Midnight basketball league returns to Detroit
The league has 18 teams, but will also have pickup games across the summer. A total of 18 teams have been assembled to play in the league's return season. It has been nearly two decades since the league last played.
The league has 18 teams, but will also have pickup games across the summer. A total of 18 teams have been assembled to play in the league's return season. It has been nearly two decades since the league last played.
Southgate police handling barricaded gunman, warn residents to take shelter
Southgate police are warning residents in the area of Flanders and Mercier to take cover, as they handle a barricaded gunman near the intersection.
Southgate police are warning residents in the area of Flanders and Mercier to take cover, as they handle a barricaded gunman near the intersection.
Fox 2 wins big at 48th annual Michigan Emmy Awards
Winners included Lori Pison, James McCardell, Hilary Golston, Rob Wolchek, and Huel Perkins for a lifetime achievement honor.
Winners included Lori Pison, James McCardell, Hilary Golston, Rob Wolchek, and Huel Perkins for a lifetime achievement honor.
Lori Pinson talks about the Michigan Emmy's, her big win and more
Lori Pinson and James McCardell won an Emmy for a story on a dog rescue group "The Karens." She talks with Jamie Sherrod about the experience, presenting awards to others, and about the other FOX 2 winners and nominees. In all WJBK had 14 nominations. Retired investigative reporter Rob Wolchek and Jeremy Smith also won an Emmy for the Hall of Shame. Hilary Golston won for best anchor.
Lori Pinson and James McCardell won an Emmy for a story on a dog rescue group "The Karens." She talks with Jamie Sherrod about the experience, presenting awards to others, and about the other FOX 2 winners and nominees. In all WJBK had 14 nominations. Retired investigative reporter Rob Wolchek and Jeremy Smith also won an Emmy for the Hall of Shame. Hilary Golston won for best anchor.
Group forms flotilla to protest possible closure of Detroit's canals
A group of people gathered Saturday to protest a plan that would close off Detroit's canals to boaters and kayakers in order to help with flooding issues. The group wants the city to find different ways to help alleviate the flooding.
A group of people gathered Saturday to protest a plan that would close off Detroit's canals to boaters and kayakers in order to help with flooding issues. The group wants the city to find different ways to help alleviate the flooding.
16-year-old girl dies in Macomb county crash
A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead following a crash at about 1:45 a.m. this morning in Macomb Township. Police said the crash happened on Fairchild Road, north of 22 Mile Road when a disabled Chevy Malibu was struck on the northbound side of the road by a Lincoln MKX. The driver and two of the passengers in the Malibu were able to get out, but the 16-year-old was stuck in the rear of the car as it burst into flames, according to police. The names and ages of the others involved were not released. Police said the drivers of both vehicles, along with one of the passengers in the Malibu and the passenger in the MKX were taken to an area hospital.
A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead following a crash at about 1:45 a.m. this morning in Macomb Township. Police said the crash happened on Fairchild Road, north of 22 Mile Road when a disabled Chevy Malibu was struck on the northbound side of the road by a Lincoln MKX. The driver and two of the passengers in the Malibu were able to get out, but the 16-year-old was stuck in the rear of the car as it burst into flames, according to police. The names and ages of the others involved were not released. Police said the drivers of both vehicles, along with one of the passengers in the Malibu and the passenger in the MKX were taken to an area hospital.
Fundraiser held for slain Livonia family.
Friends at family of the Pierce family gathered at Mulligan's Pub and Grub in Farmington Hills to raise money for funeral and other expenses for the family. On June 9, at about 5:30 p.m., Livonia police officers were dispatched to a residence in the 19300 block of Rensellor Street for a reported shooting. Upon their arrival, officers located Tanner Pierce and his girlfriend Naveah Finch inside a bedroom of the home, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Holly Kimball and Sterling Pierce were found on the backyard patio of the home, also suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. A dog inside the residence was additionally located with a gunshot wound to its front right leg.
Friends at family of the Pierce family gathered at Mulligan's Pub and Grub in Farmington Hills to raise money for funeral and other expenses for the family. On June 9, at about 5:30 p.m., Livonia police officers were dispatched to a residence in the 19300 block of Rensellor Street for a reported shooting. Upon their arrival, officers located Tanner Pierce and his girlfriend Naveah Finch inside a bedroom of the home, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Holly Kimball and Sterling Pierce were found on the backyard patio of the home, also suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. A dog inside the residence was additionally located with a gunshot wound to its front right leg.
Rags Remembered holds 4th annual fundraiser with former Lions center Frank Ragnow
Founded in 2022, Frank Ragnow’s Rags Remembered Foundation was inspired by Frank’s drive to honor and remember his late father, Jon Ragnow (“Rags”), who passed away unexpectedly in 2016. When Rags passed away, it left Frank and their tight-knit family grief-stricken. Frank’s greatest connection and memories with his father were of their time together outdoors. Frank and his father shared love for fishing and often bonded through their many outdoor activities. Frank’s father fostered his love for the outdoors, and he wants to inspire children and their families to bond and create memories by getting outside and enjoying activities together.
Founded in 2022, Frank Ragnow’s Rags Remembered Foundation was inspired by Frank’s drive to honor and remember his late father, Jon Ragnow (“Rags”), who passed away unexpectedly in 2016. When Rags passed away, it left Frank and their tight-knit family grief-stricken. Frank’s greatest connection and memories with his father were of their time together outdoors. Frank and his father shared love for fishing and often bonded through their many outdoor activities. Frank’s father fostered his love for the outdoors, and he wants to inspire children and their families to bond and create memories by getting outside and enjoying activities together.
Friends and family gather to support Livonia shooting victims
Friends and family members are gathering at Mulligan's Pub and Grill to remember four people who were killed this week in Livonia. Money is being raised to help pay for the funerals.
Friends and family members are gathering at Mulligan's Pub and Grill to remember four people who were killed this week in Livonia. Money is being raised to help pay for the funerals.
President Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center - but it's hard to see that
President Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center, a top official for the art venue confirmed, but onlookers who wanted to see the change were having a hard time doing so.
President Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center, a top official for the art venue confirmed, but onlookers who wanted to see the change were having a hard time doing so.
Book Chat with Micah
Sydnee and fellow book lover, Micah chat about their favorite reads and what sparked their love for reading.
Sydnee and fellow book lover, Micah chat about their favorite reads and what sparked their love for reading.
Book Chat With Siarra
Sydnee chats with fellow book enthusiasts, Siarra about her love for books and what's on her shelf.
Sydnee chats with fellow book enthusiasts, Siarra about her love for books and what's on her shelf.
All Things Books & Summer Reading Challenges
Sydnee chats all things books with local librarians, authors and fellow book lovers.
Sydnee chats all things books with local librarians, authors and fellow book lovers.
Book Lover Chat with Renee
Sydnee and fellow book lover, Renee chat about their favorite thriller genres that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Sydnee and fellow book lover, Renee chat about their favorite thriller genres that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Author Chat with Clarence A. Haynes
Clarence A. Haynes is a native New Yorker and author of the urban fantasy/glam horror novel 'The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery' and 'The Broken Hears Agency.'
Clarence A. Haynes is a native New Yorker and author of the urban fantasy/glam horror novel 'The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery' and 'The Broken Hears Agency.'
Author Chat with Jess Hilarious
Sydnee sits down with comedian and on-air personality, Jess Hilarious. Jess highlights her new book "Til' Death Do We Parent' which focuses on her marriage, and co-parenting with her son's father.
Sydnee sits down with comedian and on-air personality, Jess Hilarious. Jess highlights her new book "Til' Death Do We Parent' which focuses on her marriage, and co-parenting with her son's father.
Author Chat with Shayler Barnes, Jr.
Sydnee chats with Detroit native, Shayler Richmond Barnes, Jr. Shayler is an author, culture strategist, and recent law school graduate promoting his book "Black Boys Fly."
Sydnee chats with Detroit native, Shayler Richmond Barnes, Jr. Shayler is an author, culture strategist, and recent law school graduate promoting his book "Black Boys Fly."
Royal Oak Library Summer Fun
Sydnee and local librarian, Sandy talked about all the upcoming events taking place at the Royal Oak Library all summer long.
Sydnee and local librarian, Sandy talked about all the upcoming events taking place at the Royal Oak Library all summer long.
Southfield Library Summer Reading Kick-Off
Sydnee sat down with local librarian, Shari. Southfield Library is gearing up to kick-off their Summer Reading Challenge for all age groups.
Sydnee sat down with local librarian, Shari. Southfield Library is gearing up to kick-off their Summer Reading Challenge for all age groups.
16-year-old killed in fiery Macomb County crash
A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead following a crash at about 1:45 a.m. this morning in Macomb Township.
A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead following a crash at about 1:45 a.m. this morning in Macomb Township.