Westland mom of murdered bell ringer talks with FOX 2
A 47-year-old man identified by family as Alvin Echols was ringing the bell and collecting donations for the Salvation Army in front of the Kroger on Ford Road in Westland around 5:30 Thursday night when police, who are based just a stone’s throw across the street, responded to a report of a shooting.
Taylor Swift bills tackle ticket bots
The legislation is seen as a win for consumers because it protects everyday fans from automated ticket bots that buy up large blocks of tickets before real people ever get a chance. That’s why there’s a reference to one of the biggest pop stars in the world.
Inkster funding fight leaves community center with leaky roof
A community roof in Inkster is leaking. Local officials say this could have been avoided if they had the money.
Plan would exempt childless people from public school taxes
The legislation would eliminate school-related property taxes for homeowners who do not have children enrolled in government K–12 schools, arguing it is unfair to force people to fund a service they do not use.
Demolition begins ahead of new soccer stadium in Detroit
Anticipation is growing for the Detroit soccer scene as demolition began on the eventual site of a new stadium
Suspect in custody after bell ringer shot in Westland
A Salvation Army bell ringer was shot to death in Westland after a suspect targeted the individual.
Macomb flooding mystery solved after crews discover sandbags beneath culvert
"You can't imagine what we do find in drains," the commissioner of Macomb County's public works said.
Mary Sheffield hosts annual toy giveaway
Detroit Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield hosted her annual toy giveaway Dec. 19.
Looking back at Michigan's devastating ice storm
Northern Michigan is still recovering from a devasting ice storm that hit the region last March.
Luke Air Force Base lockdown lifted after reports of active shooter incident
The lockdown at Luke Air Force Base has been lifted following reports of an active shooter incident.
FOX 2 News Live at 11
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No Snow on Christmas
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1 in custody after Salvation Army bell ringer killed in Westland
The suspected shooter is in custody after a Salvation Army bell ringer was killed at a Kroger in Westland. Few details have been released, but police did say that the shooting was not random.
Dog fatally shot by St. Clair County Sheriff's deputies
Body cam video shows an encounter between St. Clair County Sheriff's deputies and a stray dog that started with the dog biting a deputy and ended with the animal being shot and killed.
Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
Stray dog shot, killed by St. Clair County deputies
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office is facing scrutiny after a found dog brought to animal control late Saturday was shot and killed. The sheriff's department said the dog was behaving aggressively, while animal rights advocates say the dog was scared and mishandled.
Bell ringer killed at Westland Kroger
An investigation is ongoing after a Salvation Army bell ringer was shot and killed at a Kroger in Westland on Thursday evening.
Gifting the Grieving
A Detroit organization is stepping up this holiday season to support families who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Today, volunteers are coming together to provide gifts, comfort, and community for hundreds of children, as the city recognizes the impact of the effort and the response it’s received.
Sterling Heights police officer saves choking baby
We know our police officers are heroes and that’s especially true for one member of the Sterling Heights Police Department whose quick action saved a one-year-old baby found unresponsive by his mom.
Man jailed after violently beating mother of his child
The 37-year-old woman was covered in blood, brutally beaten, hit with a dozen punches to her face, and kicked and dragged by her hair. The victim’s close friend, Tayler Adams, spoke to FOX 2. It was allegedly the victim’s ex, the father of her daughter, Anthony Vettraino is behind it all.