What is the true meaning of Memorial Day? More than 1.3 million Americans have died in war
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Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring and mourning military personnel who died while serving in the Armed Forces. Observed annually on the last Monday of May, it is a day of remembrance that traces its roots back to the aftermath of the Civil War.

Multiple donation bins vandalized in Detroit

Veterans & America First Foundation says that two boxes they had placed at 6060 Vernor in Detroit were vandalized overnight Friday into Saturday morning, but they said this isn't an isolated incident, it has happened to their bins before.

I-696 closed after semi-truck crash

A semi-truck lost control on eastbound I-696 near 11 Mile Rd in Warren, striking the median wall and becoming disabled just before 2 p.m. Saturday.

Man in critical condition following crash on Joy Road

A man was driving on Joy Road near Westwood when he allegedly ran a red light and collided with another driver's car.

Man stable after being shot during car jacking in Detroit

The victim got out of his gray Chevy Equinox and was shot. The unknown suspect then fled in the victim's SUV.

All Things Book with Krystal
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Sydnee had a chance to chat with popular Book Influencer, Krystal Lang. One of Krystal's favorite genre's is Fantasy, and she shares some of her top picks.

Top Fantasy Reads with Alesa
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Sydnee and Book Influencer, Alesa share their thoughts on some popular Fantasy reads making their rounds on social media. 

Book Lover Chat with Allana
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Sydnee and book influencer, Allana shared their top three favorite reads.

Bestselling Author Ruta Sepetys
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Sydnee chats with Lithuanian-American writer, Ruta Sepetys. Ruta writes historical fiction and is a #1 New York Times and international bestseller, winner of the Carnegie Medal, and has been honored by The American Academy of Arts and Letters. 

Authors, Book Shops & More
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Sydnee chat with Michigan based authors, book shop owners & fellow book lovers from all across the country.

27th Letter Books
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Sydnee and Andrew Pineda with 27th Letter Books shared the importance of utilizing independently owned book stores. 27th Letter Books is located in the heart of Detroit on Michigan Ave.

Book Chat with Author DK Marie
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Local author DK Marie shares her newest addition to the 'Blackstone Billionaires" series. DK award-winning romance author and Gold Winner of the Wishing Shelf Book Awards, with eleven published works - ten swoon-worthy romance novels and one poetry collection.

Chat with author Allison DeRosia
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Sydnee and Michigan based author, Allison DeRosia chat about her latest release in the 'Green Ranch' series. Allison, who's also a teacher, shares how she takes time for herself by immersing in reading and writing.

Detroit police increase patrols amid rise in violence during teen takeover trend

Downtown Detroit has been dealing with a series of teen takeovers in recent weeks, and concerns escalated after a 14-year-old was shot last weekend. Police say the teen is expected to make a full recovery, but with a busy holiday weekend and Movement Festival underway, many are wondering whether things will remain peaceful.

Man found living inside van with 36 dogs in Lansing
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Thirty-six dogs were living in a rundown minivan along with their owner. He had been moving from parking lot to parking lot around the Lansing area after recently coming from Florida.  On Thursday, investigators and the Capital Area Humane Society stepped in while he was allegedly trying to sell puppies. 

36 dogs in Lansing found living in a van with their owner

Dozens of dogs were found living in a van with their owner. From puppies to pregnant dogs, they were all packed inside. Meanwhile, a rescue group stepped in just in time, but there’s still more work to do.

Oakland County dive team ready ahead of Memorial Day weekend
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First Responders are preparing for what could be a busier than usual holiday weekend on the water. And we’re getting a rare look as the high level technology Oakland County dive teams use to save lives.

Police increasing patrols to prevent teen takeovers over the weekend
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Detroit police increased patrols Friday night around Cadillac Square and Campus Martius in an effort to prevent more large gatherings from getting out of control.