In 1969 the Rouge River burned. 50 years and more than a billion dollars later, life has returned to the water
In 1969, a worker on the Rouge River dropped his torch into the water. The flame ignited oil from an accidental spill from the nearby Shell refinery by the I-75 overpass. It lit the river on fire - and hardly anyone cared. Now, 50 years later, with the aid of thousands of volunteers, the cooperation of hundreds of groups and more than a billion dollars, the restoration of the river and its watershed has become a paradigm for how others should clean their polluted rivers.
In 1969, a worker on the Rouge River dropped his torch into the water. The flame ignited oil from an accidental spill from the nearby Shell refinery by the I-75 overpass. It lit the river on fire - and hardly anyone cared. Now, 50 years later, with the aid of thousands of volunteers, the cooperation of hundreds of groups and more than a billion dollars, the restoration of the river and its watershed has become a paradigm for how others should clean their polluted rivers.
He was stabbed to death over a $20 bet at a bar. Jason Sizemore's killer is still missing 18 years later
On June 16, 2001, Jason Sizemore was at a bar in Ypsilanti to watch the Detroit Pistons in the playoffs. A fight broke out over a $20 bet at a pool table. Chairs and punches were thrown and amid the chaos, Sizemore was stabbed by Mark Pinnace. As Sizemore laid bleeding to death from his wounds, Pinnace fled the scene. He hasn't been seen since and police believe he flew home to his native country of Honduras. But Sizemore's parents haven't recovered from the death of their son, saying they "would not wish anyone that kind of pain."
On June 16, 2001, Jason Sizemore was at a bar in Ypsilanti to watch the Detroit Pistons in the playoffs. A fight broke out over a $20 bet at a pool table. Chairs and punches were thrown and amid the chaos, Sizemore was stabbed by Mark Pinnace. As Sizemore laid bleeding to death from his wounds, Pinnace fled the scene. He hasn't been seen since and police believe he flew home to his native country of Honduras. But Sizemore's parents haven't recovered from the death of their son, saying they "would not wish anyone that kind of pain."
Man who killed wife sentenced to life, family gets justice: 'hope he rots in hell'
A Ypsilanti man was sentenced to life for the murder of his wife on Thursday.
A Ypsilanti man was sentenced to life for the murder of his wife on Thursday.
Undocumented Ann Arbor immigrant on 9 medications says deportation would be 'a death sentence'
An Ann Arbor immigrant is making a life or death appeal to immigration officials after undergoing a kidney transplant that he says requires him to stay in the U.S. for ongoing treatment.
An Ann Arbor immigrant is making a life or death appeal to immigration officials after undergoing a kidney transplant that he says requires him to stay in the U.S. for ongoing treatment.
2 shot, 1 killed off-campus of Eastern Michigan University
A shooting has been reported off-campus near Eastern Michigan University, the school said in a statement.
A shooting has been reported off-campus near Eastern Michigan University, the school said in a statement.
27th annual Camaro Superfest in Ypsilanti this weekend
The 27th annual Camaro Superfest kicks off this weekend.
The 27th annual Camaro Superfest kicks off this weekend.
Woman killed, man hurt during apartment break-in in Ypsilanti
Police in Ypsilanti are investigating after a woman was fatally shot during a home invasion near Eastern Michigan University.
Police in Ypsilanti are investigating after a woman was fatally shot during a home invasion near Eastern Michigan University.
6th Annual Recovery Live Residency Tour: pop up dinner and show
A pop-up dinner is happening this weekend in Ann Arbor. The pop-up dinner is part of the Michigan Face of Addiction Tour.
A pop-up dinner is happening this weekend in Ann Arbor. The pop-up dinner is part of the Michigan Face of Addiction Tour.
The Jeremy Kittel Band at The Ark Oct.1
Jeremy Kittel combines Celtic, old-time, jazz, and classical music to create an eclectic sound all his own.
Jeremy Kittel combines Celtic, old-time, jazz, and classical music to create an eclectic sound all his own.
EB I-94 closed at Baker Road due to overturned semi
EB I-94 closed at Baker Road due to overturned semi
EB I-94 closed at Baker Road due to overturned semi
Spirit of Detroit celebrates University of Michigan's 200th anniversary
The Spirit of Detroit will look a little blue for the rest of the month. It will be sporting a University of Michigan shirt to commemorate the university's 200th anniversary
The Spirit of Detroit will look a little blue for the rest of the month. It will be sporting a University of Michigan shirt to commemorate the university's 200th anniversary
Encuentro Latino serving up Guatemalan food in Ypsilanti
Ypsilanti's Encuentro Latino has been voted to have some of the most authentic Latino cuisine in metro Detroit. Chef Manuel De Paz joined us in the FOX 2 Cooking School to tell us more about his food and its Guatemalan roots.
Ypsilanti's Encuentro Latino has been voted to have some of the most authentic Latino cuisine in metro Detroit. Chef Manuel De Paz joined us in the FOX 2 Cooking School to tell us more about his food and its Guatemalan roots.
Volunteers needed for AAU Junior Olympic Games
At the end of month, the largest national multi-sport event for young people in the country is happening in metro Detroit.
At the end of month, the largest national multi-sport event for young people in the country is happening in metro Detroit.
Smoke's Poutinerie location opens in Ann Arbor
The Canadian food favorite poutine has been popping up in all kinds of eateries lately.
The Canadian food favorite poutine has been popping up in all kinds of eateries lately.
Fill a Ford truck for kids in Ypsilanti June 10
Ford vehicles will be throughout the Ypsilanti community on Saturday, June 10 waiting to be stuffed with items for kids.
Ford vehicles will be throughout the Ypsilanti community on Saturday, June 10 waiting to be stuffed with items for kids.
Cinetopia Film Festival Coming in June
Spanning 10 days, the Cinetopia Film Festival brings more than 60 films to the Detroit, Dearborn and Ann Arbor area. The event will include feature-length dramas, comedies and documentaries from the world's best festivals, including Sundance, Cannes, Venice, Toronto an SXSW and Tribecca.
Spanning 10 days, the Cinetopia Film Festival brings more than 60 films to the Detroit, Dearborn and Ann Arbor area. The event will include feature-length dramas, comedies and documentaries from the world's best festivals, including Sundance, Cannes, Venice, Toronto an SXSW and Tribecca.
Music festival in Ypsilanti features more than 70 local bands including Tonia music.
The annual music event in Ypsilanti called "Totally Awesome Fest" features performances of more than 70 bands. Tonia Music is one of the singer/songwriters performing and they she stopped by The Nine for a taste of what you'll hear.
The annual music event in Ypsilanti called "Totally Awesome Fest" features performances of more than 70 bands. Tonia Music is one of the singer/songwriters performing and they she stopped by The Nine for a taste of what you'll hear.
New York Pizza Depot celebrating 20 years in Ann Arbor
Domenico Telemaco joins us in the FOX 2 Cooking School.
Domenico Telemaco joins us in the FOX 2 Cooking School.
President Trump set to challenge fuel standards Wednesday
This is the president's first visit to Michigan since taking office
This is the president's first visit to Michigan since taking office
Ann Arbor startup FarmLogs helping farmers across the country
FarmLogs founder Jesse Vollmar joins us on The Nine.
FarmLogs founder Jesse Vollmar joins us on The Nine.