GM to pilot program using electric vehicles to power homes

Electric vehicles were previously used to warm homes during major power outages in Texas in 2021. The unorthodox solution may become standard in the coming years.

Detroit firefighter concerned for safety after airbags failed in recent rig crash

FOX 2 spoke with a concerned firefighter who asked that we not disclose his identity. He says that the crash has many firefighters across the city on edge.

Blighted ex-Fisher Body Plant to be redeveloped into new housing

“(They've) got a plan to bring 400 apartment units to a building that wasn’t going to be there, set aside 20 percent as affordable housing, and take a historically important building, and make it part of Detroit’s future," Duggan said.

DPD investigating motel murder, pregnant woman stabbed and 13-year-old shot in busy weekend

On Friday night a woman was murdered at the MNM Motel, off Eight Mile near Groesbeck on Detroit’s east side. Green Light surveillance video showed a masked man in all black, just before he walked into Room 114.

Metro Detroit steps up support for Ukraine as refugees continue fleeing war

Thousands of miles from conflict, those with ties to Ukraine are trying to make their impact felt for the refugees escaping the besieged country.

Detroit police seize several firearms during search warrants

Six handguns, two shotguns, and a rifle with ammunition were all recovered by special operations officers after reports of domestic abuse were made to police.

Pregnant woman stabbed in Detroit motel; in critical condition

Investigators believe this is a domestic-related crime. Police are searching for a suspect that they've identified.

Owners fed up after multiple break-ins at used car lot in Detroit

“I've been in business for 17 years, and we got hit 11 times. We just want to shut down because it gets to you, you know? We're just tired of it.”

Detroit activist's Bars Over Bars music program wants to stop youth violence over hip-hop

Activist and clergyman Maurice Hardwick - better known as Pastor Mo - is convinced music that overtly promotes senseless violence plays a crucial role in Detroit crime.

Toddler shot in mouth with BB gun on Detroit's east side

Detroit Police are investigating after a young child was shot in the mouth with a BB gun on the city's east side Friday afternoon.

Basement boutique inside Detroit women's shelter offers free 'Bountiful Blessings' to those in need

Michelle Robinson founded Bountiful Blessings after experiencing homelessness and addiction. She has been clean for 36 years and recently relocated her shop to the All Things Women Shelter.

6-car crash on Detroit's east side injures 4 senior citizens

"We were so shocked," he said. "We had a few customers inside, they all looked and we saw cars hitting cars, on top of cars and then a big U-Haul just came and kind of bum-rushed everyone."

Beloved animal trainer dies in house fire saving his dogs

More than just a dog lover and popular trainer, those who knew Gary Majors best, say he was just a kind-hearted man.

Shri Thanedar running for Michigan's 13th Congressional District in Detroit

After a campaign for Michigan governor and a term in the state House, Shri Thanedar is setting his sights on a new position within the state's political apparatus: Congress.

Rite Aid donating $900,000 to healthy food plans in Detroit

More than half the money will go toward exposing children about hands-on farming and increase knowledge about food systems. Another chunk of money will go toward healthy food programs.