4Warn Weather - A low pressure system moving into the Ohio Valley will bring Southeast Michigan rain chances Sunday and Monday. Rain will be scattered, not an all day event, but you’ll want to have a way to get alerts, especially if you’ll be outdoors.Tonight temperatures will be a bit more seaso...
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Melvindale Police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy found dead inside a home after a generator was running in the basement.The teen reportedly died from carbon monoxide poisoning. It remains unclear where his parents were at the time of his death.Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray s...
4Warn Weather - A low pressure system moving into the Ohio Valley will bring Southeast Michigan rain chances Sunday and Monday. Rain will be scattered, not an all day event, but you’ll want to have a way to get alerts, especially if you’ll be outdoors.Tonight temperatures will be a bit more seaso...
Dearborn police say they have arrested a third and final suspect in connection with the deadly shooting at Fairlane Town Center on July 3.Police said members of the Dearborn Police Department SWAT Team executed a search warrant late Saturday afternoon at a home in Inkster connected to the inciden...
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Rachel Clark still walks past her husband's warrior citizen flag, a photo of him on deployment and a wall of memories on her refrigerator every day."Mike is everywhere, Clark told Scripps News.Clark is the widow of Sgt. 1st Class Michael Clark, a 41-year-old Army reservist and combat medic who pe...
As the United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a new Scripps News Group special is looking at the people and stories that continue to shape the country."250: Celebrating America" is hosted by Alisyn Camerota from inside Independence Hall in Philadelphia...
Fourth of July celebrations were in full swing in Clawson today. “We came here with our family and it’s really fun to watch,” said a little girl wearing red USA glasses. “We love watching the fire trucks that go out first, and just seeing what they come up with because every year is different,” s...
Investigators said a semi-truck was stopped on the highway due to flooding, when another vehicle slammed into it, killing three occupants.
At about 4:15 p.m. July 3, officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire exchanged between two moving vehicles. Upon arrival and during the initial investigation, officers successfully located the vehicles involved. At this time, no injuries have been sustained by any of the parties involved ...
The County of Macomb Enforcement Team, or COMET, was investigating a known felon for possibly selling the drugs. They traced it back to a house in Detroit, and raided it on June 30.
Jamie Sherrod sits down with Kenny Hampton, President of the African American Male Wellness Agency, to talk about the upcoming Black Men's Wellness Day event.
Fireworks and the July 4th holiday go hand-in-hand. But you have to stay safe while handling fireworks. “You gotta be careful, don’t drink a lot and use common sense,” said one man. Last year, Canton firefighter’s responded to dozens of fireworks-related incidents. In some cases, people had to be...
Serena Williams withdrew from her doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon on Saturday due to a right knee injury.The 44-year-old Serena was injured during her singles return earlier in the week in a three-set loss.Im heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles. Coming back to compete again...
President Donald Trump is expected to deliver an address to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at 11 p.m. ET Saturday after an event at the National Mall was evacuated due to thunderstorms.Attendees of the July 4 event were told to take shelter Sat...
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Salute Our Warriors will host its 9th annual fundraiser on Friday, July 10, at the Packard Proving Grounds in Shelby Township.This event will bring community leaders, veterans, and supporters together for an evening focused on raising funds for veterans and military families. This years goal is t...
President Donald Trump ushered in the 250th anniversary of American independence on Friday with soaring rhetoric about American exceptionalism before veering into a darkly political speech with warnings about a sinister threat of communism that evoked one of the countrys ugliest chapters.Communis...
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Dearborn is ringing in the Fourth of July with tighter rules this year. The city has implemented a temporary curfew for minors and is ramping up enforcement efforts to keep holiday celebrations safe.Starting July 3, anyone under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian after 10 p...
SATURDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy skies, a chance of showers and thunderstorms. High: 88. SATURDAY NIGHT: Partly to mostly cloudy skies, a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 67.SUNDAY: Partly cloudy skies. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. High: 82.SUNDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy skies. L...
A lawsuit was filed by a Westland leasing agent and her fiancé, alleging pregnancy and race discrimination, retaliation, and illegal eavesdropping after a management change at the Waynewood Apartments.“It was terrible,” said Amanda Stamper, 34. “It was just me trying to survive and trying to kind...
Over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported within a week in Southeast Michigan, and Michigan health officials are investigating.The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) are actively investigating the...
As the country celebrates its 250th Anniversary, one of the most enduring symbols is the American flag, and a special version of the Betsy Ross flag has been made in Metro Detroit.The flag is sewn in the traditional Ross flag style: the 13 alternating red and white stripes, the blue ensign in the...
A major gas leak that prompted evacuations and a large public safety response in Berkley has been mitigated, and officials say there is no longer a risk to the public.The Berkley Department of Public Safety announced on Friday (July 3) that the leak has been contained and the evacuation order for...
A round of powerful storms left behind widespread damage across Southeast Michigan Friday evening, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving hundreds of thousands of customers without power heading into the Fourth of July holiday.The same heat and humidity that pushed heat index values abov...
A severe round of thunderstorms and strong winds uprooted trees and scattered limbs across Dearborn and Dearborn Heights on Friday, prompting crews in both cities to respond to blocked streets and safety hazards.Dearborn Heights resident Yassir Salih described how a massive tree came down and cra...
The city of Berkley has initiated an evacuation order and issued an emergency alert to not fire any fireworks near the area of Dorothea Street between Mortenson and Ferris.
A Detroit school community is mourning the loss of a beloved custodian after a shooting at Chrysler Elementary School on Lafayette Street.Devin Burns, 24, was shot and killed in the school's parking lot just after 5 p.m. Thursday. Detroit police say three men got into a fight that escalated into ...
A major gas leak prompted evacuations and a public safety response in Berkley.Update: Berkley gas leak contained, evacuation lifted after emergency responsePer the Berkley Department of Public Safety’s Facebook page, the incident is taking place on Friday (July 3) on Dorothea Street between Morte...
Major wind gusts ripped through metro Detroit Friday evening. Storms lasted just 10-15 minutes but left a heavy trail of damage, especially in Dearborn and Dearborn Heights.
As the country celebrates its 250th Anniversary, one of the most enduring symbols is the American flag, and a special version of the Betsy Ross flag has been made in Metro Detroit.The flag is sewn in the tradition look of the Ross flag: the 13 alternating red and white stripes, the blue ensign in...
Two people are in custody in connection with the fatal shooting that left two people dead and another injured inside Fairlane Town Center, Dearborn police announced.Police said investigators quickly identified two individuals believed to be involved in the shooting on Friday (July 3), and both ar...
Two people are dead after a shooting at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn Friday afternoon.
President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff and nine people identified by the White House as having helped people bypass emissions control systems on vehicles.The acts of clemency come as Trump has issued a slew of ...
Lionel Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday and advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 in a thrilling match in which the tiny island nation challenged the reigning champion until the final minutes of extra time.The go-ahead score for Argentina was credited as an own-goal after Cristia...
Abigail Anderson Berard, Swift's longtime close friend, was spotted leaving the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, likely heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. Swift's publicist confirmed the marriage took place Friday evening inside Madison Square Garden at a star-packed ceremony.The couple did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen, instead opting for Swift's brother to serve as her man of honor and Kelce's brothe...
Severe storms caused power outages in Southeast Michigan on Friday.High winds, hail, thunder, and lightning hit the area as severe weather moved through Metro Detroit.As of 7:45 p.m. on Friday, DTE Energy reported that 264,840 customers were without power.In this article, we’ll track power outage...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
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