Farmington Hills man among 3 caught trying to meet child for sex, Michigan sheriff says

Three men, including one from Metro Detroit, were recently busted in an undercover sting targeting child predators, according to the Ingham County Sheriff's Office.

Woman shot by Detroit police after driving toward officers
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A woman is listed as stable at a hospital after she was shot by Detroit police on Sunday. Authorities say the woman drove at officers following a chase.

Hurricane Melissa slams toward Jamaica as powerful Category 5 storm

Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.

Eloise Asylum Haunt brings the scares for Halloween
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WELCOME TO ELOISE ASYLUM. WAY BACK IN 1839…THIS STRUCTURE WAS BUILT AS A PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL BUT TODAY THE BUILDING SERVES AS THE ELOISE ASYLUM HAUNT. IF YOU DARE COME INSIDE YOU WILL FIND A HAUNTING TERRORIZING EXPERIENCE WITH EVERY TURN YOU TAKE. AND ALTHOUGH THIS IS THE MAIN ATTRACTION FOR HALLOWEEN THERE ARE MANY OTHER ATTRACTIONS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. WHEN THIS BUILDING WAS USED AS A PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL… THOUSANDS STAYED HERE FOR MONTHS AT A TIME AND SOME SAY THEIR SPIRIT LIVES ON. IN FACT… YOU CAN EXPLORE THE BUILDING WITH A TRAINED PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT THE ELOISE ASYLUM EXPERIENCE HAS TO OFFER THIS HALLOWEEN AND THROUGHOUT THE YEAR GO TO FOX2DETROIT.COM.

Nick Mangold, Jets legend and former Ohio State standout, dies at 41

Nick Mangold, the stalwart center who anchored the Jets’ offensive line for over a decade and became one of the most respected players in franchise history, has passed away at the age of 41.

THE INTERVIEW| Fed to Take Cautious Approach as Gov. Shutdown Threatens Economic Clarity
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Hilary Golston spoke with Oakland University economics expert Dr. Michael Greiner, who says the Federal Reserve is likely to proceed carefully amid the government shutdown. Greiner explained that while the Fed remains operational, missing data from key agencies like the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Bureau of Labor Statistics could cloud the economic picture. He says policymakers are watching inflation and growth closely but are unlikely to make bold moves until the numbers are clear.

FULL INTERVIEW| DPD Chief Bettison EXCLUSIVE: Drones, “Murder Music,” and Violence Prevention
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In an exclusive interview with Fox 2's Hilary Golston, Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison confirmed plans to launch “first responder drones” within eight months a first for Michigan’s largest department. Bettison says the technology will enhance safety by assessing scenes before officers arrive while maintaining privacy rights. The chief also discussed the city’s new $10.5 million commitment to violence intervention, his view that “murder music” influences as much as 80 percent of youth violence, and why he believes Detroit doesn’t need the National Guard. From facial recognition to Green Light cameras, Bettison says transparency is key and admits, “yes we do now” live in a surveillance state.

Woman shot after fleeing police; Southgate senior apartments on fire again; Pistons home opener & more
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A woman was shot after endangering police, running from traffic stop. The American House senior apartment complex reignited following Friday night's fire and more on the October 26, FOX 2 News at 6 p.m.

Woman shot after threatening Detroit officer
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A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.

FASTLANE: GM to cut Car Play, slashes white collar jobs; Tariffs on the rise for Canada imports
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Dave Spencer covers the top automotive news from the past week in the FOX 2 Fastlane, including GM cutting Car Play in favor of its own infotainment systems in gas-powered vehicles, GM slashing white collar jobs in Michigan, and the rise of tariffs on Canadian imports.

Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison gives update on officer involved shooting
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A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.

Chief Bettison addresses cold cases and closure rates
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FOX 2’s Hilary Golston sat down with Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison to discuss crime being down.

Massive fire in Southgate; 83-year-old stabbed to death in Royal Oak; Wilson park opens in Detroit
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Everyone was rescued from the American House in Southgate as a large fire ripped through the building. An 83-year-old man was stabbed to death in Royal Oak, the Ralph Wilson Park officially re-opened in Detroit and more.

Cat dies, firefighter, civilian injured in massive Southgate fire
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All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night. The Southgate American House suffered a 3-alarm fire tonight with multiple fire departments responding on Allen Road.

Royal Oak police: 83-year-old man fatally stabbed, woman arrested

Royal Oak police are investigating a fatal stabbing that left an 83-year-old man dead Friday night. Officers responding to calls for help found a 35-year-old woman with blood on her hands outside a home on Sheridan Drive.

Watch: SkyFOX over aftermath of Southgate American House fire
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All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night.