Scott Wolchek
Scott Wolchek loves getting involved in the community and telling stories. He grew up in Oakland County and first appeared on FOX 2 while testing out a Chia Pet in a Fame or Shame segment with his dad.
Scott graduated from Oakland University and previously reported at WILX in Lansing and WNEM in Saginaw and Flint. Some of Scott’s favorite stories he’s told include a WWII veteran who loved electric guitar, helping a woman remove a blighted garage before it toppled onto her home, and a circus company that was overstocked with corn dog sticks and prizes throughout the pandemic.
In his free time, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife, who is a news producer (it runs in the family) and his Labrador retriever, Harley.
His hobbies include reading, writing, playing the keyboard, video editing and exploring. Some of his favorite books include A Clockwork Orange, Remains of the Day, The Sound and the Fury.
Scott often speaks with future journalists and public relations professionals at Oakland University to help provide guidance and inspiration.
The latest from Scott Wolchek
Detroit police shut down gas station accused of selling marijuana to minors
Detroit police shut down a gas station on the city’s east side which was accused of selling marijuana and tobacco products to minors.
Beloved 'Romeo Theatre' to close as business failed to bounce back after pandemic
After 40 years, the Romeo Theatre is announcing its closing its doors in mid-September. The family-owned theater has delighted moviegoers for decades who are sad to see it go.
Metro Detroit communities scramble after police, fire millages fail in Primary Election
A number of communities are scrambling after residents voted not to fund police and fire millages across Metro Detroit.
Orion Twp. emergency meeting discusses safety millages rejected by voters in Primary Election
An emergency meeting is taking place in Orion Township after voters elected not to renew the township’s fire and police millages. Without that funding, EMS services would face serious setbacks and slower response times.
Firefighters at scene of early morning church fire in Troy
The fire is at the Troy Church of Christ on Trombley Road, just west of Rochester Road.
Millage proposal seeks more firefighters in Rochester Hills
In an emergency, every second counts. But in the city of Rochester Hills, response times are at risk because officials say they don't have enough firefighters. A millage on the upcoming primary ballot could change that by funding additional staff.
Thousands arrive in Ann Arbor for Morgan Wallen at the Big House
Thousands of country music fans are gathering in Ann Arbor as Michigan Stadium hosts Morgan Wallen today and tomorrow. The sold-out concerts are expected to bring around 150,000 people to the city.
GLWA plans $81M water main replacement in Farmington Hills
After a series of water main breaks over the past few years, the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) is planning an $81 million project to replace six miles of pipe in Farmington Hills.
Westbound I-94 reopens after suspects fire at police
A part of I-94 is shutdown after police say officers were shot at during a possible carjacking situation.
Guatemalan man arrested in connection to two decade old murder case
The FBI and local police teamed up to arrest and charge a Guatemalan man in connection with a Farmington Hills murder dating back to 2001.