Staffing shortages from omicron variant hitting SMART bus routes, schedules hard
"What we are experiencing right now in particular, is drivers either testing positive for or quarantining isolating per our SMART policy and so not available to drive," said Robert Cramer,"Without a driver driving the vehicle, it’s difficult to get that service out on the road."
"What we are experiencing right now in particular, is drivers either testing positive for or quarantining isolating per our SMART policy and so not available to drive," said Robert Cramer,"Without a driver driving the vehicle, it’s difficult to get that service out on the road."
Detroit expands COVID-19 booster shots for people age 12 and up
In addition to expanding access to the shot among younger groups, people are now advised to get their booster shot five months after completing the vaccine series, instead of six months.
In addition to expanding access to the shot among younger groups, people are now advised to get their booster shot five months after completing the vaccine series, instead of six months.
DoorDash driver rescues toddler wandering 8 Mile Road in Detroit
The toddler was wearing nothing but a diaper and socks when he was found. The driver wrapped him up in his coat and put him in the car to warm up until police arrived.
The toddler was wearing nothing but a diaper and socks when he was found. The driver wrapped him up in his coat and put him in the car to warm up until police arrived.
SMART bus routes delayed or cancelled due to COVID
SMART bus routes are being impacted by the increase in COVID cases and the spread of the omicron variant.
SMART bus routes are being impacted by the increase in COVID cases and the spread of the omicron variant.
Detroit police look for gunman who killed 15-year-old in store on 7 Mile
At 8:55 p.m. the teen was fatally shot in the 11000 block of E. Seven Mile Road near Outer Drive. Police are looking for the suspect who was accompanied by another male.
At 8:55 p.m. the teen was fatally shot in the 11000 block of E. Seven Mile Road near Outer Drive. Police are looking for the suspect who was accompanied by another male.
DPD: Mother says she was cleaning gun when her 4-year-old was shot; girl expected to recover
A 4-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot in the arm and leg, and her mother is in custody after changing her story about an attempted robbery - and admitting her gun went off while she was cleaning it.
A 4-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot in the arm and leg, and her mother is in custody after changing her story about an attempted robbery - and admitting her gun went off while she was cleaning it.
Detroit side streets are left glazed over with ice as city prioritizes main roads
Experts say to ease up on the gas, don’t slam the brakes. If you slide, drive into the skid, and be patient. it’s better to get to your destination late, than not at all.
Experts say to ease up on the gas, don’t slam the brakes. If you slide, drive into the skid, and be patient. it’s better to get to your destination late, than not at all.
Detroit Police say mom changes story, says she accidentally shot her child
Detroit police say the mom of a 4-year-old accidentally shot her child on the city's east side Friday afternoon.
Detroit police say the mom of a 4-year-old accidentally shot her child on the city's east side Friday afternoon.
Deputy fire chief says announcement DFD Commissioner Eric Jones was out, came by surprise
"It was a bit sudden but hey we all absorbed it. We all know what we need to do to keep this department running and that’s what we’re going to do," DFD Deputy Fire Chief Dave Fornell said.
"It was a bit sudden but hey we all absorbed it. We all know what we need to do to keep this department running and that’s what we’re going to do," DFD Deputy Fire Chief Dave Fornell said.
Second-generation owner of American Coney Island Chuck Keros dies at 88
"Dad was the definition of class, elegance, fun, and generous to a fault," said Grace Keros.
"Dad was the definition of class, elegance, fun, and generous to a fault," said Grace Keros.
Man shares journey from jail and mental illness battle to standout artist
Ken Jackson is an artist, a cartoonist, a muralist, a writer - he's also a schizophrenic and a convicted felon.
Ken Jackson is an artist, a cartoonist, a muralist, a writer - he's also a schizophrenic and a convicted felon.
Mayor Mike Duggan begins search to replace Detroit Fire Commissioner Eric Jones
Mayor Mike Duggan is beginning the search for a replacement for Detroit Fire Commissioner Eric Jones.
Mayor Mike Duggan is beginning the search for a replacement for Detroit Fire Commissioner Eric Jones.
Detroit City FC announces first games as members of USL Championship
DCFC will play its first game as part of the USL Championship away before returning home to Keyworth Stadium on March 19.
DCFC will play its first game as part of the USL Championship away before returning home to Keyworth Stadium on March 19.
Four men charged in murder of Wayne County Sheriff Deputy Devante Jones
Four Detroit men have been charged with the murder of a Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy in September of 2021.
Four Detroit men have been charged with the murder of a Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy in September of 2021.
WB I-94 closing from Conner to I-75 this weekend in Detroit
Westbound I-94 will be shut completely this weekend from Conner to I-75 in Detroit.
Westbound I-94 will be shut completely this weekend from Conner to I-75 in Detroit.
US attorney wants 3 year sentence for ex-Detroit councilman Andre Spivey after bribery guilty plea
In a sentencing memorandum filed Wednesday, US Attorney Dawn Ison said: “Instead of doing the job he was elected to do, Spivey made satisfying his own greed and sacrificing the best interests of the people of Detroit, his job."
In a sentencing memorandum filed Wednesday, US Attorney Dawn Ison said: “Instead of doing the job he was elected to do, Spivey made satisfying his own greed and sacrificing the best interests of the people of Detroit, his job."
Detroit police say man murdered after leaving funeral was targeted; investigators seek witnesses
Detroit police are looking for a shooter who killed a man shortly after he left a funeral on the west side.
Detroit police are looking for a shooter who killed a man shortly after he left a funeral on the west side.
Amazon delivery driver carjacked in Detroit; about 110 packages stolen
Detroit police are looking for a thief who carjacked an Amazon delivery driver.
Detroit police are looking for a thief who carjacked an Amazon delivery driver.
2 suspects arrested after driver crashes through Coney island on Detroit's east side, hitting customers
Police said two people are in custody after a driver drove through a Detroit Coney island while customers were inside the restaurant. After the crash, a passenger fled.
Police said two people are in custody after a driver drove through a Detroit Coney island while customers were inside the restaurant. After the crash, a passenger fled.
Chevrolet jumps into EV pickup race with new electric Silverado
General Motors is unveiling its 2023 Chevrolet Silverado EV on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022.
General Motors is unveiling its 2023 Chevrolet Silverado EV on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022.