A cut above the rest: Sam's Barber Shop celebrates 70 years in Downtown Detroit
"It was January 2, 1954 - and I've been here ever since," he said. "Seventy-five cents for a shave and $1.25 for a haircut - so you could get a haircut and a shave for $2."
"It was January 2, 1954 - and I've been here ever since," he said. "Seventy-five cents for a shave and $1.25 for a haircut - so you could get a haircut and a shave for $2."
Detroit announces big pay bump for bus drivers, max bonuses of $6,000 a year
More money will hopefully lead to more drivers. The city is aiming to hire 200 more drivers by the end of the year.
More money will hopefully lead to more drivers. The city is aiming to hire 200 more drivers by the end of the year.
Fire and Ice Festival, ghost tour, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Celebrate winter fun at Fire and Ice Festival, search for ghosts at Bump in the Night, and more this weekend. Here's what's going on:
Celebrate winter fun at Fire and Ice Festival, search for ghosts at Bump in the Night, and more this weekend. Here's what's going on:
Focus: Hope in need of volunteers as nonprofit combats food insecurity in metro Detroit
Some 42,000 boxes of food are delivered to seniors throughout Southeast Michigan every year thanks to the help of volunteers.
Some 42,000 boxes of food are delivered to seniors throughout Southeast Michigan every year thanks to the help of volunteers.
Gordie Howe bridge opening delayed a year
The cost of the project rose by several hundred million dollars due to the delayed opening, which the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority said was due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The cost of the project rose by several hundred million dollars due to the delayed opening, which the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority said was due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Driver accused of hitting, killing Detroit man while drunk
Authorities say a driver was drunk when he hit and killed a Detroit man on New Year's Day.
Authorities say a driver was drunk when he hit and killed a Detroit man on New Year's Day.
Experts say syphilis cases are on rise in Michigan with surge in Detroit
Another contributing factor? The drug shortage that’s confronting the US.
Another contributing factor? The drug shortage that’s confronting the US.
Officials tout Detroit's falling homicide rate, sees results on community front and hiring more officers
It wasn't just a falling homicide rate that officials touted in Detroit's review of crime. More money, more staff, better collaboration, and better preparation for events has also aided the city.
It wasn't just a falling homicide rate that officials touted in Detroit's review of crime. More money, more staff, better collaboration, and better preparation for events has also aided the city.
Samantha Woll evidence hearing will include 'lengthy exam' with 12 witnesses
The Wayne County Prosecutor plans to admit a large pool of evidence they say ties Michael Jackson-Bolanos, 28, to the fatal stabbing of Samantha Woll.
The Wayne County Prosecutor plans to admit a large pool of evidence they say ties Michael Jackson-Bolanos, 28, to the fatal stabbing of Samantha Woll.
Suspect wanted after pulling gun on employee while stealing from Detroit Family Dollar
Detroit police are searching for a suspect who brandished a gun at a Family Dollar employee who approached him as he was stealing.
Detroit police are searching for a suspect who brandished a gun at a Family Dollar employee who approached him as he was stealing.
Detroit crime stats: Police to highlight 2023 numbers, including fewest homicides since 1966
Last year, Detroit saw the fewest number of murders since 1966. Police and city leaders are set to expand on 2023 crime stats during a press conference Wednesday afternoon.
Last year, Detroit saw the fewest number of murders since 1966. Police and city leaders are set to expand on 2023 crime stats during a press conference Wednesday afternoon.
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy talks struggles, accomplishments in 1-on-1 interview
In an exclusive interview with Kym Worthy, the Wayne County Prosecutor of nearly 20 years delves into the pressure her office faces to resolve cases.
In an exclusive interview with Kym Worthy, the Wayne County Prosecutor of nearly 20 years delves into the pressure her office faces to resolve cases.
Detroit reports lowest homicide numbers in 57 years
The city recorded 252 homicides in 2023, according to data from Detroit police.
The city recorded 252 homicides in 2023, according to data from Detroit police.
Ecorse mayor denies vulgar statements about councilwoman at meeting
A week ago, on December 26, during a break of a council meeting, Mayor Lamar Tidwell was recorded saying “stupid a*** b***” near a microphone.
A week ago, on December 26, during a break of a council meeting, Mayor Lamar Tidwell was recorded saying “stupid a*** b***” near a microphone.
Wyandotte woman killed after domestic argument escalates to deadly shooting
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while her 23-year-old boyfriend suffered a cut on his leg. He was taken to the hospital before being transported to the police department.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while her 23-year-old boyfriend suffered a cut on his leg. He was taken to the hospital before being transported to the police department.
Underground Railroad destination in Canada shares intimate connection with its citizens
The citizens of Buxton celebrated their 100th anniversary recently. People from Detroit and Southfield and everywhere else arrived to partake.
The citizens of Buxton celebrated their 100th anniversary recently. People from Detroit and Southfield and everywhere else arrived to partake.
New Detroit parking rules include permits zones near LCA, Sunday enforcement
The new year is ushering in some new parking rules for those looking to park in parts of Midtown. That's not the only changes coming, however.
The new year is ushering in some new parking rules for those looking to park in parts of Midtown. That's not the only changes coming, however.
Woman stabbed, 2 others injured in Taylor bar fight on New Year's Eve
It took place at Rick's Half Time Bar on Ecorse Road in Taylor after a fight broke out between women on the floor at 10 p.m.
It took place at Rick's Half Time Bar on Ecorse Road in Taylor after a fight broke out between women on the floor at 10 p.m.
As 2024 takes flight, Metro Airport lines running smooth, efficient on busy travel day
Lines have been steadily moving at Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus Monday. Whenever there has been a lineup at the TSA checkpoint inside the Evans Terminal, it doesn't last long.
Lines have been steadily moving at Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus Monday. Whenever there has been a lineup at the TSA checkpoint inside the Evans Terminal, it doesn't last long.
Detroit family stranded without heat during holidays
"Me and my family, we just trying to seek help. We don’t have no hot water. No heat," the Detroit father said.
"Me and my family, we just trying to seek help. We don’t have no hot water. No heat," the Detroit father said.