Detroit police lieutenant investigated for assaulting mentally ill woman who spit on her
Lt. Velma Hampton responded as the supervisor at the scene when the woman allegedly spit in her face - launching the 25-year DPD veteran into a tirade.
Starbucks may close bathrooms to public again, CEO reportedly says
The coffee company opened their bathrooms to the public after two Black men were denied use of a restroom by an employee at a Philadelphia Starbucks four years ago.
Apple AirTag stalking and tracking by criminals is a problem: here's how to stop it
In 50 cases in 8 months women received a notification that they were being tracked via Apple AirTags without their knowledge
Grandma’s teeth, pet ashes: Uber releases 2022 lost and found index
It’s the sixth annual detailing of some of the most interesting and unusual items passengers mistakenly left behind.
Camaro's dramatic crash on M-10 while fleeing state police caught on dashcam
The arresting trooper had been sitting on the southbound service drive of M-10 near Meyer Road when his rear-facing radar spotted the Camaro traveling at 80 miles per hour at about 3:35 a.m.
Fifth-grader caught bringing gun to Detroit middle school
The school told parents via email and robo call that the student was removed from the school and that "appropriate disciplinary actions were taken." But there was no mention if the gun was loaded or not.
Portion I-94 in downtown Detroit to shut down for 7 days over bridge construction
The bridge installation will require closing part of the freeway for a week. It begins in mid-July.
Group of Black Detroit police officers say they were denied service at Novi's Bar Louie
"Once we left the other restaurant, as we were walking by Bar Louie, they were serving food. And that was around 11 o’clock at night," Watkins said. "So their kitchen didn’t close," he said. "It was just closed for us."
Shooting outside Detroit Pershing High School has staff worried for safety
“I sympathize (and) empathize with any parent who has a child here at Pershing High School and they're afraid for their safety," said teacher Christopher Kohler.
Amazon reports blocking 4 billion counterfeit listings in 2021
Counterfeit sellers have hurt online retailers like Amazon, and the company has ramped up efforts to combat the problem in recent years.
Apple iOS 16: Upcoming software update will allow users to recall, edit texts
The iOS 16 software update won’t be available for free to all users until this fall, according to Apple.
Federal prosecutions coming for illegal gun possessions in certain parts of Detroit
In two particularly violent areas of Detroit, felons in possession of a gun could face severe federal charges as the city and government try to find ways to curb violence in the Motor City.
Detroit officer dragged by Ford Mustang during street drifting incident
The officer is recovering in the hospital and the suspect driver remains at large after reversing into the deputy and dragging them along a fence line Monday.
Woman allegedly tracks boyfriend with AirTags, kills him over alleged affair
The woman told a witness that the victim was her boyfriend and accused him of cheating.
Woman's body found in a field on Detroit's east side; police investigating
The Detroit Police Department is still investigating the incident.
Suspect blamed 'demonic control' for Belle Isle hit and run that killed girl, 12
"Being even under like, 'Demonic control' and that was the word he was using, and having demonic thoughts at this time," the prosecutor said. “Those are very disturbing facts that point to someone who is a danger to the community.”
Teen suspect arrested for pointing a laser at Michigan State Police helicopter
It is a five-year felony to point a laser device at aircraft in the state of Michigan.
Survey finds more than half of US respondents have blocked a family member on Facebook
The survey, conducted earlier this month, asked over 2,000 users of Facebook and Instagram in the United States if and why they blocked a family member on social media.
65-year-old man brutally beaten clings to life, while family is desperate for justice
“His injuries were so severe I dropped the phone," she said. "His bones in his forehead were broken, his back was broken, his neck was broken, his spleen was messed up, his fingers broken. He can’t walk or talk.”
Detroit schools dismiss students early due to heat; health tips to stay safe outdoors
Dr. Tisius says it may be 90 degrees outside, but it may feel closer to 110 degrees inside without air conditioning. The doctor says he’s already seen patients who are victims of the hot weather.