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Lawmakers question National Weather Service over no warning before Detroit-area tornado
LIVONIA, Mich. — U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell, Rashida Tlaib and Haley Stevens are seeking answers from the National Weather Service on why there was no warning before the deadly tornado in Livonia last month. A 3-year-old boy was killed after a tree fell on his family's house, severely injuring...
Here's Michigan's Top 20 "Most Dangerous Intersections" of 2023, according to law firm
The law firm, Michigan Auto Law, has released a list of the Top 20 “Most Dangerous Intersections” in the state. Macomb and Wayne Counties have the most, at six apiece; and Oakland has five.
Officials: Metro Detroit transition from GFL to Priority has been ‘ridiculous’
Trash pickup being days if not weeks behind schedule. Garbage trucks leaking oils onto local roadways. Communication mix-ups. On Priority Waste’s first day on the job of trash pick up in Flat Rock, trash cans sat by the road, still full of trash. At the July 1, 2024 Flat...
Metro Detroit "Balloon Guy" leaves lasting impression
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Steve Donohue has an audience a few days a week.Donohue is well known in the Allen Park community for his balloon-making skills, and his reputation has simply blown up over the years."I think he's an awesome human to come and do this for other people," said Southgate resident Pat Pulido."It's very joyful and graceful to see him every time we come around," said Allen Park resident Elizabeth Martinez.Donohue has even earned the title "Balloon Guy," and seeing the crowd he attracts is for a good reason.Alysia Burgio: "You constantly have a line going it...
Overcrowded Oakland County Animal Shelter has nearly 300 animals waiting for a new home
(CBS DETROIT) - The Oakland County Animal Shelter has a lot of furry friends ready to go home. "We get full up in the summer; it happens every year. But we're putting the plea out: if you are interested in adopting a pet, please check us out first before you go to a breeder," said Joanie Toole, who serves as chief of the Oakland County Animal Shelter. The shelter has more than 150 dogs and 140 cats currently waiting for a home. Toole says the shelter is not full just because owners are surrendering their pets, but because the cost of pet care...
Things to do in Metro Detroit this Weekend: July 4 to 7
July 4 - 7 Royal Oak Taco Fest 2024. This years Royal Oak Taco Fest featuring over 50 taquerias, ice-cold margaritas, and 3 stages of live entertainment. Enjoy family-friendly fun with bounce houses, face painting, and crafts at the Kids Zone. Don't miss Lucha Libre wrestling, taco-eating contests, tequila sampling, artisan vendors, and more! Visit the event website to for the full lineup of vendors, musical performances and entertainment at royaloaktacofest.com.
Study names metro Detroit the most overpriced housing market in the US
Metro Detroit is taking the national spotlight as having the most overpriced homes in the country. Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University issued a study showing 40.8%...
Royal Oak eatery honored by Easterseals MORC
Sign of the Beefcarver on Woodward was the backdrop for a recent unique award presentation. Easterseals MORC’s Dreams Unlimited Clubhouse, a mental health rehabilitation program that gives community members skills to prepare them for re-entry into the workforce or make a career change, presented the Sign of the Beefcarver restaurant on Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak with an Employer Appreciation Plaque. On hand were Royal Oak Mayor Mike Fournier, restaurant owner Jay Joliat and Easterseals MORC representatives.
The Friday Five — July 4-7
Carnival from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., arts and crafts fair from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., live music from 2-10 p.m. and fireworks at dusk, Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave., plus Firecracker Mile at 9 a.m. and parade shortly after, both start near 14 Mile and Crooks roads in Clawson, all July 4, see more activities and band lineup at clawson4thofjuly.com.
Who has the best BBQ in Michigan? Westland is in the mix
WESTLAND — When you think top barbecue cities, there are St. Louis, Memphis, Kansas City and, now, Westland. The Detroit Metro area city was recently named the 40th best location for barbecue nationally. The designation makes Westland the top Michigan city for barbecue, ahead of Grand Rapids and Detroit.
Video shows demolition continuing at Northville Downs clubhouse following oil spill
(CBS DETROIT) - Video shows contractors demolishing the Northville Downs clubhouse after the horse racing facility closed earlier this year. "A tall excavator with industrial shears is cutting the vertical steel beams of the Downs clubhouse and also knocking the dangling debris downward," the city of Northville said in a post on social media Monday morning. As contractors worked on the building, a mister was used to spray water to help contain dust.City officials say the overhang will be the last part of the building to be taken down. Its removal is scheduled for July 13. This update comes as residents expressed concerns...
Lawsuit revived against Southfield paramedics who falsely declared woman dead
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) - Four first responders in Southfield may stand trial in a civil case involving a woman who was pronounced dead when she was still alive. Timesha Beauchamp, who had cerebral palsy, was struggling to breathe when her family called 911 in August 2020. The medical crew...
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