Ex-UAW regional director accused of embezzlement for Palm Springs golf trips, premium booze and meals
Vance Pearson, 58, was once one of the powerful leaders of the UAW. Now he's in federal court, accused conspiracy to spend hundreds of thousands of UAW dues on an elaborate lifestyle.
Detroit Sgt. suspended for not responding to officer down was previously fired for cowardliness
A Detroit Police Sergeant who was suspended for not responding to the shooting of two officers that resulted in the death of 16-year veteran Rasheen McClain had been fired for cowardliness - only to get his job back.
UAW Region 5 Director resigns amid corruption investigation
The UAW has announced the resignation of Region 5 Director Vance Pearson.
Detroit Police shooting suspect also suspected in 2 other shootings and one murder
The man Detroit Police say shot and killed 16-year veteran Rasheen McClain is also suspected in two other shootings and another murder this week in Detroit.
Netflix suffers worldwide streaming outage
Netflix's customer service hotline and website acknowledged the outage, saying it was affecting stream on all devices.
Embattled UAW president Gary Jones, regional director booted from union amid turmoil
He is out on his own terms, or so he says. United Auto Workers boss Gary Jones retired Wednesday.
UAW president Gary Jones resigns as union moves to expel him and one other
Within an hour of the UAW announcing plans to expel Gary Jones and another top official from the Union, the now-former president announced plans to resign from the union.
GM suing Fiat-Chrysler for billions, accusing automaker of bribery in negotiations with UAW
General Motors has filed a lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler, alleging the automaker bribed the United Auto Workers Union in an attempt to gain an advantage during labor agreements.
SecurAmerica, Detroit security guards at odds over effort to unionize
Security guards at several sites in Detroit, including those at Bedrock buildings on Tuesday walked off the job to protest threats of retaliation as they fight for union rights and safety concerns.
City council faces divided Detroit residents ahead of blight bond proposal vote
Detroiters had time to weigh in on Mayor Mike Duggan's two-hundred and fifty million dollar bond proposal to demolish empty blighted homes. Following a scathing report from the Auditor General, who found several problems with the blight demolition program, several city councilmembers and residents remain unconvinced the plan to speed up the program is the best idea.
Over 300 turkeys given away to residents, families of fallen Detroit Police members
The Detroit Police Department teamed up with the CEO of 411 Therapy to pass along a little holiday philanthropy on Monday. Hosted at the Tindal Activity Center, 350 free turkeys were distributed to families in need.
UAW members ratify Ford contract
United Auto Workers Ford Motor Co. members ratified the 2019 Collective Bargaining Agreement by 56.3 percent, the UAW announced this evening.
Michigan car insurance fee falling to $100 per car in July
Michigan drivers who want unlimited medical coverage for crash injuries will pay $100 per vehicle starting in July, which will be 55% less than the record-high $220 annual fee they currently pay.
UAW enacting ethics reform, including selling property that FBI raided
The UAW is enacting a slew of ethics reform in response to an FBI probe into alleged corruption at the union. In one of the first decisions made by acting President Rory Gamble since taking the helm after the former president took a leave of absence, the announcement comes amid contract negotiations between the automakers and union members.
Duggan's $250 million blight bond proposal under fire at city council meeting Tuesday
A 250 million dollar bond proposal put forth by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan was debated by residents and council members in front of the city council on Tuesday. While its plan would be to eradicate blight throughout the city in five years, a blistering report from the Auditor General last week pointed out several problems with the city's demolition program.
Acting UAW pres. hopes to regain members support amid corruption probes
The acting president of the United Auto Workers said Wednesday that a corruption scandal plaguing the union will get worse before it gets better, but that he's confident he can fix the mess and turn over a clean house to the next leader.
Amazon expands free, next-day delivery options for Prime members this holiday season
Amazon Prime members can now get free, one-day delivery on more than 10 million items, the company said.
UAW President Gary Jones taking leave of absence as FBI corruption probe expands
As a widening corruption by the FBI continues to ensnare more top brass of the UAW, its president is taking a leave of absence.
UAW leaders approve deal with Ford, ratification vote now goes to members
UAW leaders approved a deal struck with Ford Friday afternoon, sending it to union members to ratify the deal next week.
UAW president top aide charged with embezzling union dues
A top aide of the president of the United Auto Workers is accused of embezzling union dues and conspiracy to defraud the U.