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Downriver residents and pets find ways to beat the heat as temperatures soar into the 90s
Downriver residents and animals are finding creative ways to stay cool as temperatures climb into the 90s.
Macomb County community honors fallen wildland firefighter Emily Barker
Family, friends and fellow firefighters gathered in Sterling Heights to honor Emily Barker, a Clinton Township native and wildland firefighter killed last month while battling a m…
Oakland County leader avoids WXYZ's questions as taxpayer expenses draw scrutiny
Lyft and Uber trips that appear to be to and from bars, mileage to a private club and lots of out-of-state travel. Those are just a few of the Oakland County Commission Chair’s ex…
'Bittersweet': Opal's Hallmark in St. Clair Shores closing after nearly 50 years
Generations of customers are returning to Opal's Hallmark in St. Clair Shores one last time before the store closes for good Saturday.
Detroit Zoo welcomes baby gorilla born on July 12; 2nd gorilla born in its history
According to zoo officials, the female was born to first-time mom Tulivu in the late evening on Sunday, July 12. The mom, baby and baby's father, Mshindi, are all doing well.
Detroit man charged with murder after allegedly killing custodian outside of elementary school
A Detroit man has been charged with murder after prosecutors say he shot and killed a contracted custodian outside a Detroit elementary school earlier this month.
Video shows deputy rescue two boys from upstairs window during Orion Township house fire
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is praising a deputy who helped rescue kids from a second-story window during a house fire last week.
Harper Woods police set up perimeter, aim to arrest suspects who fired at officers
Police in Harper Woods have set up a perimeter in an attempt to arrest three suspects who they say fired shots at them on the freeway, with one suspect already in custody.
Number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan jumps to 3,309, MDHHS says
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said the number of people with confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis jumped to 3,309 as of Tuesday morning.
USS Silversides submarine departs Muskegon for first dry dock preservation in over 50 years
The historic USS Silversides Submarine has left Muskegon, bound for Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, where it will undergo its first full dry dock preservation in more than 50 years.
2nd campground closes on Isle Royale after increased wolf activity due to improperly stored food
A second campground on Isle Royale National Park is closed through the end of July due to increased wolf activity.
How to watch 'The Odyssey' in IMAX, 70mm and more in metro Detroit
The highly-anticipated premiere of "The Odyssey" is officially here, with showtimes starting Thursday across metro Detroit.
Metro Detroit Weather: Mike Taylor says a heat advisory is in effect today
The heat builds again today with highs near 98°+ across the area. Wednesday will be hot as well with storms possible.
'Give us something': Taking one woman's concerns of a West Bloomfield road to Oakland County Road Commission
Road conditions in metro Detroit drive so many people crazy, but what can be just as frustrating is finding a way to repair roads with little to no funding.
How metro Detroiters are staying cool during this week's heat wave
For many people, this heat is an inconvenience. For others, it's part of the job. But everyone in metro Detroit is trying to beat the heat right now.
Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak likely largest in US history, health officials say
As cyclosporiasis cases continue to grow, many consumers are apprehensive about buying and eating produce.
Michigan lawmakers push to crack down on loud cars along Woodward Avenue in metro Detroit
Michigan lawmakers are pushing bills to crack down on loud, modified vehicles on Woodward Avenue and other state highways
Detroit nonprofit seeks community help after 400 pairs of donated shoes stolen from warehouse
A Detroit nonprofit is asking for help after thieves stole 400 pairs of donated shoes ahead of its annual HOOPFEST giveaway.
Fafnir the alligator is thriving nearly a year after her Belle Isle rescue — and she's grown a foot
Fafnir the alligator has grown a foot since her Belle Isle rescue last October and is thriving at the Great Lakes Serpentarium.
DTE bills spike after June heat wave as families and businesses struggle to keep up
Many families in Southeast Michigan are now seeing the impact of last month's heat wave on their electric bills and with another hot stretch ahead, they're worried about what come…
Wayne County judge rebuked for trying to represent loved one in OWI case
A Wayne County judge was called on the carpet last month while appearing virtually in an East Lansing judge’s courtroom.
Recall organizers targeting Oakland County's Dave Woodward to start collecting signatures July 25
Organizers of a recall effort against Oakland County Board of Commissioners Chair Dave Woodward say they will move forward, despite a judge not yet having ruled on efforts to stop…
City of Detroit launches cooling centers this week during extreme heat
As extreme heat moves into the area this week, all Detroit recreation centers and Detroit Public Library locations will serve as cooling centers.
MDHHS: Early results point to lettuce or salad greens as potential source for cyclosporiasis outbreak
State health officials have released updated recommendations for cyclosporiasis, saying that early results indicate that lettuce or salad greens may be the possible source.
Macomb Township family says fireworks were thrown at their home while children slept inside
A Macomb Township family says they feared for their lives after someone threw fireworks directly at their house early Monday morning while their children were sleeping inside.
5-time major winner Brooks Koepka commits to play in the 2026 Rocket Classic
Another one of the biggest names in golf is coming to Detroit for the Rocket Classic. Tournament officials say Brooks Koepka has committed to playing at Detroit Golf Club.
Closures coming to both directions of I-75 in Detroit this weekend
Drivers heading through Downtown Detroit along I-75 this weekend will have to deal with highway closures south of the city.
American Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage as blood supply dropped 25% in June
The American Red Cross said it has an emergency blood shortage and is asking for donors to give now.
State police clear a potential suspect in newborn death at Electric Forest
A potential suspect was cleared in the death of a newborn baby who was found in a porta-potty at Electric Forest, said Michigan State Police.
Michigan cases of cyclosporiasis climb to 2,640, per MDHHS
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan has jumped to more than 2,600 since June 22, according to the latest information from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Se…