Detroit fire officials warn about alternative heating sources including stoves, space heaters
"A lot of those have deadly effects," he said. "Last year in city of Detroit we had 73 fires that were caused by alternative heating."
"A lot of those have deadly effects," he said. "Last year in city of Detroit we had 73 fires that were caused by alternative heating."
Will school be canceled on Thursday? Check the Snow Day Calculator
Will Wednesday night's snow storm cause a snow day on Thursday? Here's how to check your school district.
Will Wednesday night's snow storm cause a snow day on Thursday? Here's how to check your school district.
Detroit winter storm timeline: 4 to 7 inches of snow starting on Wednesday
A snowstorm will drop several inches of snow on Metro Detroit on Wednesday, with the snow ramping up starting just before rush hour.
A snowstorm will drop several inches of snow on Metro Detroit on Wednesday, with the snow ramping up starting just before rush hour.
Video: Trenton police rescue dog from icy water at Elizabeth Park
Newly released police video show a daring dog rescue in Trenton after it fell through the ice and was trapped.
Newly released police video show a daring dog rescue in Trenton after it fell through the ice and was trapped.
Detroit mayor wants review of homeless outreach strategy after kids freeze to death
Officials are reeling after the discovery in a van parked at a casino in Detroit where two kids were found dead early Monday morning. According to police, both kids froze to death due to frigid winter temperatures.
Officials are reeling after the discovery in a van parked at a casino in Detroit where two kids were found dead early Monday morning. According to police, both kids froze to death due to frigid winter temperatures.
Detroit warming centers: Resources available after children freeze to death in casino parking garage
As a family grapples with the loss of two children who froze to death in a Detroit parking garage, the city is reminding people that resources are available for those in need.
As a family grapples with the loss of two children who froze to death in a Detroit parking garage, the city is reminding people that resources are available for those in need.
Greektown death: 2 children found dead in a parked van near Hollywood Casino
Investigators are shaken by the unimaginable tragedy that one phone call could have prevented. Two children were frozen to death inside a van parked at Hollywood Casino at Greektown.
Investigators are shaken by the unimaginable tragedy that one phone call could have prevented. Two children were frozen to death inside a van parked at Hollywood Casino at Greektown.
Detroit Police seek suspect in alleged sexual assault on Greenfield
Detroit police are on the hunt for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman on the streets of Detroit early Saturday morning.
Detroit police are on the hunt for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman on the streets of Detroit early Saturday morning.
Detroit mother faces gun charges after alleged incident at Brewer Academy
Officials say a mother-pistol whipped a 15 and 16-year-old, then fired a gun in front of a school in Detroit. The mother says she was attacked, but is now facing gun charges which could land her in prison.
Officials say a mother-pistol whipped a 15 and 16-year-old, then fired a gun in front of a school in Detroit. The mother says she was attacked, but is now facing gun charges which could land her in prison.
Detroit pitbull recovering after owner admits to stabbing on Facebook Live
A dog is recovering in a shelter after being stabbed multiple times by its owner. The pitbull, pictured above, was fighting for her life after her owner went on Facebook Live admitting to stabbing the dog because she went after their cat.
A dog is recovering in a shelter after being stabbed multiple times by its owner. The pitbull, pictured above, was fighting for her life after her owner went on Facebook Live admitting to stabbing the dog because she went after their cat.
Two kids found dead in van at Hollywood Casino at Greektown, Detroit police believe children froze to death
Detroit police said two kids were believed to have frozen death as they were living inside a van at Greektown Casino.
Detroit police said two kids were believed to have frozen death as they were living inside a van at Greektown Casino.
Detroit snow forecast: Early model shows significant snow in Southeast Michigan
An early model is showing that we could see up to a foot of snow in parts of Southeast Michigan Wednesday into Thursday.
An early model is showing that we could see up to a foot of snow in parts of Southeast Michigan Wednesday into Thursday.
Duggan selects Todd Bettison as next Detroit police chief; choice heads to city council
Mayor Mike Duggan selected current interim police chief Todd Bettison as his pick for the next chief of the Detroit Police Department.
Mayor Mike Duggan selected current interim police chief Todd Bettison as his pick for the next chief of the Detroit Police Department.
New Detroit police chief: Mayor Mike Duggan selects Todd Bettison
Mayor Mike Duggan has selected Todd Bettison to be the next chief of the Detroit Police Department.
Mayor Mike Duggan has selected Todd Bettison to be the next chief of the Detroit Police Department.
Southwest Detroit antique shop catches fire again; cause under investigation
For the second time in a year and a half, crews battled a fire at a Southwest Detroit antique shop.
For the second time in a year and a half, crews battled a fire at a Southwest Detroit antique shop.
Teen killed in Dearborn Heights street racing crash, police urge parental caution
It was a horrific lesson for young drivers on Thursday when a 16-year-old boy lost his life in a high-speed car crash in Dearborn Heights.
It was a horrific lesson for young drivers on Thursday when a 16-year-old boy lost his life in a high-speed car crash in Dearborn Heights.
Michigan state lawmaker faces backlash over sterilization decision
A Michigan lawmaker's personal admission is sparking controversy and death threats on her life.
A Michigan lawmaker's personal admission is sparking controversy and death threats on her life.
Pet microchip alert: Metro Detroit vets say to re-register chips after business closure
Microchips are a safety net for people who worry about their pet running off and getting lost. But after a microchip company closed its doors, many vets say it is time to possibly re-register your pet's chip.
Microchips are a safety net for people who worry about their pet running off and getting lost. But after a microchip company closed its doors, many vets say it is time to possibly re-register your pet's chip.
Pistons Public Affairs VP talks about community impact in his native Detroit
Stefen J. Welch is helping to build the future of affordable housing and health care in a city he loves.
Stefen J. Welch is helping to build the future of affordable housing and health care in a city he loves.
Detroit mom credits fire department after life-saving CPR in 2024
Celest Cole died on Feb. 7, exactly one year ago today, after suffering cardiac arrest. But firefighter's quick thinking helped revive her. On Friday, she shared her story.
Celest Cole died on Feb. 7, exactly one year ago today, after suffering cardiac arrest. But firefighter's quick thinking helped revive her. On Friday, she shared her story.



















