Whitmer says she isn't joining governor's 'Safeguarding Democracy' group
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If you have watched and listened closely to Gov. Whitmer's comments the past couple of weeks, her post-Trump victory statements have been conciliatory, and not confrontational.

Mpox Santa rumor claim nearly derails family photo shoot
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A photographer made a wild claim about Santa Kringle's health scuttling a shoot with a family that paid hundreds ahead of time.

Luxury homes in Novi burglarized by transnational gangs
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Transnational gangs that have already victimized homes in Oakland County returned to Novi where they broke into four more homes, using jamming equipment to disable home security systems to avoid alerting police.

Blighted Detroit school to be converted to housing
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The William H. Higginbotham School has stood in Detroit for year's during some of its biggest moments - and some of its lowest. Now, a rebirth is on the horizon.

Lawyers 'horrified' at conditions for FCI Dublin transfers at Alabama prison

Two Bay Area lawyers have been trying to visit the 600 women who are now in federal prisons across the country after the Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin shut down this spring. "And we were pretty horrified by what we heard and saw," said Susan Beaty.

Sherman's Tennessee Hot Crackers: Made in Michigan
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Sherman's Tennessee Hot Crackers, a woman- and family-owned snack company that crafts spicy crackers in Michigan based on a cherished family recipe from Tennessee. Founded by Sherman and Deena Vanatta, the company started by creating these delicious snacks for family gatherings. Their offerings include a variety of flavors such as Original, Fiesta, and Garlic Parmesan. Bre Teamer chats with Pam Lenning, Co-founder of the company, about their recent competition win and the meaning behind the crackers.

The hidden meaning behind 'No-Shave November'
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It's No-Shave November, also known as ?Movember?, a time each year when many men put the razor away for a month in an effort to increase awareness and start conversations about men's health issues. The focus of two of those issues are mental health and suicide prevention in men. Bre Teamer sits down with Dr. Jessica Garrett as she focuses on the mental health aspect of this yearly movement and discuss common issues that she has witnessed her male clients.

Bodycam video shows man running form police on mower, shooting self in hand
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According to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Robert Henderson went to a home in Leoni Township on Sept. 19 to arrest 41-year-old James Mitchell Kerr, who had several warrants. Kerr was on a riding lawn mower when Henderson arrived and refused to get off the machine. Then he ran from the deputy before drawing a gun and getting tased and shooting himself.

Wayne-Westland teachers contract fight • New DTE substations • Oxford shooting investigation finger-pointing

On Tuesday's News Hit: - Teachers in the Wayne-Westland Community Schools district are calling for a new contract after months of working without one. - DTE Energy is making more investments in power grids with the goal of reducing power outages. - Calls for an investigation into the Oxford High School shooting led to finger-pointing from officials.

Welcome Inn prepares for another winter helping homeless in Starr Presbyterian Church building in Royal Oak

The South Oakland Citizens for the Homeless (SOCH) Welcome Inn Day Center opens Dec. 2 at the former Starr Presbyterian Church in Royal Oak. The nonprofit now has access to the whole building after the church closed in October.

St. Clair Shores house fire sends school into lockdown
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A house in a St. Clair Shores neighborhood caught fire Monday afternoon, where everyone made it out safely, but the timing of the fire prompted some fast action at a nearby school to ensure everyone stayed safe.

Wayne-Westland teachers hoping for a new contract
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Teachers in the Wayne-Westland School District are pressuring board members to give them a new contract. Staff members have not had a new contract since August.

Detroit's Rides to Care program gives free medical trips for new or expectant mothers

"We know that for every 1,000 babies that are born in our city, 14 babies die before their first birthday," said Denis Fair Razo, Chief Public Health Officer.

Mental health crisis from off-duty Detroit EMT on Northlawn is second in under a month

The mental health crisis knows no boundaries and for the second time in less than a month, Detroit's first responders are dealing with a tragedy involving one of their own on Northlawn

Police activity on Northlawn Street
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It is the second time in less than a month that first responders had to respond to one of their own in Detroit. Now health experts are reminding people to check on friends and loved ones going through hard times.

Rides to Care program in Detroit helps new mothers with free trips to doctor
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This new program is for Detroit women who are pregnant, or for any mother, guardian or caregiver living in the City and caring for an infant up to a year old.