Family of Kilpatrick says former mayor to be released over health concerns
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A late-night tweet from the ex-mayor's sister says Kwame Kilpatrick was suffering health challenges and was expected to receive a grant for a COVID-19 compassionate release this week.

Suspect turns self in after killing woman in hit and run

One woman is dead and another is in custody after a hit and run that happened Sunday morning around 3:20 in the area of Gratiot Avenue and Fordham Street. 

Barricaded gunman shot and killed by Detroit Police Officer ‘He was exhibiting violent behavior’ Chief said

During a Saturday press conference, Detroit Police Chief, James Craig, confirmed that a 42-year-old man is dead after being shot by an officer during a hostage situation on the city's east side. 

USPS ordered to speed up ballot delivery in Detroit, AG Dana Nessel supports order

Ballots in Detroit may now be delivered faster, after a U.S. district court judge released a detailed order to the United States Postal Service on Saturday. 

Wayne County judge halts Michigan State Fairground sale in Detroit

A Wayne County Circuit Court Judge has halted an approved sale between the city of Detroit and developers planning to construct an Amazon distribution center.

9-year-old girl dead in accidental shooting after being left home alone

The incident happened in the area of Puritan and Kentucky. The circumstances are unclear and no suspect description or information has been released at this time. 

Joe Biden, Barack Obama to hold Detroit event on Belle Isle with Stevie Wonder

Motown legend Stevie Wonder performing at the drive-in even with people in designated spots to watch the event, encouraged to not leave their cars.

Detroit mother pleads for answers after 7-year-old girl dies in drive-by shooting

Detroit police are asking for information from the public after a 7-year-old girl died after being shot in a drive-by shooting on the city's east side Wednesday evening.

Tuskegee Airman Preston Jowers who died at 105 was American hero, a witness to history

Sgt. Jowers served in the US Army Air Forces during World War II as an airplane mechanic, keeping the famed Tuskegee Airmen - the first Black military pilots - in the sky as they helped defeat Nazi Germany.

Neighbor steps in to help 7-year-old girl critically hurt in drive-by shooting

Detroit police are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened Wednesday, Oct. 28 in the 3900 block of Bedford in which a little girl was critically injured.

Halloween costumes needed for children of Freedom House

Freedom House helps people who have survived unimaginable conditions for another chance in the U.S., including children, and want to throw a Halloween party for the kids. But they need a little help.

Detroit City Clerk breaks down questions ahead of election day
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With only days left before the election, ballot security, poll workers and postal service timing remain at the forefront of priorities for Detroit election officials.