Free gun locks now available at every Michigan health department office
The partnership, between MSP and the MDHHS, further supports compliance with the safe storage gun law that went into effect on Feb. 13 – which requires unattended firearms to be unloaded and secured with a cable lock, or stored in a gun safe, if a minor is present.
Whitmer repeals Michigan law that made it only U.S. state to ban surrogacy contracts
"Either you support families or you don't," the Michigan governor said Monday. She signed a package of bills that repealed the country's strictest laws regulating surrogacy contracts.
Hospital security helps save baby from allergic reaction
“It was like out of a movie – she came running in, screaming ‘help me! Help me!’” said Mike Hartzler, the security officer at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township.
Huron-Clinton Metroparks see huge demand for free kids and adult swim lessons
Access to a pool, the cost of classes, and experiences like a near-drowning are all barriers to learning how to swim. But in a state surrounded by lakes, getting comfortable in the water can be life-saving.
12-year-old epilepsy patient celebrated post life-saving brain surgery
Children's Hospital of Michigan celebrated Justin Swett as he walked out of the hospital after a stay that lasted 32 nights.
'Figure Skating in Detroit' teaches Black girls confidence, discipline
“It's just remarkable what these programs do for young women," said Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton.
Restaurant franchise owner in Troy cited for violating child labor laws
The owner of the Popeyes was fined $48,000 after an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Crumbley family's damaged relationship shown in court, expert gives warning signs
How can parents differentiate between normal teen angst and troubling behavior?
Michigan toddler rings bell after beating cancer
Kassidy Selman went through chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant before she was victorious over a rare form of pediatric cancer. She had a giant smile on her face when she rang the bell.
Michigan tax credit will be sent to 700,000 families with an average of $550 being issued
The Working Families Tax Credit quintupled in size under a new law passed this year, which means the state income tax credit will be much larger than in previous years. Here's how much an average family will receive
Missing Redford 15-year-old prone to seizures, police asking for help
“Miles suffers from seizures and has not taken his medication," according to police. Anyone with information, please call 313-387-2500.
Moonbeam for Sweet Dreams brings patients at Beaumont Children's hospital holiday cheer
This year, Corewell Health is accommodating children with sensory issues by hosting a scaled-down version of Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams on Thursday, before kick-starting the main event on Friday.
After father's deportation, Detroit family finds emotional relief at community impact network
MiSide's goal is to ensure families have access to healthcare, education, comfortable housing, and the financial resources they need to build a life they desire.
Family of 7 escapes Detroit house fire through 2nd story window
One by one, a family of seven evacuated a burning house in Detroit out of a second-story window.
11-year-old abuse survivor celebrates 10 years, donates 100 care packages
An 11-year-old abuse survivor is giving back to Children's Hospital of Michigan for saving his life 10 years ago.
Center that cares for kids with disabilities in Wayne gets life-changing donation
The cameras were rolling when Saunda Cunningham learned just the kind of support her respite center would receive after a story of Vonnies World was broadcasted.
New study on screen time finds 'frightening' effects on children
Screen time was associated with lower brain development and a loss in motor skills, according to a study of 60,000 kids.
Is Michigan's anti-bullying law enough? Parents say schools aren't reporting cases
Since 2011, Michigan schools have been required by law to report cases of bullying and what they did to resolve conflict. But according to some parents, that's not the case for some districts.
Covid worsened bullying habits. Programs like Defeat the Label hope to turn that around
One family's experience underscores how bullying has changed over time, and how the pandemic's isolation made it worse.
Man sets sights on swimming across Lake Michigan
If he's successful, Bryan Huffman would be only the 9th person to complete the task. But that's not why the Holland native is doing it.