'Real life Hunger Games': Attorney alleges Vista Maria abuse of at-risk girls

Jafaar said the most common allegations are that the vulnerable girls were forced to fight with one another for the amusement of guards, physically abused by guards and sexually assaulted.

Third Dearborn man charged in alleged terror plot targeting locations in Ferndale

The third defendant, identified as Ayob Nasser, 19, of Dearborn, is charged with the transfer of firearms and ammunition for the purpose of committing terrorism and conspiring to provide resources to a terrorist organization.

Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield talks winning high-stakes Detroit election
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Mary Sheffield will be Detroit's next mayor after romping to victory on election day Tuesday. She joined Jamie Sherrod and FOX 2 Detroit to talk about her plans for the city.

College student vanishes on Halloween just 'minutes' from home

The search is on in South Carolina for a 19-year-old college student who went missing "minutes from his house" on Halloween.

Roseville babysitter gets life in prison for killing toddler

A Roseville woman will spend the rest of her life in prison after murdering a child she was babysitting three years ago.

Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win

Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.

For one homeless vet, getting help meant swallowing his pride

“These are folks who’ve been fighters," said the VOA Michigan CEO. "They’ve been on the front line. They’re so strong, and that’s what they have pride in. So, to turn around and ask for help is really, really difficult."

Oklahoma pastor faces human trafficking, sexual battery charges

An Oklahoma City-area pastor is facing new charges after investigators say he exploited and trafficked members of his congregation.

'I don't have to feel shamed'; Veteran Alex Diaz Jr. on reaching out for help
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Alex Diaz Jr. says he went from home with two cars and golfing to living on the streets for three days. By the time he secured housing, he says he learned to swallow the pride that other veterans feel when asking for help.

Michigan workplace shooting under investigation
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A shooting at a manufacturing business is under investigation. A victim was shot several times at Trims Unlimited in Almont by a suspect who then fled and was shot by Lapeer County deputies.

Pet owners among those worried about shutdown
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The services offered by Michigan Humane are in high demand amid worry about the government shutdown.

Mike Duggan authorizes funds for food pantries
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The outgoing Detroit mayor has OK'd emergency funds to help food pantries amid concern that federal benefits will disappear for those who rely on subsidies to buy groceries.