The FBI is asking potential victims to come forward after a Metro Detroit businessman was charged with wire fraud in connection with an alleged investment scheme tied to a proposed sports complex development.The FBI’s Detroit Field Office said Kenneth Bardwell and his company, Motown Sports Group...
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Multiple people have been shot outside of a church on Detroit’s west side.The shooting occurred on Friday (July 17) outside Greater Love Tabernacle Church, located in the 17600 block of Plymouth Road, per Detroit police.Police confirmed that multiple victims were located, but additional details a...
Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.
Stream the 2026 Bayview Mackinac Race live from two different boats this weekend live on Lake Huron.
Michigan is at the center of what could be the largest Cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history, and now the legal fight has begun.On Friday, July 17, Michigan health officials reported more than 5,000 cases.The CDC and FDA say the outbreak has been traced to shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco ...
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 endorsement showed James ...
Mike Cox has dropped his bid for governor of Michigan and is endorsing John James for the seat, which now includes only two Republican candidates vying for the GOP's nomination.
Charlie Langton goes one-on-one with Reverend Horace Sheffield to discuss his daughter, Mayor Mary Sheffield, becoming Detroit's first female mayor and how her historic achievement has impacted their relationship.
The wildfires in Canada and the smoke afflicting Michigan has devastating consequences for our health, and solutions to the widening crises are limited. Also on Brother Nature this week, what's wrong with Michigan's boxwoods? The hardy shrub is increasingly under attack from pests.
Police in Dearborn are warning residents — especially seniors — about a growing trend of door-to-door home repair scams. Scammers are reportedly offering discounted repairs or claiming a home needs immediate work, then taking cash up front and disappearing.Commander Timothy McHale of the Dearborn...
Gerry Mason joins Aaron Jordan on Fox 2 Detroit Live to talk the future of U of M following the rumors of Warde Manuel.
The FBI is asking potential victims to come forward after a Metro Detroit businessman was charged with wire fraud in connection with an alleged investment scheme tied to a proposed sports complex development.The FBI’s Detroit Field Office said Kenneth Bardwell and his company, Motown Sports Group...
Hazardous air quality is creating another day of inconvenience across Metro Detroit, forcing families, visitors, and event organizers to rethink plans as smoke lingers in the region.A group of teens visiting from Texas said the conditions have them focused on health and safety.“It was definitely ...
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Rajena LaMartique Linson, 25, of Detroit, has been charged in connection with the 2022 assault of a 19-year-old woman who officials allege was beaten, struck twice by a vehicle and left to die in freezing temperatures.Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy announced one count of assault with intent t...
Gerry Mason joins Aaron Jordan on Fox 2 Detroit Live to discuss this year's fundraiser all to help the Salvation Army.
Hank Williams Jr.’s show Friday night at Pine Knob has been rescheduled amid bad air quality.
Attorney Gerry Mason joins Charlie on Detroit Talk City to discuss all things Warde Manuel
Pontiac native, Aaron Barnett of We Run 313 joins Brandon Hudson to discuss his mission to run every street in the city, uncover hidden gems, and connections within the community.
Detroit native fashion designer, Desmond Lester, sits down with Brandon Hudson to discuss his journey as a designer and the significance of seeing his work on such a big stage.
FRIDAY: Mix of sunshine and clouds. Remaining smoky/hazy. High: 89.SATURDAY: Mix of sunshine and clouds, remaining smoky.hazy. High: 90.SUNDAY: Mostly sunny skies. Cooler temperatures. High: 83.The smoke from the Canadian wildfires continues to impact the region throughout our Friday, prompting s...
Detroit’s air quality ranks as the worst in the world for the second day in a row Friday as smoke from Ontario wildfires continues to pour into Michigan, although air quality is expected to improve slightly Saturday. Wildfires burning in Ontario northwest of Lake Superior and in Minnesota ha...
Attorney, Danielle Mayoras, joins Brandon Hudson in studio to discuss everything you need to know when it comes to getting your affairs and finances in order.
Brandon Hudson sits down with gospel legends Fred Hammond, Deitrick Haddon, and Jacky Clark of The Clark Sisters to discuss their groundbreaking Las Vegas residency and what it means to share their music on this stage.
Police in Detroit are looking for a missing 35-year-old manAccording to authorities, Rennell Pits was last seen July 13 near the intersection of Downing and Deacon streets.Police said he left home and hasn’t returned.Rennell PitsDetailsAge35 years oldHeight5 feet, 9 inchesWeightAbout 200 poundsCl...
Police in Detroit are looking for a missing 39-year-old man with mental health issues.According to authorities, Ricky Reynolds Jr. was last seen July 16 on Wykes Street, between Tireman and Warren avenues.Police said he left home and hasn’t returned.His family said he has bipolar disorder, schizo...
Police in Detroit are looking for a missing 16-year-old girl.According to authorities, Teresa Williams was last seen July 16 on Terry Street, just south of Schoolcraft Road.Police said she left home and hasn’t returned.Teresa WilliamsDetailsAge16 years oldHeight4 feet, 10 inchesWeightAbout 125 po...
Detroit Free Press is a partner and shares a reporter with BridgeDetroit. Stories shared are not under a paywall. Detroit Free Press Detroit officials are reminding residents to stay indoors as much as possible and mask up if they must go outside while the air quality in the...
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 Investigations (HSI) Specia...
As smoke from the Canadian wildfires continues to blanket the region, Mayor Mary Sheffield announced measures the city was taking to help residents.
Police said a woman tied to a shooting involving a Wayne County sheriff’s deputy is now in custody.Update: Detroit woman charged after 2022 attack in which victim was allegedly beaten, run overThe deputy was shot at -- but not hit -- Tuesday, July 14, near the Harper Woods–Detroit–Grosse Pointe a...
Environmental group slams Line 5 tunnel permit decisions Two state agencies issued permits for Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac, requiring measures to protect threatened plant species and bat habitats, Michigan Public reports. Flow Water Advocates criticized the dec...
Police in Oak Park are investigating after a man was found shot and killed inside a vehicle early Friday morning.The shooting was reported just after 2 a.m. on Meyers Road. Officers responded to the scene following reports of gunshots and discovered a 27-year-old man dead inside the vehicle.The O...
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rose again, state health officials reported on Friday, with more than 5,000 cases reported.Federal health officials are investigating Taylor Farms’ iceberg lettuce as a possible source.On July 17, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) report...
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. John Mellencamp can...
A 32-year-old Ypsilanti man is facing charges after reportedly assaulting his girlfriend and barricading himself inside a Romulus home.---> Woman escapes, barricaded man surrenders after threatening Romulus police during domestic violence standoffIt happened July 14, at a home off Cogswell Street...
An additional 690 cases were reported on Friday, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services – while the hospitalized cases have more than doubled.
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. This story also appeared in Votebeat After days of speculation among election officials and experts about what...
The Thunder over Michigan air show is continuing this weekend at Willow Run Airport. Here’s what to know about the event and the air quality alert.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield spoke about the city's response to the air quality emergency in Michigan.
Caught between extreme heat, hazy skies, and some of the world's worst air quality, Michigan is desperate for some respite from what has been a brutal stretch of weather in July.
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