Celebrating restaurant owner Dominic Picano's 90th birthday
Mr. Picano always had a passion for business, buying chickens at the old Great Scott supermarket for $.17 a pound. That was at Gregg?s Pizza that he bought in 1963 on the west side of Detroit. He now has three kids and seven grandkids, but he grew up in a little town called Cassino, 80 miles south of Rome. He came to the United States in 1949 when he was just 14 years old.
Mr. Picano always had a passion for business, buying chickens at the old Great Scott supermarket for $.17 a pound. That was at Gregg?s Pizza that he bought in 1963 on the west side of Detroit. He now has three kids and seven grandkids, but he grew up in a little town called Cassino, 80 miles south of Rome. He came to the United States in 1949 when he was just 14 years old.
Anti-Tesla protests growing nationwide
As the violence increases, police departments in Metro Detroit are paying close attention. Tesla dealerships, vehicles, and charging stations have become the focus of protests nationwide.
As the violence increases, police departments in Metro Detroit are paying close attention. Tesla dealerships, vehicles, and charging stations have become the focus of protests nationwide.
Michigan Republican supports higher taxes on EVs
As lawmakers and the Michigan governor look for ways to fund road construction, the Republican House Speaker floated support for higher taxes on electric vehicles owners.
As lawmakers and the Michigan governor look for ways to fund road construction, the Republican House Speaker floated support for higher taxes on electric vehicles owners.
Latin American-inspired restaurant opens in Detroit
With the help of Motor City Match and a $65,000 grant, Robert Encarnacion has opened a new dual-restaurant combination that includes both a coffee shop and a main restaurant with Latin American dishes.
With the help of Motor City Match and a $65,000 grant, Robert Encarnacion has opened a new dual-restaurant combination that includes both a coffee shop and a main restaurant with Latin American dishes.
Trump announces 25% tariff on imported cars
President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all foreign auto imports on Wednesday, saying it would boost domestic production and raise tax revenue. Experts say it will raise the cost of buying a car or truck.
President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all foreign auto imports on Wednesday, saying it would boost domestic production and raise tax revenue. Experts say it will raise the cost of buying a car or truck.
President Trump calls Rep. Jasmine Crockett a 'lowlife' after 'Hot Wheels' comment
President Donald Trump has called Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) a “lowlife" after she referred to Texas Governor Greg Abbott as “Governor Hot Wheels."
President Donald Trump has called Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) a “lowlife" after she referred to Texas Governor Greg Abbott as “Governor Hot Wheels."
Jasmine Crockett's 'Hot Wheels' comment leads to censure resolution
U.S. Representative Randy Weber announced he has officially filed a censure resolution against Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas after she referred to Texas Governor Greg Abbott as "Governor Hot Wheels" and a "hot a-- mess" at the Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles dinner on March 22.
U.S. Representative Randy Weber announced he has officially filed a censure resolution against Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas after she referred to Texas Governor Greg Abbott as "Governor Hot Wheels" and a "hot a-- mess" at the Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles dinner on March 22.
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Leaders mark 1 year since Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster
Leaders and residents in the Baltimore region and across Maryland are marking one year since the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Leaders and residents in the Baltimore region and across Maryland are marking one year since the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Disney World in Florida unveils summer deals, including half-price tickets, new shows, parade
Walt Disney World Resort has unveiled its latest summer offerings, featuring 50% off 3-day or longer kids' tickets, two exciting new shows, and the return of a nighttime parade—the first in nearly 10 years at the park.
Walt Disney World Resort has unveiled its latest summer offerings, featuring 50% off 3-day or longer kids' tickets, two exciting new shows, and the return of a nighttime parade—the first in nearly 10 years at the park.
Police beef up distracted driving patrols on I-94
Across the entire state Wednesday, police will be on I-94 looking for distracted drivers.
Across the entire state Wednesday, police will be on I-94 looking for distracted drivers.
Alexandria police release suspected cause of death of former US attorney Jessica Aber
The Alexandria Police Department has released the suspected cause of death of a former U.S. attorney.
The Alexandria Police Department has released the suspected cause of death of a former U.S. attorney.
Annual prom dress drive hosted in Bloomfield Hills
Spring is here, and prom season is right around the corner. It's a great event, but not everyone can afford the cost of things like that perfect prom dress.
Spring is here, and prom season is right around the corner. It's a great event, but not everyone can afford the cost of things like that perfect prom dress.
Monroe teen suspects caught on camera stealing vape pens
The theft was caught on camera as two 16-year-olds and a 17-year-old allegedly broke in and rushed behind the counter, going straight for the vapes. After an hour, they returned for more.
The theft was caught on camera as two 16-year-olds and a 17-year-old allegedly broke in and rushed behind the counter, going straight for the vapes. After an hour, they returned for more.
Volunteers of America Michigan Highlights Thrift Store Finds During National Cleaning Week
In honor of National Cleaning Week, Volunteers of America Michigan stopped by The Nine to showcase how donating and shopping at their thrift stores supports vital programs across the state. From affordable fashion to household treasures, every purchase helps fund housing, employment, and veteran services. Learn how you can make a difference while decluttering at voami.org.
In honor of National Cleaning Week, Volunteers of America Michigan stopped by The Nine to showcase how donating and shopping at their thrift stores supports vital programs across the state. From affordable fashion to household treasures, every purchase helps fund housing, employment, and veteran services. Learn how you can make a difference while decluttering at voami.org.
Vehicle hits Tim Horton's drive-thru, slams into Dearborn Heights home
The home was located behind a Tim Hortons on Telegraph and Warren, where police say a car drove through two big trees from the drive-thru, concrete blocks, another metal fence and then into Majid Iqbal's house a little after 9 p.m.
The home was located behind a Tim Hortons on Telegraph and Warren, where police say a car drove through two big trees from the drive-thru, concrete blocks, another metal fence and then into Majid Iqbal's house a little after 9 p.m.
Trump cuts threaten funding to help feed kids in Michigan
Michigan's free school meals program that helps feed hundreds of thousands of students may be in jeopardy amid drastic cuts to the federal government by the Trump administration
Michigan's free school meals program that helps feed hundreds of thousands of students may be in jeopardy amid drastic cuts to the federal government by the Trump administration
3 Things You Need to Know About Men?s Health and the Michigan Men?s Health Foundation
It?s Men?s Health Month, and we?re spotlighting the Michigan Men?s Health Foundation and the lifesaving work they?re doing across our state. Dr. Michael Lutz stopped by to share three things we all need to know about men?s health?and how the Foundation is expanding free screenings, education, and support services to reach more Michigan men. Learn more at www.michiganmenshealthfoundation.org.
It?s Men?s Health Month, and we?re spotlighting the Michigan Men?s Health Foundation and the lifesaving work they?re doing across our state. Dr. Michael Lutz stopped by to share three things we all need to know about men?s health?and how the Foundation is expanding free screenings, education, and support services to reach more Michigan men. Learn more at www.michiganmenshealthfoundation.org.
2025 Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure Opens Registration with Early Bird Pricing
Register now for the 2025 Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure on September 13 at The Riverwalk, Milliken Park. Celebrate survivors, support breast cancer research, and take advantage of early bird pricing at komen.org/detroitrace.
Register now for the 2025 Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure on September 13 at The Riverwalk, Milliken Park. Celebrate survivors, support breast cancer research, and take advantage of early bird pricing at komen.org/detroitrace.
Trump administration shutting down key immigration office
The Citizens Immigration Services Ombudsman Office serves as a liason for people who have questions and need help with their citizenship. It, along with the agencies that provide oversight of the detention of immigrants, are seeing cuts to their funding.
The Citizens Immigration Services Ombudsman Office serves as a liason for people who have questions and need help with their citizenship. It, along with the agencies that provide oversight of the detention of immigrants, are seeing cuts to their funding.
Michigan Men?s Health Foundation Expands Statewide to Save More Lives
The Michigan Men?s Health Foundation is expanding statewide to boost prostate cancer awareness, provide free health screenings, and save more lives. Dr. Michael Lutz shares details on upcoming events, new leadership, and plans to reach more men across Michigan. Learn more - michiganmenshealthfoundation.org
The Michigan Men?s Health Foundation is expanding statewide to boost prostate cancer awareness, provide free health screenings, and save more lives. Dr. Michael Lutz shares details on upcoming events, new leadership, and plans to reach more men across Michigan. Learn more - michiganmenshealthfoundation.org