Royal Oak Taco Fest starting a day late due to extreme heat
Due to extreme heat forecasted in Metro Detroit this week, Royal Oak Taco Fest will begin Friday instead of Thursday.
Due to extreme heat forecasted in Metro Detroit this week, Royal Oak Taco Fest will begin Friday instead of Thursday.
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Have you heard of peptides? They're the newest buzzword in health and beauty, promising to fix everything from wrinkles to torn ligaments. But does the science back them up?Most of the compounds are sold in vials labeled "for research only" meaning they're not approved for use in people yet. Now...
Ford is recalling more than 741,000 vehicles in the U.S. because a transmission issue may damage the park system, which could increase the risk of a crash or injury.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report that the recall includes certain Ford F-150, Lincoln Aviator, Fo...
Charlie Kirk's parents and his widow, Erika Kirk, will attend a key hearing in his murder case next week in Utah, according to a person familiar with the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.Prosecutors will aim to show during the weeklo...
What’s being described as a “comprehensive plan” to address groundwater contamination at BASF’s site along the Detroit River in Wyandotte has been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the agency announced Monday.The multinational chemical producer’s North Works site occupie...
The ruling brings a conclusion to a case that has been working its way through the federal court system since January 2025.
New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. revealed Tuesday that he spent months away from Congress being treated for depression."It is physical, it is emotional, and until you experience it yourself, it is difficult to fully understand how powerful this illness can be," he said on the House floor.K...
A man driving a motorcycle died after crash with a minivan in White Lake Township.White Lake Township Police and Fire Departments responded to the area of White Lake Rd near Teggerdine Rd on June 29 at around 5 p.m. after reports of a crash.According to authorities the Dodge Caravan was traveling...
What does the High Court's decision mean as it upholds birthright citizenship? An immigration attorney and FOX 2's legal analyst breaks it down.
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The Environmental Protection Agency announced the approval Monday of a plan to address groundwater contamination from BASF‘s Wyandotte site, where toxic chemicals have flowed into the Detroit River for decades. Civic Action Toolbox Why it matters Toxic chemicals from...
Due to extreme heat forecasted in Metro Detroit this week, Royal Oak Taco Fest will begin Friday instead of Thursday.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Thursday evening for the dangerous heat.
The Supreme Court has ruled President Trump’s crackdown on birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, rejecting his executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
The Supreme Court ruled against the Trump administrations effort to end birthright citizenship for children born in the United States, including those born to undocumented migrants.IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | States can ban transgender athletes from participating in women's sports, Supreme Court rule...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday erased limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates for Congress and president, striking down a federal election law that is more than 50 years old.Prodded by a Republican-led lawsuit that includes Vice President JD Vance, the court's...
Harbe Nagi, a 7-year-old boy with autism who is the nephew of Hamtramck Mayor Adam Alharbi, has been found dead, according to the mayor on Tuesday.Authorities in upstate New York searched for Harbe Nagi and previously said he may need medical attention.Harbe was reported missing on June 28 in the...
A man allegedly murdered his grandmother Tuesday morning in Farmington Hills.
A man claims to have found the first scientifically verified Bigfoot specimen, he claims after DNA testing the body has 58.5% Neanderthal and 41.5% human DNA.Known as “Snake the Bigfoot Hunter”, Snake Stuart claims to have found the body while camping.Snake claims after DNA testing at the Cornell...
As our meteorologists have been mentioning all week, an Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for all of southeast Michigan from noon Tuesday to 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Heat index values will be 105-109.While it's important for humans to stay cool in this weather, it's just as important to make sure y...
The United States Supreme Court released its opinion Tuesday on upholding state laws banning transgender athletes from female sports teams, handing a major victory to supporters of laws they say protect fairness in women’s athletics.
A Farmington Hills man in his 30s is in custody after police say he killed his grandmother during a domestic dispute at their home Tuesday morning.Police responded to the home in the 31000 block of Middlebelt Road — located at the entrance of the Franklin Knolls neighborhood near Northwestern Hig...
The Supreme Court upheld laws that prohibit transgender women and girls from competing on womens and girls sports teams in schools.The court's conservative majority decided that state bans, passed in Idaho in 2020 and West Virginia in 2021, do not violate the Constitution or Title IX, a federal l...
The Michigan Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court’s decision against the Detroit school district in its battle over collecting operating tax revenue. This story also appeared in Chalkbeat Detroit Unless appealed again, the ruling means the Detr...
Farmington Hills police are investigating a domestic violence-related homicide, and the suspect is in custody. Watch our breaking news report from the Noon show Grandson in custody for alleged murder of grandmother in Farmington HillsPolice say they received a call about a possible assault in pro...
One person has been arrested for allegedly making a threat against the American Islamic Community Center in Madison Heights on Monday.According to Madison Heights police, an investigation into the threats made against the Islamic Center in the 27000 block of Dequindre Road revealed the individual...
Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.Novi DaVita dialysis center to reopen following investigation into patient death, hospitalizationsThe DaVita dialysis center in Novi will reopen following an investigation into the ...
The DaVita Dialysis Center in Novi is set to reopen on Thursday after being closed for more than a week for a state investigation.That investigation came after the death of a woman and hospitalizations of other patients connected to the center. Watch our past coverage on the investigation below D...
The DaVita dialysis center in Novi will reopen following an investigation into the death of a patient and reports of illnesses.The center will reopen to patients on Thursday, July 2, after a precautionary closure by state and local health officials.“We are proud to serve the Novi community, and t...
From toothpaste to cereal, big brands count on consumers buying the same products every time they shop. But lately, that loyalty is starting to weaken, especially at the grocery store.Prices for staples like coffee and beef aren't just creeping up they're way higher than headline inflation."And ...
The Supreme Court is set to hand down the final rulings of its term Tuesday, with four major cases on the docket including a challenge to President Trump's executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship.The court begins releasing opinions at 10 a.m. Eastern.Birthright citizenshipThe bi...
The Supreme Court held Monday that constitutional privacy protections extend to cellphone location information, ruling in the case of a bank robber whose identity was discovered through a geofence warrant.Justice Elena Kagan wrote for the 6-3 court that people dont forfeit expectations of privacy...
France faces Sweden in a World Cup round-of-32 match at New York New Jersey Stadium, with the winner advancing to play Paraguay in Philadelphia on July 4.
Five new schools have been added to a list of buildings the Detroit school district is monitoring for possible consolidation or closure due to challenges like high operating expenses, low enrollment and underutilization. Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti p...
Whether you're hiking, biking, hunting or just enjoying the outdoors, summer in Michigan means sharing the trails with wildlife, and unwelcome pests. Experts say tick activity is on the rise this year, and one type can even cause a red meat allergy.I spoke to hikers at The Bald Mountain Recreatio...
A 4Warn Weather Alert goes into effect today as Southeast Michigan prepares for a prolonged and dangerous stretch of extreme heat, with an Extreme Heat Warning in effect from noon today through Thursday. High temperatures are expected to climb into the mid-90s to near 100 degrees, while oppressiv...
Police are asking a father to turn himself in for questioning after they say he fled the scene of a motorcycle crash that left his 2-year-old daughter injured.The crash occurred on Sunday (June 28) around 8 p.m. in the 12800 block of Braile Street.Police said the father was riding a motorcycle wi...
This story also appeared in Chalkbeat Detroit Sign up for Chalkbeat Detroit’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system and Michigan education policy. Upbeat on-hold music blared from Jerrica Mickens’ cellphone for nearly 50 minutes as she searched on...
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from noon on Tuesday through 8 p.m. on Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees with high levels of humidity and little overnight relief.Full forecast -->Dangerous heat builds across Southeast Michigan; 4Warn Weather Alert begins TuesdayThe mo...
The 2026 Thunder Over Michigan: Stars, Stripes, and 250 Years Strong will happen in Wayne County.The event will run July 17-19 at the Willow Run Airport in Van Buren Township.The show will feature military performers and displays in honor of America’s 250th. New this year the show will have a fas...
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