Defense of man on trial for keeping woman as sex slave: 'Being kinky is not a crime'
Accused of kidnapping, torture and sexual assault, defendant Andrew Payne testified that it was all consensual.
Accused of kidnapping, torture and sexual assault, defendant Andrew Payne testified that it was all consensual.
Reported Detroit assault victim faces deportation
Veronica Ramirez-Verduzco, a 49-year-old mother of two adult sons, both born in the U.S., is about to be deported to Mexico. Christine Sauv? from the Michigan Immigrants Rights Center says they are not representing her case but are closely monitoring the situation.
Veronica Ramirez-Verduzco, a 49-year-old mother of two adult sons, both born in the U.S., is about to be deported to Mexico. Christine Sauv? from the Michigan Immigrants Rights Center says they are not representing her case but are closely monitoring the situation.
Faith leaders march to Detroit ICE center protesting rights of immigrants, migrants
Organizers called it a solemn walk. Drawing attention to the solemn times, they say, many who are undocumented are living in.
Organizers called it a solemn walk. Drawing attention to the solemn times, they say, many who are undocumented are living in.
Man fatally shot by 3 gunmen in all-black on Detroit's east side
He was approached by three males all wearing black who opened fire on him in the area of East Outer Drive and Van Dyke.
He was approached by three males all wearing black who opened fire on him in the area of East Outer Drive and Van Dyke.
Detroit native, former NFL star Luis Sharpe dies at 65
Sharpe was born in Havana, Cuba, but grew up in Detroit after arriving at 4 years old and became a highly touted standout at Southwestern High School.
Sharpe was born in Havana, Cuba, but grew up in Detroit after arriving at 4 years old and became a highly touted standout at Southwestern High School.
'Just ignore the other driver': Road rage leads to shooting on I-94 in Detroit
A road rage shooting on I-94 Sunday in Detroit closed the freeway for several hours.
A road rage shooting on I-94 Sunday in Detroit closed the freeway for several hours.
From Detroit to the Deep: Randy Thomas on All the Sharks
Jay Towers sits down with marine biologist Randy Thomas, one of the stars of Netflix?s All the Sharks, to talk about his journey from Highland Park, Michigan, to diving with tiger sharks in the Maldives. Randy shares how a childhood love of animals turned into a career that?s taken him across the globe?and deep into shark-filled waters. He breaks down how the competition works, what it?s really like underwater with massive predators, and why sharks are essential to the health of our oceans. Jay also dives into Randy?s personal mission project, The Adventures of 5K, which uses travel and education to inspire the next generation of explorers.
Jay Towers sits down with marine biologist Randy Thomas, one of the stars of Netflix?s All the Sharks, to talk about his journey from Highland Park, Michigan, to diving with tiger sharks in the Maldives. Randy shares how a childhood love of animals turned into a career that?s taken him across the globe?and deep into shark-filled waters. He breaks down how the competition works, what it?s really like underwater with massive predators, and why sharks are essential to the health of our oceans. Jay also dives into Randy?s personal mission project, The Adventures of 5K, which uses travel and education to inspire the next generation of explorers.
Domestic dispute leads to fatal shooting at Dearborn home, police say
A family member fatally shot another during a domestic disturbance at a Dearborn home Friday night, police said.
A family member fatally shot another during a domestic disturbance at a Dearborn home Friday night, police said.
Severe thunderstorms roll through parts of Metro Detroit
Severe weather rolled through sections of Southeast Michigan Saturday afternoon.
Severe weather rolled through sections of Southeast Michigan Saturday afternoon.
Detroit gas station customer denied free beverage, goes on rampage
Detroit police say on Thursday, July 10, a man entered a Mobil gas station located on 7 Mile at 2 a.m. and became angry after he was denied a free beverage.
Detroit police say on Thursday, July 10, a man entered a Mobil gas station located on 7 Mile at 2 a.m. and became angry after he was denied a free beverage.
Wyandotte emergency bridge repair calms nerves for residents from possible disaster
If you traveled in or out of Wyandotte tonight, you might have noticed a slowdown on the road.
If you traveled in or out of Wyandotte tonight, you might have noticed a slowdown on the road.
Emergency repairs on Wyandotte train bridge
Wyandotte city officials closed the westbound lanes of Eureka Road as crews performed emergency repairs on the Eureka Road Viaduct. Michael Balcom took pictures of the potential danger while out for a walk.
Wyandotte city officials closed the westbound lanes of Eureka Road as crews performed emergency repairs on the Eureka Road Viaduct. Michael Balcom took pictures of the potential danger while out for a walk.
Suspect in Detroit accused of throwing brick at business owner's vehicle
A suspect in Detroit was caught on camera getting destructive after being denied a free drink at a gas station.
A suspect in Detroit was caught on camera getting destructive after being denied a free drink at a gas station.
State department layoffs announced & answering your Medicaid questions
The State Department announces more than 1,300 people will be laid off as part of a reorganization plan by the Trump administration. Plus, Elder Law Attorney Pat Simasko answers viewer questions about cuts to Medicaid in the President's now-signed budget bill.
The State Department announces more than 1,300 people will be laid off as part of a reorganization plan by the Trump administration. Plus, Elder Law Attorney Pat Simasko answers viewer questions about cuts to Medicaid in the President's now-signed budget bill.
Man accused of holding woman hostage as sex slave: 'The role-play went a little far'
Prosecutors say it happened back in 2022 when Payne contacted the woman and told her about a possible job at his church – inviting her to meet with the pastor.
Prosecutors say it happened back in 2022 when Payne contacted the woman and told her about a possible job at his church – inviting her to meet with the pastor.
Livonia officer nearly hit on I-275, police remind drivers to follow 'Move Over' law
It was a close call for a Livonia police officer while clearing debris from the highway when a driver nearly hit him on the shoulder.
It was a close call for a Livonia police officer while clearing debris from the highway when a driver nearly hit him on the shoulder.
Close calls a reminder for importance of 'Move Over' law
A driver went through the left shoulder, nearly hitting the responding officer. Police immediately pulled the driver over and issued a citation.
A driver went through the left shoulder, nearly hitting the responding officer. Police immediately pulled the driver over and issued a citation.
Celebrating 25 years of Comerica Park
After the Detroit Tigers left Tiger Stadium in 1999, they began their now 25 year career at Comerica Park. The first game at Comerica Park was against the Seattle Mariners on April 11, 2000, winning a 5-2 victory.
After the Detroit Tigers left Tiger Stadium in 1999, they began their now 25 year career at Comerica Park. The first game at Comerica Park was against the Seattle Mariners on April 11, 2000, winning a 5-2 victory.
'Looked like a glock': Dearborn Heights Taco Bell jobseeker arrested for flashing BB gun
There was a total meltdown inside a Dearborn Heights Taco Bell when a teenager came in looking for a job application, but it ended with him in handcuffs.
There was a total meltdown inside a Dearborn Heights Taco Bell when a teenager came in looking for a job application, but it ended with him in handcuffs.
Job seeker at Taco Bell allegedly flashes BB gun, ending in arrest
An 18-year-old allegedly walked in already upset, claiming he had called about a job. When he didn't get the answers he was looking for from employees, he lifted his shirt to reveal what appeared to be a pistol.
An 18-year-old allegedly walked in already upset, claiming he had called about a job. When he didn't get the answers he was looking for from employees, he lifted his shirt to reveal what appeared to be a pistol.