Dam task force made recommendations in 2021, causing $44 million in repairs to take place statewide
Following dams in the Midland area failing in 2020, the state's Dam safety task force made 86 recommendations to avoid failure of further dams. The more than 50 page report was filed in February of 2021, with many of the problems still needing to be addressed. The state spent $44 million on repairs in recent years.
Following dams in the Midland area failing in 2020, the state's Dam safety task force made 86 recommendations to avoid failure of further dams. The more than 50 page report was filed in February of 2021, with many of the problems still needing to be addressed. The state spent $44 million on repairs in recent years.
Detroit area youths, police talk about Teen Takeovers, and how to stay out of trouble
Youth have pressing concerns about police stops and interactions with police officers, about rising unease and mistrust with all law enforcement in the current climate. They joined police on Saturday to talk about what spaces are safe, fun and available for youth, especially with summer and curfews around the corner.
Youth have pressing concerns about police stops and interactions with police officers, about rising unease and mistrust with all law enforcement in the current climate. They joined police on Saturday to talk about what spaces are safe, fun and available for youth, especially with summer and curfews around the corner.
Report by The Guardian alleges obscene messages by UM Regent Jordan Acker
A bombshell report by The Guardian, potentially shaking up a critical primary election, as reported leaked messages reveal obscene sexual comments allegedly made by University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker, the high-profile university official who previously led UM’s campaign against pro-Palestinian students. According to a source who shared the messages with FOX 2, Acker made the lewd comments in 2020 and 2021, in reference to a Democratic party strategist and a female U-M student. Read the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/bddk57a8
A bombshell report by The Guardian, potentially shaking up a critical primary election, as reported leaked messages reveal obscene sexual comments allegedly made by University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker, the high-profile university official who previously led UM’s campaign against pro-Palestinian students. According to a source who shared the messages with FOX 2, Acker made the lewd comments in 2020 and 2021, in reference to a Democratic party strategist and a female U-M student. Read the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/bddk57a8
Author, Kaylynn Hunt chats about her upcoming film
Detroit-native & author, Kaylynn Hunt shares her writing process for the "The 725 Files" and her upcoming film.
Detroit-native & author, Kaylynn Hunt shares her writing process for the "The 725 Files" and her upcoming film.
Pastor Landis Smith shares his new book "All In: Distraction to Devotion"
Detroit Pastor, Landis Smith shares his writing process and message for readers with his new book "All In: From Distraction to Devotion."
Detroit Pastor, Landis Smith shares his writing process and message for readers with his new book "All In: From Distraction to Devotion."
Renaissance City Chargers empowering youth amid teen takeovers
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Guye Goodlow, Founder of Renaissance City Chargers, about how the organization supports and empowers youth despite the recent events of teen takeovers.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Guye Goodlow, Founder of Renaissance City Chargers, about how the organization supports and empowers youth despite the recent events of teen takeovers.
Combatting 'teen takeovers' with Boys 2 Men youth mentoring
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Mark Watts, Founder of Boys 2 Men youth mentoring about the recent teen takeovers.
Jamie Sherrod speaks with Mark Watts, Founder of Boys 2 Men youth mentoring about the recent teen takeovers.
President Donald Trump speaks at Turning Point USA event in Phoenix
President Donald Trump spoke on Friday at Turning Point USA's "Build the Red Wall" event at Dream City Church in north Phoenix.
President Donald Trump spoke on Friday at Turning Point USA's "Build the Red Wall" event at Dream City Church in north Phoenix.
Suspect hospitalized after officer involved shooting in Inkster
Officials say a trooper tried to pull over the suspect when they sped off, starting off a police chase across Inkster. The chase continued onto Parkwood where police say the suspect ran a red light when crossing Oakwood and crashed into another vehicle. The driver of the car that was hit later died from his injuries.
Officials say a trooper tried to pull over the suspect when they sped off, starting off a police chase across Inkster. The chase continued onto Parkwood where police say the suspect ran a red light when crossing Oakwood and crashed into another vehicle. The driver of the car that was hit later died from his injuries.
Krystal Clark's plea for freedom
Advocates are pleading for Governor Whitmer to grant Clark clemency from the 17 to 30-year sentence for armed robbery, so she can get treatment outside the prison system.
Advocates are pleading for Governor Whitmer to grant Clark clemency from the 17 to 30-year sentence for armed robbery, so she can get treatment outside the prison system.
Cheboygan dam water levels drop after week of worry, evacuation plans
The water levels have gotten better, dropping to seven inches below the top of the Cheboygan dam.
The water levels have gotten better, dropping to seven inches below the top of the Cheboygan dam.
Cheboygan dam water levels drop after week of worry, evacuation plans
The water levels have gotten better, dropping to seven inches below the top of the Cheboygan dam.
The water levels have gotten better, dropping to seven inches below the top of the Cheboygan dam.
Life-changing treatment brings hope to patients with Hemophilia
For most people, something like a bruised knee is a minor inconvenience. But for someone with hemophilia B, it’s a medical emergency. For decades, patients have lived a life of caution, but now there could be new freedom for them through gene therapy.
For most people, something like a bruised knee is a minor inconvenience. But for someone with hemophilia B, it’s a medical emergency. For decades, patients have lived a life of caution, but now there could be new freedom for them through gene therapy.
Video captures Inkster suspect in trooper-involved shooting after crashing car
Video captures the moment a police chase ends when an Inkster suspect ran from his car after crashing into another vehicle. Troopers fired shots, striking him in the lower body.
Video captures the moment a police chase ends when an Inkster suspect ran from his car after crashing into another vehicle. Troopers fired shots, striking him in the lower body.
Officer-involved shooting in Inkster leaves suspect wounded, bystander dead in crash
Michigan State Police were involved in a shooting of a homicide suspect who fled in Inkster. The suspect crashed into an innocent bystander's vehicle, who died.
Michigan State Police were involved in a shooting of a homicide suspect who fled in Inkster. The suspect crashed into an innocent bystander's vehicle, who died.
Officer-involved shooting in Inkster leaves suspect wounded, bystander dead in crash
Michigan State Police were involved in a shooting of a homicide suspect who fled in Inkster. The suspect crashed into an innocent bystander's vehicle, who died.
Michigan State Police were involved in a shooting of a homicide suspect who fled in Inkster. The suspect crashed into an innocent bystander's vehicle, who died.
City officials in Ann Arbor go door-to-door after damaging storms
Some people have been trapped in their homes with trees blocking their cars, even front doors. The tornado even badly damaged two sports arenas in it's path.
Some people have been trapped in their homes with trees blocking their cars, even front doors. The tornado even badly damaged two sports arenas in it's path.
OU professor on Strait of Hormuz reopening & state of the economy
Oakland University Associate Professor of Management joins FOX 2 Detroit Live to discuss the impact the Strait of Hormuz reopening will have on the United States' economy, as well as the state of the economy in general.
Oakland University Associate Professor of Management joins FOX 2 Detroit Live to discuss the impact the Strait of Hormuz reopening will have on the United States' economy, as well as the state of the economy in general.
Retired Naval Intelligence Commander on Strait of Hormuz reopening
Retired Naval Intelligence Commander Dr. Paul Chabot discusses the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the impact it could have on peace talks between the United States and Iran.
Retired Naval Intelligence Commander Dr. Paul Chabot discusses the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the impact it could have on peace talks between the United States and Iran.
Groups work to provide relief for flood victims
All eyes are on Northern Michigan, as rising waters continue to threaten homes and businesses. But several groups are working to help people recover from any damage they sustained. Greg Martin, Executive Director of DRAW discusses the work they're doing and how you can get involved.
All eyes are on Northern Michigan, as rising waters continue to threaten homes and businesses. But several groups are working to help people recover from any damage they sustained. Greg Martin, Executive Director of DRAW discusses the work they're doing and how you can get involved.