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I-75 south at I-96 in Wayne County reopens
DETROIT – Police closed I-75 south at I-96 in Wayne County on Friday afternoon, but after a few hours, the areas were opened. The eastbound lanes of the I-96 ramp to I-75 south were also closed. Officials announced the closure on Friday (July 26) at 4:27 p.m. The entrance...
10 most expensive homes sold in Wayne County, July 15-21
A house in Northville that sold for $1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Wayne County in the past week. In total, 249 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $214,119. The average price per square foot was $152.
Man Charged With Murder in Shooting of Detroit-Area Police Officer
MELVINDALE, Mich. (NEWSnet/AP) — A 44-year-old man has been charged with murder in the death of a Detroit-area police officer. Arraignment was expected Thursday for Michael Lopez, according to Wayne County prosecutor’s office. [Download the NEWSnet App for Your Phone]. Officer Mohamed Said was shot July 21 in...
Annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair draws crowds
WYANDOTTE – Despite rain early in the week, the annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair finished out its run with sunshine and throngs of attendees. The event, which ran July 10 to 13, takes place on Biddle Avenue between Eureka Road and Oak Street, with offshoots on Elm, Maple and Sycamore streets.
Metro Detroit has a 'growing' problem with car thefts from dealerships, plants – and often times teens are responsible
Police agencies across Metro Detroit have been working to crack down on an uptick in car thefts from dealerships and auto plants. Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham says oftentimes, juveniles are the suspects.
Get Set for Success at Metro Detroit’s Back-to-School Events
School is almost back in session and if you’re looking to take your kids to a fun event to end the summer, check out these back-to-school events happening in metro Detroit. School supplies can be costly, so make sure to take advantage of these events giving kids the supplies they will need for this upcoming school year.
8-year-old Michigan boy raises $15,000 for shelter animals through lemonade sales
In the heart of Southgate, 8-year-old Henry Bryant is proving that age is no barrier to making a difference. For the past three summers, the Downriver boy has been holding lemonade stands to raise money for local animal shelters, inspired by his love for animals and a deep sense of compassion.
Months from retirement, Allen Park police chief faces investigation over official complaint
Allen Park Police Chief Chris Egan is responding to allegations made against him in a complaint filed against the Police Department by a retired police sergeant. Since the complaint was filed on June 25, the city’s Civil Service Commission has since opened up an investigation into the claims. Wayne...
Detroit pastor raises concern over use, access to Glock switches
(CBS DETROIT) - A spike in the number of incidents involving machine gun conversion devices, or Glock switches, is having far-reaching effects across the country and right here in Detroit and the metro area.The small devices, about the size of a Lego, can be attached to a handgun, converting it into a fully automatic weapon. Instead of one bullet fired when the trigger is pulled, the illegal devices allow multiple rounds to be fired. A demonstration led by a certified firearms instructor from the U.S. Attorney's office earlier this week illustrated just that. "I won't say I've seen it all, but I've...
Allen Park athletic trainer Meaghan Rourke reflects on career after receiving prestigious honor
Meaghan Rourke has spent her entire career working for Henry Ford Health and always knew that she wanted to go into the healthcare field. Her original plan was to become a physical therapist but in college, someone suggested she get her degree in athletic training instead of health sciences. “I...
Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords to visit Michigan as part of Harris campaign
(CBS DETROIT) — Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords will visit Michigan this weekend as part of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign trail.Giffords' husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, is one of the top contenders as Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Giffords was also a victim of a shooting during a campaign event with constituents in 2011.Officials said Giffords is scheduled to be in Rochester Hills on Sunday and Grand Rapids on Monday for the "Weekend of Action" events, which include canvass launches, phone banks, and text banks.Harris launched her presidential campaign after President Biden announced last weekend that he was dropping out of the race against former President Donald Trump. Shortly after withdrawing, Biden endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination. Several other Democratic lawmakers, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, have since endorsed Harris.Additionally, Michigan Democratic delegates voted on Tuesday to endorse Harris ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
After years of opioids agony, rural Michigan finds reason for hope
GAYLORD — Something different was in the air Thursday at an annual gathering of northern Michigan addiction service providers. While their work battling the epidemic remains grim, and their needs are great, many in the recovery community say there are also signs of progress after years of heartbreak. The...
Local hospital helping patients impacted by Rite Aid pharmacy closures
OWOSSO, Mich. (WILX) - Rite Aid recently announced that an additional seven locations in Mid-Michigan are scheduled to close. Rite Aid has closed more than 500 stores, according to court documents. Since declaring bankruptcy last year, Rite Aid has closed 165 stores here in Michigan. That means, Rite Aid customers across the state will need to find new pharmacies to get important medications filled.
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