88-year-old military veteran working at Meijer gifted $1.7M from donations
Edmund Bambas is an 88-year-old Brighton Meijer employee turned viral sensation. The military veteran who was unable to afford retirement, had his story catch fire around the world.
Edmund Bambas is an 88-year-old Brighton Meijer employee turned viral sensation. The military veteran who was unable to afford retirement, had his story catch fire around the world.
California dog found in Lincoln Park after 4 years, returned to family
The dog - who was microchipped - was recently found tied to the fence of a small shelter in Lincoln Park four years and seven months later - and 2,289 miles away.
The dog - who was microchipped - was recently found tied to the fence of a small shelter in Lincoln Park four years and seven months later - and 2,289 miles away.
Paralyzed Metro Detroit man regains ability to walk
Jake Heckmann was an active guy with skydiving and rock climbing. Then one day in 2023 his back hurt - and he started feeling numb.
Jake Heckmann was an active guy with skydiving and rock climbing. Then one day in 2023 his back hurt - and he started feeling numb.
'I didn’t have enough money': 88-year-old Michigan vet given help from GoFundMe to retire
A Metro Detroit senior citizen has become a viral sensation. At 88, most seniors are enjoying retirement, but Army veteran Edmund Bambas is working five days a week because he says he can't afford not to. However, help is on the way.
A Metro Detroit senior citizen has become a viral sensation. At 88, most seniors are enjoying retirement, but Army veteran Edmund Bambas is working five days a week because he says he can't afford not to. However, help is on the way.
'88 & Still Working': Viral GoFundMe helping Michigan vet retire
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster
The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.
The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.
Rescued kittens saved by Union City police become new mascots
Security video from earlier this fall appears to show one of the kittens fall from a moving car. It is not clear if they were deliberately thrown out, but both were in distress.
Security video from earlier this fall appears to show one of the kittens fall from a moving car. It is not clear if they were deliberately thrown out, but both were in distress.
Oh baby: Melvindale police officer delivers newborn during traffic stop
The baby wasn’t waiting - so the 911 dispatcher spoke to Cpl Hacham - who just happens to be his brother, with some guidance.
The baby wasn’t waiting - so the 911 dispatcher spoke to Cpl Hacham - who just happens to be his brother, with some guidance.
Pistons superfan from South Korea becomes unofficial Detroit ambassador
A Pistons fan from South Korea flew 6,000 miles just to watch some games and indirectly, become an ambassador for the City of Detroit.
A Pistons fan from South Korea flew 6,000 miles just to watch some games and indirectly, become an ambassador for the City of Detroit.
Dog in Warren shelter for more than 4 years finds home
After spending more than four years of his life at I Heart Dogs Rescue and Animal Haven in Warren, a shelter dog named Udon now has a home to call his own.
After spending more than four years of his life at I Heart Dogs Rescue and Animal Haven in Warren, a shelter dog named Udon now has a home to call his own.
Young baseball standout from Detroit area heads to World Series for national MLB competition
Meet Matthew Williams II, he is heading to Toronto to compete against the best kids in North America in his age group.
Meet Matthew Williams II, he is heading to Toronto to compete against the best kids in North America in his age group.
State police rescue injured red-tailed hawk in northern Michigan
On Oct. 15, troopers from the Houghton Lake Post were dispatched to a Grayling parking lot on a report of the injured bird.
On Oct. 15, troopers from the Houghton Lake Post were dispatched to a Grayling parking lot on a report of the injured bird.
Thunderstorm sparks mysterious 2,000-mile journey for spooked California pup later found in Illinois
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
Watch: Nebraska baby born with rare cancer leaves hospital to cheers after months of treatment
A baby from Omaha, Nebraska, received a joyful send-off after spending six months in the hospital battling a rare form of cancer.
A baby from Omaha, Nebraska, received a joyful send-off after spending six months in the hospital battling a rare form of cancer.
'Heroic actions': Army football player saves driver from fiery crash
A West Point cadet is being praised for their heroic actions after rescuing a man from a burning vehicle in New York’s Hudson Valley.
A West Point cadet is being praised for their heroic actions after rescuing a man from a burning vehicle in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Abused, neglected pets find forever homes with Michigan Animal Rescue League in Pontiac
From strays to surrenders, abuse and neglect, the Michigan Animal Rescue League takes all animals in.
From strays to surrenders, abuse and neglect, the Michigan Animal Rescue League takes all animals in.
86-year-old Michigan woman nears skydive No. 1,000
"It was fantastic. It's this blue, blue sky we have today, and we just get out of the plane and fly. There's no feeling of falling, it's just flying."
"It was fantastic. It's this blue, blue sky we have today, and we just get out of the plane and fly. There's no feeling of falling, it's just flying."
'I got a $100,000 for you': Detroit man's chance encounter with influencer ends with heartwarming surprise
Curtis Dixon was already planning to pawn his wedding ring to pay his utility bill when an individual said he needed a few dollars if he could spare them. The Detroit man couldn't have guessed what would happen next.
Curtis Dixon was already planning to pawn his wedding ring to pay his utility bill when an individual said he needed a few dollars if he could spare them. The Detroit man couldn't have guessed what would happen next.
Dave Coulier opens up 1-on-1 about cancer battle
"And so you never think the C word is going to be applied to you. And when it does, it's a sobering moment."
"And so you never think the C word is going to be applied to you. And when it does, it's a sobering moment."