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Music, fireworks, and a tea party, all happening in Metro Detroit this weekend
The weekend is just a day away, and if you’re looking to get out and enjoy you time there are plenty options to choose from. The weekend fun kicks off today with the continuation of the Village of Rochester Hills outdoor concert series. The event features live performances from “The Sounds of Zen Again Acoustics,” 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at festival park, and Sam Wagoner 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mitchells Fish Market.
Livonia Spree 74 draws fairgoers of all ages for summer fun
Spree 74 returned to Ford Field, 33841 Lyndon St., Tuesday, June 25. The carnival's third day on Thursday, June 27, drew a large crowd of metro Detroiters looking to enjoy the annual carnivals rides, games and fair food. The festival runs through Sunday, June 30, and culminates with a fireworks...
Free concerts, a boozy adult book fair, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Free summer concerts around Metro Detroit kick off this weekend. Friday, June 28 from 7-9 p.m. The free summer concert series starts Friday with jazz and R&B from SoundProof. Friday, June 28 from 5-8 p.m. North Rosedale Park in Detroit. Enjoy a free opera show as the summer music series...
Michigan court revives lawsuit over Metro Detroit woman who was found alive in a body bag
A Michigan appeals court revived a lawsuit against Metro Detroit paramedics after a woman who had been declared dead gasped for air with her eyes open when a body bag was unzipped at a funeral home.A judge was wrong to dismiss the lawsuit in favor of Southfield paramedics before the parties could conduct interviews and gather other evidence, a process known as discovery, the court said in a 3-0 opinion Thursday.Timesha Beauchamp, who had cerebral palsy, was struggling to breathe when her family called 911 in August 2020.The medical crew tried to resuscitate her but ultimately called a doctor, who...
Detroit Down Payment Assistance • Dearborn Heights shutdown looms • Biden, Trump clash on key issues at debate
FRIDAY NEWS HIT - Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Bradley Reckling will be laid to rest Friday in Auburn Hills. A viewing for the fallen deputy will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Apostolic Church of Auburn Hills, with the funeral immediately following. Reckling, a father of...
City of Dearborn, FAMD reach agreement to house animals
DEARBORN, Mich (FOX 2) - In a last second deal before the 2024-25 City budget was set to be finalized, the City of Dearborn and Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD), reached an agreement to continue working together to house animals through 2028. According to FAMD, the center of...
See performances from Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park
ANN ARBOR, MI–Attendees enjoyed free music, an artist demonstration, and food vendors during Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park at Ingalls Mall in Ann Arbor on Friday, June 28, 2024. There were musical performances by May Erlewine, Adam Plomaritas, and Jordan Hamilton. If you purchase a...
Where road closures could affect Michigan’s weekend traffic
As the calendar gets set to flip to July, Michigan’s road construction season is in full swing. There are fewer than usual new closures scheduled to begin between Friday, June 28, and Sunday, June 30, though there’s no shortage of ongoing projects affecting lanes, ramps and full roads throughout the state.
Melvindale man who plastered signs across Detroit ordered to clean up mess
In July 2023, William Shaw, owner of Shaw's Plumbing in Melvindale, was charged with 59 misdemeanors for tacking more than 615 illegal commercial signs to light poles across Detroit. On Friday, he joined the effort to take down other cluttered signs across the city. Shaw's labor contributes to the City...
Debate expert: probably the worst performance of an incumbent candidate ever
University of Michigan Presidential Debate Expert Aaron Kall calls President Joe Biden’s uneven debate performance on Thursday night “probably the worst performance of a candidate, certainly an incumbent candidate, ever.”
Taylor schools closing on Fridays over summer break
TAYLOR, Mich. (FOX 2) - In an attempt to save money, the Taylor School District will close almost all of their buildings on Friday for the next six weeks. In a letter to the community, Supt. Michael Wegher said the district will reduce costs on utilities and other expenses related to opening the buildings for a fifth day.
Where to See Fireworks in Detroit This Summer
Discover the top locations to catch dazzling fireworks in Detroit this summer, including family-friendly events and Fourth of July celebrations. What is summer in Detroit without an incredible fireworks display? Metro Detroit has loads of celebrations, festivals, and fireworks throughout the summer. Watch as firecrackers light up the city skyline, burst over Comerica park, illuminate the river, or crackle over Greenfield Village. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and family fun at area festivals. This summer is the perfect time to stretch out on a blanket, stare up at the sky and watch a dazzling light show across many Metro Detroit locations.
A 500-year-storm flooded Ypsilanti-area neighborhoods last year. It could happen again.
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - For Jacob and Lauren McGranaghan, it is nerve-wracking when it rains. In August 2023, the home the couple recently purchased in the Beyer Relief District in Ypsilanti Township flooded. There was a “black lake” of toxic sewage water 11 inches deep. The biohazard was not safe to remove without professional help – especially because Lauren was four months pregnant at the time.
Stop fighting about therapy dog when laying off staff, says teacher who sued AAPS
ANN ARBOR, MI – A Wines Elementary School kindergarten teacher who sued Ann Arbor Public Schools over ownership of a therapy dog criticized the district for spending money on lawyers during a financial crisis. Alexandria Fata spoke at the Wednesday, June 28 Board of Education meeting to criticize spending...
Washtenaw ACA says more housing near U-M medical campus will benefit disabled residents
The Washtenaw County Association for Community Advocacy says finding appropriate housing for the disabled around Ann Arbor continues to be a major problem. The ACA made a presentation this week to the Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues and asked for its support to encourage more housing for disabled residents who want to live on their own.
Inkster (MI) Receives $1M in Federal Funding for New Fire Apparatus
The City of Inkster made the following Facebook post recently:. “We are thrilled to announce that our Community Project Funding request for the City of Inkster Replacement of Fire Apparatus has been approved for FY2024! This much-needed funding will help ensure the safety and well-being of our community members.”. Congresswoman...
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