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
Ex-partner of former Warren cop charged in fatal crash says he'd ride again with him 'Today'
Testimony was heard today from Officer Michael Rodolfo, who was riding with former police officer James Burke when the September 2024 crash occurred, and was the first witness called to the stand.
Defense for ex-Warren police officer on trial in double-fatal crash says other driver was drunk
The prosecution argues Burke was going way too fast — reaching more than 100 miles per hour — and that he didn't have his siren or overhead lights on.
Detroit priest becomes crime-fighting good Samaritan, tackles car thief suspect
Reverend Canon Jean-Baptiste Commins was in his church parking lot Monday evening when he heard tires squeal and a loud crash.
Veteran's suicide on Memorial Day spurs awareness for mental health from Detroit outreach group
Sven Taranto brought wounds both seen and unseen home with him after eight years in the military. While he suffered from the trauma of combat, he also constantly struggled to secure benefits intended for veterans.
Pontiac father of 2 shot and killed inside his bedroom after killer knocked on window
Investigators say somebody knocked on the window — Brian pulled back the curtain and three shots were fired through the window.
Orion Township shooting, carjacking suspect denied bond in first court appearance
The man accused of shooting and carjacking a woman in front of her young son in broad daylight appeared in court for the first time Friday.
'We were 11 points down:' Mike Duggan ends campaign bid for Michigan governor
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is announcing the end of his independent run for governor, news that’s sending shockwaves through Michigan’s political scene as the race heats up.
Livonia neighborhood on edge after hazmat suited suspect appears at second home
A man dressed in a hazmat suit allegedly attempting to enter a Livonia home has now been spotted for a second time in two days. Livonia Police confirmed with FOX 2 he struck the same neighborhood again Thursday afternoon.
Plymouth apartment fire leaves residents heartbroken: 'We lost everything'
A fire ripped through an apartment complex in Plymouth Thursday afternoon, leaving one firefighter with minor injuries and some residents heartbroken after losing everything they owned.
Metro Detroit car crash suspect awaits sentencing
A packed, emotional courtroom in Mount Clemens was ready for the sentencing of an allegedly drunk driver accused of crashing into and killing a man and injuring two others.