Michigan State Police trooper injured after suspected drunk driver crashes into patrol car on I-94
Read full article: Michigan State Police trooper injured after suspected drunk driver crashes into patrol car on I-94A Michigan State Police trooper was injured after a suspected drunk driver hit her patrol car early Monday morning on I-94.
Move Detroit aims to boost city’s population -- Here’s how
Read full article: Move Detroit aims to boost city’s population -- Here’s howIt’s been nearly a week since Mayor Mary Sheffield’s first State of the City address, and we are breaking down several new programs and initiatives to help grow the city.
Detroit small businesses say tariff refunds could be a lifeline -- if they can clear the federal hurdles
Read full article: Detroit small businesses say tariff refunds could be a lifeline -- if they can clear the federal hurdlesBillions of dollars in tariff refunds could be on the way for American companies but getting that money back will be anything but simple. Experts also warn consumers probably won’t see a dime.
Strong storms leave trail of damage across Metro Detroit — cleanup could take weeks
Read full article: Strong storms leave trail of damage across Metro Detroit — cleanup could take weeksStrong storms swept through parts of Metro Detroit Saturday evening, downing trees, toppling power lines and damaging property across Monroe and Wayne counties.
National Weather Service to determine if tornado touched down in Wayne County on Saturday
Read full article: National Weather Service to determine if tornado touched down in Wayne County on SaturdayMultiple tornado warnings were issued across Metro Detroit on Saturday Evening, with damage over Western Wayne County
Business leaders want to turn Belle Isle into special economic zone -- what that means
Read full article: Business leaders want to turn Belle Isle into special economic zone -- what that meansA new $50 billion plan for Belle Isle would transform the island into a special economic zone with high-income housing, shopping, and about 50,000 residents.
Michigan family’s $38K insurance claim denied over ‘reasonable precautions.’ Now that’s reversed
Read full article: Michigan family’s $38K insurance claim denied over ‘reasonable precautions.’ Now that’s reversedA Michigan family was refused a $38,000 insurance claim over supposed “reasonable precautions,” but now that decision has been reversed.
List of active weather alerts on Saturday as severe weather moves through SE Michigan
Read full article: List of active weather alerts on Saturday as severe weather moves through SE MichiganSevere thunderstorms watches and tornado warnings have been issued for multiple communities in Southeast Michigan on Saturday.
Allen Park bakery owner beats cancer, turns shop into community lifeline
Read full article: Allen Park bakery owner beats cancer, turns shop into community lifelineAn Allen Park bakery owner who survived a stage 3 metastatic melanoma diagnosis has turned her recovery into a mission — and her shop into a source of hope for others facing the same fight.
Residents at Wayne County complex say eviction threats over ‘large crowds’ go too far
Read full article: Residents at Wayne County complex say eviction threats over ‘large crowds’ go too farA notice posted on the doors of residents at Renaissance Estates in Ecorse about large crowds, heavy foot traffic and late-night gatherings -- and even threatening eviction for those who don’t comply -- has led people living there to speak out.
An underwater drone to take drugs to Europe? Michigan’s link to the ‘cocaine torpedo’ operation
Read full article: An underwater drone to take drugs to Europe? Michigan’s link to the ‘cocaine torpedo’ operationOfficials outlined a “cocaine torpedo” operation that involved plans to use underwater drones to ship drugs to Europe. The scheme was operating out of Metro Detroit.
Retired assistant Detroit police chief weighs in on video of officer punching man during home arrest
Read full article: Retired assistant Detroit police chief weighs in on video of officer punching man during home arrestA now viral video showing a Detroit police officer punching a man during a suspect pursuit at a home on the city’s west side has sparked conversations online about when police can enter and search a home.
‘The sky is falling’: Detroit residents warn crumbling homes in neighborhood are about to collapse
Read full article: ‘The sky is falling’: Detroit residents warn crumbling homes in neighborhood are about to collapseTwo vacant homes on Beverly Court in Detroit are raising serious safety concerns among residents, who say the deteriorating structures pose a growing threat to the neighborhood, and fear the city isn’t listening.
Man stabs Livonia officer after entering station lobby, threatening to kill everyone, police say
Read full article: Man stabs Livonia officer after entering station lobby, threatening to kill everyone, police sayA Livonia officer was stabbed in the leg after a man allegedly entered the police station lobby and said he wanted to kill everyone while waving a knife around.
Detroit man indicted after posing with machine gun on social media
Read full article: Detroit man indicted after posing with machine gun on social mediaA Detroit man and two others have been indicted after federal investigators said Acari Reed, 19, knowingly possessed a Glock-style handgun outfitted with a “machinegun conversion device,” often called a “switch,” and posed with it on Instagram.
Detroit officer placed on administrative duty after viral video shows repeated punching of man
Read full article: Detroit officer placed on administrative duty after viral video shows repeated punching of manA Detroit police officer has been placed on “Administrative duties” after a video circulated on social media showing an officer repeatedly punching a man during an incident at a home on the city’s west side.
Move Detroit initiative aims to grow city’s population, economy with new coalition and ‘neighborhood ambassadors’
Read full article: Move Detroit initiative aims to grow city’s population, economy with new coalition and ‘neighborhood ambassadors’Detroit leaders and community partners are rolling out a new effort they say is designed to help the city grow -- not just in visibility, but in residents.
Body found near Hines Drive identified as Westland man who went missing in 2024
Read full article: Body found near Hines Drive identified as Westland man who went missing in 2024The mummified body discovered near Hines Drive last week has been identified as James Sanford, a Westland man who went missing in 2024, officials said.
Ecorse city controller arrested in Wisconsin on burglary, property damage charges
Read full article: Ecorse city controller arrested in Wisconsin on burglary, property damage chargesThe city of Ecorse’s controller is behind bars in Wisconsin, facing charges of attempted burglary, criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct.
‘Right people, right time’: Puppy rescued from chimney of abandoned Detroit home
Read full article: ‘Right people, right time’: Puppy rescued from chimney of abandoned Detroit homeA malnourished puppy was rescued from an unlikely place -- perched at the very top of a chimney in an abandoned Detroit home.
Buddy’s Pizza under new ownership -- meet the CEO
Read full article: Buddy’s Pizza under new ownership -- meet the CEOWhile hot dogs go with baseball, pizza goes with Detroit. When someone visits the city and asks for food recommendations, Buddy’s is usually on that list. Now, there are changes on the way for the pizza chain and the original creator of Detroit-style pizza.
‘Do not bring the club back’: Notice at Wayne County complex threatens eviction, residents say
Read full article: ‘Do not bring the club back’: Notice at Wayne County complex threatens eviction, residents sayResidents at Renaissance Estates in Ecorse are speaking out after management posted notices on their doors warning tenants about large crowds, heavy foot traffic and late-night gatherings -- and threatening eviction for those who don’t comply.
‘Outpouring of love’: Hundreds gather for vigil at park in remembrance of man found in Detroit River
Read full article: ‘Outpouring of love’: Hundreds gather for vigil at park in remembrance of man found in Detroit RiverMore than 100 people filled the park tonight for Tyler Bojanowski, the 25-year-old Wyandotte man who was found dead in the Detroit River on Monday afternoon.
‘He left it for us’: Daughter challenges credit union over delayed access to deceased father’s money
Read full article: ‘He left it for us’: Daughter challenges credit union over delayed access to deceased father’s moneyWhat should have been a time to grieve has turned into a financial nightmare for Sheri Divers, a teacher in Detroit, and her elderly mother.
Wayne State University building evacuated after equipment fire sends smoke across Detroit
Read full article: Wayne State University building evacuated after equipment fire sends smoke across DetroitThick plumes of smoke rose over Wayne State University on Wednesday afternoon after a fire broke out on an upper floor of the Maccabees Building at Woodward and Warren.
Renaissance Estates residents in Ecorse react to management’s eviction warning over large crowds, late-night parties
Read full article: Renaissance Estates residents in Ecorse react to management’s eviction warning over large crowds, late-night partiesResidents at Renaissance Estates in Ecorse are speaking out after management posted notices on their doors warning tenants about large crowds, heavy foot traffic and late-night gatherings -- and threatening eviction for those who don’t comply.
Breaking down Detroit Mayor Sheffield’s first State of the City address
Read full article: Breaking down Detroit Mayor Sheffield’s first State of the City addressDetroit’s first female mayor gave her first State of the City address Tuesday night, laying out ambitious plans from education to crime and housing to neighborhoods.
Man accused of reporting fake bomb threat at DTW after missing flight pleads guilty to charges
Read full article: Man accused of reporting fake bomb threat at DTW after missing flight pleads guilty to chargesA Monroe man accused of reporting a fake bomb threat for a flight leaving from the Detroit Metro Airport has pleaded guilty to his charges.
Metro Detroit drug trafficker sentenced for role in ‘cocaine torpedo’ scheme
Read full article: Metro Detroit drug trafficker sentenced for role in ‘cocaine torpedo’ schemeA man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a sprawling international cocaine trafficking and money laundering operation operating out of Metro Detroit.
‘That’s our inheritance’: AAA reverses $38K denial after Local 4 helps Inkster family with father’s claim
Read full article: ‘That’s our inheritance’: AAA reverses $38K denial after Local 4 helps Inkster family with father’s claimAn Inkster family was nearly out $38,000 for damage to their deceased father’s cabin after AAA refused to cover their claim for nearly a year.
Man indicted for shooting outside Detroit restaurant after feds recognize him on video
Read full article: Man indicted for shooting outside Detroit restaurant after feds recognize him on videoA federal grand jury has indicted Albert Egnis, 28, on one count of felon in possession of ammunition, court records show, after a Special Agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) recognized Egnis on surveillance video.
What the Detroit Thermal verdict means for Lafayette Park residents and heating access
Read full article: What the Detroit Thermal verdict means for Lafayette Park residents and heating accessA Wayne County jury affirmed Detroit Thermal’s right to access public utility easements in Lafayette Park, clearing the way for the company to reconnect the 1300 Lafayette East Cooperative to its historic steam heating system.
What Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announced in her first State of the City address
Read full article: What Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announced in her first State of the City addressDetroit Mayor Mary Sheffield delivered her first State of the City address Tuesday night at Mumford High School on the city’s northwest side, pitching a slate of neighborhood- and youth-focused initiatives.
Dog attack leaves 68-year-old woman hospitalized after mauling on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Dog attack leaves 68-year-old woman hospitalized after mauling on Detroit’s east sideA 68-year-old woman on Detroit’s east side nearly lost her life when she was viciously attacked by pitbulls, according to her family.
‘Cocaine torpedo’ scheme lands Metro Detroit drug trafficker in federal prison
Read full article: ‘Cocaine torpedo’ scheme lands Metro Detroit drug trafficker in federal prisonA man will spend decades in federal prison after being convicted in a sprawling international cocaine trafficking and money laundering operation operating out of Metro Detroit.
Detroit survey finds limited support for AI in government beyond missing-child cases
Read full article: Detroit survey finds limited support for AI in government beyond missing-child casesA new survey is shedding light on how Detroiters feel about artificial intelligence being used to help run city services -- and the results are mixed.
‘Eyesore’: Abandoned Detroit apartment complex sparks outrage over illegal dumping, city inaction
Read full article: ‘Eyesore’: Abandoned Detroit apartment complex sparks outrage over illegal dumping, city inactionA trash-strewn, abandoned apartment complex on Detroit’s west side is drawing renewed criticism after neighbors and local business owners shared videos showing illegal dumping and other suspicious activity around the property.
Man charged in murders of 3 men found in Southwest Detroit home
Read full article: Man charged in murders of 3 men found in Southwest Detroit homeA man is facing first-degree murder charges in the deaths of three men who were found in the basement of a Southwest Detroit home last month, officials said.
Westland man freed after 9 years in prison for arson granted bond ahead of possible retrial
Read full article: Westland man freed after 9 years in prison for arson granted bond ahead of possible retrialWilliam Frederick Wateley, a man who has spent nearly a decade in prison for an arson conviction, has been released on bond while prosecutors decide whether to retry his case.
‘It tricks your mind’: Wife waits as Livonia mummified body may link to 2024 missing case
Read full article: ‘It tricks your mind’: Wife waits as Livonia mummified body may link to 2024 missing casePamela Sanford fears that a mummified body found in a Livonia creek may be her missing husband, James Sanford, who disappeared in April 2024 after leaving their Westland home without crucial medication.
A Detroit man was convicted of murdering Na’Ziyah Harris. 2 weeks later, he died in prison
Read full article: A Detroit man was convicted of murdering Na’Ziyah Harris. 2 weeks later, he died in prisonTwo weeks after he was convicted in Na’Ziyah Harris’ murder and multiple sexual assault cases, Jarvis Butts died in prison.
Plymouth Township runner injured in dog attack; police still searching for pit bull
Read full article: Plymouth Township runner injured in dog attack; police still searching for pit bullPlymouth Township police are urging residents to stay alert as they search for a pit bull that was part of a pack of dogs that attacked and injured a runner Saturday morning (March 28).
Police seek help identifying body found in creek near Hines Drive in Livonia
Read full article: Police seek help identifying body found in creek near Hines Drive in LivoniaLivonia police are asking for the public’s help identifying a severely decomposed body found partially submerged in a creek near Hines Drive and Levan Road. The deceased appears to be an adult male, according to the Livonia Police Department.
Armed suspect sought after stealing man’s jewelry at Detroit gas station, police say
Read full article: Armed suspect sought after stealing man’s jewelry at Detroit gas station, police sayAn armed suspect is being sought after allegedly assaulting and robbing someone at a Detroit gas station, police said.
Poll: Majority of Michigan voters back plan to turn Belle Isle into ‘special economic zone’
Read full article: Poll: Majority of Michigan voters back plan to turn Belle Isle into ‘special economic zone’A majority of Michigan voters and more than two-thirds of Detroit voters support a proposal to turn Belle Isle into a “special economic zone” featuring high-income, mixed-use housing, entertainment and a retail district, according to a poll released this week.
Man convicted of Westland trailer arson granted bond, new trial after flaws found in investigation
Read full article: Man convicted of Westland trailer arson granted bond, new trial after flaws found in investigationA Wayne County judge ruled Friday that William Frederick Wateley, a man who has spent nearly a decade in prison for an arson conviction, can be released on bond as prosecutors decide whether to retry his case.
37 Hamtramck mayoral ballots found after election day should’ve been counted, appeals court rules
Read full article: 37 Hamtramck mayoral ballots found after election day should’ve been counted, appeals court rules37 ballots. That’s seemingly what stands in the way of putting a final stamp on the Hamtramck mayor’s race that was seemingly decided 5 months ago, thanks to a ruling from the Michigan Court of Appeals on Friday morning.
Former Detroit police sergeant faces 6th sexual assault case involving 14-year-old girl
Read full article: Former Detroit police sergeant faces 6th sexual assault case involving 14-year-old girlA retired Detroit police sergeant accused of leading a double life and raping multiple women over several years is now facing a sixth case involving a 14-year-old girl.
Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a list
Read full article: Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a listThe Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre is back for another summer along the Detroit River, and the 2026 concert season is packed with national touring acts, acclaimed artists and a Wednesday night jazz series.
High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in Taylor
Read full article: High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in TaylorConstruction is underway on major athletic-facility upgrades at Taylor High School, part of the Taylor School District’s voter-approved $130 million bond program.
Grosse Ile sexual assault investigation underway, suspects identified, no arrests made
Read full article: Grosse Ile sexual assault investigation underway, suspects identified, no arrests madeGrosse Ile police confirmed an investigation is underway into an alleged sexual assault involving a minor, but officials say limited information is being released to protect the victim’s privacy.
Legacy and community: How Detroit small businesses are thriving with city support
Read full article: Legacy and community: How Detroit small businesses are thriving with city supportIn Round 3 of the Detroit Legacy Business Project, 30 local businesses are being honored with grants totaling $310,000, helping them modernize and continue serving their communities.
What to know about event focusing on women entrepreneurs in Detroit
Read full article: What to know about event focusing on women entrepreneurs in DetroitIt’s Women’s History Month, and this weekend, female founders and entrepreneurs are coming together to inspire one another and highlight all of the important work being done in Detroit.
What victims of Plymouth-Canton nude photo hacking scheme said to man at sentencing
Read full article: What victims of Plymouth-Canton nude photo hacking scheme said to man at sentencingSitting in a suit beside his attorney, Michael Justus appeared in federal court Thursday for sentencing with character letters from family, friends, his partner and therapist, along with a statement of his own.
Ex-Detroit police sergeant charged in 5 sex assault cases appears in court -- Here’s what happened
Read full article: Ex-Detroit police sergeant charged in 5 sex assault cases appears in court -- Here’s what happenedA former Detroit police sergeant accused of living a double life as a serial rapist appeared in court on Thursday.
Detroit 14-year-old kidnapping case: What happened in court today
Read full article: Detroit 14-year-old kidnapping case: What happened in court todayThe Detroit man accused of kidnapping a teen and sexually assaulting her for days at his home on the city’s west side was scheduled to appear in court on Thursday.
Gilbert Family Foundation shares progress 5 years after Detroit neighborhood commitment
Read full article: Gilbert Family Foundation shares progress 5 years after Detroit neighborhood commitmentThe Gilbert Family Foundation shared an updated on its progress five years after making a $500 million commitment to Detroit neighborhoods.
Woman admits to organizing 13+ ‘push-out’ thefts at Ulta stores in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Woman admits to organizing 13+ ‘push-out’ thefts at Ulta stores in Metro DetroitA Detroit woman has pleaded guilty to organizing “push out” thefts at more than 13 Ulta Beauty stores in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, officials said.
‘Why just me’: Taylor bar creates space for kidney transplant patients to find matches
Read full article: ‘Why just me’: Taylor bar creates space for kidney transplant patients to find matchesA Taylor bar is raising awareness of the need for living kidney donors by providing a public space for people on transplant waiting lists to share their information and connect with potential matches.
Detroit Tigers preview 2026 season with new uniforms, food, and premium seating
Read full article: Detroit Tigers preview 2026 season with new uniforms, food, and premium seatingEven though the Detroit Tigers’ home opener is still eight days away, Wednesday was a chance to get a preview of everything Tigers fans will be getting in on during the 2026 season.