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Bookstore staffers in Detroit discover explosive acid among stacks of books
A bizarre and potentially dangerous discovery was made at a used book store in Detroit. The staffer who found it knew she had to alert the fire department....
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Arts, Beats and Eats returns to Royal Oak with 200 performances and a premier fine art show
Labor Day weekend may mark the unofficial end of summer, but the celebration is just getting started in downtown Royal Oak. The Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats, presented by Flagstar Bank, returns Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7, bringing music, food, and fine art to...
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Detroit Music Hall fire: Erykah Badu tribute goes on after sixth-floor blaze
A tribute to singer Erykah Badu went on as scheduled Monday night at Aretha’s Jazz Café, just hours after firefighters battled a fire in an office on the sixth floor of Detroit’s historic Music Hall. The fire was reported around 10 a.m. after a passerby saw smoke and called 911, ...
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Explosive acid found at Detroit bookstore
One thing led to another and hazmat crews ended up closing down the street and retrieving the item in question. I’m outside John K. King Used and Rare Books on Lafayette with an estimated one million old books inside. But among all the stacks of antique books, a staffer found a b...
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Detroit man charged with home invasion, sexual assault of woman in her 60s in broad daylight
A 23-year-old man is in custody facing felony charges after allegedly breaking into a woman's home in southwest Detroit and sexually and physically assaulting her. The attack happened last week Monday in the area of W Fisher Service Drive and Lansing Street. The suspect, Roderick...
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'Really nice to have it open again': Commuters relieved as I-75 ramps reopen from I-696
The north and southbound ramps to I-75 from westbound I-696 have reopened after months of closure, bringing faster commute times and less traffic to the surrounding streets. The reopening comes after a $280 million reconstruction project along I-696 forced drivers through detours...
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Detroit Public Schools announces 3-hour early release due to heat Tuesday, Wednesday
Detroit Public Schools Community District students will be dismissed three hours early because of expected high temperatures, the district announced Monday. The early release will take effect Tuesday, Sept. 1, and Wednesday, Sept 2, DPSCD announced Monday (Aug. 31). DPSCD said af...
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Barbershop offers free haircuts, medical career mentorship to young men on Detroit’s east side
A Detroit barbershop offered young men more than a fresh haircut over the weekend. The Barber Station on Gratiot Avenue hosted a youth mentorship event that paired free haircuts on Saturday (Aug. 29) with an opportunity to learn about careers in medicine. Medical students from Wa...
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PR expert & media analyst on Lake Ontario & Trump's FCC
Matt Friedman, the co-founder of Tanner Friedman Public Relations discusses the messaging surrounding Lake Ontario's name change to Lake America, as well as President Trump calling on the FCC to investigate NBC News & Meet the Press Host Kristen Welker....
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Heat, storms kick off meteorological fall before pleasant Labor Day weekend in Metro Detroit
September is ready to begin, but Mother Nature has other ideas on whether the month starts with normal weather. Tuesday, Sept. 1, marks the first day of meteorological fall, but Southeast Michigan will begin the new season with weather that feels much more like the heart of summe...
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Jury convicts Duane 'Keffe D' Davis of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury found Duane Keffe D Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, marking the first conviction in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades. The 63-year-old Davis was convicted Monday of murder with the use of a deadly weapon and could be ...
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All eyes on bond market amid economic uncertainty
All eyes are on the bond market as it prepares for an interest rate increase, as the war in Iran adds more economic uncertainty. Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to break it all down....
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Impact of U.S.-Canada trade war on auto industry
Auto Analyst Jamie Butters, the Executive Editor of Automotive News, joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to discuss the impact tariffs and the United States-Canada trade war oculd have on the auto industry....
government
US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says
The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. military says there are no plans to send troops to polling places during Novembers midterm congressional elections, addressing concerns among Democrats that the Trump administration could use the military to interfere with the vote. Gen. Da...
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Ex-safety director sentenced in fatal hyperbaric chamber explosion in Troy
The former safety director of a hyperbaric chamber facility in Troy learned how long hell spend in prison for the death of Thomas Cooper. Watch Darren Cunningham's video report: First employee sentenced in hyperbaric chamber tragedy The 5-year-old was killed when a hyperbaric cha...
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'It could’ve been anyone:' Family of Inkster stabbing victim opens GoFundMe
A Westland woman remains hospitalized one week after being stabbed inside a Dollar Tree store in Inkster. A 22-year-old man is facing a number of charges, including assault with intent to murder, for allegedly committing the crime....
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Clawson ballot proposal puts future of affordable senior apartments in question
In November, Clawson voters will decide whether the city should sell an affordable senior housing apartment. A proposal on the November ballot asks voters to approve whether the city council should sell Renshaw Senior Apartments, a 15-unit affordable housing building that current...
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Federal officials shutting down hundreds of truck driving schools combatting fraud
Federal officials are announcing a massive enforcement operation on fraud in the commercial trucking world.
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Inkster stabbing victim's daughters sounds off
The daughter of the victim says this is not the Dollar Tree store her mom normally goes to, but because she was in the area she went inside to pick up some items. That’s when Phyllis Robinson was allegedly stabbed by this man, Stephen Patrick Ross Jr....
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Feds shutting down hundreds of truck driving schools
The U.S. Secretary of Transportation was in town with several other national leaders, unveiling the details of the program. They created the "Joint Task Force Crossroads of America," locking in on what they call illegal Commercial Driver's License schools and un-vetted drivers on...
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First day of school 2026: Michigan teachers share tips for successful school year
As students across Michigan head back to school, teachers are offering parents and guardians advice to help their children have a successful year, from communicating with educators to establishing routines at home. Rhonda Walker spoke with local teachers as part of a back-to-scho...
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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months on the job, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday. Here's what to know.
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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll is stepping down, the White House confirmed on Monday. The Trump administration did not give a reason for Driscoll's departure. The secretary spoke to President Trump and submitted his resignation, according to a source familiar with the develop...
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JD Vance campaigns in Sterling Heights, criticizes Michigan Democrats
Vice President JD Vance campaigned in Sterling Heights, urging Republicans to vote in November and criticizing Democratic candidates as extreme. “Send a message to the elected leadership of the Democratic Party that if you want us to vote for you, you’ve got to stop sending us cr...
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Family demands probe after viral Washtenaw County arrest video
A Detroit family is demanding answers and an investigation into a Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office use of force after a video showing deputies shoving an unarmed man to the ground went viral. Watch Randy Wimbley's video report: Family demands probe after viral Washtenaw County a...
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Detroit woman's dog killed after driver intentionally runs over animal, police say
DETROIT, Mich. (WXYZ) A Detroit woman is searching for answers after her dog was intentionally run over by a driver on the city's west side, and police are asking for the public's help finding the person responsible. Donyelle Curry said her dog, Mia, was in the backyard of her ho...
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St. Clair Shores fire stations reopen after weekend closures spark staffing concerns
ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICH. (WXYZ) Two of St. Clair Shores three fire stations temporarily closed over the weekend due to staffing shortages, raising concerns among residents about emergency response and whether closures could happen again. Signs posted on the doors of the north and ...
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The shock gloves ICE plans to use could increase the risk of sudden death
Democratic lawmakers from Capitol Hill to California are pushing back on a plan at ICE to equip agents with electric shock gloves. ICE approved a deal last week to buy 6,650 electric shock gloves that deliver a low voltage shock upon contact with skin. New contracting records rev...
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‘Down to the last crumb’: St. Clair Shores doctor says Blue Cross owes her over $200K
Dr. Reina Salazar has spent 35 years treating patients as an allergist, so she says she never expected that, after decades in practice, she would be scrambling to figure out how to pay her employees, rent, and utility bills. Salazar, who practices in St. Clair Shores and Clinton ...
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Skelton boys case: Father faces murder charges as preliminary hearing enters day 5
A preliminary hearing in the murder case against John Skelton entered its fifth day Monday. The courtroom heard testimony from the first officer to respond when the three Skelton boys were reported missing and from investigators who have searched for signs of life over the past 1...
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Monroe County cattle rancher to watch as new Trump beef import policy takes effect Tuesday
Ground beef prices are at record highs and a new Trump administration policy taking effect Tuesday is aimed at bringing those prices down. Watch Carli's story in the video player below: Michigan rancher reacts to new Trump beef import policy Starting Sept. 1, the U.S. will tempor...
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I-75 ramps from westbound I-696 reopen, bringing relief to Metro Detroit commuters
The entrance ramps to northbound and southbound I-75 from westbound I-696 are open again, marking a milestone in the $280 million reconstruction project along I-696. The Michigan Department of Transportation announced the opening, which tens of thousands of drivers are expected t...
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Lindsay Clancy murder trial: Jury enters 3rd day of deliberations without a verdict
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial returns Monday for a third day of deliberations, weighing whether she was criminally responsible when she killed her three children....
business
Detroit tenant spends week without water amid landlord, utility dispute
A Detroit man spent seven days without running water in his home after his landlord failed to pay the water bill — leaving him caught in the middle of a dispute between his property management company and the city’s water department. Donald Owens, who lives on Selden Street, says...
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ICE, federal inspectors launch trucking enforcement operation in Michigan
Federal investigators are launching a new crackdown on suspected fraud and safety problems in the commercial trucking industry, and Michigan is one of three states getting special attention. ICE says officers and federal commercial-vehicle inspectors are conducting enforcement an...
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Why Michigan drivers turn right to go left and why the rest of the country is finally catching on
The intersection of Eight Mile and Livernois may look like any other busy crossroads. But it holds a significant place in traffic engineering history. Sitting along the border of Detroit and Ferndale is reportedly the site of the very first Michigan Left, built in the early 1960s...
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FTC sues Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers
The Federal Trade Commission and 22 states on Monday accused retail giant Amazon of deceiving businesses by overcharging prices to advertise on its massive retail platform, pocketing billions for the company. The lawsuit claimed 1.2 million advertisers paid more than they realize...
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North Fox Island memorial honors survivors of decades-old abuse ring
Its a northern Michigan island with a dark and disturbing past. Fifty years ago, police and survivors say several boys were sexually assaulted on North Fox Island as part of a massive pedophile and child pornography ring. Now, a special memorial is being installed on the island t...
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More families raise concerns about move-in conditions at Haven on Geddes in Ann Arbor
More families are coming forward with concerns about recent move-in challenges and communication at an off-campus student apartment complex in Ann Arbor . Local 4 first reported Friday (Aug. 28) on issues at Haven on Geddes, located at 1700 Geddes, where families said they arrive...
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Ask Dr. Nandi: As the cyclosporiasis outbreak lingers, is it now safe to eat lettuce?
In todays Health Alert, Michigans Cyclospora outbreak continues to linger, even as the number of new cases declines. Health officials say the situation is improving, but is lettuce safe to eat? Ask Dr. Nandi: As the cyclosporiasis outbreak lingers, is it now safe to eat lettuce? ...
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Met drops John Galliano exhibit following criticism over antisemitic remarks
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling its planned exhibit honoring British designer John Galliano plans that had led to bitter backlash in the Jewish community and beyond because of the designers past antisemitic and racist statements. John Galliano: Horizons, the high-prof...
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Supreme Court lets White House continue construction on Trump's $400 million ballroom
A divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed the White House to continue construction on a $400 million ballroom project as lawsuits play out. The decision replaces a temporary order from Chief Justice John Roberts previously issued hours before a lower-court decision halting the wo...
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'Too late' for Trump to make major changes to how mail-in voting works, expert says
A court on Monday denied the Trump administration's request to allow major changes to mail-in voting to proceed while a court case against them goes on. However, the judge ruled that the US Postal Service can start creating an online portal to keep track of who is allowed to vote...
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Finding fish in the Rouge River
Creek chubs, darters, and crayfish? For such low water levels, the tributaries of the Rouge River are teeming with life. The Friends of the Rouge nonprofit surveys dozens of locations along the river every year, creating a database of the kinds of fish they find and their abundan...
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4-vehicle crash injures 10, closes Gratiot Avenue near 30 Mile Road in Macomb County
Gratiot Avenue near 30 Mile Road in Macomb County is closed following a four-vehicle crash that left 10 people injured. The incident occurred Monday (Aug. 31) around 12:40 p.m. in Lenox Township. Police said 10 people were transported to area hospitals for medical treatment. One ...
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About 80 Americans remain unaccounted for after devastating flash flooding in Nepal
Approximately 80 Americans are among more than 4,400 people unaccounted for after catastrophic flash flooding swept through Nepal and areas along its border with China, according to a U.S. State Department spokesperson. The spokesperson said 13 U.S. citizens have made their way t...
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Feds announce shutdown of 110 driving schools as part of crackdown on trucking industry ‘fraud’
Federal officials in Detroit on Monday announced a “ historic interagency effort ” to eliminate fraud in the trucking industry. In addition to the creation of a new joint federal task force to support the crack down, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy announced an imm...
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Trailer detaches on US-131 in northern Michigan, causing crash, highway closure
A construction trailer that became detached from a vehicle caused a crash involving two vehicles on US-131 in Clam Lake Township, Michigan State Police said. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Cadillac Post said they responded at about 9:40 p.m. on Friday (Aug. 28) to the cr...
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Michigan’s Kyle Whittingham speaks on Bryce Underwood, new era at U-M & season expectations
This Monday kicked off WXYZ's weekly sit-downs with Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham. He joined 7 News Detroit Sports Anchor Tina Nguyen for an in-depth conversation about his first season in Ann Arbor, building a new culture, his late father Fred Whittinghams influence, and ...
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Nicolás Maduro shares photos on his social media from inside New York prison
Ousted Venezuelan president Nicols Maduro shared photos on his X account from the prison in New York where he has been held since the U.S. military captured him and his wife in January. In the social media post, Maduro is seen wearing a gray tracksuit and smiling while holding up...
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Family sues after 6-year-old girl dies when badminton racket shaft pierces skull
The family of a 6-year-old New Jersey girl who died after a badminton racket came apart and pierced her skull during a Maine vacation is suing the Massachusetts-based maker of the sports equipment....
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Kalshi bans ex-Congressman George Santos for life, alleging insider trading
Kalshi said Monday that it has permanently banned former U.S. Rep. George Santos for his bets on whether he'd attend the State of the Union address. The online prediction market also fined and temporarily banned North Carolina congressional candidate Laurie Buckhout for bets she ...
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The hunt to find the biggest tree in Michigan -- how you can enter
The Michigan Big Tree Hunt is officially on, and anyone can enter. It is free and open now through August 2028. Here is how it works: you head outside, find a tree that looks impressively large, measure the circumference about four and a half feet off the ground, snap some photos...
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Rain chances continue this week in Metro Detroit
Along the northern edge of an upper level ridge, the Great Lakes region will see warm temperatures, muggy conditions, and chances for rain into most of the workweek. Highs today will reach the low to mid 80s with a southwesterly breeze. We’ll stay mostly cloudy with a chance of r...
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Support program could be helping former inmates stay out of prison
A simple support program could be helping former inmates stay out of prison. A new Indiana University study found incarcerated people with traumatic brain injuries were far less likely to return to prison when they received education, coping skills training and post-release suppo...
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Many consumers are likely to switch insurance companies because of slow payouts
According to InvoiceClouds 2026 Consumer Claims Experiences Survey, about 15-percent of people say they got their claim payment within a week. The survey added that three out of four people say they would be likely to switch insurance companies because of slow payouts. RELATED ST...
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New accessible playground set to be built at Dearborn elementary school after fire
A playground that was destroyed in a fire at a Dearborn elementary school last month is a step closer to being rebuilt. New accessible playground equipment has been ordered for Nowlin Elementary School, the district announced. The Dearborn Public Schools board on Aug. 17 agreed t...
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1 arrested, 1 injured after fight between mall co-workers leads to stabbing
An 18-year-old Pontiac man was arrested on Sunday after allegedly stabbing his co-worker following a dispute in the back room of the Sbarro at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets. Auburn Hills police were dispatched to the mall around 12:30 p.m., upon getting reports of the two employee...
business
Recent study finds those shopping around with loan offers can save significantly
A recent LendingTree study has found that borrowers who compare multiple loan offers can save significantly over the life of a loan. Experts say checking rates and fees from several lenders could help you avoid paying more than necessary. RELATED STORY | Average 30-year US mortga...