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JACKSON, MI – Diners will find large portions at a great price at Rooster’s Coney Island in Jackson. Sokol Shabi has owned Rooster’s Coney Island for around 12 years, where he loves cooking and meeting people. Times were tough for the restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the loyalty of the Jackson community helped support the restaurant through it, Shabi said.

Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has gobbled his way to a 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Coney Island's Luna Park will soon be introducing three new attractions and pedestrian plazas on 5 acres along the iconic New York boardwalk as part of an expansion project.

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We’re calling on WDIV Insiders who are Detroit coney dog eaters to help us settle a newsroom debate.

On a Thursday night, you really have no better place to be than Coney Island.

A 50-year-old was attacked and robbed by three men outside a Coney Island restaurant in Detroit, police said.

The record is a concept album about two friends driving to a Coney Island restaurant — what could be more Motor City than that?

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SAGINAW, MI — Leo’s Coney Island is now open for business near Saginaw. The new restaurant recently opened at 5212 Bay Road, near the intersection of Bay and Tittabawassee roads, in Saginaw County’s Kochville Township. A menu posted on leosconeyisland.com features a variety of Coney dogs and hot dogs, chili, soups, salads, Greek food, including gyros, moussaka and chicken kabobs, burgers, sandwiches and more. The restaurant chain got its start in 1972 when brothers Peter and Leo Stassinopoulos opened Southfield Coney Island in Southfield after immigrating to the United States from Greece, according to the company’s website. Today, Leo’s has dozens of locations throughout the state.

Two suspects have been arrested in the hit-and-run incident where an SUV crashed into a Detroit coney island on New Year’s day.

A vehicle crashed into a restaurant in Detroit on Saturday.

A video captured the moment when a vehicle crashed directly into a Detroit restaurant on Saturday, sending customers fleeing for safety, and hitting others.

Many know him as "Byron" or just "that guy from Coney Island." He went viral on TikTok for his innocent and impromptu interview on the street.

Many know him as "Byron" or just "that guy from Coney Island." He went viral on TikTok for his innocent and impromptu interview on the street.

A bound and gagged corpse found under the Coney Island boardwalk in September has been identified as a Brooklyn man who lived about two miles from where his remains were found. Police said Saturday the decomposed body of Arnold Mishiyev, 30, of Seagate, was hidden behind a wall under the Boardwalk near Surf Ave. and W. Fifth St. across from Asser Levy Park. A group of homeless men living under ...

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GENESEE TOWNSHIP, MI -- The founder of Gillie’s Coney Island celebrated his retirement Wednesday, Oct. 20, by handing 17 framed share certificates to his dedicated employees. Now, Gillie is able to pass the restaurant on to 17 of his 40 employees. Gillie said he is able to sell the business to his employees due to the money received through the Paycheck Protection Program. The business, which Gillie said is run through a C corporation, lent the employees money from PPP forgivable loans, Gillie said. Noble’s mother was one of the first employees at Gillies when it opened in 1985.

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Patterson’s loved ones spoke out in hopes of breathing new life into the case. They said they’re afraid for their own safety.

FLINT TOWNSHIP, MI — A Coney island restaurant in Genesee County has some staple items that could be considered the cornerstones of the food scene for the Flint area and other communities. Telly’s Coney Island, 3459 Miller Road, Flint Township, has of course coney dogs on its menu, but the business offers more than one style for its customers: A Flint-style and a Detroit-style coney dog. Both are prepared with Koegel’s Viennas and buns, however, the Flint-style coney is then topped with loose beef, mustard and onions while the Detroit-style coney is more of a chili dog with mustard and onion. “Food preparation,” answered George Telegadas when asked what makes the restaurant stand out amongst others. Related news:Michigan’s Best Local Eats: This new Mexican restaurant in Chesaning has the ' best’ authentic fajitasMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Cantonese Gourmet South feeds Flint with seafood and pepper steak mealsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: This ‘beast’ pizza in Fenton will feed you and all your friendsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Gordo and Flaco food truck in Flint with authentic tacos sell out every dayLocal Eats: Houston’z Takeout and Catering has ‘Hue’ burgers for a huge appetiteLocal Eats: Scoop!

DETROIT – Charges have been filed in the case of a fatal shooting outside a Michigan Coney Island restaurant, authorities announced. Denard Richmond, 39, of Detroit, was shot to death outside a Coney Island on the 18000 block of Joseph Campau Street in Detroit, the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office said in a news release. Police officers were called to the restaurant for a reported shooting at 2:54 a.m. on Sunday, July 18, the release said. Upon arrival, they located Richmond who had suffered a gunshot wound and was unresponsive; he was pronounced dead at the scene. James Dumas, 39, of Southfield, is accused of discharging a handgun during a verbal altercation, resulting in the death of Richmond, the release said.

Amusement park rides and sideshows, hot dogs, and mermaid parades: How a tiny stretch of beachfront in Brooklyn has continued to leave an indelible mark on the world's popular imagination for nearly 150 years.

YPSILANTI TWP., MI – Police are investigating a break-in at a locally-owned Coney Island restaurant in Ypsilanti Township where cash and various food items were stolen during the weekend. The suspect or suspects stole cash, food items and damaged some of the restaurant’s property before leaving in an unknown direction, police said. The break-in was discovered by employees arriving at the restaurant for work Sunday morning, police said. Opening a restaurant of their own was always a dream owners Irene Serrano and Miguel Martinez previously told MLive/The Ann Arbor News. More from MLive:Ann Arbor is once again the country’s most educated city, report saysCritical race theory won’t be taught at Saline schoolsKitchen fire damages Ann Arbor apartment

This is the 37-year-old Chestnut's 14th win and sixth straight title.

Chowdown champ Joey “Jaws” Chestnut broke his own record to gulp to a 14th win in the men’s Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Sunday.

One of the most unique and popular events in the world gets set to commence on the 4th of July, as the annual Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest will see the hungriest of the hungry see who can down the most hot dogs on New York’s famous Coney Island. Last year, he set the world record for hot dogs consumed, eating 75 in the 10-minute competition. Watch the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on FuboTV (7-day free trial)This year will also mark the 11th year of the women’s hot dog eating contest as well. Seven-time winner Miki Sudo is stepping out from behind the table to join the broadcast team this year, one year removed from setting the women’s record, eating 48.5 hot dogs. What: Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating ContestWhen: Sunday, July 4Time: 11 a.m.

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HIGHLAND PARK, MI - A Michigan food staple is about to serve its last Coney dog. Red Hots Coney Island in Hazel Park will close next month after 100 years in business. I said we can’t afford to remodel and our customers deserve it,” Rich told MLive at that time. They depend on us.”The Harlans make their Coney dogs a little differently than most Coney Island restaurants. Rich told MLive his style and why he does it.

Red Hots Coney Island made it through the Great Depression, a World War and the closure of the Ford Plant in Highland Park but now it’s closing down.

KALAMAZOO, MI — An historic building in downtown Kalamazoo will soon undergo renovations to make way for 11 apartments above the city’s oldest restaurant. The property is home to Kalamazoo’s family-owned Coney Island, which has been in business on site since 1915. Related: Family-owned Coney Island has been serving up dogs in Kalamazoo since 1915Renovation plans also include space for a second restaurant on the first floor, the release states. The Coney Island will continue to operate on site. The Downtown Economic Growth Authority is also approving 20-year tax increment financing valued at $163,974, according to the MEDC.

Coney Island’s illustrious amusement parks have reopened after the coronavirus pandemic shuttered them all last year.

DETROIT - A Detroit food staple has now been turned into a shoe. Vans has just unveiled limited-edition custom American Coney Island shoes and shirts, now available for purchase. There’s only 1,000 pairs of shoes available and 250 t-shirts which are part of Vans “Foot The Bill” program. Net proceeds go directly to American Coney Island to help during this challenging time for restaurants. “The pandemic caused a major decline in business and all proceeds will help us stay open and continue serving our world famous Coney dogs.”Each pair of shoes is $95.

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Around since 1915, Kalamazoo’s family-run Coney Island, located at 226 E. Michigan Ave., has been serving up Coneys, Chicago dogs, New York dogs and plain old hot dogs for more than a century — longer than any other Coney Island in the state, they say. Known for the chili that goes on their Coney dogs, the business has been in the Adams family since Frank Adams bought it from the original owner in 1932. Frank worked until he was 94, and then passed the business on to his son, William Adams. And that’s what sets us apart.”In addition to the Coney dogs, the establishment also offers up burgers, gyros with house-made tzatziki sauce, Greek salads, regular fries, chili fries, cheese fries, New York dogs and Chicago dogs. “I love Chicago dogs, man,” he said.

DETROIT – One of the biggest names in Detroit’s rap scene opened a Coney Island on the city’s east side Saturday. While speaking in front of a crowd Saturday afternoon Detroit rapper Tone Tone discussed the opening of Toney Island at the corner of East Warren and Dickerson. The restaurant is home to the “Waddupdoe Burgers,” and its menu extends far beyond any traditional Coney Island. The rapper has been dreaming about opening his first restaurant since he was a child. He is also one if the youngest Black men to own a Coney Island in Detroit.

New York is forging ahead with reopening more businesses amid a post-holiday decline in Covid-19 cases, but the state's keeping "one eye" on troublesome variants of the virus that could reverse its progress. "That doesn't happen until June and we hope the current trajectory stays until June — one eye on these variants of interest," Cuomo said regarding summer camps. Over the weekend, New York City restaurants were allowed to reopen their indoor dining sections at 25% capacity. However, new and highly contagious Covid-19 variants could reverse New York's progress or hinder its planned reopenings. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said on Wednesday that nationwide Covid-19 cases have declined for five consecutive weeks now, and new hospitalizations have similarly dropped since early January.

PONTIAC, Mich. – A 30-year-old man taken into custody on an unrelated warrant is accused of being involved in a fatal shooting at a Metro Detroit Coney Island restaurant. According to authorities, just before 10 a.m. Jan. 13, Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to D’Anton’s Coney Island, located on West Huron Street, between Telegraph Road and Woodward Avenue, on reports of a dead body. Original Story: 26-year-old man found dead in Pontiac coney island parking lot, deputies sayPolice said a friend of the dead man reported that he and the victim’s family were unable to find him, searched the area and found his body in a vehicle near the Coney Island restaurant. According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, Bryan Maurice Wilson AKA: Anthony Randolph Wilson, was connected with the shooting. He was taken into police custody on unrelated warrants and remains at the Oakland County Jail.

It is no secret that we love our Coney Island restaurants. That place is called Antonio’s Coney Island. What sets Antonio’s apart is that along with traditional diner fare, they offer the most authentic dishes from the country of Honduras. Serrano is from Honduras and wanted to introduce people to her country’s cuisine and offer people a bit of variety. She joined Tati Amare from her restaurant to talk about its unique menu and the fresh dishes they serve.

PONTIAC, MI – Police are investigating after a man was found dead with a gunshot wound at a Coney Island restaurant in Pontiac. The deceased, 26-year-old male from Waterford Township was found in the parking lot at D’Anton’s Coney Island, 411 W. Huron Street at 9:47 a.m. on Wednesday. He had previously been reported missing by a friend and his sister, who found the deceased while searching the area, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and Star EMS responded to the scene but could do nothing to help the deceased. There is no suspect information at this time, police said.

Video captured this image of the man wanted for a fatal Detroit Coney Island shooting. DETROIT – Police are searching for a gunman and three other people wanted in connection with a fatal Coney Island shooting that happened Sunday, Jan. 10 at around 2:50 a.m. in the 13300 block of 14th Street in Detroit. According to police, the 22-year-old victim got in a verbal argument with three men inside the restaurant. The three men left the location and then shortly afterward another person came inside the restaurant and started shooting at the victim. Anyone with information is asked to call the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2260.

DETROIT – Police are investigating a fatal shooting Sunday morning at a Detroit Coney Island restaurant. According to authorities, the shooting happened just before 3 a.m. near the intersection of 14th and Waverly Street, just south of Davison Street. Police said an unidentified man had an altercation with three men inside the restaurant who then left the location. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. More: Detroit crime news

But for everything he’s invested in the business, he’s risking citations from health officials by allowing a single table of customers to eat in at his otherwise empty dining room because of COVID-19 restrictions. Restaurant advocates have argued it’s unfair that dining rooms can’t open while so many other businesses have operated uninterrupted. After county health officials told him they don’t agree with his reading of the orders, Gillie and his wife told the county, “Write us a citation and we’ll explain it to a judge.”So far, that hasn’t happened. Suzanne Cupal, a spokeswoman for the county Health Department, said Gillie must abide by restrictions for businesses with food service licenses - not those that govern other indoor gatherings. “They can’t have indoor dining,” Cupal said.

click to enlarge James R. Martin / Shutterstock.comAmerican Coney Island. Many restaurants nationwide are going hungry, while others have been starved off altogether. Whatever,”Jeff Gordinier writes. “The point is that both of them raise a torch for a true regional delight: coneys, which are hot dogs flooded with funky chili, yellow mustard, and raw onions.”Also on the list is Shatila Bakery. In Michigan, where a statewide indoor dining ban remains in place, nearly a third of all Michigan restaurants could face permanent closure within the next six months should they not receive any financial intervention or government relief.

Enter: No Sudden Move, a feature film set in Detroit in the 1950s that has brought a star-studded cast to Metro Detroit for filming this fall. Beginning in September, stars like Jon Hamm, Don Cheadle and Benicio del Toro began production in Downtown Detroit and surrounding neighborhoods. “We all stayed in a hotel in Downtown Detroit...and, by the way, Detroit: If you get the chance, go visit. “But also strange making a movie where everybody has to be in masks until three seconds before they start rolling the cameras. The movie is slated to release on HBO Max, but no official release date has been set at this time.

REDFORD, Mich – A new business owner in Metro Detroit decided to make giving back to the community her first order of business. Kathyna Melton is a single Metro Detroit mother of two who used to manage at a Dominos Pizza. Since then, she’s gone from worker to boss by working hard, building credit and dreaming big. Her first order of business was to not sell, but to give. You can watch Paula Tutman’s full story in the video below.

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DETROIT – Law enforcement are digging in the basement of a coney island restaurant in Detroit. Auburn Hills police and FBI agents have been executing at search warrant at Galaxy Coney Island at Schaefer Highway and West Grand River Avenue. There are reports that there may be a body buried in the basement of the restaurant.

HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. – Police are still looking for a gunman wanted in the deadly shooting of a 39-year-old man outside of a Highland Park Coney Island restaurant that occurred in August. “Me and my family have a $10,000 reward,” said the victim’s mother, Deanna Hill. Highland Park police weren’t able to comment on the investigation. It’s unclear why the gunman was with Hill when they got to Highland Park that night in August. Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Highland Park Police Department at 313-852-7338.

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HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. – Police are investigating a fatal shooting at a Highland Park Coney Island restaurant located in the 17000 block of Hamilton Avenue. According to authorities, the shooting happened at about 7:30 a.m. Friday at Parkside Coney Island restaurant. Sources told Local 4 the gunman is in his mid- to late-20s. He was seen running south toward Hill Avenue wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and tan pants. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Highland Park Police Department at 313-852-7338.

DETROIT Two men are facing second-degree murder charges after an argument-turned-shootout killed a 23-year-old woman at a Detroit coney island restaurant on Saturday. At about 2:20 a.m. Saturday, Craparotta and Harris reportedly entered Detroit One Coney Island on Woodward Avenye with the 23-year-old victim. The two men reportedly began arguing with a third man who was already sitting inside the establishment, police said. Gunfire was exchanged between one of the first two men and the third man as the altercation escalated, according to officials. Craparotta was struck and taken to the hospital, where he was listed in critical condition and taken into police custody.

National Chili Dog Day is Thursday and since Detroit is famous for its chili dogs, or Coney dogs as we call them, we thought we would showcase a neighborhood favorite: Lipuma’s Coney Island in Rochester. Tony Lipuma, owner of Lipuma’s, joined Tati Amare from his restaurant via Skype to talk about his restaurant, which has been in his family for generations. Tony says Lipuma’s has takeout meals for everyone. While they are best known for their Coney Dogs, or a chili hot dog with mustard and onions, Lipuma’s offer a slightly expanded menu that features things like Greek salads, tacos and homemade soups. Besides their menu, Tony says Lipuma’s stands out for other reasons: “This place has a vibe, a personality.”You can get a glimpse of that vibe in the video above, plus learn how you can enjoy a Lipuma meal at a nearby park location.

DETROIT – Police are providing new information regarding a shooting at a Detroit Coney Island that left three people dead and another injured. Wednesday update: Detroit man charged with first-degree murder after Coney Island shooting killed 3, injured 1“Another cowardly criminal,” Detroit police chief James Craig said. READ: Person of interest being questioned in shooting that killed 3 people at Detroit Coney IslandWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Mickey Dane Douglas, 25, of Detroit in connection with the fatal shootings. Gretchen Whitmer or Craig,“To suggest that the Federal Troops, or Federal Agents to come in Detroit, absolutely not,” Craig said. READ: ‘No possible justification’: Detroit mayor, police chief respond to threat of federal agent deployment

Surveillance footage from inside the restaurant shows the shooter and a 23-year-old woman believed to be an accomplice. University of Michigan prepares for students fall return amid pandemicThe University of Michigan is implementing new measures to help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) when students return to campus in the fall. The university will also offer an array of learning styles -- in-person, online and a hybrid of both -- amid the pandemic. Trending Petition demands Northville School Board president resign over social media postNorthville School Board President Matthew Wilks recently shared a post on Facebook suggesting the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is a hoax. Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 74,152; Death toll now at 6,126The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 74,152 as of Monday, including 6,126 deaths, state officials report.

DETROIT – Three people were killed and one person was injured in a shooting Sunday night inside a restaurant on Detroit’s west side. UPDATE: Detroit man charged with first-degree murder after Coney Island shooting killed 3, injured 1It happened around 11 p.m. Sunday at A Eagles Coney Island on Dexter Avenue near Joy Road. Police do not think this was a random shooting. They believe there was a fight or some kind of altercation leading up to the shooting. They are reviewing surveillance video from inside the restaurant.

Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 5:What weve learned about a shooting that left 3 dead at a Coney Island restaurantThree people were killed and one person was injured in a shooting Sunday night inside a restaurant on Detroits west side. It happened around 11 p.m. Sunday at A Eagles Coney Island on Dexter Avenue near Joy Road.

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Gretchen Whitmer was working Thursday at Lafayette Coney Island in Detroit, serving coney dogs as she campaigns to open up the states restaurants safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whitmer believes there is a light at the end of the proverbial pandemic tunnel for Michigan, but she continues to take a conservative approach. As for choosing Lafayette Coney Island over next-door rival American Coney Island, it came down to family loyalty. Whitmer wants people to feel safe about eating at restaurants, which were allowed to open up their dining rooms to customers on June 8. The governor wants safety measures taken by both restaurant workers and customers, reiterating the need for masks.

Gretchen Whitmer was working Thursday at Lafayette Coney Island in Detroit, serving coney dogs as she campaigns to open up the states restaurants safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whitmer believes there is a light at the end of the proverbial pandemic tunnel for Michigan, but she continues to take a conservative approach. Weve got more work to do, but if we all keep our guard up and do the right thing, were going to get there, she said. As for choosing Lafayette Coney Island over next-door rival American Coney Island, it came down to family loyalty. Whitmer wants people to feel safe about eating at restaurants, which were allowed to open up their dining rooms to customers on June 8.

ROSEVILLE, Mich. – Police are investigating after a tip jar was stolen from a Leo’s Coney Island in Roseville on Saturday at 4:30 p.m.Workers believe there was at least $150 in the tip jars. Video of the incident was shared on Facebook. If you have any information contact Detective Sergeant Gudenau at 586-447-4493 with any information. Video of the incident is embedded below:

click to enlarge Courtesy of American Coney IslandAnyone who has ever been in love or fallen out of it knows that it can get very messy. Like, chili, mustard, and onions with no napkins messy. Embracing love and all of its zesty, tangy sweetness is American Coney Island , which is once again hosting the ultimate romantic and budget-friendly Detroit dining experience: Coneys by Candlelight.No reservations are needed to swap gnarly onion kisses with the object of your affection on Valentines Day between the hours of 6-8 p.m. Detroits beloved heart-burning aphrodisiac, the coney, will be center stage, basking in the glow of candlelight (no, really, there will be actual candles), but folks can order whatever their heart desires, just as long as its covered in chili. And because this is a classy affair, there will be complimentary long-stem roses for the ladies and some other special touches. Lets hope the special touches involve Tums and moist towelettes.

Best Coney Island in the world! I fly in from California just to eat my chili dogs.Albert P. noted, This is the best Coney Island in Detroit hands down. They have the best chili, best chili cheeseburgers and best breakfast.2. Hamtramck Coney IslandHamtramck Coney Island, a diner that offers hot dogs and more, is another affordable go-to, with four stars out of 22 Yelp reviews. Yelper J S., who reviewed Hamtramck Coney Island on Sept. 7, wrote, My favorite Coney!

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A Farmington Hills man is charged with assault with intent to murder after a 62-year-old woman was set on fire Saturday outside a Coney Island restaurant in Redford Township. The Prosecutors Office said William Gary Helmer, 63, was acquainted with the victim, who is also a Farmington Hills resident. He is charged with one count of assault with intent to murder and aggravated assault. This Rusty guy put my mom in critical and tried to murder her with fire, Spinellas son, Bryan Morrissey said. Everybody send as many prayers as you can for her shes going to need them, Morrissey said.

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DETROIT - Detroit police have put out a new alert about a deadly hit-and-run that killed 58-year-old Horland Darnell Patterson on 8 mile. Local 4 obtained footage of the driver wanted in connection with the crash that happened Sept. 11. It has been more than three weeks since Patterson was killed outside a Coney Island. A dark-colored Ford F-150 pickup drove right into Patterson outside a Coney Island in the 8000 block of 8 Mile. Patterson and the driver apparently exchanged words inside the restaurant before the crash, police say.

DETROIT - Detroit police are seeking a driver who ran over a man at a Coney Island, killing him early Wednesday. Police said Horland "Darnell" Patterson, 58, exchanged words about a woman inside 8 Mile Grill, on 8 Mile Road near Livernois Avenue, around 4 a.m.An argument continued into the parking lot, where the other man got into a pickup truck, shut off the lights and ran over Patterson, killing him. "He got in his truck, and here comes Darnell. He hit him and ran him over," said Elle Mae Patterson, the victim's mother. Police are trying to find the driver who hit Patterson.

On Saturday at around 1 a.m. the victim was working as a security guard at the Coney Island. DETROIT - Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged David Michael Golze in connection with a non-fatal stabbing that happened at a Detroit Coney Island in the 100 block of West Lafayette. The man who was stabbed, a 31-year-old security guard from Royal Oak, was attacked in front of the downtown Detroit Coney Island restaurant. On Saturday at around 1 a.m., he was working as a security guard at Coney Island. When the man discovered he was bleeding, he flagged down Detroit police officers who transported him to a local hospital for treatment.

WAYNE, Mich. - Police in Wayne arrested a man Wednesday who they believe is responsible for several burglaries in the area. According to authorities, at about 11:30 p.m., Wayne police officers were dispatched to Steve's Coney Island restaurant on Wayne Road for reports of a break-in. When police arrived, a witness helped officers locate the suspect. Police said they were able to recover stolen property and, with help from a Michigan State Police K-9 Unit, the tool used to break into the Coney Island restaurant. David Edward Miller, 57, was arrested and is believed to be connected to at least six other burglaries in Wayne, Dearborn and Romulus.

The victim was shot in the parking lot of a Detroit Coney Island. (WDIV)DETROIT - Police are investigating a nonfatal shooting that happened at 1:14 a.m. Saturday in the 14700 block of Harper Avenue. The victim was shot in the parking lot of a Coney Island in the area. Police believe the victim, a 21-year-old man, may have been carjacked. He was unable to make a statement and is in critical condition.

DETROIT - Detroit police are still searching for a hit-and-run driver more than a year after a man was struck and killed while walking to pick up food from a nearby Coney Island restaurant, officials said. Dallas Thomas, 52, was visiting with friends Aug. 8, 2018, when he left to walk and pick up food from a nearby Coney Island restaurant, police said. Thomas was at the intersection of Dexter Avenue and West Davidson Street on Detroit's west side when he was struck by a vehicle around 11:55 p.m., according to authorities. Police said Thomas was struck possibly by a dark blue, midsize Chevrolet. The Chevrolet was heading east on Davidson Street when it struck Thomas, according to officials.

DETROIT - National Coney Island will host weekly hiring fairs every Tuesday through August at all National Coney Island locations (excluding Detroit Metro Airport). ABOUT NATIONAL CONEY ISLANDFounded in 1965 in the Metro Detroit area, National Coney Island (NCI) currently owns and operates 19 restaurants with more than 900 employees throughout southeast Michigan. NCI's mission is to offer a unique dining experience by combining extremely fast and friendly service with fresh, quality food at affordable prices, all in a family-fun atmosphere. Every NCI restaurant features a menu filled with great tasting All-American classics. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

I came out fast and then I slowed down faster than I would have liked, Chestnut said after the contest. He holds eating records in several food categories, including two 2013 records of eating 141 hard boiled eggs in eight minutes and 121 Twinkies in six minutes. The favorite on the womens side, Miki Sudo from Tucson, Arizona, also came out on top on Thursday, claiming her 6th Nathans title with 31 hot dogs. The competition is partly a marketing event and partly a tribute to Americans love of hot dogs, a staple on barbecue grills on the U.S. The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council estimates that Americans consume 20 billion hot dogs each year, and about 150 million on the Fourth of July alone.

Kobayashi told The Associated Press that he uses H2O to train his stomach to expand. "I have to put something inside the stomach to make it expand, but it doesnt necessarily have to be food," Kobayashi explained. I feel so exhausted and so out of breath, Kobayashi told the AP. Derek Jacobs, who first qualified for the Nathan's contest in 2017, told Men's Health he likes to drink a lot of caffeine prior to competing. I mean, there are times when Im not eating buns if Im on a low-carb diet.

Joey "Jaws" Chestnut ate 71 wieners and buns to secure his 12th title at Nathan's Famous annual Fourth of July hot dog eating contest on Thursday, just a few hot dogs shy of breaking the record he set last year. Joey Chestnut eats during the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest on July 4, 2019, in New York City. Kena Betancur/Getty ImagesWhen asked how he felt after the contest, Chestnut said, "I feel like I should eat a couple more." Spectators with foam hot dog hats, plastic noisemakers and homemade signs descended on Coney Island's famed boardwalk for the contest. Miki Sudo eats during the women's portion of the annual Nathan's Famous July Fourth hot dog eating contest on July 4, 2019, in New York City.

Major League Eating (originally the International Federation of Competitive Eating) oversees all professional eating events, including the Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest. It was founded in 1997 by brothers George and Richard Shea to be a central resource for all things related to competitive eating. A hot dog and its bun must be completely consumed to be counted, but they can be eaten separately. >>READ: Meet The MC Behind The Nathans Famous Hot Dog Eating ContestWhile IFOCE discourages training, many professionals still undergo rigorous training programs to increase stomach elasticity, jaw strength and eating speed. Trencherman extraordinaire Joey Chestnut conducts personal time tests, eating Nathans hot dogs for months prior the annual 4th of July event.

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