStay hydrated and drink water, don’t wait until thirsty to hydrate.Cool off you...
A Warren firefighter is facing charges after prosecutors said he sent unsolicited and “concerning” messages to an 18-year-old.Adam Mazur-Baker, 37, was charged with using a computer to commit a crime and malicious use of a telecommunication service. Both charges are misdemeanors.Mazur-Baker is ac...
The North American regional trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term comes up for renewal Wednesday, and the administration has already said it's not planning to automatically approve a continuation.During initial meetings Wednesday the U.S. objected t...
For more than a decade, teams with the Library of Congress and the National Institute of Standards and Technology have been planning and preparing to bury a time capsule outside Independence Hall in Philadelphia as part of the nation's 250th birthday celebration.The America 250 time capsule is a ...
After an email an Oakland County man thought he won a few dollars from a lottery prize, hours later he found out it was $358,122.The man matched the Fantasy 5 numbers in the June 3 drawing to win the prize (05-10-21-34-37).The 66-year-old player chose to remain anonymous.The man says he plays eve...
Authorities are asking the public for help finding a missing 14-year-old girl last seen on Monday.Tyara McDonald, 14, left her home in the 100 block of Carr Street during the evening hours of Monday, June 29. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said her family has not heard from her since she lef...
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit is launching Operation Dry Water as part of the 4th of July weekend.The effort is a nationwide awareness and enforcement campaign to reduce alcohol and drug-related accidents on the water. As part of their effort, Oakland County deputies will have a...
DTE Energy offers peak hours, also called time-of-use rates, that charge different electricity prices based on the time of day, the day of the week and the season. It’s especially essential for consumers to be aware of these rates during a heat wave to lower bills and prevent grid overload. DT...
A heat wave can be dangerous for anyone, but some everyday prescription and over-the-counter medications can make it harder for the body to handle high heat, increasing the risk of dehydration, dizziness, fainting, and heat illness.Below are several medication classes that are especially importan...
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for all of Southeast Michigan through Thursday evening.Highs today will be in the mid to upper 90s under mostly sunny skies.When you factor in the humidity, it will feel closer to at least 105°. There is the chance for storms further north today, and the ...
An investigation by the FBI's Philadelphia office in December of 2025 led the authorities to the Detroit area 37-year-old.
A diary written by a young Connecticut soldier 250 years ago offers a rare, firsthand account of what it was like to fight in the American Revolution and to learn, days late, that a new nation had just been born.The diary belongs to Joab Daggett, a soldier stationed in the New York City area in ...
Summer is a time for swimming, bike rides, and outdoor adventures, but it’s also one of the busiest seasons for emergency rooms treating injured children. Consumer Reports and child safety experts say a few simple precautions can help families enjoy a safer summer.For Dr. Darria Long, a board-cer...
Michigan, among many other states, is getting hit with a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Here's what to know about the intestinal infection that's more common in hot weather.
Millions of Medicare Part D recipients could soon gain access to GLP-1 medications commonly used for weight loss through a pilot program that could save some seniors thousands of dollars per year.According to KFF, about 4 million Americans now meet the criteria for Wegovy, Zepbound and Found. The...
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