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Grosse Pointe South hockey coach charged with felony sexual assault after boat incident
Grosse Pointe South hockey coach Ben Warda faces a felony sexual assault charge after an alleged incident on his boat in St. Clair Shores.
Major review finds link between early screen exposure and developmental concerns
A major review from the United Kingdom found that screen exposure before age two is linked to developmental concerns. Researchers say early experiences are becoming more digital r…

'You destroyed a family.' Man, girlfriend & 2 toddlers killed in I-75 shoulder crash
Four members of a family — including two toddlers — were killed after a driver slammed into their vehicle while it was parked on the shoulder of southbound I-75 near Grange Hall R…
Farmington Hills man charged with murder of grandmother
Farmington Hills police are investigating a domestic violence-related homicide, and the suspect is in custody.
Dix Avenue Bridge over Rouge River closed until further notice due to heat-related issues
The Dix Avenue Bridge over the Rouge River on the Detroit-Dearborn border is closed until further notice.

Ex-boyfriend of London Thomas pleads guilty in teen's 2025 murder
The ex-boyfriend of 17-year-old London Thomas has pleaded guilty to her 2025 murder at a pre-trial hearing on Thursday.
More than 220 cases of Cyclosporiasis now reported in Michigan, MDHHS confirms
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirmed Thursday that there are now more than 220 cases of Cyclosporiasis reported in Michigan since June 22.
Man stabbed and killed in Taylor, woman arrested in Detroit
A man is dead after Taylor police say he was stabbed to death by the police station early Thursday morning.
Movie Nights at Ralph Wilson Park begin July 8 along the Detroit Riverfront
If you want to catch a movie along the Detroit Riverfront, you can do it this summer at the new Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Centennial Park.
Man killed in early morning crash on Detroit's east side
A man is dead after a crash on Detroit's east side this morning, a Detroit Police spokesperson tells us.

Fourth of July safety: ER doctor urges families to prepare before the holiday weekend
Emergency rooms across the country see a surge in patients every Fourth of July weekend, and doctors say many of those visits could be avoided with a little preparation.
Man shot and killed overnight on Detroit's west side
1 man is dead after being shot multiple times on Detroit's west side, the Detroit Police Department tells us.
2 adults, 2 kids killed in crash on I-75 in Oakland County
4 people — 2 adults and 2 kids — are dead after a crash that happened Wednesday night on I-75 in Oakland County, a spokesperson for the Michigan State Police tells us.

WhoaZone offers metro Detroit families a cool escape as summer temperatures climb
With temperatures climbing across metro Detroit, families are heading to the water — and the WhoaZone is giving them plenty of reasons to make a splash.

Detroit Blessing Boxes founder pivots operations to appointment-only model during heat wave
A Detroit woman who runs a community pantry on the city's northwest side has changed how she operates after a heat wave threatened her food supply and the safety of the people she…
Former NBA star Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges
Malik Beasley’s lawyer said the indicted former NBA star “wants to move on with his life” after pleading not guilty Wednesday to charges that he altered his play in certain games …
US beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance in World Cup
Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States squad a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night to advance to the round of 16.

Worker killed, 2 others injured during 3 separate trench collapses in Southeast Michigan
A man has died and two other men have been injured in three separate trench collapse incidents at construction sites in Southeast Michigan this week.

Livonia and Rochester Hills ask residents to water lawns during overnight hours amid extreme heat
Cities across metro Detroit are urging residents to conserve water as an extreme heat wave continues to strain local water systems.

Heat wave taxing power grid in metro Detroit: DTE
Crews are working around the clock to restore electricity. But without power, residents are coping with no air conditioning and no fans as temperatures soar.

Chesterfield Township firefighter recruits train in near 100-degree heat during week-long orientation
New firefighter recruits in Chesterfield Township are pushing through near 100-degree temperatures as they complete a week-long orientation program.

Westland pizzeria closes early during heat wave to protect workers from dangerous temperatures
A Westland pizzeria closed two hours early Tuesday and plans to do the same Wednesday and Thursday nights as the owner works to protect employees from dangerous heat.

Detroit man held without bond after allegedly driving drunk, killing two pedestrians
Nicholas Lee-Nathan, 29, faces several charges in connection with a crash that killed 51-year-old Dawad Helton and 43-year-old Erica Smith early Sunday morning.
Tobias Harris signs two-year deal with San Antonio Spurs
Tobias Harris' time in Detroit is done. The 33-year-old forward signed a two-year deal with the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
Oakland County Sheriff's Marine Unit increasing lake patrols over July 4 weekend
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit is launching Operation Dry Water as part of the 4th of July weekend.
Detroit Red Wings 2026 free agency: Carter Mazur signs 2-year deal
NHL free agency officially kicked off on Wednesday afternoon with teams beginning to sign players ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Dearborn to crack down on fireworks violations, issues youth curfew for holiday weekend
The City of Dearborn is implementing a “zero-tolerance” fireworks safety enforcement and a new temporary youth curfew for the 4th of July holiday weekend.
State asks residents to report turkey sightings to study reproduction success
As we head into summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking residents to track turkeys across the state.
Detroit man charged after allegedly killing two pedestrians in crash
A Detroit man has been charged after prosecutors say he killed two people in a crash over the weekend.
Priority Waste CEO responds to complaints across SE Michigan, outlines plans for future
The new CEO of Priority Waste is outlining a plan for service recovery following reports in June by 7 News Detroit about problems with trash pickup.