A 2-year-old gained access to a loaded gun at a Richmond daycare and put the firearm in their mouth before placing it on a table near five other children, according to documents from the Virginia Department of Social Services. Richmond police said the incident happened Sept. 25 at Thrive Learning...
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On Friday, October 23, Metro Detroiters will come together for HAVENs first-ever Day of Giving; one powerful day of giving, awareness, and advocacy in support of survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. This year's goal is to raise $100,000 in 24 hours. HAVEN pr...
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The Shiny Rust Hot Rod Spectacular is Metro Detroits newest and coolest indoor classic car and hot rod show. The inaugural event is being held October 17 & 18 at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi (46100 Grand River Avenue). The car show will feature hundreds of rides on dis...
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged supporters Saturday to speak out in defense of new U.S. sanctions against Russia, hours after President Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing a sweeping package of restrictions targeting the Russian economy. The White House d...
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4Warn Weather — Grab a jacket before heading out this Sweetest Day. Sunshine will brighten the weekend, but temperatures will take some time to recover from a frosty start. The good news for outdoor plans: Dry weather holds through the weekend, including Sunday’s Detroit Free Pre...
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Abdul El-Sayed’s ascent to politics started in Detroit. Now, residents of the city may be the deciding factor in whether he becomes Michigan’s next US Senator. El-Sayed is facing an uphill battle in the November election: Although he won the Democratic nomination, a majority of t...
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Pope Leo XIV is being released from the hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery, and will deliver the traditional noon blessing Sunday from a window overlooking St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced. The 71-year-old Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung r...
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Michigan’s House, Senate and governor’s office are all up for grabs in November as Democrats and Republicans compete Republicans say they’d use majorities to cut taxes and repeal a clean energy mandate, among other things Democrats say they’d prioritize affordability by pursuing ...
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The breakdown: Disgraced former Michigan oncologist Farid Fata is again seeking compassionate release from his 45-year federal sentence. Survivors and families strongly oppose his release, describing lasting physical harm and saying his crimes deserve no compassion. Fata pleaded ...
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What to know: Free basketball-themed event featuring Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham, interactive experiences, and giveaways. Saturday, Oct. 17, from 2 to 5 p.m. Cade Cunningham appearance: Scheduled for 3 to 4 p.m. Xfinity Store, 1991 S. Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI...
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The breakdown: Daniel James Gibson, 26, of Holly, was charged with making a false report or threat of terrorism after allegedly threatening people at Andy’s Place’s Oct. 10 reopening celebration. Police say Gibson tried to bring alcohol into the event, repeatedly attempted to cli...
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What to know: Federal prosecutors say Carson James Lee Ensign, 24, of Port Hope, contacted a 10-year-old girl on TikTok, requested sexual images, and continued messaging her through iMessage. The girl’s parent reported the case to Ohio authorities on Oct. 12. The FBI says a preli...
