Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams: Flashlights needed to light up Corewell Health Children's Hospital this December

Each year, crowds gather outside Corewell Health Children's Hospital in Royal Oak to spread cheer to kids spending the holidays in the hospital. This year, flashlights are needed to help make Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams a success.

WYCD co-host enjoys sleepover at Southgate Kroger to help end hunger

What happens when you a take radio host, a supermarket chain and a desire to wipe out hunger? You get a fun sleepover with WYCD morning show co-host Steve Grunwald at the Southgate Kroger.

'We love this community': Sidetrack Bookshop expanding after successful first 2 years in Royal Oak

What started as a plan to open an independent bookstore in Florida a few years ago morphed into creating a Metro Detroit bookshop that quickly became a beloved spot for book lovers – and it doesn't stop there. Sidetrack Bookshop in downtown Royal Oak is expanding.

Former police officer helps Metro Detroit kids chase filmmaking dreams

Award-winning filmmaker and former police officer Scott Galeski is helping at-risk youth envision a brighter future by tapping into their creativity.

Guide to scholarship money in Michigan and best practices for applying

Millions of dollars in scholarship money goes unspent every year. Here are some places that aspiring students can apply - as well as tips for writing essays.

Oakland County deputy killed: How to support his family after Detroit shooting

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is collecting donations to help the family of Bradley Reckling, a deputy shot to death while trying to recover a stolen vehicle in Detroit.

Recovery Walk in Ypsilanti aims to break addiction stigma

The Recovery Walk at Ypsilanti's Riverside Park aims to replace the stigma of addiction with a message of hope, healing, and recovery.

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FOX 2 is teaming up with select Ascension Hospitals for the 2024 Healthy Heart Project.

'Human Library' in Sterling Heights aims to increase understanding through conversations

Have a conversation with a person you may otherwise not talk to during an event designed to strengthen understanding and kindness at the Sterling Heights Public Library's "Human Library" event.

MGM Detroit employees volunteer at Oak Park's Forgotten Harvest

Sometimes the volunteers pack fruit and sometimes it's cans. "Today we’re doing pizza," said Matt Buckley, who is with MGM Resorts International.

Detroit's A.B. Ford Park closed in 2024 as city removes contaminated soil, majority of trees

Located along the Detroit River, A.B. Ford Park in Jefferson Chalmers is set to become one of the city's most scenic gems. Construction on the newly-revamped park will take much of 2024.

Detroiters bid farewell to beloved YMCA as demolition begins on run-down building

A staple of East Jefferson for decades, the dilapidated building fell into disrepair and required a dramatic solution: restoration or demolition. The decision by the city to remove the building entirely has left some having a hard time letting go.

Highland Park activist 'Mama Shu' up for $100K in 2023 CNN Hero of the Year award

The prize money would aid Avalon Village in expanding the activities section of The Homework House. The house was once slated for demolition but is now a secure space for children to do their homework after school - an effort made possible by Mama Shu and volunteers.

Howell veteran in need of support after losing leg in motorcycle accident

“I’m looking forward to getting in touch with other amputees – whether they’re veterans or not, it does not matter to me," Marcus Schulmeister said.