The Noon Awkward Moment

Maurielle Lue and Lee Thomas talking about the news that matters most to the city of Detroit

AuSable River Canoe Marathon this Saturday in Grayling

Saturday evening, as some people are tucking in for the night, paddler sin Grayling are just getting started on a grueling 120-mile canoe marathon down the AuSable River from Grayling to Oscoda. Here's a preview of the race.

Oakland County road work hit, killed by SUV

Farmington Hills Police Chief John Piggott said Oakland County Road Commission employees were working on Orchard Lake Road when a driver crossed the median and hit them. One of the workers was killed, while two others suffered injuries and were taken to a hospital.

Initiative to support fathers in Detroit

Despite all their efforts, some men say being father can present challenge after challenge. But fathers and father figures living in Detroit can get a helping hand all thanks to the Detroit Health Department.

Family feud turns violent in Detroit

An assault at a Detroit apartment on Tuesday stemmed from siblings and other relatives arguing over the death of their mom, eventually leading to gunfire.

Operation Backpack giving out free supplies to kids for the new school year

Operation Backpack is hosting Backpacks 4 You at the Detroit Zoo on August 13th from 10:00am-4:00pm. Each backpack will be stuffed with new school supplies, two free tickets to The Detroit Zoo (valid for up to a year), a complimentary haircut from Douglas J, and books provided by Molina Healthcare. The program is honor-system based with no strings attached, but registration is required and families must sign up in advance For more information visit: www.voami.org/operationbackpack