Detroit's basement protection program aims to help 2,000 homes in 11 neighborhoods

Basement backups are a persistent problem in Detroit, which lead to property damage and health issues. The program fully pays for repairs to sewer lines and backwater valve installations in eligible homes.

Nonstop Detroit to DTW bus pilot program will launch in spring

A new program will take flyers directly to the airport from the city of Detroit. It will launch at the end of March and cost $15 a trip.

Family needs help burying 11-year-old shot while roller skating

"My baby had the greatest soul ever," said Latrelle Mines' mother. A GoFundMe campaign has been created to help with the 11-year-old's funeral expenses.

Free classes teach Detroit pet owners about care, behavior, more

Detroit pet owners can learn care tips and more at free classes hosted by the city's animal care and control. These classes include education for both new and experienced pet owners.

Michigan toddler rings bell after beating cancer

Kassidy Selman went through chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant before she was victorious over a rare form of pediatric cancer. She had a giant smile on her face when she rang the bell.

Metro Detroit school closings for Tuesday, Jan. 9

Metro Detroit schools may cancel classes on Tuesday, January 9 as the first major snow event of the season arrives. Click here for a full list of closures.

DDOT welcomes 30 new bus drivers, gets closer to city's goal

“DDOT continues to hire additional operators to reach its target of 600, including another graduating class of nearly 60 new drivers next month,” according to a city news release.

Crews rescue elderly woman from Detroit house fire

Crews arrived around 11:30 a.m. Friday morning, used a ladder to scale the home to the second-story floor, and broke the window. From there, they were able to retrieve the woman.

Highland Park fire chief criticizes Detroit firefighters for leaving burning apartment

Detroit fire crews were the first on the scene of a burning apartment in Highland Park, but they didn't stick around to finish extinguishing the blaze. Now, the Highland Park fire chief is questioning that choice.

'Focused deterrence' guides individuals out of violence, gives 2nd chances

The program puts "targeted offenders" in a room where they receive information about what would happen if they got out of a life of violence, available support, as well as the consequences they may face if they persist in their violent behavior.