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Detroit man accused of abandoning baby in car pleads guilty
A Detroit man accused of abandoning his 1-year-old son in his car has pleaded guilty. Orlander Murnell Linson, Jr., 35, was charged with second-degree child abuse and leaving a child in a car, resulting in physical harm. According to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, Linson a...
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Michigan bottle return rate falls to 69.4% as retailers push to overhaul bottle bill
Michigan’s 50-year-old bottle deposit system is facing renewed scrutiny after the state’s return rate fell to 69.4% in 2025, which marked its lowest level in decades. The decline is renewing debate over the policy. Independent grocers say the current system is costly, time-consum...
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How Trump's new fuel economy rules could affect your wallet at the pump and the dealership
With gas prices averaging $4.50 per gallon, President Donald Trump is expected Monday to significantly roll back fuel economy requirements for new vehicles a move that could lower car prices but mean more frequent trips to the gas station. The national average fuel economy for a ...
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Macomb County father accused of threatening school over child's snack time sentenced to probation
An Eastpointe man who pleaded no contest to threatening a school over his child’s snack time was sentenced on Thursday. David Scott, Jr., 44, was initially charged with possession of ammunition by a prohibited person, making an intentional threat to commit an act of violence agai...
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Dearborn man arrested for child porn, allegedly encouraged 'self-harm'
The investigation into the Dearborn man began when investigators learned he allegedly distributed illicit content on the internet and enticed others to commit self-harm, according to Michigan State Police....
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Paying a "convenience tax"? Here’s how to cut costs
Americans are burned out by fees and costly add-ons yet many consumers still spend the extra few dollars when it means saving time. The habit, known as "convenience spending," adds up to hundreds of extra dollars a year when paying for conveniences like faster shipping, store mea...
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Dry and pleasant through midweek, cooler weather set to return
Dry and pleasant weather will continue across Southeast Michigan through the middle of the week, with sunshine and temperatures in the 70s. Dense fog is possible this morning and again Tuesday morning, especially in areas with clear skies and light winds. Sunshine will help the f...
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Experts say fall is the time to winterize your home before costly repairs set in
Fall is officially here, and experts say homeowners who put off routine maintenance now could be facing costly repairs once snow and ice move in. Dan Provenzola, owner of The Leaf Pros, says the clock is ticking. "You're coming up on the last 60 days of it, couple months left to ...
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Detroit and Flint teens are struggling with their mental health – and worried adults around them feel ‘helpless’
Teens in southeast Michigan go to school carrying with them far more than backpacks, books and water bottles. This story was first published in The Conversation Many are shouldering economic hardship, exposure to adversity and discrimination, family responsibilities, uncertainty ...
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Predatory car loan lawsuit filed; Autonomous cars not designated drivers and more | FOX 2 FASTLANE
Dave Spencer talks about all the news from the world of automobiles, including a Tesla driver getting a DUI in auto mode, a lawsuit about predatory car loans, and more....
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Warren neighbors rush to help after crash involving minibike leaves 3 children injured
Residents in a Warren neighborhood are shaken after a crash involving a minibike and a vehicle left three children injured Sunday afternoon. Neighbors who witnessed the aftermath say they immediately jumped into action, helping comfort the children and provide aid while emergency...
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Escaped horse hit by car, killed, in Detroit
Officers were dispatched to the area of Evergreen and Lyndon early Sunday morning. Officers observed an auto accident involving a horse. The horse suffered fatal injuries....