Interview with former Detroit City Council candidate James Harris
FOX 2's Charlie Langton talks with former Detroit City Council candidate James Harris on the state of Democratic politics going into the 2026 Midterms.
FOX 2's Charlie Langton talks with former Detroit City Council candidate James Harris on the state of Democratic politics going into the 2026 Midterms.
One on one with California Gov. Gavin Newsom
On Sunday, Governor Gavin Newsom joined Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri and state House nominees Sarah Pounds and Alex Hawkins for a canvass launch in Oakland County. While there, FOX 2's Charlie Langton had the chance to speak with him on the state of American politics in 2026.
On Sunday, Governor Gavin Newsom joined Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri and state House nominees Sarah Pounds and Alex Hawkins for a canvass launch in Oakland County. While there, FOX 2's Charlie Langton had the chance to speak with him on the state of American politics in 2026.
Outdoor therapy and Michigan's best rivers | Brother Nature
What is Michigan's best river? Bridge Magazine's reader poll found one reigns supreme. Also on Brother Nature this week, the benefits of outdoor therapy for men, dragonflies, and how the DNR auctions off land.
What is Michigan's best river? Bridge Magazine's reader poll found one reigns supreme. Also on Brother Nature this week, the benefits of outdoor therapy for men, dragonflies, and how the DNR auctions off land.
Lake Erie's thousand-year storm that flooded Kelleys Island and dropped 17 inches of rain
Kelleys Island received over half-a-year's worth of rain in six hours earlier in July. Here's the science behind the historic weather event.
Kelleys Island received over half-a-year's worth of rain in six hours earlier in July. Here's the science behind the historic weather event.
Good Samaritan rescues 3 from sinking fishing boat on Lake St. Clair
Three people were safely rescued after their fishing boat began sinking on Lake St. Clair Sunday morning.
Three people were safely rescued after their fishing boat began sinking on Lake St. Clair Sunday morning.
Good Samaritan rescues 3 from sinking fishing boat on Lake St. Clair
Three people were safely rescued after their fishing boat began sinking on Lake St. Clair Sunday morning. A nearby charter captain came to their aid before TowBoatUS crews recovered the damaged vessel from the water. (Video submitted by Ally Garza)
Three people were safely rescued after their fishing boat began sinking on Lake St. Clair Sunday morning. A nearby charter captain came to their aid before TowBoatUS crews recovered the damaged vessel from the water. (Video submitted by Ally Garza)
Howell Nature Center, Lake Erie rains, and Port Sustainability | Brother Nature
The Howell Nature Center knocked their fundraising goal out of the park. What will they do with the money? In Lake Erie, Kelleys Island received 17 inches of rain in six hours. Derek Kevra shows us what happened. And the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority breaks down the sustainability efforts they're deploying to reach net-zero emissions.
The Howell Nature Center knocked their fundraising goal out of the park. What will they do with the money? In Lake Erie, Kelleys Island received 17 inches of rain in six hours. Derek Kevra shows us what happened. And the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority breaks down the sustainability efforts they're deploying to reach net-zero emissions.
Kayaking the Huron River, Bassquatch Hunter, and AuSable canoeing | Brother Nature
The Huron River stretches from within Michigan's Lower Peninsula all the way to Lake Erie. Along the way are all sorts of sights and sounds, from sunbathing turtles to gliding herons. On Brother Nature this week, we kayaked a small stretch of the river with the help of the Huron Clinton Metroparks and Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery. Also on the show this week, our recovering piping plovers, Michigan's only venomous snake, and Mike McKinstry of the Bassquatch Hunter made a visit on the show.
The Huron River stretches from within Michigan's Lower Peninsula all the way to Lake Erie. Along the way are all sorts of sights and sounds, from sunbathing turtles to gliding herons. On Brother Nature this week, we kayaked a small stretch of the river with the help of the Huron Clinton Metroparks and Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery. Also on the show this week, our recovering piping plovers, Michigan's only venomous snake, and Mike McKinstry of the Bassquatch Hunter made a visit on the show.
More than 80 boats retire from Bayview Mackinac Race amid extreme conditions
Extreme conditions have forced 85 boats to withdraw from the 102nd annual Bayview Mackinac Race, though officials say no serious injuries have been reported and all participants have been accounted for.
Extreme conditions have forced 85 boats to withdraw from the 102nd annual Bayview Mackinac Race, though officials say no serious injuries have been reported and all participants have been accounted for.
Stream Bayview Mackinac Race this weekend on Lake Huron
Stream the 2026 Bayview Mackinac Race live from two different boats this weekend live on Lake Huron.
Stream the 2026 Bayview Mackinac Race live from two different boats this weekend live on Lake Huron.
Wildfire Consequences and Boxwood fatalities | Brother Nature
The wildfires in Canada and the smoke afflicting Michigan has devastating consequences for our health, and solutions to the widening crises are limited. Also on Brother Nature this week, what's wrong with Michigan's boxwoods? The hardy shrub is increasingly under attack from pests.
The wildfires in Canada and the smoke afflicting Michigan has devastating consequences for our health, and solutions to the widening crises are limited. Also on Brother Nature this week, what's wrong with Michigan's boxwoods? The hardy shrub is increasingly under attack from pests.
US Coast Guard warns of rise in fake distress calls on Great Lakes
The US Coast Guard is calling attention to the dangers and penalties of hoax distress calls using radio, phones and social media.
The US Coast Guard is calling attention to the dangers and penalties of hoax distress calls using radio, phones and social media.
Chirp Nook's guide to birding, Memorial swims, and Fish Cleaning | Brother Nature
Getting into birding is as easy as leaving out some seeds and mixing in a little patience. But there's so much more to the hobby for those with enough interest. Carissa with Chirp Nook explains the best way to get involved. Also on Brother Nature this week, freaky fungus, memorial swims, a rare cactus blooms in West Bloomfield, and a campaign to build a fish cleaning station for Lake St. Clair.
Getting into birding is as easy as leaving out some seeds and mixing in a little patience. But there's so much more to the hobby for those with enough interest. Carissa with Chirp Nook explains the best way to get involved. Also on Brother Nature this week, freaky fungus, memorial swims, a rare cactus blooms in West Bloomfield, and a campaign to build a fish cleaning station for Lake St. Clair.
Isle Royale campground closed due to heightened wolf interactions
A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.
A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.
Ford House's new Lake St. Clair shoreline reopens to the public
After years of restoration work along Lake St. Clair, an icon of Michigan history is unveiling nearly a mile of newly-built shoreline.
After years of restoration work along Lake St. Clair, an icon of Michigan history is unveiling nearly a mile of newly-built shoreline.
Future Great Lakes trail to offer unbroken passage along entire shoreline
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
Great Lakes trail network and the Metropark's Challenge | Brother Nature
In the future, the Great Lakes will have a continuous unbroken trail that spans the entire shoreline. It will connect to a similar network on Canada's side, offering a new way to explore Michigan and the rest of the shoreline. Also on Brother Nature, the trail challenge available at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks as well as rain garden resources available at the Huron River Watershed Council.
In the future, the Great Lakes will have a continuous unbroken trail that spans the entire shoreline. It will connect to a similar network on Canada's side, offering a new way to explore Michigan and the rest of the shoreline. Also on Brother Nature, the trail challenge available at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks as well as rain garden resources available at the Huron River Watershed Council.
Tenhave Woods in Royal Oak and Freighter Photography | Brother Nature
Walking through Royal Oak's Tenhave Woods is like walking through a time capsule of Michigan forest history. The city's nature society does walking tours that explores the history of site and the life within. Also on Brother Nature, an interview with a drone pilot who photographs Great Lakes freighters.
Walking through Royal Oak's Tenhave Woods is like walking through a time capsule of Michigan forest history. The city's nature society does walking tours that explores the history of site and the life within. Also on Brother Nature, an interview with a drone pilot who photographs Great Lakes freighters.
Tree of Heaven, Spotted Lanternfly, and Biology Camp | Brother Nature
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
Invasive Buckthorn and the secret weapon to fight it | Brother Nature
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.