UAW, automakers negotiate before potential strikes
The UAW and Big Three automakers have a week left to agree on a tentative deal. Once the contracts expire on Sept.14, the union said it plans to strike. This could have big impacts on the economy.
The UAW and Big Three automakers have a week left to agree on a tentative deal. Once the contracts expire on Sept.14, the union said it plans to strike. This could have big impacts on the economy.
Mental health calls take toll on Detroit police • Lions season kicks off • UAW strike economy impacts
On Thursday's News Hit: - Detroit police officers are responding to an influx of mental health calls, something that is taking a toll on them, too. - The Lions season starts tonight on the road. - A UAW strike, if it happens, could have major impacts on the economy, experts say.
On Thursday's News Hit: - Detroit police officers are responding to an influx of mental health calls, something that is taking a toll on them, too. - The Lions season starts tonight on the road. - A UAW strike, if it happens, could have major impacts on the economy, experts say.
A summer internship program that's making a difference.
Every year, Gesher Human Services runs a 6-week paid summer internship program for high school students with disabilities in metro Detroit, providing them with job skills and experience to add to their resumes. The Somerset Swim Club is a favorite job site for the student interns; it is a community pool in Fraser and the interns get great exposure to a variety of work, performing ground maintenance, pool cleaning and customer service checking guests in at the desk.
Every year, Gesher Human Services runs a 6-week paid summer internship program for high school students with disabilities in metro Detroit, providing them with job skills and experience to add to their resumes. The Somerset Swim Club is a favorite job site for the student interns; it is a community pool in Fraser and the interns get great exposure to a variety of work, performing ground maintenance, pool cleaning and customer service checking guests in at the desk.
UAW strike looms as contract expiration nears
The UAW is poised to strike after its contract ends in seven days unless a deal is reached with Big 3 automakers in the next week.
The UAW is poised to strike after its contract ends in seven days unless a deal is reached with Big 3 automakers in the next week.
Racial bias found in Ann Arbor traffic stops
Black men are more than twice as likely to be pulled over in Ann Arbor as non-Black men in Ann Arbor. That's the conclusion from a racial bias study out of Ann Arbor, which was commissioned by the former chief of police and conducted by a sociology professor at Eastern Michigan University.
Black men are more than twice as likely to be pulled over in Ann Arbor as non-Black men in Ann Arbor. That's the conclusion from a racial bias study out of Ann Arbor, which was commissioned by the former chief of police and conducted by a sociology professor at Eastern Michigan University.
UAW strike looming with big ramifications for economy
The clock is ticking on a pending strike between the United Auto Workers union and Detroit's big 3 automakers. There's a lot to pile into negotiations between the two parties. There's also a lot on the line if workers walk off the line. It would mean shockwaves for the economy with the shutting down of a supply chain and an increase in prices for cars.
The clock is ticking on a pending strike between the United Auto Workers union and Detroit's big 3 automakers. There's a lot to pile into negotiations between the two parties. There's also a lot on the line if workers walk off the line. It would mean shockwaves for the economy with the shutting down of a supply chain and an increase in prices for cars.
Gilbert Family Foundation makes huge health care donation
Two multi-million dollar donations that will invest in health care in Detroit will seek to improve stroke rehabilitation in the city as well as a first of its kind neurofibromatosis institute.
Two multi-million dollar donations that will invest in health care in Detroit will seek to improve stroke rehabilitation in the city as well as a first of its kind neurofibromatosis institute.
Firefighters begin 5th annual Walk for the Red
Firefighters from Macomb Township Station 2 commenced this year's annual Walk for the Red march, which will take them from their home to Grand Rapids. The goal is to raise money for firefighters battling cancer.
Firefighters from Macomb Township Station 2 commenced this year's annual Walk for the Red march, which will take them from their home to Grand Rapids. The goal is to raise money for firefighters battling cancer.
TikTok challenge with spicy chips comes with dangers
Another viral challenge is causing worry among doctors for those who attempt it: the Spicy Chip Challenge.
Another viral challenge is causing worry among doctors for those who attempt it: the Spicy Chip Challenge.
Detroit police reeling after 12-hour negotiation with woman on high-rise
Members of the Detroit Police Department are reeling this week after they spent hours trying to help a woman at the top of a Detroit high rise who ultimately chose to end her life. If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741 CLICK HERE for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide. Call 1-800-273-TALK for free and confidential emotional support.
Members of the Detroit Police Department are reeling this week after they spent hours trying to help a woman at the top of a Detroit high rise who ultimately chose to end her life. If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741 CLICK HERE for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide. Call 1-800-273-TALK for free and confidential emotional support.
Lions Watch Party to raise funds for THAW
Former Detroit Lion Robert Porcher and The Heat and Warmth Fund stopped by FOX 2 to discuss a charitable addition to the upcoming football game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn more about the fundraiser at thawfund.org/news-events/
Former Detroit Lion Robert Porcher and The Heat and Warmth Fund stopped by FOX 2 to discuss a charitable addition to the upcoming football game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn more about the fundraiser at thawfund.org/news-events/
Stormwater management working in Detroit
Are Detroit's 11 new bioretention gardens the solution to local flooding in the city's neighborhoods? If you ask Mark Jackson of the Aviation Sub neighborhood, any help would be better than the previous years.
Are Detroit's 11 new bioretention gardens the solution to local flooding in the city's neighborhoods? If you ask Mark Jackson of the Aviation Sub neighborhood, any help would be better than the previous years.
Oakland County making Narcan easier to access
Oakland County has $35 million to spend to help combat the opioid epidemic - and they're starting to spend it on easier access to Narcan.
Oakland County has $35 million to spend to help combat the opioid epidemic - and they're starting to spend it on easier access to Narcan.
Mike Rogers takes swipe at EV industry on first day of campaign
Michigan Republican Mike Rogers has officially hit the campaign trail for U.S. Senate and didn't waste time with disbursing his feelings on one of America's biggest subjects: electric vehicles, energy, and China.
Michigan Republican Mike Rogers has officially hit the campaign trail for U.S. Senate and didn't waste time with disbursing his feelings on one of America's biggest subjects: electric vehicles, energy, and China.
Suspect sought in MSP arson case
A Michigan State Police post is closed and troopers around the state are on alert after a suspect lit several cruisers on fire before spraying them with bullets.
A Michigan State Police post is closed and troopers around the state are on alert after a suspect lit several cruisers on fire before spraying them with bullets.
What's behind Michigan's power outages?
What has driven Michigan's numerous outage events? Severe weather is a driver, but another is the state's approach to decarbonizing its power supply.
What has driven Michigan's numerous outage events? Severe weather is a driver, but another is the state's approach to decarbonizing its power supply.
DPD Chief James White discusses how suicide impacts officers
On Tuesday, Detroit Police spent hours at a highrise apartment complex to help a woman in distress. She ultimately chose to end her own life. Police Chief James White talks about how officers are reacting and they're impacted by a scene like this. If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741
On Tuesday, Detroit Police spent hours at a highrise apartment complex to help a woman in distress. She ultimately chose to end her own life. Police Chief James White talks about how officers are reacting and they're impacted by a scene like this. If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741
Go inside the ISAIC for Detroit Design Month
The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC) is contributing to innovation in the fashion industry, right here in Detroit. The goal is to train people while creating a more low-waste fashion industry.
The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC) is contributing to innovation in the fashion industry, right here in Detroit. The goal is to train people while creating a more low-waste fashion industry.
Woman killed while breaking up fight • Man makes gross discovery at casino • Public asked to avoid MSP posts
On Wednesday's News Hit: - A woman was trying to break up a fight at a Detroit Coney Island when she was killed. - A man was getting a drink at Hollywood Casino at Greektown when he says he saw "a whole bunch of roaches." - People are asked to avoid Michigan State Police posts after a suspect shot and torched patrol vehicles at a post.
On Wednesday's News Hit: - A woman was trying to break up a fight at a Detroit Coney Island when she was killed. - A man was getting a drink at Hollywood Casino at Greektown when he says he saw "a whole bunch of roaches." - People are asked to avoid Michigan State Police posts after a suspect shot and torched patrol vehicles at a post.
2 shot in middle of Detroit street
An argument Tuesday afternoon escalated to gunfire in the middle of a street on Detroit's east side. Two men were hurt in the shooting.
An argument Tuesday afternoon escalated to gunfire in the middle of a street on Detroit's east side. Two men were hurt in the shooting.