Getaway driver in deadly playground shooting is sentenced
An emotional judge tells William Wheeler he has "no clue" what he is in for when he gets to prison.
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11 PWHL Detroit players & staff to participate in IIHF Women's World Championships
The all-new PWHL Detroit team will be well-represented at the IIHF Women's World Championships, which kicked off Friday and goes through the middle of the month. Watch below: Hilary Knight talks about joining PWHL Detroit, excitement for upcoming season Hilary Knight talks about ...
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Wendy’s breakfast could disappear at some restaurants
Amid slumping sales, Wendys leaders told investors that franchisees will no longer be required to serve breakfast. The announcement comes as the Columbus, Ohio-based fast-food chain rejected a bid to buy the company. Company leaders said some locations could improve profitability...
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Marijuana manufacturer recalls edible for unpleasant 'high', digestive distress
According to the CRA, customers said eating the edible created an “unpleasant euphoric experience” and also reported having stomach issues.
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'I'm sorry': Driver in shooting that killed two at playground speaks in court
William Wheeler expressed his remorse for his role in the deadly shooting, helping his friend and gunman Brandon Ware during the tragic crime.
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DTE, Consumers sue to block ‘money out of politics’ proposal approved by voters
Michigan utilities sue over Proposal 2, which passed Tuesday with more than 80% of the vote Law bans utilities and some state contractors from donating to political campaigns, among other things Lawsuit alleges that violates free speech and other constitutional rights LANSING — T...
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Deputies seek information on missing 16-year-old Pontiac boy
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 16-year-old Pontiac boy who has been reported as a runaway and may be staying with family members in Detroit. Curl Fletcher Cole Jr. was reported missing Thursday, Nov. 5 after leaving his ho...
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Meghan Markle's father reportedly arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry's wife Meghan, was arrested Friday morning by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. The people who confirmed his arrest were not authorized ...
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Millions of Little Giant ladders recalled after reports of injuries
Little Giant Ladder Systems announced a recall of millions of ladders sold across the U.S. because the Rapid Locks can suddenly retract if they are not fully engaged, posing a fall hazard to consumers. According to the company, there have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, in...
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Warren Police want help finding missing teen
Warren Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old. Amiyah Jade Younan has been missing since Sept. 20. She’s described as 90 pounds, 5 feet 2 inches tall, with brown eyes and brown hair with purple highlights. The family is offering a $250 rew...
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Who will lead Congress? Leadership battles take center stage after midterms
With Democrats poised to take control of both chambers of Congress, attention is quickly turning from the 2026 midterm elections to the leadership battles that will determine who guides the new House and Senate majorities. Leadership elections are expected to begin next week, wit...
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Set of letters from cadet on Edmund Fitzgerald hits auction in Detroit
A set of letters from a deck hand on the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald have hit auction at DuMouchelles in Downtown Detroit. Watch below: Video shows worker removing bell from the Edmund Fitzgerald Video shows worker removing bell from the Edmund Fitzgerald The letters were from David W...
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Man accused of setting fire inside Huntington Place learns sentence
The man who pleaded guilty to starting a fire inside Huntington Place in April has been sentenced to two years of probation. Detroit fire investigators said Deashawn Victor Harrison was caught on camera going inside Huntington Place just before 9 a.m. on April 28, dousing the car...