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Detroit police want help finding missing 63-year-old woman
DETROIT – Police are seeking information about a 63-year-old woman who went missing in Detroit. Sheree Walker left her residence in the 21400 block of Bennett Street on Friday (July 13) and did not return home. Walker was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and black pants. According to...
The Tuesday experience at Eastern Market
Good morning, While in our downtown newsroom Tuesday, which is not a normal office day for me, I remembered that Detroit's Eastern Market Tuesday Market was open. The Tuesday Market operates 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. June through September. Inside Shed 2, it's a scaled-down version of the Saturday market. ...
Insurance reforms were supposed to bring relief. Detroiters still pay more
The high cost of auto insurance pushed Clarissa Williams to move out of Detroit and all the way to California, where she thought it more likely she could get to work. She was right.
Youth, family-led candidate forum held at Children's Center in Detroit
The forum is intended to educate families and young voters about the candidates running for election this November. Candidates vying for seats in Congress and the state legislature attended the event.
Paradise Valley Cultural and Entertainment District Conservancy Seeks Proposals for Alleyway Construction
The Paradise Valley Cultural And Entertainment District Conservancy (PVC), is seeking proposals for a Construction Manager as Constructor (CM) of a public space-activated alley in the heart of Detroit’s Paradise Valley Entertainment District. This project aims to transform an underutilized alley into a vibrant community space, hosting various cultural and recreational activities.
Detroit man shot to death on front porch in likely targeted drive-by, police say
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A man in his 20s was shot and killed on Detroit's east side - murdered while sitting on his front porch Thursday. Detroit police say the victim was shot and killed on Omira Street near State Fair on the east side at about 1:20 p.m. Investigators...
Celebrate Detroit’s 323rd birthday with a free event in Spirit Plaza!
DETROIT – The 313 is turning 323 and we’re throwing Detroit a one-of-a-kind birthday party by raising the city’s flag, eating 323 cupcakes and dancing to live music!. Join Local 4 in partnership with Raise the Flag on Wednesday, July 24th for Detroit’s Birthday!. The celebration...
MLB trade deadline 2024: Which Tigers are most likely to be moved?
DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers have 12 games remaining before the July 30 trade deadline. Could they go 12-0; surge to a 59-50 record; sit on the cusp of the last Wild Card spot; and totally upend expectations for this year’s deadline?. Sure, anything’s possible. But it’s more...
Detroit native Zenovia Jafar crowned Miss Arab USA
Zenovia Jafar, a 27-year-old from Detroit, was crowned Miss Arab USA 2024 in Arizona this past week. The Miss Arab USA Pageant hosted by the Phoenix-based Arab American Organization included 20 finalists who were judged based on charity work, personality and community involvement. ...
Intangible impact DJ Reader can have on Lions defense highlighted again
Coming off a torn right quad tendon that ended his 2023 season with the Cincinnati Bengals early, the Detroit Lions had defensive tackle DJ Reader in for an old-school free agent visit during the first week of free agency, They literally did not let him leave town without a deal in place (two-year, $27.25 million, with $9 million guaranteed.
Detroit’s Mission to Change the City’s Rental Ordinance and Hold Landlords Accountable
Detroit’s housing crisis demands urgent attention and swift action. In a city where the majority of housing stock is aged and many properties need extensive repairs, only 10% of rental homes meet the city’s inspection standards. This alarming statistic underscores the pressing need for reforms to ensure safe and habitable housing for all Detroit residents.
5 things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Concert of Colors, Ann Arbor Art Fair, Detroit Book Fest & more
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Metro Detroit? Check out WWJ’s Don’t Miss List to find out about great events happening around town. This weekend, there’s Concert of Colors, Ann Arbor Art Fair, Detroit Book Fest and more.
Man found not guilty of first-degree murder in death of Detroit synagogue leader
(CBS DETROIT) – A jury Thursday acquitted Michael Jackson-Bolanos of first-degree murder in the October 2023 death of Detroit synagogue leader Samantha Woll, but was deadlocked on charges of felony murder and home invasion. It reached a guilty verdict on a charge of lying to police.A pretrial hearing to determine if charges are brought again is scheduled for July 25."First, I want to thank the jury for their time, dedication, and attention to this case. We were hopeful that a decision could reached today, but we will press on for justice for the Wolls and will determine our next course...
Scott Harris has already let Tigers fans down if he considered trading Tarik Skubal
With the first half of the 2024 MLB campaign in the rearview, the clock is ticking for clubs around the league. Time to make a postseason push is running out, and more pressingly, the July 30 trade deadline is rapidly approaching. In the coming days, some organizations will make an...
Debt Relief for Detroiters: 36th District Court’s Amnesty Program Offers Financial Relief
The 36th District Court in Detroit has rolled out an amnesty program that promises significant financial relief for many in our community. From June 24 to August 2, 2024, the Court will waive all late fees, penalties, and warrant costs upon full payment of the original amount owed. This initiative stands as a lifeline for those burdened by accumulating court costs and aims to alleviate financial stress for many Detroit residents.
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