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Art breathes new life into pollution-ravaged MI community
Broadcast version by Chrystal Blair for Michigan News Connection reporting for the Arts Midwest-Public News Service Collaboration. A waft of what smells like fresh cut grass and burnt oil hangs in the air of Detroit's East Canfield neighborhood. The eerie smell comes from the nearby Stellantis Mack Assembly Plant, which has received repeated air quality violations for paint and solvent odors over the last several years. In March, Stellantis agreed to pay a $84,420 fine from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for air quality violations for one of its plants in the same neighborhood. This neighborhood has one of the highest rates of asthma hospitalization of children under 18.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib holds "war criminal" sign during Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress
(CBS DETROIT) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress in a joint meeting on Wednesday to garner support for the war between Israel and Hamas, and a Democratic representative from Michigan sent a clear message during his speech. During the speech, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, the only Palestinian American in Congress, held up a sign that read "war criminal" on one side and "guilty of genocide" on the other. Tlaib posted a photo of herself holding the sign on X, formerly known as Twitter, and said, "I will never back down in speaking truth to power. The apartheid government of Israel is...
After Years in Decline, Michigan is Seeing More Fireflies This Summer
The sight of fireflies or lightning bugs had always been a sure sign of summer. You could count on a yard or field lighting up starting in early June with the flashing bodies of fireflies. And than several years ago many began to see fewer and fewer lightning bugs. So...
ALERT-Popular Snack Recalled In Michigan May Cause Severe Illness
Many Michigan residents have a favorite go-to snack for a quick bite to hold them over until the next meal. And making sure our snacks contain nutritious ingredients that keep us healthy is a top priority. But there's one snack that could do more harm than good and it's recently been recalled in Michigan as it could cause severe sickness.
Huge Bags Will Be Common At Detroit River
DETROIT – Major League Fishing will visit the Detroit River this week for the sixth and final Invitational event of the season. Competition days are today through Sunday. This tournament marks the 99th time that MLF (and FLW) has hosted an event that launched from the Detroit River, although if you add in the events that have taken place on Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie – also options for tournament anglers in this event – the number balloons to 184 events. The glacier blue waters are known for its massive smallmouth bass populations, and local competitor Troy Stokes of Trenton, Mich., says that right now, the fishery is on fire.
Site of 3 killings during 1967 Detroit riot to receive historic marker
DETROIT (AP) — The site of a transient motel in Detroit where three young Black men were killed, allegedly by white police officers, during the city’s bloody 1967 race riot is receiving a historic marker. A dedication ceremony is scheduled Friday several miles (kilometers) north of downtown where...
Detroit moms pursue justice for unsolved murders of their children
Through their nonprofit, "Mothers Keeping Boots on the Ground," the moms are dedicated to ensuring their children's unsolved murder cases, along with those of other victims, remain alive and top of mind.
Unlicensed driver jailed following officer assault
WYANDOTTE — A 20-year-old Lincoln Park woman who became aggressive following a routine traffic stop at 12:52 a.m. June 29 was charged with driving with a suspended license, resisting and obstructing police, and with assault. When stopped for a defective headlight, the woman became verbally abusive, shouting profanity and...
Workers link US, Canadian sides of new Gordie Howe International Bridge over Detroit River
DETROIT (AP) — Workers have linked the U.S. and Canadian sides of the new Gordie Howe International Bridge spanning the Detroit River, a major step in bringing the monumental project to completion. The connection between southwest Detroit and northwest Windsor was completed on Wednesday, the Detroit News reported. The work took six years, with about 2,000 workers on site every day. The bridge still isn’t finished, though. Work is expected to continue until the fall of 2025. Named for Canadian hockey player Gordie Howe, who spent 25 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, the bridge will provide another link between one of the busiest points on the U.S.-Canadian border. About a third of all trade between the U.S. and Canada occurs between Detroit and Windsor. The finished bridge will measure 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers). It will stand 150 feet (45.7 meters) above the river and 720 feet (219.4 meters) high, making it the largest Canadian and United States land port along the two countries’ border and one of the 10 longest bridges in North America.
MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz speaks about investments in security and research
Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz is speaking about the school's research investments in Detroit and how they'll keep students safe when they return to campus.
Flint native Jaquan McElroy gets set for pro boxing debut at LCA
FLINT, Mich. - Claressa Shields won't be the only Flint native on the card for Saturday's boxing event at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Jaquan McElroy will be in action for his first-ever professional fight. McElroy says he's been boxing since he was 11 years old, which has allowed him...
Video game lounges and 18 new storefronts coming to Detroit Metro Airport
ROMULUS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Detroit Metro Airport is announcing some big additions that might change how you travel there.Twenty new ways that air travelers can use to pass the time at DTW are expected to open in 2025. With new restaurants and retail stores on the way, we're taking a look at what you can expect.Twelve new retail stores will sell all things Detroit, including beloved brands like Detroit Vs Everybody, and a new 24-hour option named after Detroit's oldest neighborhood."Giving local businesses and local products a place to be showcased, and also elevating our level of service with...
Detroit celebrates $1B investment for affordable housing; new units coming to Corktown
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Over the past few years, the City of Detroit has celebrated many groundbreakings for affordable housing. But an infusion of $1 billion into Corktown is turning heads. Mayor Mike Duggan and the city of Detroit are celebrating the housing investment that will bring 600 new affordable...
Red Wings Prospect Report: Kasper is No. 1 in Our Top 15 (+)
Defenseman Simon Edvinsson fit well enough late last season in Detroit’s lineup that we no longer consider him a prospect. Likewise, Albert Johansson and Jonatan Berggren are no longer waiver exempt. They are not on the Detroit Hockey Now Red Wings prospect list. With Detroit training camp just around...
Where you can watch Local 4 News during Paris Summer Olympics
DETROIT – As night falls in Paris, the city is buzzing as final preparations get underway ahead of Friday’s opening ceremonies. Over a billion people worldwide are expected to tune in, so we are committed to ensuring you can see every moment of the games on Local 4.
Police seek help identifying man who robbed liquor store in Detroit
DETROIT – The Detroit Police Department is seeking assistance from the community regarding the armed robbery of a liquor store. The robbery occurred on Thursday (July 18) in the 9400 block of Woodward Avenue before the man fled the scene in a white Ford Fusion. Anyone with information should...
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