Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.11-year-old girl missing after evening boat ride in Lake Erie, man found deadCrews are searching for an 11-year-old girl who went missing in Lake Erie. Authorities ...
It’s one of the most important documents ever written. This year, it turns 250 years old.The document made us a country and gave us rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. But how many of us really understand where those words came from or why they still matter tod...
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence from Great Britain kick into higher gear across the United States on Friday as celebrations are balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country bakes under extreme heat.President Donald Trump will ...
A child was going under. Bystanders had their phones out. A Metro Detroit man stripped down and jumped in.Alex told Local 4 his family went on a walk with their dog on June 20 when a stranger nearby noticed a child in distress in the water.“The guy says, ‘Hey, does he need help?’...
With fishing season in full swing, Bassmaster has unveiled its list of the 10 Best Bass Lakes in America, and Michigan is included.See more information in the video below Lake St. Clair named among top 10 best bass lakes in the U.S.In the new rankings, released on Wednesday, Lake...
Several popular routes in the northern Lower Peninsula are closed during the July 4 weekend due to recent severe weather Up North.According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, extreme rainfall on Monday, June 29, caused more damage to portions of M-119, better known as ...
EXTREME HEAT WARNING: Most of Southeastern Michigan until 8:00 PM Thursday. Expect heat index values to go well above 100° for all of the region today, with air temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.HEAT ADVISORY: Sanilac County, MI until 8:00 PM Friday. Heat index values will soa...
A majority of Americans are excited to celebrate the country's 250th birthday, but are divided about President Donald Trumps role in the festivities, a new Scripps News/Talker Research poll finds.More than 7 in 10 Americans say they are very or somewhat excited to celebrate the n...
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An extreme heat warning has blanketed the Royal Oak area for days, but that is not stopping two major summer events from moving forward this weekend.Royal Oak Taco Fest was originally scheduled to begin Thursday, but organizers pushed the start date back one day due to dangerous ...
You probably already know Detroit played a crucial role in the Underground Railroad. Its code name: “Midnight." The city helped thousands of escaped slaves reach freedom in Canada. However, a church in Southfield helped as well, and its members were fierce....
A church building was a stop on the Underground Railroad, a secret and organized network of people and places that helped freedom seekers reach the North or Canada in the 1700s and 1800s....
Tons of people across Metro Detroit will be using the local lakes and streams to stay cool and celebrate America’s 250 birthday this weekend and area dive teams are standing ready to make sure everyone is safe while having a good time....
Eight young adults from Detroit stepped into the world of global entertainment through an internship program tied to R&B superstar Usher’s ongoing tour, traveling across the US alongside him to gain hands-on experience in production, creative design, and communications. The pr...
A federal judge has blocked the U.S. Postal Service from carrying out an executive order on mail-in ballots.
Less than a week after a decision from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Trump administration is taking the steps to cancel TPS, or temporary protected status, for thousands of migrants who came to the U.S. from at least seven countries.The countries include Ethiopia, Burma, South Suda...
The FDA authorized 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to carry a modified risk claim. Here's what to know.
The first thing that hits you when you step inside the Newberry Square Apartments is the smell when you first walk into the building.It’s a stale, musty odor that permeates the walls and floors of the five-story building located just off W. Michigan Avenue in the city of Wayne. I...
A Clarkston man is celebrating America's 250th birthday in a big way: by transforming his lawn into a giant flag display.T.J. Breil, known on social media as "The Lawn Dad," spent 12 hours painting an 80-by-30-foot American flag on his nearly 2.5-acre property, enduring temperatu...
Johnson had twins, and only one survived after one twin died from sudden infant death syndrome. In 2014, Johnson’s mom was killed by a hit-and-run driver, and the case has not been solved....
R&B singers Usher and Chris Brown are hitting the stage at Ford Field tonight. Some special guests are also returning home for the show.
Russia hammered Kyiv in an 11-hour drone and missile attack overnight into Thursday morning, killing at least 21 civilians in the city and injuring scores more in what Moscow said was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian ...
The story of the first 250 years of America cannot be written without the story of American music. Blues, jazz, big band, folk and country, yes, but arguably no genre of music is more closely tied to the growth and evolution of this country than what is celebrated in Cleveland on...
From Pedialyte to frequent breaks, DTE workers have a system for dealing with the extreme heat.
The heat has been extra challenging for first responders and those who work outside. And if you are working for DTE Energy out in the field, to top it off, your arms and legs have to be completely covered....
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This July, Hudson's Detroit is adorned in a giant American flag. The original JL Hudson's building was also draped in the flag beginning in 1923, which long became a tradition....
As temperatures climb and air conditioners work overtime, DTE Energy says it’s seeing a surge in calls and is reminding homeowners that a few simple steps can improve comfort and lower energy use.“We’re buried right here,” said Gregory Pinto, a supervisor with the DTE Home Protec...
Video courtesy: Bedrock. This July, Hudson's Detroit is adorned in a giant American flag. The original JL Hudson's building was also draped in the flag beginning in 1923 and becoming a tradition....
Wedding Planner, Meeka Hughes, joins Brandon Hudson on Fox 2 Detroit Live to chat about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce looking to tie the knot, and what all goes into planning a wedding on this level....
Sonia Shah, Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Case Management, sits down with Brandon Hudson to discuss the concerns and the tips for families managing chronic care in summer temps....
Free agency is in full swing for the NHL and NBA! FOX 2 Sports Producer James Paxson joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to discuss the Red Wings signing Viktor Arvidsson, the Pistons signing John Collins and predict where LeBron James could end up....
It's been nearly 10 years since someone shot and killed Alexandra Brueger while she was out for a run near Holly. The 31-year-old's murder is still unsolved. FOX 2 Detroit Live speaks with Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten, a Criminal Justice Studies Program Professor, as well as Criminal Just...
London Thomas, 17, was last seen on April 5, 2025, when her sister dropped her off at her 23-year-old boyfriend's Inkster home.
Attorney Terry Bonnette with Nemeth Bonnette Brouwer PC discusses the laws in place to help protect teens during summer employment.
FOX 2's Ronia Shamona checks in with car care expert Ken Huening on keeping your vehicle safe in extreme heat
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
Ronia Shamona talks with America250 Chair Rosie Rios about turning Independence Day into a day of generosity
FOX 2's Ronia Shamona joins Creative Producer behind The R&B Tour, Bobby Ross Avila
An inmate at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility has died two weeks after being hospitalized, marking a fourth inmate death within two months.Dalephenia Jones, 62, who had been serving a life sentence since 1994, died on July 2 at Trinity Health Hospital. Two weeks pri...
The Dix Avenue Bridge over the Rouge River on the Detroit-Dearborn border is closed until further notice.According to the Wayne County Department of Public Services, the extreme heat hitting metro Detroit is affecting the operation of the bridge.The bridge is locked down in a sem...
Buster Robbins, the man accused in the decades-old rape and killing of Beverly Wivell, was released on bond this week.The 70-year-old was released on bond on Thursday, July 2. He is scheduled to return to court for a final pre-trial hearing on Sept. 10, 2026.BackgroundBeverly Wiv...
Sixteen children from the same family who were rescued from a dilapidated home in rural Ohio were living in wretched conditions with human waste all around, confined to just one room over much of the past four years, authorities said Wednesday.Some of the children discovered Tues...
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin surprised the hockey world Thursday by announcing he will return for a 22nd NHL season, postponing retirement for at least one more year. The contract is worth $4.75 million.The Capitals said the NHLs all-time leading goal scorer signed a on...
Temperature-wise, the long weekend will be slightly more comfortable. But here’s what to know about the storm risk.
The ex-boyfriend of 17-year-old London Thomas has pleaded guilty to her 2025 murder at a pre-trial hearing on Thursday.Jalen Pendergrass pleaded guilty to second-degree murder before Judge Paul Cusick. The other charges of tampering with evidence, felony murder and unlawful impri...
A district judge tossed some of the evidence against him, accused of hacking accounts to steal photos and videos of thousands of potential athletes, mostly women....
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has upgraded its recall of hundreds of thousands of bags of "Zapps" and "Dirty" potato chips.The chips have been upgraded to a Class I recall, which means there's a "reasonable" chance that consuming the product could cause illness or death.A...
The ex-boyfriend of 17-year-old London Thomas, who was found dead in April 2025, has pleaded guilty to her murder.Jalen Pendergrass, 23, and his mother, Charla Pendergrass, 49, were charged with second-degree murder and evidence tampering in October.Thomas was found dead in South...
Irans joint military command warned Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a forceful response, ratcheting up tensions again over a waterway crucial for international energy supplies.The strait, the narrow mouth of t...
Our Grant Me Hope child this week is 8-year-old Dylan, who is a bright, imaginative young boy who loves sharing things with the people around him. Learn more about Dylan below 8-year-old Dylan is a 'bright, imaginative young boy'According to the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchang...
Your daily cup of coffee may lower your risk for liver disease or liver cancer, a large new study has found even if you drink five or more cups a day.The findings are based on more than 354,000 participants whom researchers followed for more than a decade, according to the study...
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirmed Thursday that there are now more than 220 cases of Cyclosporiasis reported in Michigan since June 22. Watch Simon Shaykhet's video report and comments from Dr. Nandi: More than 170 cases of Cyclosporiasis reported in ...
Target is recalling a children's toy after reports that the plastic dome can detach, creating a choking hazard.The Gigglescape childrens popping toy contains small plastic balls that could be dangerous if the dome detaches.RELATED STORY | Plant-based products recalled over potent...
Even though we are sweating through a brutal heat wave, we normally love getting outside during the summer. And that always comes with an unwanted crowd — mosquitoes.In Michigan, mosquitoes typically come out in late spring and stick around until early fall. So we are right in th...
The head coach for the Grosse Pointe South Varsity Hockey Team, who also owns Detroit Premier Hockey, is facing a charge in an alleged sexual assault.Benjamin Warda, 38, was charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct.According to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, Ward...
For more than three decades, users of Sonys PlayStation video game consoles have been able to buy physical discs for their systems.Starting in 2028, that will no longer be possible. Sony announced this week that it will stop producing physical discs as consumer habits shift towar...
This is the third day in a row we are hovering around triple-digit temps. And chances are you can’t just stay home and wait for things to cool off. When you jump in the car, it gets even worse. It can feel like an oven reaching 130 to even 170 degrees, and that will leave a mark ...
Burgers and hot dogs may get the spotlight, but the side dishes make the picnic.Scripps News food and wellness contributor Jessica is serving up a colorful twist on classic potato salad, made with red and blue potatoes, crisp veggies and a tangy vinaigrette. It holds up outdoors,...
An ex-Wayne County Treasurer’s Office employee and a former Detroit nonprofit director were both sentenced Wednesday to serve time in federal prison following their convictions in a 2024 bribery scheme to defraud low-income homeowners facing tax foreclosure.Zina Thomas, 60, of De...
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