Revelers across the US brave heat and rain to celebrate Fourth of July
Revelers across the nation braved heat and heavy downpours to take part in Fourth of July activities Tuesday, celebrating the nationโs founding with parades, fireworks and hot dog eating contests at a time of lingering political divisions.
Rapper Tone Tone opens restaurant โToney Islandโ on Detroitโs east side
DETROIT โ One of the biggest names in Detroitโs rap scene opened a Coney Island on the cityโs 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 โWaddupdoe Burgers,โ 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.
Man arrested on unrelated warrants accused of involvement with fatal Pontiac shooting
PONTIAC, Mich. โ 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 Sheriffโs deputies were dispatched to DโAntonโs 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 victimโs 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 Sheriffโs 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.
This Coney Island restaurant menu is unlike any other
It is no secret that we love our Coney Island restaurants. That place is called Antonioโs Coney Island. What sets Antonioโs 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 countryโs 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.
Police seek gunman, 3 others in fatal shooting at Detroit Coney Island
Video captured this image of the man wanted for a fatal Detroit Coney Island shooting. DETROIT โ 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 investigate fatal shooting at Coney Island restaurant
DETROIT โ 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
Detroit is โvery coolโ: Actor Jon Hamm implores people to visit city after filming new movie
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. โWe all stayed in a hotel in Downtown Detroit...and, by the way, Detroit: If you get the chance, go visit. โBut 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.
New Metro Detroit business owner gives back to those in need
REDFORD, Mich โ 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, sheโs 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 Tutmanโs full story in the video below.
Authorities digging in basement at Galaxy Coney Island in Detroit
DETROIT โ 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.
Mother of disabled man shot, killed outside Highland Park restaurant urges public to help catch gunman
HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. โ 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. โMe and my family have a $10,000 reward,โ said the victimโs mother, Deanna Hill. Highland Park police werenโt able to comment on the investigation. Itโs 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.
Police seek gunman in fatal Highland Park Coney Island restaurant shooting
HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. โ 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.
2 men charged with second-degree murder in Detroit restaurant shooting that killed 23-year-old woman
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.
Take out this neighborhood favorite in celebration of National Chili Dog Day
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: Lipumaโs Coney Island in Rochester. Tony Lipuma, owner of Lipumaโs, joined Tati Amare from his restaurant via Skype to talk about his restaurant, which has been in his family for generations. Tony says Lipumaโs has takeout meals for everyone. While they are best known for their Coney Dogs, or a chili hot dog with mustard and onions, Lipumaโs offer a slightly expanded menu that features things like Greek salads, tacos and homemade soups. Besides their menu, Tony says Lipumaโs stands out for other reasons: โThis place has a vibe, a personality.โYou 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.
Suspect arrested in connection with shooting at Detroit Coney Island that killed 3, injured 1
DETROIT โ 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 1โAnother cowardly criminal,โ 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,โTo suggest that the Federal Troops, or Federal Agents to come in Detroit, absolutely not,โ Craig said. READ: โNo possible justificationโ: Detroit mayor, police chief respond to threat of federal agent deployment
ClickOnDetroit Morning Briefing -- July 21, 2020
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.
3 killed, one injured in shooting inside restaurant on Detroitโs west side
DETROIT โ Three people were killed and one person was injured in a shooting Sunday night inside a restaurant on Detroitโs 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.
Watch Local 4 News at 5 -- July 20, 2020
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.
Vote 4 The Best rankings as of July 6: Quick Eats
Here are the current rankings of the Dining categories. These are NOT final winners, you still have time to vote, so make it count! BagelEastside Bagel Detroit Bagel Factory Big Apple Bagels New York Bagel Brueggers Bagel/Biggby CoffeeBarbecueBistro Orleans on 15 Zukins Rib Shack Arkins Sweet BBQ Pit Wing Snob Famous Daves Bar-B-queBreakfastTonys Coney Island Ginas Caf Roseanns Kitchen Loris Caf The Glass Onion GriddleBurgerFall Sports Lounge 7th Street Slider Bar Duggans Irish Pub Brewligans Public House Big League BrewsConey IslandRed Hots Coney Island Tonys Coney Island Leos Coney Island Lafayette Coney Island National Coney IslandFood TrucksTwisted Mitten El Charro Slows Bar BQ Concrete Cuisine Galindos A Taste of MexicoPizza - ChainCottage Inn Pizza Shields Pizzeria Pizza Papalis Jets Pizza Buddys PizzaPizza - IndependentSlice of the 80s Picasso of Pizza INC Louis Pizza Alibi of Troy Johnny Zs PizzeriaSandwich ShopDogwoods Deli and Catering Mayas Deli Barbs Pasteries & Pizza Matis Deli Ernies MarketWingsWing Snob Big League Brews Biggs Bar & Grill PizzaPapalis Detroit Wing CompanyFries
Whitmer serves up Coney dogs in Detroit: Its hard and its hot'
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.
Whitmer serves up Coney dogs in Detroit: We cant let our guard down'
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 police investigating after tip jar stolen from Leoโs Coney Island
ROSEVILLE, Mich. โ Police are investigating after a tip jar was stolen from a Leoโs 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:
Farmington Hills man charged after woman set on fire as she left work
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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Image of wanted driver in hit-and-run crash outside Detroit Coney Island released
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 police seek driver after man intentionally run over, killed at 8 Mile Grill
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.
St. Clair Shores man charged in downtown Detroit Coney Island stabbing
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 police arrest suspected serial burglar
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.
Nonfatal shooting at Detroit Coney Island under investigation
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 police seek hit-and-run driver year after man killed while picking up food
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.
National Coney Island hosting weekly hiring fairs in August in SE Michigan
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.
How Do Competitive Eaters Eat so Much? Nathan's Competitors Share Secrets
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.