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Coach charged after video shows him attacking Michigan middle school student
(CBS DETROIT) — A former track coach has been charged after surveillance video shows him attacking a student at a Metro Detroit middle school last week. The student at Ypsilanti Middle School said his coach told him to do push-ups, but he couldn't due to an injury. After that, the coach allegedly assaulted the student from behind and choked him with his shirt. The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the coach has now been charged with felony assault with intent to do great bodily harm by strangulation, and misdemeanor assault and battery. His name is being held pending his arraignment. The student's mother, Yolanda Ellis,...
Man dies after being attacked, robbed while walking in Oakland County
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. – A man has died after he was attacked and robbed while walking in Oakland County, police said. The attack happened at 11:40 p.m. May 30, 2024, in the area of Telegraph and Franklin roads in Southfield. Officials said an 80-year-old man was out walking when another...
Police request tips on 2 suspects for breaking into coffee shops along Rosa Parks Blvd in Detroit
FOX 2 (WJBK) - Detroit police is looking for information on two breaking and entering suspects on Rosa Parks Blvd on Sunday and Monday earlier this week. On Sunday, June 9, at about 3:05 a.m., the suspects broke into the coffee shop located in the 9300 block of Rosa Parks Blvd and took an undisclosed amount of money from the cash register.
Detroit police seek missing 62-year-old woman last seen May 9
DETROIT – Police are looking for a missing 62-year-old woman missing from Detroit’s west side. Valerie Lester was last seen May 9 on Whitcomb, between Plymouth Road and Elmira Street. Anyone who has seen Valerie Lester or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police...
Metro Detroit business owner faces 23 federal charges, accused of withholding millions from IRS
NORTHVILLE, Mich. – A businessman from Northville is accused of being responsible for millions of dollars worth of tax fraud. Ali Kassem Kain allegedly filed false tax documents in connection with his business that arranged for automobiles to be shipped abroad. He reportedly didn’t pay employment taxes for the company’s employees either.
Dearborn husband, father of 2 identified as flight instructor killed in plane crash
The metro Detroit community is mourning a beloved husband, father and son after a fatal plane crash Monday. The Washtenaw County plane crash killed a flight instructor and left his student injured Monday afternoon. ...
Library events, outdoor activities and more to do Downriver
What’s Going On is a listing of activities taking place throughout the Downriver community. To submit an event, send an email to downriverlife@thenewsherald.com. List the time, date, location, cost and contact information. Submit announcements at least two weeks prior to the event. Events added this week. Adult Movie Nights:...
Police in Metro Detroit seize new narcan-resistant drug known as Krokodil because of what it can do to users' skin
Police in St. Clair County have made their first seizure of a drug known as Krokodil, a new synthetically engineered opioid-like substance said to be about 10 times more powerful than morphine.
Hutch's Jewelry murder: Attorney, hitman sentenced to life in prison in death of Oak Park jeweler
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. (Fox 2) - Two suspects convicted in the murder of popular jeweler Dan ‘Hutch’ Hutchinson learned their sentences Wednesday. Marco Bisbikis and Roy Larry were both convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, solicitation of murder, and felony firearm last month. Now they'll both spend the rest of their lives in prison for Hutchinson's murder.
The Two Michigan Homes of Rosa Parks
Rosa Louise McCauley Parks was born on February 4, 1913 and became an activist for the NAACP in 1943. Twelve years later, in 1955, Rosa was taking a bus in Montgomery, Alabama when the bus driver found his way back to where she was sitting, took down the ‘colored section’ sign, and told her to vacate her seat to a white person who was without a seat. All that did was make her more determined to stay where she was.
The Dirtiest City In Michigan Won’t Surprise You
I am an avid preacher of the world-saving gospel and I do everything in my power to contribute to that initiative. As humans, we are the ones that have the power to uplift and build or destroy our atmosphere, and over the last few decades we have been doing more destruction than preservation. Whether you want to take a look at the large problems like carbon emissions from fossil fuels or smaller issues like littering, they are all significant in the situation.
Taylor Animal Shelter reaches full capacity, extends hours for adoptions
On Monday, Taylor Animal Shelter at 25555 Northline Rd. announced on Facebook that the shelter is at full capacity and can no longer intake animals. Available cats and dogs, some of which are spayed or neutered, are posted on the Taylor Animal Shelter Facebook group along with links to any additional that the shelter knows about each animal. ...
Southeast Michigan Braces for Potentially Severe Storms, Record Heat Next Week
Detroit, MI – Southeast Michigan residents are gearing up for a week of dynamic weather changes, with severe thunderstorms and record-breaking heat on the horizon. According to the US National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac, temperatures will rise into the 80s by Wednesday, with a chance of thunderstorms developing on Thursday. Isolated strong to severe storms are possible, making it crucial for residents to stay informed and prepared.
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