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Literacy lawsuit money is expiring. Here’s how DPSCD board candidates would keep key interventions.
This story also appeared in Chalkbeat Detroit Ten years ago, an explosive lawsuit against the state was filed on behalf of Detroit students, alleging such poor learning conditions that it sent shockwaves across the country and drew attention to a literacy crisis in city schools. ...
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Missing Sterling Heights man with dementia found safe by police
Calahan left on foot and went missing from the area of Clinton River Road and Schoenherr, and a drone first responder search and police canine track were unsuccessful....
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Old-growth red pine forest discovered in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
An entire stand of old-growth red pine trees — some estimated to be nearly 400 years old — was discovered by a Michigan DNR forester during a routine forest checkup in the Upper Peninsula. Located near Lake Superior and the Two Hearted River in the eastern part of the UP, the anc...
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25-year study aims to find out why Black Americans develop dementia at twice the rate of white Americans
Black Americans are about twice as likely as White Americans to develop dementia, and researchers are still working to understand why. A major study is now reconnecting with thousands of people first interviewed 25 years ago in hopes of finding answers. See the full story from Wh...
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VP of Detroit funeral home dies days after customers claim mother was wrongly cremated
The vice president of a Detroit funeral home has died days after a family claimed their mother was wrongly cremated. Joseph Hutchison Jr., Hutchison Funeral Home’s Vice President of Operations, was found dead on Thursday, Sept. 24, a public relations representative for the funera...
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New Jersey’s lieutenant governor resigns amid sexual harassment, ethics complaints
New Jerseys Democratic lieutenant governor has resigned after the governor demanded he step down over sexual harassment allegations and ethical lapses involving his relationships with women. Gov. Mikie Sherrill had given Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell an ultimatum that he resign by Frida...
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Michigan DNR seeking input on state forest plan changes after ice storms
Officials with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are asking residents to share their thoughts on the latest changes made to the state’s 10-year forest management plan. The plan, which outlines how Michigan’s publicly owned state forests will be managed for the next 10 ...
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Supreme Court lets Trump admin use revamped federal voter eligibility database
The Supreme Court on Friday lifted restrictions on a controversial federal voter database before Novembers elections, granting President Donald Trump a temporary win in his aggressive campaign against noncitizen voting. The emergency order allows states, for now, to use the Depar...
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Dashcam video shows police pursuit of Bloomfield Township home invasion suspect
Newly released dashcam video from the Bloomfield Township Police Department shows a 2024 pursuit of a man facing charges this week in connection to an alleged home invasion. Gregory Benson, 34, was arraigned Wednesday on home invasion and fleeing and eluding charges stemming from...
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Why Trump’s attendance at Texas-Tennessee could affect the game
President Donald Trump is expected to attend this weekends SEC matchup between No. 1 Texas and No. 14 Tennessee in Knoxville. His attendance could affect communication on the field. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian told reporters Thursday that the presidents attendance could affect co...
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Eastpointe police officer injured in chase of suspect in truck with stolen plants, shrubs
A police officer was struck by a fleeing suspect believed to be stealing from an English Gardens courtyard early Friday morning.
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Zelensky says Trump approved Patriot missile production in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that US President Donald Trump will allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles, a key demand as Kyiv tries to fend off relentless Russian aerial attacks. There are concrete agreements in place, Zelensky told reporters. During ...
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Absentee ballots going out in Michigan: What to know
Absentee ballots now available for Michigan’s Nov. 3 general election Michigan voters can vote via absentee ballot until 8 p.m. on Election Day Clerks across the state will also offer at least 10 days of early, in-person voting Michigan’s Nov. 3 general election is weeks away, bu...
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Krispy Kreme adds Churro Doughnut Dots to seasonal menu
If you're craving a sweet fall treat this weekend, Krispy Kreme may have just the thing. The chain has launched Churro Doughnut Dots. The bite-sized doughnuts are coated in cinnamon sugar and served with a dulce de leche dipping sauce. The doughnuts are sold in servings of eight....
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Hurricane Nolo strengthens near Hawaii, threatens flooding on Big Island
Hurricane Nolo is expected to strengthen as it spins near the Hawaiian Islands over the weekend. Although Nolo is not expected to make direct landfall in Hawaii, it will likely bring tropical storm conditions and possibly hurricane conditions to the Big Island this weekend. The N...
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Firefighter pleads no contest to drunken driving charge in crash that killed Oak Park senior
An off-duty Detroit firefighter accused of driving drunk and causing a fatal accident in Roseville has pleaded no contest to his charges. Travis Turner, 26, of Roseville, faces one count of operating a vehicle while intoxicated - causing death and one count for possessing a firea...
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Delta adding nonstop flights between Detroit and Athens, Greece in summer 2027
Delta Air Lines is adding a new international flight from Detroit Metro Airport next summer, bringing nonstop service to Greece. According to Delta, a nonstop flight between Detroit and Athens will begin June 8, 2027. It will fly three times weekly through Oct. 28. For the first ...
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Man runs over officer, abandons lawnmower in police chase over stolen plants in Eastpointe, cops say
A Detroit man led a police chase early Friday morning after officials said it began over stolen plants in Eastpointe. Police responded to English Gardens near 9 Mile and Kelly in Eastpointe at around 1:40 a.m. on Sept. 25 for a report of someone stealing plants at the store. Offi...
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Tigers to send off legendary pitcher Justin Verlander in style
This weekend the Tigers are celebrating Justin Verlander leading up to his last start ever wearing the old English 'D.'
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Lawmakers raise concerns about China as Trump hosts Chinese President Xi
Some U.S. lawmakers are raising concerns about President Donald Trump's decision to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit, questioning what tangible outcomes have emerged from the high-profile summit. Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted Xi and his wife at the ...
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The history of Mexicantown: How southwest Detroit’s Latino community built a legacy of resilience
The colorful murals, family-owned businesses and cultural landmarks that define southwest Detroit today tell a story much deeper than what visitors might see at first glance. For generations, Latino families have called this neighborhood home, helping shape Detroit through their ...
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Trump floats diesel export ban despite past attacks on Biden energy policy
In January 2024, then-presidential candidate Donald Trump blasted the Biden administration for freezing approvals for new plants to export US liquefied natural gas. When he won the election, in part by slamming the Biden-Harris war on energy, Trump vowed in his second inaugural a...
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Jets coach Aaron Glenn brings familiarity against Lions Sunday
It's a homecoming of sorts for Jets coach Aaron Glenn against the Lions at Ford Field Sunday.
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Pennsylvania man wounded during Trump rally assassination attempt dies
James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died in Pittsburgh, his lawyer said Thursday. He was 76. Copenhaver was in the bleachers during the event in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a 20-ye...
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MDOT lane closures coming to I-94 this weekend
Drivers taking I-94 this weekend might want to keep in mind some lane closures taking place.
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AAA study: Owning and operating a new car now costs nearly $13,000 a year
If you are shopping for a new vehicle, AAA says the sticker price is only part of the cost drivers need to consider. AAAs 2026 Your Driving Costs study finds the average annual cost to own and operate a new vehicle is $12,863, or $1,071.92 per month. Watch Alicia Smith's video re...
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Early morning truck fire, diesel spill slows traffic on WB I-96 at Livernois
An early morning crash and subsequent diesel spill involving a truck on westbound I-96 at Livernois Avenue in Detroit caused significant backups Friday morning. The crash was first reported just before 4 a.m., with aerial footage from Sky 4 appearing to show cleanup efforts after...
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Quiet weekend ahead with sunshine and seasonal temperatures
A few more clouds mix in today, keeping temperatures a few degrees cooler. Look for partly sunny skies with highs in the mid-60s across Southeast Michigan. It will remain dry and feeling like fall under the lights across town for Friday night football. The dry, seasonable pattern...
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Synthetic motor oil shortage worsens: What oil shortage means for your wallet
Oil changes are getting more expensive, as the price of motor oil rises this year. But some drivers could feel the pinch more than others. Tess Warner, who drives a Volkswagen, is dealing with the double burden of expensive diesel fuel and now rising synthetic oil costs. "The las...
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Hazmat crash cleanup on I-96 in Detroit
Crews are at the scene of a truck crash with a street sweeper early Friday morning on WB I-96 at Livernois.
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Hazmat crews clean up I-96 truck and street sweeper crash, fuel spill in Detroit
The truck, which has labeling at National Industrial Maintenance Inc, while a street sweeper can also be seen damaged, off to the side.
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'It's going to be extremely hard': Drivers frustrated as freeway closures are set for I-96
Closures are coming to westbound I-96, express and local lanes this weekend. Its frustrating drivers across metro Detroit, especially those on the west side. They told 7 News Detroit they are either forced to take the express lanes past their exit or they have to get off the free...
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‘Paint-by-number’ mural unveiled at Dossin Great Lakes Museum
A new collaborative artwork representing Detroit’s rich maritime history was officially unveiled at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle on Wednesday. The 32-by-8-foot mural, created by local artist and multidisciplinary designer Brontae Williamson, was completed in sectio...
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Dearborn woman billed Medicaid for dental work that never happened at clinic, AG says
A Dearborn woman is facing multiple charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme. Lina Abraham, 41, was charged with one count of conducting a criminal enterprise and 14 counts of Medicaid fraud. According to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, while working as an office manage...
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St. Clair Shores woman sentenced to weekends in jail, probation in fatal hit-and-run case
A St. Clair Shores woman was sentenced to two years of probation after pleading no contest to a charge stemming from the death of a 76-year-old woman who was found at the end of a driveway in November 2025, the Macomb County prosecutor’s office said. Stephanie Holt, 32, pleaded n...
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42-year-old woman hospitalized after being struck by car while crossing road in Canton Township
A 42-year-old Canton woman was hospitalized after she was struck by a vehicle while crossing a roadway. The crash occurred on Thursday (Sept. 24) at about 7:14 p.m. near Warren Road and Burgundy Street, according to the Canton Police Department. Police said a 33-year-old Ann Arbo...
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Go 4 It: 14-year-old Michigan girl turns rare disease diagnosis into mission to help others
For 14-year-old Ava Little, living with a rare genetic disease has meant facing challenges from a young age. But rather than letting the condition define her, she is using her experience to help other families and raise awareness. Little was diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth dis...
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Weekend jail sentence sparks debate
A 32-year-old St. Clair Shores woman was given an unusual sentence involving weekends in jail for a fatal hit-and-run. In addition to two years' probation, Holt will be serving weekends in jail. She will report to Macomb County Jail at 5 p.m. Friday to begin her intermittent lodg...
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Vitamin K refusals rise among new parents
More babies are suffering life-threatening bleeding because parents are opting out of this basic injection for their newborns.
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Unknown man arrested after approaching students at Crescentwood Elementary during recess
Eastpointe Community Schools confirmed an unknown man approached students on the playground during recess Thursday afternoon at Crescentwood Elementary School. Warren Police arrested the man shortly after the incident in the area of the school. Warren Police responded to the scen...
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Former nurse convicted on two counts in sex assault case
A former Detroit nurse was found guilty of two criminal sexual conduct counts and not guilty on three other counts following a jury trial.
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Michigan Proposal 2 seeks to limit campaign contributions from utilities and government contractors
Michigan voters will decide on Proposal 2 this November, a citizen-led ballot initiative that would restrict campaign contributions from regulated utility companies and government contractors. The measure would prohibit regulated utilities such as DTE Energy and Consumers Energy ...
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Questions about why man was allowed back on the streets
FOX 2 obtained video posted on social media showing the suspect in this case a few months earlier, interacting with a passerby who offered him cash on the street....
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Family of Detroit stabbing victim questions why suspect was allowed on the streets
Major questions about where the mental health care system broke down, one day after Devon Watson was charged with First Degree Murder in the stabbing death of Jaquoya Wix in downtown Detroit this past weekend....
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Michigan nurse accused of breaking bones and bruising premature infant at children's hospital
A nurse is accused of beating a prematurely born 4-month-old baby girl at a Michigan hospital, leaving the infant with broken bones and bruises, including injuries to her tongue, according to reports....
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FOX 2 Sports Wrap: Week 3 NFL & Week 4 CFB picks
FOX 2 Sports Producer James Paxson and FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan discuss the week that was in College Football and the NFL, including Ole Miss getting the win over LSU and former coach Lane Kiffin. They also go through their picks for week 3 of the NFL and week 4 of Co...
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Chilly nights, comfortable games: Metro Detroit’s dry stretch lasts through the weekend
Thursday evening will feel cool across Southeast Michigan, especially north of Detroit. Temperatures will drop through the 50s and into the 40s overnight, with the chilliest air near the I-69 corridor and in the Thumb. Some communities outside Metro Detroit will wake up in the lo...
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Chinese dual-use electronics are helping Iran and Russia build deadlier drones, despite US sanctions
As President Donald Trump hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, a sensitive question hangs over the visit: whether Chinese companies are helping arm two of Americas adversaries. Recent reporting and trade data reviewed by weapons analysts point to a continuing flow of...
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Homeless encampment found behind Westland Kroger, residents demand action
A small homeless encampment tucked in the woods behind a Kroger store in Westland is drawing attention from neighbors and raising questions about what’s being done to help those living there. The camp, located near Michigan Avenue and Merriman Road, is hidden from plain sight but...
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Inkster man arrested for allegedly trafficking a15-year-old girl
The FBI says they’ve recovered a 15-year-old girl who was being trafficked online and now an Inkster man has been arrested and charged.
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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield speaks on controversies, calling them 'hurtful' and a 'distraction'
Amid the investigation, threats of a lawsuit, and other controversies, Mayor Mary Sheffield spoke to FOX 2. The interview was brief, but the mayor took a moment to speak with FOX 2 about all the headlines lately....