An Oakland County man is receiving treatement after being bitten by Michigan’s only venomous snake on Tuesday. A 41-year-old Novi man was bitten on the hand by an Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake at a boat launch at Proud Lake Recreation Area in Commerce Township on July 21. The ma...
We can breathe again. Let’s fly a kite. Meet Detroit Documenters at Clemente Park on Thursday. Outlier Media · Lynelle Herndon · Be in community, celebrate life, take action: Get involved in Detroit...
It is set to be a big weekend at the Big House as many are heading to Ann Arbor for one of Morgan Wallen's back-to-back concerts at Michigan Stadium. Getting there may be the easy part. However, finding a place to park could take some planning....
A U.S. service member who was missing is now believed to be dead following Iranian air strikes on a military base in Jordan last week. The Department of Defense announced Tuesday that Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, 28, of Ozone Park, New York, is believed to have been killed on Friday ...
The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has installed a new parking guidance system at the Edward H. McNamara Terminal Parking Garage. The $25 million project fitted the system throughout parking structures at the McNamara and Warren Cleage Evans terminals. The guidan...
A member of the beloved Big Bear bald eagle family was rescued by wildlife officials after it was involved in a fight, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. In a news release, LA County Parks officials said that the...
She’s hiked and camped around the world by herself. Now Laura Killingbeck is biking across Michigan raising awareness about domestic violence. “You just basically have your home on the bike and just pedal forward,” Laura said from her tent. From the UP to Detroit, Laura has spent...
The DIA and Detroit Riverfront Conservancy are partnering to showcase art outdoors. The partnership is a apart of the DIA Inside Out program. The program began in 2010, aiming to take world-class art of the museum and into the neighborhoods and parks across the state. On July 22 ...
$15 million in renovations are coming to St. Clair Metro park in Harrison Township over the next three years. Organizers say the biggest projects for the park will include a renovated north marina, doubling the number of boats able to fit, a half-mile accessible bike trail around...
Friends of Rouge Park Executive Director Lindsay Pielack explains why the organization might change its name. Outlier Media · Carole Hawke-Diop and Lynelle Herndon · One park, two groups and a whole lot of confusion...
Authorities are investigating after a kayaker drowned at Stony Creek Metropark over the weekend.
The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has installed a new parking guidance system at the Edward H. McNamara Terminal Parking Garage.The $25 million project, fitted the system throughout parking structures at the McNamara and Warren Cleage Evans terminals.The guidanc...
America's national parks are facing a steep repair bill of roughly $24 billion. This includes costs for aging roads, trails and bridges and in many cases, these repairs have been delayed for years.This has raised concerns about safety and access during the busy summer travel seas...
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Aurora Italiana restaurant is expanding to Downtown Detroit, coming to the historic Michigan Oriental Theater in Grand Circus Park.Prime Concepts Detroit, founded and operated by Joe Barbat, announced that Aurora Italiana Detroit will open inside the former home of Pao Detroit la...
The Howell Nature Center is asking the community for help as it faces a critical financial challenge that has forced a temporary pause on its wildlife rehabilitation clinic.The nonprofit launched a fundraising campaign called "Go Wild for Wildlife," with a goal of raising $100,00...
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Henri Walker, Theatre Instructor at S.O.N.G. Project Youth Performing Arts Camp, to discuss its upcoming performance "The Wiz: Reimagined"....
The 2026 Oakland County Fair is a classic summer celebration with fun activities, attractions, and entertainment for all ages.The tradition is being held July 10 to July 19 in Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg.From thrilling rides and games to delicious fair food and comm...
Hundreds of pairs of sneakers will be given away to community members this weekend during the annual NW Goldberg Cares HOOPFEST at Curtis Jones Park.
Former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox announced Friday he is ending his campaign for governor, saying President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James reshaped the Republican primary race.In a statement, Cox said internal polling following Trump’s June 22 endorsem...
Starting today, travelers going to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) will have a new way to save stress and time on parking.That will be with the debut of a new parking guidance system at the Edward H. McNamara terminal parking garage.The project - which cost $25 mi...
Hank Williams Jr’s scheduled performance at Pine Knob Music Theatre on Friday, July 17, has been rescheduled to August.All prior tickets will be honored for the new date, Aug. 13.While a reason hasn’t been given, it’s not the only performance change at Pine Knob Music Theatre. Jo...
A 27-year-old man was shot and killed overnight outside a music studio in Oak Park, leaving artists, staff, and nearby business owners shaken. Watch Ruta Ulcinaite's video report: Man found shot & killed inside vehicle outside of Oak Park music studioAccording to the Oak Park Dep...
The United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges, energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port, backing up U.S. President Donald Trumps threats to start striking infrastructure to pressure Tehran to ease its chokehol...
A smoky haze hovered over Ford Lake on Thursday, bringing an unusual calm to Ford Lake Park in Ypsilanti Township, a venue that should have been packed with spectators and competitors for Row Fest 2026.Instead, hundreds of boats sat idle as hazardous air quality, linked to smoke ...
John Mellencamp's concert at Pine Knob has been canceled due to hazardous air quality, the venue announced on Thursday.
Defending champion Argentina rallied to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reach the World Cup final.Trailing 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time, Enzo Fernandez and substitute Lautaro Martinez scored for Argentina.Anthony Gordon had given England the lead, but...
The U.S. government is violating international human rights law by severely mistreating immigrants in ICE custody at a detention camp in Texas, according to a report by Human Rights Watch and the American Civil Liberties Union.The findings stem from interviews with 71 detainees a...
Phoenix Theatres Laurel Park Place will show “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” for over 36 hours non-stop.The theatre plans to begin showings at 12 p.m. July 30.Phoenix Theatres will be the only known theatre circuit in Southeast Michigan that will keep the doors open all night long.Th...
A mother is pleading for the return of an irreplaceable keepsake.In the overnight hours between July 5th and July 6th, a thief broke into Sky Lafrance’s car and stole her checkbook wallet, which also contained an urn necklace of her grandmother and the gold cross necklace she gav...
A brand-new athletic facility is now open in Sterling Heights and city leaders say it's designed to bring the community together through recreation, competition and accessibility.The new athletic hub features pickleball courts, table tennis, adaptive programming and more. It's al...
At Detroit’s Riverfront Towers, the onetime home of Rosa Parks, Aretha Franklin, and Coleman Young, residents are writing their frustration on the walls. Civic Action Toolbox Why it matters Tenants in Detroit’s Riverfront Towers endure malfunctionin...
Temperatures climbing into the 90s have sent Downriver residents searching for relief and they're finding it at splash pads, community pools, and local parks. Watch Carli Petrus's video report: Beating the heat DownriverTaylor resident Cam Smith brought his toddler to the splash...
A 19-year-old man and his 20-year-old passenger, both from Macomb Township, had left Brandenburg Park in Chesterfield Township on a wave runner to head to Cabana Blue Lakefront Grill in Clay Township, a couple of miles away across Anchor Bay. However, on the way back, the passe...
A 28-year-old man died in Florida Tuesday after he was struck by a semi trailer truck. The man was fleeing from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to state officials.The man died while attempting to cross State Road 16 near a gas station. He was one of four peopl...
DTE Energy planned power outage for Wednesday, July 15 has been rescheduled.The outage was planned affect 492 residents in the area of Joy Road and Ann Arbor Trail area for around two hours while DTE crews safely perform work on equipment in the area.A set time and date have not ...
Belle Isle has been a part of Detroit’s history for nearly 150 years.In 1879, Detroit bought the island from the Campau family for $200k, about $6.5 million in today’s money.The park was bought to go toe-to-toe with Central Park in New York. Detroit even hired Central Park design...
A second campground on Isle Royale National Park is closed through the end of July due to increased wolf activity because of improperly stored food.According to the National Park Service, the Duncan Narrows Campground is closed for the second time this month. It will be closed th...
More work is being performed on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. President Donald Trump says the landmark was drained Monday so repairs could be made.He claims vandals are responsible for damaging the lining of the pool.But the project has faced several setbacks, including m...
For many people, this heat is an inconvenience. For others, it's part of the job.I was at the Ernest T. Ford Recreation Center in Highland Park, one of two cooling centers opening today from 10 a.m. as the city braces for dangerous heat. Highland Park is even closing city hall to...
Families can swim at Belle Isle, but as temps rise, so do residents’ desire for more access to water. “People want to have a relationship with water, people want their kids to know how to swim, people want to know how to swim.” Outlier Media · Briana Rice · Detroit once had outd...
Brother Nature Host Jack Nissen joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan for a "Brother Nature @ Night" segment! The two talk about Jack's completion of his backyard project, as well as his adventures on the Huron River and at the Detroit Zoo....
As extreme heat moves into the area this week, all Detroit recreation centers and Detroit Public Library locations will serve as cooling centers.The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch for Monday and a Heat Advisory for Tuesday, when heat index values of up ...
Many across Metro Detroit are waiting on whether criminal charges will be brought against a 22-year-old man from Detroit who was involved in Saturday's shooting at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills....
A Brighton man will serve two years’ probation for falsifying water safety records for private water systems at several Michigan mobile home parks.Brian Powell, 57, was charged with six counts of forgery and seven violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act in April 2026, after he ...
In 2010, a 2yearold boy was critically injured after a large rock fell and struck him in the head during a family visit to a Tennessee state park.Now, more than a decade later, his family is celebrating a major milestone and a remarkable new chapter."It's hard to explain, but I d...
After 3 years, $3 million, and a name change, Pontiac Oaks Park is open.The park was previously known as Hawthorne Park.In 2023, the city of Pontiac teamed up with Oakland County Parks to renovate the space.Pontiac Oaks Park is 122 acres, 55% bigger than Hawthorne Park was at 77 ...
A person was killed Monday in an ICE-involved shooting in Biddeford, Maine, according to the states speaker of the house just days after a federal immigration officer fatally shot a Mexican immigrant during a traffic stop in Houston, sparking mass protests and demands for transp...
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.Isle Royale campground closed through July due to wolf activity, National Park Service saysVisitors to Michigan’s only national park will be unable to stay at the T...
Visitors to Michigan’s only national park will be unable to stay at the Three Mile Campground this month due to ongoing wolf activity, officials announced last week.Park Service rangers at Isle Royale National Park say that campsites and off-trail camping zones camp at the campgr...
Sam Neill, a smoothly elegant and versatile actor whose career moved from art film to blockbuster as he dodged velociraptors in Jurassic Park and played Holly Hunters husband in The Piano, has died. He was 78.In 2023, Neill disclosed he had been diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic ...
Sydnee chats with bestselling author, Patricia Park. Patricia is an Assistant Professor of creative writing at American University. Her writing has also appeared in the New Yorker, the New York Times, the Guardian, Salon, and others. Patricia lives in NYC....
Brother Nature Host Jack Nissen joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to discuss the stinkhorn mushroom, a discovery he made in his back yard.
Getting into birding is as easy as leaving out some seeds and mixing in a little patience. But there's so much more to the hobby for those with enough interest. Carissa with Chirp Nook explains the best way to get involved. Also on Brother Nature this week, freaky fungus, memoria...
Graham Platner on Friday submitted his paperwork to formally withdraw from Maines U.S. Senate race, officially ending an upstart yet troubled campaign whose dissolution threatens Democrats pursuit of chamber control.Platners paperwork was received Friday by the Maine secretary of...
FOX 2's Ronia Shamona goes one-on-one with multi-platinum artist Ashley Parker Angel during his Detroit visit to discuss health, purpose, and his next chapter....
Fox 2's Ronia Shamona talks business and bites with owner Eddie Hanna who's been at Eddie's Gourmet for 42 years.
In 2023, Amanda Pasionek was returning to her car parked in a Target parking lot in Troy when she was assaulted by a man who had been stalking her from the store's exit doors. She fought off the suspect, but remains traumatized by the incident, as well as what happened next. The ...
An intensifying El Nino, nature's heat-releasing thermostat that spikes global temperatures, is heading to historically strong levels, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday.In its monthly update, NOAA said this year's El Nino, a natural warming of...
A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.
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