All-Star Turkey Giveback helps those in need for Thanksgiving
"We have over 3000 turkeys with all the trimmings, and we also have agencies that partnered with us like Wayne Metro that can help out with renters assistance as well as water bills," said Wheeler.
Detroit Lions, Pure Heart serve Thanksgiving dinner to children of incarcerated parents
“That’s what this is for," said Lions tight end James Mitchell. "Just to bring a smile to somebody’s face and really just to shed a light. Really I was involved with stuff like this back where I’m from. My dad was a pastor, so we did a lot of things like this. So to be able to do it here as well as I did it back home, it’s awesome.”
Mural unveiled at Joe Louis Greenway connection in Hamtramck
Mural artist Habacuc Samuel Bessiake wanted to capture the essence of the heavyweight champion and Civil Rights activist, so he watched documentaries on Joe Louis for inspiration.
Operation Christmas Child collects gifts for kids around the world - starting with a shoebox
As we approach the holiday season a group called Operation Christmas Child" is getting ready to deliver gifts to kids around the world - and you can help spread the joy.
2 military veterans in need get new roofs free from Habitat Detroit's Veteran Initiative
“This is outstanding; I’m pleased as punch - I can’t be happier," said Navy veteran William McClure.
Veteran in need gets brand new roof on Commerce Township home
"You always like to think you can do it on your own, right?" LaChance said. "Many of us, it's a human weakness that we have. And I finally recognized that I'm at a point where I needed the help."
101-year-old Gift of Life donation after death proves you're never too old
"(I said) 'Are you sure? Because mom was over 101 years old and kind of worn out,'" quipped Bert.
TEDx Detroit: A story of FOX 2 mentorship between Huel Perkins and Roop Raj
And at the center of at all, is a friendship that these broadcasters share that formed years ago when Roop was in high school.
NICU babies get storybook hero Halloween costumes at Henry Ford Health
Babies in the NICU at Henry Ford got their annual costumes this year and the theme is storybook heroes!
Teen snowboard star from Farmington back after World Cup debut in Switzerland
He is one of the top junior snow boarders in the country and he just got back from the World Cup in Switzerland - where the 17-year-old finished higher than any other first-time competitor, ever.
After shooting nearly killed him, Detroit man dedicates life to helping other young people avoid that fate
After being shot seven times over a neighborhood dispute, a Detroit man decided to turn his life around and help other young people avoid going down the same dark path.
New wheelchair ramp built for disabled woman who lost hers in police pursuit crash
On Thursday the family received a brand-new handicap ramp for Ruby, who uses a wheelchair and is battling stage four kidney failure.
'Terror on Tillson' street's Halloween tradition raises money for students, veterans
Over the last 16 years, Tillson Street has raised more than $100,000 by selling T-shirts, sweatshirts, and other souvenirs.
Forgotten Harvest CEO to receive award for serving those in need
Kirk Mayes, is the man behind the mission of Forgotten Harvest, fueling the fight against hunger.
Bodycam video shows Monroe Police officer saving baby with CPR
Video shows the feverish efforts to get 5-week-old Ella Rose to cry. Patterson can be seen applying light taps to the infant.
Detroit's North Rosedale Park adds new Massey mural reflecting neighborhood's diversity
“What’s nice about all of this, is that most of the pieces that are created to last a long time," he said. "Fifteen to 20 years this piece will still be here, in100 years this piece will still be here based on the structure and quality of the materials."
Prostate cancer survivor praises Henry Ford Health for new treatment method
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and this cancer survivor says there is hope in fighting this disease.
Kitten saves family poisoned by carbon monoxide in Farmington Hills
The Stamper family had a power outage from a summer storm and connected a portable generator to help run their appliances. The garage door accidentally got closed while the generator was running, exposing the family to carbon monoxide gas
'One of the best days of my life': Stranger takes 100-year-old veteran to Disneyland
Video going viral on social media shows a man approaching a stranger - who turned out to be a 100-year-old veteran - and asking him if he wanted to go to Disneyland. It was the trip of a lifetime.
'Recovery Night' open mic celebrates those who have battled addiction
September is National Recovery Month, and later this week there will be a celebration for those who are in recovery from addiction or living with a mental illness. From rock 'n roll to spoken word poetry - it's all on stage this Thursday.