Michigan crime: Big cases to watch in 2026

The missing Skelton brothers, Danielle Stislicki's disappearance, Ashley Elkins' murder, and more -- some of Metro Detroit's biggest cases are moving forward in 2026. Here's a look at the cases FOX 2 will be following closely in 2026.

Pontiac woman found guilty of animal neglect after 37 dogs, cats rescued from 'severe, unsanitary' conditions

A Pontiac woman who argued that she was helping dozens of animals found living in poor conditions is now awaiting sentencing after she was found guilty of animal neglect last week.

Children as young as 8 involved in stolen car chase; Driver learned from YouTube

Authorities in Ohio say three children ages 8, 11, and 12 could face juvenile charges after allegedly stealing a vehicle and leading police on a brief pursuit.

Detroit man charged after dogs found frozen to death

A Detroit man accused of leaving his dogs outside in the cold, resulting in two of them dying, is now facing charges.

Pastor charged with cyberstalking estranged wife for years before her death

A federal grand jury in South Carolina has indicted a pastor, John Paul Miller, on charges of cyberstalking his estranged wife and making false statements to federal investigators.

Gun jams as shoplifting suspect tries to shoot Ohio police officer at point-blank range in wild bodycam video

Heart-pounding video shows the moment a shoplifting suspect allegedly tried to shoot an Ohio police officer at point-blank range inside a Walmart only to be stopped when his gun appeared to malfunction and a store security worker intervened.

Some Epstein files released Friday disappear from DOJ website

At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein that were released Friday have disappeared from the DOJ website, including photos of President Trump, with no explanation.

'I’ll never get over that:' Mom of Kroger shooting victim sounds off on heartbreaking tragedy

The heartbroken mother of a gunned-down Salvation Army bell ringer is wondering how someone could have so much hate in their heart to take the life of a man working to help those in need this holiday season.

Met in Michigan: New Epstein files reveal where he met his first victim

The first known victim of Jeffrey Epstein was a 13-year-old girl in Michigan in the 1990s, according to files recently released by the Department of Justice.

Alcohol, speed suspected in September crash that killed Waterford Township man

The driver who caused a multi-vehicle crash in Commerce Township was believed to be under the influence and speeding, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.