Family owned 'Romeo Theatre' closing after 40 years
The owners of Romeo Theatre made the announcement on Facebook talking about how the pandemic impacted business and audiences have not climbed back to pre-pandemic levels....
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From Prison to Pro: Ypsilanti program helps formerly incarcerated people learn digital skills
For people returning to their communities after years or even decades behind bars, learning how to navigate the digital world can be an important step toward starting over. About a dozen formerly incarcerated people recently gathered inside the Ypsilanti District Library for a di...
Flock cameras targeted across Metro Detroit
Numerous reports of vandalized license plate reading cameras have surfaced in and around Metro Detroit.
Family-owned Romeo Theatre closing after 40 years in Macomb County
A beloved Macomb County movie landmark is dimming its lights for the last time. The Romeo Theatre, a family-owned two-screen cinema in Washington Township, announced on Facebook it will close its doors in mid-September after 40 years in the business. Owners cited COVID-19 fallout...
Romeo Theater to close after 40 years, citing pandemic impact and declining attendance
The Romeo Theater will shut its doors in mid-September, ending four decades of movies in the small Michigan community. Watch Jeffrey Lindblom's report below Romeo Theater to close after 40 years, citing pandemic impact and declining attendance The Romeo Theater announced on Faceb...
Page Turners with Book Lovers
Sydnee chats with authors Josh Malerman, Leigh Stroh, Hannah Whitten and fellow book lovers about all things books.
All Things Book with Lissie
Lissie is a fantasy book girl! She happens to throw in other genres from time to time, including romance. A few of her top picks include The Never List, and This Could Be Us....
Book Chat with Garrett
Garrett is a fellow book enthusiasts who uses his social media to promote the importance of reading. He also has the best job at a book store, where he's surrounded by books all day, while also offering great recommendations and reviews to fellow readers....
BOOK CHAT WITH ANGIE MIALE
Angie Miale is well known across the 'bookstagram' community for her amazing recommendations and honest reviews. Some of her favorites include; Love Like Apples, Lady X, and Catch the Devil....
Love & Other Books
Sydnee chats with book lovers, clubs, and authors about the hottest reading trends.
Book Chat with Kendra Shannon
Kendra Shannon is a Metro Detroit-based book influencer and content creator within the Book community. She also has a bookish business, With Love Author & Design Services. You can find her on Instagram @kendrareadswithlove....
Berkley Silent Book Club
At the Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome. Friends and strangers gather for free events at a set time and location, order food or drinks, share what they're reading, and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading....
Book Chat with Nestle
Nestle (pronounced like the chocolate) is known in the book community for her amazing recommendations and honest reviews. Some of her favorite reads include Martyr!, Great Black Hope, and Lonely Crowds....
Book Chat with Chris Sernel
Christopher Sernel, also known as Oh, Hush!, is an American recording artist and Grammy-nominated producer. He also has a cool book club where he picks the book, writes a theme song for it then meets with members on zoom, along with the authors....
What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Outdoor injuries, strep throat, stomach viruses, cyclosporiasis
Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals. WAYNE COUNTY – Outdoor injuries, strep throat, stomach viruses, cyclosporiasis, asthma flare-ups Dr. Kelly Levasseur -- Medical Director...
Meta ordered to pay $567 million for youth mental health treatment
A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users....
For the Foo Fighters, decades of Detroit shows culminated in a high-energy night inside the Lions' house, where a three-hour rock celebration ensued. See link below ⬇️ 📸 Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press
For the Foo Fighters, decades of Detroit shows culminated in a high-energy night inside the Lions' house, where a three-hour rock celebration ensued. See link below ⬇️ 📸 Ryan Garza, Detroit Free Press facebook.com...
Court orders Meta to pay $567 million to address kids' mental health and safety on its platforms
A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms in the second phase of a landmark trial the social media giant lost in March. In a ruling late Thursday, Judge Bryan Biedcheid said th...
7-year-old Jerry is 'the sweetest thing in the world,' brings joy to every room
Our Grant Me Hope child is 7-year-old Jerry, who loves playing all the time, reading and building things with blocks. According to the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange, Jerry brings warmth into the spaces he shares with others, and smiles easily. "Jerry would like a family tha...
The views of Detroit are impressive from the Gordie Howe bridge. You can even stop and take a photo on the new path that opened today.
The views of Detroit are impressive from the Gordie Howe bridge. You can even stop and take a photo on the new path that opened today. facebook.com
All Things Fantasy with Christina B.
Christina B. is a fantasy reading queen and offers some amazing recommendations and reviews on her social media platforms.
Book Chat with Ekene
Ekene is one of the best bookstagrammers when it comes to recommendations. Her book club 'Ekene's Corner' is doing some pretty cool events that's set to reach book lovers across the country....
Books, Puppetry, Authors & More
Sydnee chats with a young puppeteer who uses his show to promote reading, fellow book lovers and authors.
Drawing It Out with Justin Ward
Detroit's Justin Ward is a multi-talented puppeteer, writer, and performer. He's the creator of 'Draw It Out,' to help children develop a lifelong love of reading through puppetry, animation and live action....
Nailz & Novelz with Kina
Kina is a mom, wife, and full time content creator where she shares her love for sports and offers some amazing book recommendations.
What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Respiratory problems, gastrointestinal illnesses, outdoor injuries
Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals. WAYNE COUNTY – Seasonal allergies, asthma flare-ups, ear infections, gastrointestinal illnesses. Dr. Tiffney Widner -- Pediatrician, Chi...
Royal Oak library reopens day after bed bugs found inside
Library officials closed the building on Tuesday so that pest control crews could treat the facility, at 222 E. 11 Mile Road.
Royal Oak Public Library repens after bed bug incident
Operations at the Royal Oak library are back to normal Wednesday after a bed bug discovery.
Get free books, make your voice heard: Get involved in Detroit
Sign up for organizer training, learn to monitor air quality and voice your opinion on your neighborhood. Outlier Media · Lynelle Herndon · Get free books, make your voice heard: Get involved in Detroit...
Royal Oak library set to reopen Wednesday after bed bug discovery
The Royal Oak Public Library closed Tuesday after a routine inspection revealed a bed bug infestation. Watch Whitney Burney's video report: Royal Oak library set to reopen Wednesday after bed bug discovery Library staff first found a single bed bug in a bathroom on the main floor...
Beyond the benefits: The new reality of retirement in Metro Detroit
Fox 2's Ronia Shamona joins Michigan retirement expert Robert Laura to talk about retirement "intelligence." What does that actually measure, and why is it just as important as your bank account? More info at: robertlaura.com https://www.facebook.com/robert.laura/ https://www.lin...
50+ FREE Library Events for Kids & Families in Metro Detroit – August 2026
50+ FREE Library Events for Kids & Families in Metro Detroit – August 2026 LittleGuide Detroit
Apple unveils subscription-style leasing for iPhones and Macs
Why not lease your next iPhone or MacBook? Apple says you can. The company is launching a new Apple Upgrade program, similar to leasing a car. Customers make monthly payments and return the device at the end of the term. Some iPhone plans will start at about $18 a month. RELATED ...
Bedbug contamination prompts Royal Oak Library closure
The Royal Oak Public Library is temporarily closed to the public after a recent monthly inspection revealed a bedbug infestation inside the building. Bedbugs are small, flat insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans, typically at night. Despite their name, bedbugs can ...
Book Chats, Events & More
Sydnee chats with popular social media book enthusiasts, and authors about the latest in the book community.
Top Thrillers with Dennis
Sydnee chats with Dennis, who uses his social media platform to promote reading while also offering great recommendations for any reading mood.
Black Literature with Tye
Sydnee chats with book enthusiasts, Tye. Tye is well-known in the book community for her excellent recommendations with black authors.
All Things Books with Alex D.
Sydnee and Alex chat about some of the popular picks this Summer and a few cool books event kicking off.
Popular Picks with Taylor
Sydnee chats with fellow reader, Taylor. Taylor is well known in the online book community for her enthusiasm, fun book-related videos, and recommendations....
Northville District Library
Sydnee chats with Northville District Library Assistant Director, Maria Williams. The library is celebrating 30 years of being in the community and helping promote reading for all ages....
'Last Night in Brooklyn' with Xochitl Gonzalez
Xochitl Gonzalez is a bestselling author, prolific journalist, screenwriter and producer. Gonzalez is the New York Times bestselling author of the award-winning novel 'Olga Dies Dreaming,' the Reese’s Book Club Pick 'Anita de Monte Laughs Last,' and USA Today national bestseller ...
What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Gastrointestinal illnesses, cyclosporiasis, breathing problems
Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals. WAYNE COUNTY – Gastrointestinal illnesses, cyclosporiasis, breathing problems, rashes, hand foot & mouth disease, strep throat Dr. Danie...
Sheriff’s office releases new update on Blissfest attack of Detroit mentor after public speculation
Investigators remain in contact with the family of Darryl “Lonn” Hartman following recent reports suggesting he had shared information with loved ones about the events surrounding the incident, the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office said. In a statement posted to Facebook on Thursday ...
Big Bear's famous eagle Jackie may still be in critical condition after fight with other eagles
Big Bear's famous bald eagle matriarch, Jackie, may still be in critical condition at a wildlife rehabilitation center after fighting with rival eagles. On Wednesday, the Friends of Big Bear Valley said on Facebook there was no update on her condition, but their most recent post ...
Southfield Go 4 It event helps parents learn proper car seat installation, bike safety
A quick stop at the Southfield Public Library turned into an important safety lesson for one Metro Detroit mom. Nina McCoy stopped by the library during Local 4’s July Go 4 It: Ride Safe event to use the restroom. When she learned free car seat inspections were being offered, she...
Judge approves a $1.5B Anthropic settlement over books used to train Claude
A federal judge has approved a $1.5 billion copyright settlement in which artificial intelligence company Anthropic will pay thousands of authors about $3,000 per book after using pirated copies of their works to train its Claude chatbot. District Judge Araceli Martnez-Olgun said...
Michigan fans alleging organizer scammed them on tickets and merch
It's called ‘Hailgate’ and a lot of people attend for a good time before Michigan football games. But now there's controversy surrounding the host behind it. Nearly 400 people have joined the Facebook group "Hailgate Victims," sharing their stories. One of them is Florida man Bre...
‘All bets are off:’ Feds say Melvindale man threatened to shoot ICE agents
A Melvindale man is accused of making online threats to shoot and kill federal law enforcement officers -- even allegedly posting the threats publicly across Facebook, Threads and TikTok after a prior search warrant and a warning from agents.A Detroit Homeland Security Investigat...
Search suspended for 3 missing after boat with family spreading ashes capsizes on San Francisco Bay
U.S. Coast Guard crews suspended their search late Wednesday for three people missing a day after a boat capsized in the cold, choppy waters of San Francisco Bay while carrying 20 family members and friends who went out to scatter the ashes of a loved one.Suspending a search is o...
Chatbots could be at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech
Ask Claude to make a pamphlet critical of President Donald Trump or Britain's King Charles III, and Anthropic's chatbot would oblige.Prompted to do the same for Thailand's king, Saudi Arabia's crown prince or China's leader, and the artificial intelligence model declined.It is a ...
Fraser's Mama K's overwhelmed with customers after viral story about 80-year-old owner's dream
An 80-year-old restaurant owner who feared her dream could come to an end is now seeing an outpouring of community support after a story about her struggle reached more than 900,000 people on Facebook. Watch Peter Maxwell's video report: Community rallies around Fraser's Mama K's...
Audible Story House First-Ever Bookless Bookstore
In May, Audible opened a bookless pop-up store called 'Audible Story House' is New York City. The listening lounge and community hub allowed visitors to browse audiobooks using 'Story Tiles' and enjoy immersive installations, a cafe, and live programming....
Fans react to news that Steve Yzerman is out as Red Wings GM
The Detroit Red Wings announced on Wednesday that Steve Yzerman is out as the team's GM and executive vice president.The post on the WXYZ Facebook page garnered dozens of comments within the first few minutes.Below are some of the comments from followers on our page.Maleesha MacR...
'A Guardian and a Thief' with Megha Majumdar
Megha Majumdar is the author of the bestselling novel, 'A Guardian and a Thief' which is an Oprah’s Book Club pick. Her debut novel, 'A Burning,' was a TODAY Show Read With Jenna book club pick and longlisted for the National Book Award, among other honors. Majumdar was born and ...
Health officials eye lettuce in spreading Cyclospora outbreak
Health officials in Michigan say lettuce and salad greens may be behind a diarrhea outbreak as cases rise above 3,000.Lettuce and salad greens have repeatedly come up during the investigation into the Cyclospora parasite, but officials caution that other foods cannot be ruled out...
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly tied to salad greens, lettuce, MDHHS says
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state....
Detroit native's new book about Lions fandom
Author, Joel Walkowski, joins Brandon Hudson on Fox 2 Detroit Live to discuss the release of his new book, "Honolulu Blues: How Loving a Losing Team Created a Winning Man."...
Black Literary Authors Chat
Sydnee chats with four thriller/horror authors about their journey in writing and an upcoming event book festival. License 2 Thrill is kicking off in October in Nashville, featuring 30 black indie thriller authors. https://licensed2thrill.shop/...
Book Chat with Jalen
Sydnee chats with fellow book enthusiast, Jalen. Jalen is well-known on social media, using his platform to promote the importance of reading and the fun in it!...
All Things Books & More
Sydnee chats with bestselling authors and social media book enthusiasts about the current reading trends and events.
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