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20-year-old man killed in Detroit drive-by shooting; police searching for suspect
(CBS DETROIT) - Detroit police are seeking tips after a 20-year-old man was killed in a drive-by shooting last week. The incident happened at 1:19 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, in the 19900 block of Omira St. A suspect in a blue sedan was traveling southbound on Omira when they fired several shots at 20-year-old Trevion Ward. Emergency medical services arrived at the scene and attempted to render aid, but Ward died from his injuries at the scene.Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up or submit a tip on DetroitRewards.tv. A $1,000 reward is being offered for information that moves the case forward. The case number: 2407180244 must be included in your tip.
Wyandotte’s Biddle Bowl to close after 76 years of family business
Bob Woelkers, 95, shows up to Biddle Bowl in Wyandotte every day to sweep and vacuum. Even though he doesn’t own it anymore, he’s still there every day, just like his father was and like his son and daughter are now.
M-14 ramp to close yet again for repairs at Ann Arbor road
ANN ARBOR, MI - The M-14 ramp at Maple Road is closing yet again in Ann Arbor. The northbound and southbound ramp at Maple Road is closing to eastbound M-14 traffic from 6 p.m. Friday, July 26, to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 27, for high-friction surface treatment, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Top point guard in 2025 class considering Michigan, set to announce choice
Michigan is among the finalists for the top point guard in the 2025 recruiting class. Darius Acuff Jr., a Detroit native and one of many high-profile prospects Michigan is pursuing, will announce his college choice on Friday. He is also considering Arkansas and Kansas. The 6-foot-2 Acuff is the No....
The Pulse: The times, they are a-changin'
As the new presumptive Democratic Presidential Nominee hits the ground running, we're taking a closer look at the differences between a Harris campaign platform, and the positions held by the current administration. Meanwhile, the pressure was too much to bear for one federal law enforcement official, stepping down following a high-profile failure.
Detroit Institute of Bagels sold to Philip Kafka, abruptly closes
The doors of the Detroit Institute of Bagels in Core City are closed indefinitely after ownership was transferred to a prominent real estate developer. On July 14, at 5:16 p.m. Detroit Institute of Bagel owner Ben Newman notified all of the shop’s employees via email that the sale had been made and Philip Kafka – who owns more than 20 acres of land in Detroit under his real estate development firm Prince Concepts – was taking over the next day.
Southgate VFW Psychic Fair to benefit area veterans
Get ready for an enchanting day of psychic revelations and community spirit as the Southgate VFW hosts its much-anticipated Psychic Fair on Aug. 3. This event promises to provide mystical experiences and raise crucial funds for veterans. The Psychic Fair, organized by Beckie Longsworth and Joyce Holliday, has become a...
2 Dandelions has double the space in downtown Brighton
BRIGHTON — An independent bookstore in downtown Brighton has been transformed. 2 Dandelions Bookshop owners Jeri Kay Thomas and Jeanne Blazo have doubled the size of their bookstore, patio and back parking at 428 W. Main St. They recently purchased the building next door, previously occupied by Concord Mortgage, connected the two storefronts and reorganized. ...
MotorCity Casino In Detroit To Close Poker Room
MotorCity Casino in Detroit, Michigan, will soon be closing its poker room on Monday, Aug. 5 at 6 a.m. According to PlayMichigan.com, the property ended the Poker VIP program on July 1. MotorCity Casino poker players who played 300 hours between April and June were upgraded to Poker VIP. A...
Local 4’s Mara MacDonald On Retirement, The TV News Business, What’s Next For Her, And More
I’ve been fortunate to know Mara MacDonald for several years. I’ll be honest, I can’t recall where I met her first, but I do know this when I’m looking for an opinion about something, she always gives it to me straight. The Mara I know doesn’t mince words, and has no time for BS.
Mortgage Mogul Dan Gilbert Has Option to Buy 20 Acres Next to Detroit's RenCen
By now it's well known that mortgage mogul Dan Gilbert has an option to buy GM's Renaissance Center on Detroit's riverfront. Now Crain's Detroit Business reports that Gilbert also has an option to buy approximately 20 acres of east Detroit riverfront land next to the RenCen. Kirk Pinho of Crain's...
Detroit Black Women Leaders Demand Inclusive Senate Debate: Call for Hill Harper to Withdraw from Exclusionary Event
Detroit’s most influential Black women leaders are taking a stand, demanding significant changes to the planned debate on Friday July 26 at 10am, live streamed on WGPR FM 10.5 for the Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Their calls for action come as WHPR, a Black-owned television station, announced a debate format that excludes live broadcasts, open press, and public attendance.
Driver taken to hospital after car plunges into Lake St. Clair in St. Clair Shores; Bystanders jump in to help
A driver has been taken to the hospital after driving into Lake St. Clair on Tuesday. St. Clair Shores police officials say they were called to Lakefront Park — near Lakeshore Drive and 9 Mile Road — shortly before 12:30 p.m. Tuesday.
SpongeBob SquarePants is autistic, Syracuse native Tom Kenny says: ‘That’s his superpower’
SpongeBob SquarePants is autistic, according to the Syracuse native who has voiced the cartoon character for 25 years. A video from the 2024 Motor City Comic Con in Detroit shows voice actor Tom Kenny talking about “SpongeBob SquarePants” during a fan Q&A. Kenny said a neurodivergent fan previously came up and asked if SpongeBob was on the autism spectrum, and confirmed he is.
Marvin Winans Gives A Cancer Diagnosis Testimony
Pastor Marvin Winans, brother of the legendary singing Winans family, preached a word about praying without doubt, while giving his testimony on his battle with bladder cancer, during worship service at Perfecting Church, Detroit, MI, the same cancer that inflicted Paster Carlson Pearson. Doctors can give you a diagnosis however...
Racist rally stirs up community
HOWELL, Mich. (WLNS) – A “White Lives Matter” rally in Howell on Saturday has people defending their city, saying that’s not what they stand for. The city said a group of a dozen people with their faces covered, holding white supremacist signs, chanting “Heil Hitler”, walked down Grand River Avenue. 6 News spoke with people […]
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