The Legacy of Detroit's Black Bottom and Paradise Valley
A special event at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will shine a spotlight on the rich legacy of Black Bottom and Paradise Valley, two historic neighborhoods that were once vibrant cultural and economic hubs for Detroit?s Black community. The "Evening on Black Bottom and Paradise Valley: I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project" takes place Tuesday, February 25, 2025. For more information visit: bit.ly/375-BB-PV-Panel
Kids shared loaf of bread for food while living in Pontiac
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is asking for monetary donations to help the three kids now recovering after spending years living in a Pontiac home that their mom abandoned them in.
Detroit working to repair water main, homes after massive break
Detroit says nearly 400 homes were in the emergency zone after Monday morning's water main break. But they're no longer recovering, now it's time to service the neighborhood.
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Maurielle Lue and Lee Thomas talking about the news that matters most to the city of Detroit
Sheriff gives update on abandoned kids, Pontiac mother
The Oakland County Sheriff praised the community for showering the department in charitable donations for the three kids found living in squalor in a Pontiac home.
Michigan man accused of torching Pennsylvania house
A Michigan man is accused of driving to Pennsylvania and setting a home on fire after finding out that a man that lived there was talking to his ex-girlfriend.
Southwest Detroit residents displaced after water main break flooding
Some Southwest Detroit residents are now without their homes and belongings after a massive water main break flooded blocks of a neighborhood early Monday.
Children found abandoned in filthy Pontiac home, officials respond
The children, ages 15, 13, and 12, were found Friday inside a home full of feces and trash. According to the sheriff's office, their mother had left them alone in the home around four years ago, and would return to drop food off to them.
Detroit community comes together to help after largest water main break in city history
A 54-inch water main broke on Monday morning at the intersection of Beard and Rowan Streets. The city says close to 200 homes were impacted. Beebe?s Food Center on Lafayette Blvd was not spared.
Tragic hyperbaric chamber incident in Troy sparks investigation into Oxford Center practices
James Harrington is representing the parents of Thomas Cooper and, along with Troy police and the state, investigating what went wrong and who is responsible. Sources tell FOX 2 the center was understaffed that day. There were three patients receiving oxygen therapy, which meant there should have been three technicians. Officials say there was only one.
Nationwide protests against Trump highlight human rights concerns in Michigan
One of the protests in downtown Detroit showed a snapshot of the frustration and confusion happening in parts of the U.S. surrounding job losses and decisions made by the current administration. The organizer of this protest says she wants the people who want change to get off the sideline and back in the game. Their voices echoed through part of downtown as dozens of people gathered with the group "Refuse Fascism" for a Presidents Day protest. They say it is a chance to send a message to the new Trump administration.
Detroit water main break brings heroes out to help those affected
Both the city water department and the region's water regulator are managing the clean-up, which includes finding temporary shelter for anyone without heat or running water, as well as the long-term repairs to the local infrastructure and residents' homes.
Pontiac mayor horrified at 3 children abandoned in home for years
The children ? ages 15, 13 and 12, were treated at an area hospital and are now staying with family in an undisclosed location.
Southwest Detroit residents evacuated by boats, rafts after large water main break
Elayna Bolanos and her family shared video of their ride to safety.
Rebel Dogs Detroit seeks foster homes for injured dogs
The dog they call Glacier and another dog they call Venice were both hospitalized. Meanwhile, for Glacier, their future is especially uncertain.
Detroit will pay for repairs after neighborhood flooding
A massive pipe burst in southwest Detroit Monday morning, submerging neighbors in icy water and flooding homes.
Donations began coming in for abandoned 3 children living inside Pontiac home
The three children were left in deplorable conditions by their mother - abandoned for years.
Residents evacuated during massive water main break share their story
Elayna Bolanos and her family shared video of their ride to safety.
Detroit officials discuss catastrophic water main break
Dozens of adults, kids, and pets were rescued after an early morning water main break flooded streets in southwest Detroit.
Detroit firefighters rescue driver from roof of car
A Detroit driver who didn't recognize how much water and ice had taken over southwest Detroit had to be rescued from the roof of his car on Monday.