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2nd Dodge Charger driver is arrested and charged with murder for death of Warren woman in police chase crash
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office announced Wednesday that 26-year-old Damaree Darvell Terry of Pontiac was taken into custody on Tuesday. He’s the second man facing charges in connecting with a deadly Warren police chase and crash.
Rediscovering Flint’s Gem: Atwood Stadium
Nestled in the heart of Flint, Michigan, amidst the ebb and flow of urban life, lies a gem that echoes with the cheers of history and the promise of community spirit — Atwood Stadium. If you haven’t heard of it, it's a bit like Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, quietly impressive yet vastly underrated.
Schizophrenic teen missing from Flint discovered on popular Twitch stream in Florida
FLINT, Mich. (FOX 2) - A 17-year-old Flint resident, who according to family suffers from schizophrenia, was found when his brother recognized him on a popular Twitch stream. After the brother saw the Twitch stream, authorities were able to track down Troy Coleman, who had been missing since May 21, according to Flint police.
Driverless jet ski hits pontoon boat on Oakland County Lake, injuring 1 person
Rescue teams had a busy Fourth of July on lakes in Oakland County when two were injured in separate incidents that happened just minutes apart. Each were on lakes in Commerce Township, with one involving an unmanned jet ski that struck a pontoon.
UM-Flint professor receives $560K grant to improve online safety through technology
Flint, MI — University of Michigan-Flint professor Douglas Zytko recently received a $567,968 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop technology promoting safe online interactions. Zytko wants to create “consent technology,” used to mitigate sexual harm that could occur during face-to-face interactions between those who previously...
Possible thunderstorms leads to cancellation of Movies Under the Stars event
FLINT, MI -- A round of rain and thunderstorms forecast for Friday evening has led organizers to cancel the first Movies Under the Stars event for 2024 in Flint. “Communities First, Inc. is postponing its Movies Under the Stars event tonight, July 5, due to weather,” states a news release issued Friday afternoon by the nonprofit organization that puts together the event.
Fenton Freedom Festival Draws Huge Crowds to Downtown
Fenton’s Annual 4th of July Freedom Festival Parade brought out the hometown crowds to downtown for a celebration of everything Red, White, and Blue. Puppies, Police, Patriots, and Pretty Girls were everywhere. Lasco Press Photos. 1 of 4. Lasco Ford highlighted a Parade of Ford Trucks to pull floats...
Missing Michigan Teen Found on Miami Live Stream
One of the biggest miracles on social media just happened after a missing 17-year-old from Michigan popped up on a live stream in Miami, Florida. Troy Coleman, a teen from Mt. Morris Township went missing from Flint, Michigan on May 21st. To make matters worse, Coleman is schizophrenic, which could put him in more danger without his medication. The missing person case was allegedly becoming a death investigation after he was missing for a couple of months with no leads to his whereabouts. Then like magic, many strange moments came together thanks to social media.
Michigan Street Home of First Paved Mile & 3-Color Traffic Light
For all of us, driving has been the same since we first started, well maybe there have been slight changes but nothing drastic like the early 1900s. We have had the traditional paved two-lane streets, multiple-lane highways, one-ways, 3-color traffic lights, and more the entire time to control the flow of traffic but this was not always the case.
Michigan aquarium unveils new shark to celebrate ‘Shark Week’
AUBURN HILLS, MI - This little guy make look cute and innocent, but don’t let his size fool you. His bite packs a punch. Meet Nessie, the newest shark at SEA LIFE Aquarium in Auburn Hills in Metro Detroit. Nessie is a Horn shark. This type of shark actually...
Frankenmuth DL Derrick Simmons commits to Michigan State
FRANKENMUTH, Mich. (WJRT) - Frankenmuth defensive lineman Derrick Simmons held multiple offers from Big Ten schools such as Illinois, Purdue and Northwestern. He went on visits to each school, but it was the one close to home that peaked his interest. Simmons committed to Michigan State. In our interview above,...
Flare night tradition returns to Lake Orion
It’s been a tradition on the shores of Lake Orion since 1945. “The flares around Lake Orion were first placed to celebrate the end of World War II, said Pam Kline, president of the Lake Orion Lions Club. “It’s pretty cool. People go out in their boats and look...
Twitch stream in Miami helps locate Michigan teen missing since May
17-year-old Troy Coleman was last seen leaving his Flint Township home on May 21. He was not heard from again, according to authorities. Two Twitch streamers, Clix and FaZe Lacy, were filming at an outdoor Miami restaurant when Coleman approached.
Flint police continue investigation into drive-by that left family in fear
FLINT, Mich. - We have an update on the non-fatal drive-by shooting that left a Flint family shaken up. The shooting happened on the city's north side just before 12:30 a.m. on June 23, leaving children scared and their mother frustrated. She contacted us about the case saying the investigation...
Fireworks to take place in Downtown Flint for the 4th of July holiday
FLINT, Mich.— Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley tells Mid-Michigan NOW there will be extra police presence at the holiday celebration. The Flint fireworks display will be visible from the downtown area looking west toward Chevy Commons. Showtime begins at dusk. In addition to the fireworks, residents can enjoy the 9th...
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