Detroit police increase patrols amid rise in violence during teen takeover trend

Downtown Detroit has been dealing with a series of teen takeovers in recent weeks, and concerns escalated after a 14-year-old was shot last weekend. Police say the teen is expected to make a full recovery, but with a busy holiday weekend and Movement Festival underway, many are wondering whether things will remain peaceful.

Man found living inside van with 36 dogs in Lansing
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Thirty-six dogs were living in a rundown minivan along with their owner. He had been moving from parking lot to parking lot around the Lansing area after recently coming from Florida.  On Thursday, investigators and the Capital Area Humane Society stepped in while he was allegedly trying to sell puppies. 

36 dogs in Lansing found living in a van with their owner

Dozens of dogs were found living in a van with their owner. From puppies to pregnant dogs, they were all packed inside. Meanwhile, a rescue group stepped in just in time, but there’s still more work to do.

Oakland County dive team ready ahead of Memorial Day weekend
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First Responders are preparing for what could be a busier than usual holiday weekend on the water. And we’re getting a rare look as the high level technology Oakland County dive teams use to save lives.

Police increasing patrols to prevent teen takeovers over the weekend
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Detroit police increased patrols Friday night around Cadillac Square and Campus Martius in an effort to prevent more large gatherings from getting out of control.

Detroit 'Movement' kicks off Memorial Day weekend
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Techno music is taking over downtown Detroit this weekend as crews finish transforming Hart Plaza for Movement Festival. Starting tomorrow, tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the event, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary in Detroit.

Carjacking suspect denied bond during first court appearance
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FOX 2 learned a few new details, including that the mother who was shot tried to comply with Hearn and even gave him her purse before he allegedly pulled the trigger at Baldwin Commons outside the Old Navy. Officials say the chase he led police on exceeded 100 miles per hour multiple times. Hearn is facing life in prison and is charged with eight counts, including carjacking, assault with intent to murder, and fleeing police.

Elderly man dies months after alleged attack by DoorDash driver

Police say that he had yelled at Turner for driving too fast in a Wixom neighborhood. Turner pulled over, got out of his car, the two exchanged words, then a punch.

FOX 2 Sports Wrap: Tigers still struggling & Wienie 500
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FOX 2 Sports Producer James Paxson joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to discuss the Detroit Tigers still struggling to find offense. They end on a lighter note by looking at the Oscar Mayer Wienie 500 that took place ahead of the Indy 500.

Latest batch of UFO files rolled out
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The Pentagon rolls out the latest batch of UFO files. Bill Konkolesky, State Director for the Michigan Chapter of the Mutual UFO network joins FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan to discuss, including one that has to do with a mysterious object spotted over Lake Huron in 2023.

New-style Ford dealership rolled out
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Skalnek Ford has redesigned its dealership under the Ford Signature 2.0 model. Ryan Skalnek joined FOX 2 Detroit Live for a tour.

Discussing tensions between the United States & Iran, Cuba
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As the war in Iran rages on, tensions are also buidling between the United States and Cuba. Retired Naval Intelligence Commander Dr. Paul Chabot weighs in.

Your Guide to Gardening with Native Plants | Brother Nature
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Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County. 

Declassified UFO files: Video of Lake Huron encounter with F-16 near UP released by Pentagon

A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.