Harper Woods music students are given new instruments from nonprofit

It's all courtesy of a non-profit called "Music Will" that brings music education and instruments to students all over the country.

Fate of historic Belle Isle Boathouse to be decided in early 2024

The public is also asked to give input on the project, which currently has two proposals: a $43 million preservation of the historic property, or demolition.

Teen rolls stolen Challenger on I-696 while fleeing police

A Detroit teen in a stolen Dodge Challenger rolled the car on I-696 after fleeing police Tuesday night, police said.

Stray dog undergoes amazing transformation after 11 pounds of matted fur shaved off him

Workers at Friends For Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) in Dearborn shaved about 11 pounds of fur off a severely matted stray dog that arrived at the shelter. Now, the dog named Reggae is receiving care before he is available for adoption.

Warren man with history of blowing up home found with explosives, weapons again

After previously being charged for causing an explosion that resulted in the loss of his hand in 2022, a Warren man is facing another round of felony charges for possessing explosives and weapons again.

Family flees Detroit home after multiple drive-by shootings, seeks donations for new apartment

Adrian Tart said his family has endured four separate shootings within the past two weeks alone. They are currently seeking refuge at a nearby hotel, but can only afford one more night.

Detroit family of 5 loses heat for failing to schedule 3-year indoor gas meter inspection with DTE

DTE said they reach out to customers due for a three-year check with letters, emails, phone calls, and personal visits before shutting off services. However, a Detroit mother of four said she did not receive any warnings from the utility company.

Nursing and rehab workers picket over low wages, long hours in Detroit

Although staffing levels, and hours are issues with a new contract - it’s the low wages, some starting at about $11 an hour- that’s the real problem.

Detroit's HOPE program helps thousands stay in their home

The city of Detroit is making big steps to help homeowners who are facing financial challenges. The program is HOPE -- Homeowners Property Exemption -- and has already helped thousands of Detroiters avoid foreclosures.

Detroit man arraigned for threats to 'assassinate Arabs' in irate call to his attorney

He was unhappy about the case in which he pleaded guilty regarding an incident at a Southfield gas station. He had placed multiple calls to the attorney upset about his representation, escalating into the threat.

2 Detroit Reparations Task Force members resign

“You know after Rev. JoAnn Watson passed, things just started to fall apart,” Waters said. “And I haven’t personally monitored it. My staff has been going to the various meetings."

Teen hospitalized after being shot on Detroit's west side

"I ended up seeing a post later on Instagram that said a 16-year-old got shot," said one neighbor. "How do you go from an argument to getting shot in the face?"

Man, two juveniles charged in armed robbery, chase down Michigan Avenue

After the suspects robbed someone, they fled in a vehicle while the victim chased them. Gunfire was exchanged before the suspects crashed.