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Insurance reforms were supposed to bring relief. Detroit drivers are still paying more
This story was published and co-reported by Outlier Media and The Markup. WXYZ is a proud partner of Outlier Media. The Markup is a nonprofit, investigative newsroom that challenges technology to serve the public good. The high cost of auto insurance pushed Clarissa Williams to move out of Detroit and...
Metro Detroit parents sound off on high costs of school activities
(WXYZ) — The school year starts in about six weeks, and for a lot of families, that means planning for activities after school. According to a new report from Deloitte, eight out of 10 parents plan to enroll their kids in extracurriculars this year, spending an average of $582 per kid.
Samantha Woll murder trial: Could a verdict come today?
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Could Thursday bring a verdict in the trial of Michael Jackson-Bolanos, the defendant in a high-profile murder case of a well-known Jewish leader in metro Detroit?. Today will be the fifth and potentially last day that jurors will have a chance to reach a verdict, after...
U.S. Border Patrol Thwarts Cross-Border Smuggling Attempt on St. Clair River Near Detroit
Officials have cracked down on a human smuggling operation in Metro Detroit after agents witnessed a boat illegally crossing from Canada into the United States, resulting in the arrest of five individuals. On June 25, U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Marysville Station observed the vessel on the St. Clair River as it dropped off three passengers on the U.S. shoreline who then proceeded to quickly get into a waiting car. According to WWJ News Radio, the individuals were swiftly apprehended by the authorities.
Amon-Ra St. Brown gets big love from NFL execs, but still feels underrated
On Wednesday ESPN continued their positional rankings with NFC execs series by ranking out the NFL's best receivers. Detroit Lions' receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown made the list at seventh after being on the honorable mention side last year. Here's what they had to say: "St. Brown famously watched 16 ...
Butzel Attorney Mitchell Zajac Elected Chair, Cooley Law School Board of Directors
DETROIT, Mich. – Butzel attorney and shareholder Mitchell (“Mitch”) Zajac was elected chair of the Cooley Law School Board of Directors. He joined Cooley’s Board of Directors in 2020 and was elected vice-chair in 2022. Zajac is a member of Butzel’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice...
Detroit Police Release Body-Cam Of Chaotic Critical Incident ***Warning: Graphic
Two-time Grammy Award-winner Peabo Bryson loves Detroit
A two-time Grammy Award-winner with two Oscar winning songs is performing at the Aretha Franklin Ampitheatre tomorrow night. However, before the performance, Peabo Bryson appeared on “Live In The D” to talk about what Detroit means to him. Bryson explained that tomorrow’s show is a broad program at...
Detroit man sentenced to decade in prison for trafficking drugs out of Morgantown
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - A Michigan man was sentenced to a decade in prison for trafficking drugs in North Central West Virginia Tuesday. Kalen Lee, 31, of Detroit, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Ron Holland, Pistons defeat former Ignite teammate Matas Buzelis, Bulls in first matchup
After playing together last season with the G League Ignite, Ron Holland II and Matas Buzelis met as opponents for the first time in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada. Holland and the Detroit Pistons took the matchup on Tuesday. The fifth pick produced 17 points, nine rebounds, three assists and one steal on 7-of-20 shooting from the field in the 85-77 win over Holland and the Chicago Bulls at the Thomas & Mack Center. Holland logged 31 minutes in his second appearance. Buzelis countered with a team-high 18 points, four blocks, three rebounds and two steals in 31 minutes. The...
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