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Mother, 7-year-old daughter shot during argument on Detroit's east side -- here's what we know
The breakdown: A woman and her daughter were shot Monday night at an apartment complex on Farnsworth near Gratiot and Van Dyke on Detroit’s east side. Police said the shooting followed a dispute connected to a fight between children. The mother was struck in the arm and her daugh...
safety
Missing: Woman goes missing after car crash in Huron Township, believed endangered
McGrath wasn't at her residence in Southgate and family members told police they hadn't heard from her since Friday, Oct. 9.
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Four ways to help lower your heating bill this winter
As temperatures begin to swing, it’s a good time to prepare for colder weather and think about ways to manage heating costs. A home’s natural gas use can rise in winter as the furnace runs longer to keep up with colder outdoor temperatures. DTE says usage can also depend on a hom...
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Retirement spending dilemma: Why millions fear running out of money
After decades of saving for retirement, many Americans face an unexpected challenge: actually spending their money. A new Prudential survey found that 54% of retirees would rather leave money behind for heirs than risk running out of money during retirement. Even retirees with si...
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Missing woman sought by Huron Township police
A woman has gone missing after a car crash last Saturday in Huron Township.
government
'Somebody needs to make some changes': Voters sound off ahead of election
With voters preparing for Michigans general election in just three weeks, many metro Detroit residents say affordability remains their biggest concern heading into Election Day. The Nov. 3 ballot features two major statewide races: the race for governor and the contest for Michig...
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Summerlike warmth continues in Metro Detroit before weather whiplash this weekend
Scattered showers and thunderstorms have mainly pushed east of Southeast Michigan, with just a few isolated showers lingering this morning mainly before daybreak. Unseasonably warm air takes over today with highs climbing above 80 degrees. It will feel more like summer than mid-O...
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New program from Warren police, Turning Point Macomb aims to break cycle of domestic violence
Domestic violence affects more people than most realize. The abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, or financial, and getting out of a dangerous domestic situation is often a complicated and painful process for survivors. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than...
schools
Longtime Michigan high school teacher paid 17-year-old over $800 for sex, nude images, feds say
The breakdown: Federal authorities charged Corwin Gutenschwager, 48, a longtime Lapeer high school teacher, with sex trafficking of a minor and sexual exploitation of children. A complaint says Cash App records showed 21 payments totaling up to $839 to a 17-year-old between Febru...
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Bloomfield Township moves forward with deer study amid debate over population management
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) Bloomfield Township officials have approved a recommendation that could lead to a comprehensive study of the local deer population and eventually help shape a future deer management plan. Watch Megan Lee's video report below: Bloomfield Township ...
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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield condemns shooting of mother, 7-year-old daughter; police search for shooter
What to know: Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield called the shooting of a 29-year-old woman and her 7-year-old daughter an act of senseless violence. The shooting happened shortly after 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at an apartment complex in the 8000 block of Farnsworth on Detroit’s east si...
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Residents in Metro Detroit call for an end to Flock cameras
Garden City residents were gathered at a city council meeting to discuss their grievances with Flock. Meanwhile, police say Flock cameras are great for helping them track down criminals. However, plenty of people think they are too invasive....