Support rallies around Clarkston single mom who lost home from lightning strike

A lightning strike overnight sets a single mom's home ablaze and she lost everything - after moving in less than two weeks ago. But now, a heartwarming update.

12-year-old celebrates beating bone cancer with ringing of the bell

It's the sound the Payton Hope Shock and her family have been waiting and hoping to hear - ringing the bell signifying the 12-year-old has been cancer-free for one year.

Detroit 9-year-old wins White House art contest

"The Black hands holding The White House, that means the enslaved Africans built the White House," said Gabrielle Faisal."The white stripes represent the purity of the struggle, the blue means justice, and the white stars represent unity for all people."

Community rallies in Armada cleanup effort after devastating tornado damage

Just days after a devastating tornado in Armada, progress is being made - roads are back open; power is back on, and tree trimmers are working overtime.

Record-setting Renaissance girls track stars wins gold at national championships

Another 4x100 relay and another victory - this one at the national championships in Eugene, Oregon - the site of the Olympic trials. The Renaissance High School women set a new Hayward Field record with a time of 45.92 seconds.

Lyon Township Navy vet in need gets new roof

The Lyon Township veteran had a leaky roof and skylights in need of repairs but no way to pay for it. Today, he got a helping hand.

Community rallies for Royal Oak baseball player whose father is battling cancer

The team is taking donations to support the cause. If you give any amount, you get a green ribbon and in the middle of the 5th inning, everyone gets together and ties them onto the left-field fence. They remember those who are fighting cancer or have lost a loved one to the disease.

World War II heroes honored at Oakland International Airport

Bill Wellborne, 88, served in Korea and Vietnam. He's pleased to see the men and women of the greatest generation honored in this way. "A lot of these guys here - they came before me - they paved the way for me - white or Black, I don't care who they are," he said.

Police officer who pulled man from fiery crash says it's part of his job description

Officer Pauly says the man was moving inside and trying to get out, but appeared to be fading in and out of consciousness. So he moved into action without a second thought, dragging the man to safety.

12-year-old collecting bottles and cans to help best friend's family in need

But Payton learned Malia's family, like so many others, have fallen on hard times. She says Malia's family may have to move back to France if they don't have the money to stay in the US.

Threads for Success help young men get all dressed up - with everywhere to go

The young men - about 50 of them - are also getting some guidance on making a good first impression. But picking out that free suit, shirt, and tie - with the help of professional haberdashers from Tom James Clothier is pretty special.

First-ever scholarship named for Skylar Herbert given to daughter of DPD officer

Breanna Caban was chosen to receive the first Skylar Herbert Memorial Scholarship named after the 5-year-old who was the first child in our area to die from COVID-19.

Mount Clemens firefighter donates 'pandemic hair' to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids

Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids was started by Maggie Varney in 2003 based in St. Clair Shores. It's mission is to provide wigs and support to kids ranging in age from 3 years old to 18 who experience hair loss.

Air Force reservist mom gets airport surprise coming home from basic training

When a St. Clair Shores mother of two told her father she was going to join the Air Force, he admitted he was thrown for a loop. But on Thursday Chelsea Field came home from basic training and was met with open arms.