Semaj J. Morgan Foundation hosts Annual Back to School Giveaway
Back-to-school season is here, and Detroit?s own University of Michigan wide receiver Semaj Morgan is making sure local kids start the year ready to succeed on Sunday, August 31st, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sound Mind Sound Body Community Engagement Center, the Semaj J. Morgan Foundation will host its annual Backpack Giveaway?providing free backpacks, school supplies, and a day of fun for youth across Metro Detroit, with a special focus on foster care and underserved families. It?s more than just school prep?it?s about building confidence, community, and opportunity. Bre Teamer chats with Semaj J. Morgan Sr. about the event.
Back-to-school season is here, and Detroit?s own University of Michigan wide receiver Semaj Morgan is making sure local kids start the year ready to succeed on Sunday, August 31st, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sound Mind Sound Body Community Engagement Center, the Semaj J. Morgan Foundation will host its annual Backpack Giveaway?providing free backpacks, school supplies, and a day of fun for youth across Metro Detroit, with a special focus on foster care and underserved families. It?s more than just school prep?it?s about building confidence, community, and opportunity. Bre Teamer chats with Semaj J. Morgan Sr. about the event.
South Lake Tahoe resident tests positive for plague
A South Lake Tahoe resident has tested for the plague, El Dorado County health officials announced on Wednesday.
A South Lake Tahoe resident has tested for the plague, El Dorado County health officials announced on Wednesday.
Firefighters cut open playground slide to rescue 40-year-old man stuck inside
An unidentified 40-year-old got himself stuck inside a tube slide at an elementary school playground in Vernon, Connecticut.
An unidentified 40-year-old got himself stuck inside a tube slide at an elementary school playground in Vernon, Connecticut.
10,000 new Michigan homes? Plan calls for $800M, changes to zoning code to bolster stock
With a need of 119,000 homes in Michigan, one nonprofit says funding and local zoning code changes could help reduce the massive shortage.
With a need of 119,000 homes in Michigan, one nonprofit says funding and local zoning code changes could help reduce the massive shortage.
Video: Woman tries to kick Southwest employee, punches computers in viral tirade
A woman was recently captured on video as she lashed out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff after she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight.
A woman was recently captured on video as she lashed out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff after she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight.
Police investigating I-275 freeway shooting that wounded 2
Two men told police they were traveling on I-275 in Romulus on Tuesday night when someone shot them.
Two men told police they were traveling on I-275 in Romulus on Tuesday night when someone shot them.
Kristi Noem says border wall to be painted black to deter people from climbing it
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
Michigan Home Heating Tax Credit: Apply now to receive assistance covering energy bills this winter
The deadline to apply for the Michigan Home Heating Tax Credit is Sept. 30.
The deadline to apply for the Michigan Home Heating Tax Credit is Sept. 30.
Semi-truck crash blocks I-94, I-96 ramp in Detroit
The ramp from westbound I-94 to eastbound I-96 in Detroit is blocked Wednesday morning due to a semi-truck crash.
The ramp from westbound I-94 to eastbound I-96 in Detroit is blocked Wednesday morning due to a semi-truck crash.
Ann Arbor police: 'Prowler' reports near University of Michigan
Police in Ann Arbor are looking for a peeping Tom, a man accused of targeting college-aged women and trying to peer into their bedrooms.
Police in Ann Arbor are looking for a peeping Tom, a man accused of targeting college-aged women and trying to peer into their bedrooms.
Series of 'prowler' reports near University of Michigan
Officials are issuing a warning, hoping to catch him before he strikes again. According to police, this has happened six to eight times within the past ten days. The suspect uses a bucket or trash can to gain access to a window where he can then spy on his victims, who are typically young women.
Officials are issuing a warning, hoping to catch him before he strikes again. According to police, this has happened six to eight times within the past ten days. The suspect uses a bucket or trash can to gain access to a window where he can then spy on his victims, who are typically young women.
Mike Duggan campaigns at Michigan Central
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talking unity during a campaign stop in Corktown for his independent bid to become governor. He was flanked by dozens of leaders of both parties from across the state during his event at Michigan Central Station and says he?s the best person to fix the broken political system in Lansing.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talking unity during a campaign stop in Corktown for his independent bid to become governor. He was flanked by dozens of leaders of both parties from across the state during his event at Michigan Central Station and says he?s the best person to fix the broken political system in Lansing.
Detroit Public Workers vote on new contract as some feel unsure of proposed deal
A big vote for Detroit DPW workers. They have been working without a contract for a year and a half, but they could have a two-year deal. But not all the workers are happy.
A big vote for Detroit DPW workers. They have been working without a contract for a year and a half, but they could have a two-year deal. But not all the workers are happy.
Theme park ride breakdowns have lawmakers ready to step in
An Ohio lawmaker introduced a bill requiring Cedar Point and Kings Island to provide real-time ride status updates after a string of breakdowns left passengers stranded.
An Ohio lawmaker introduced a bill requiring Cedar Point and Kings Island to provide real-time ride status updates after a string of breakdowns left passengers stranded.
New 'Women Preferences' let Uber riders, drivers select ahead of time
Detroit is one of just three cities in the entire country testing it. Uber says it’s about more control, more comfort and most of all, more safety.
Detroit is one of just three cities in the entire country testing it. Uber says it’s about more control, more comfort and most of all, more safety.
Uber launches Women Preference rideshare option in Detroit
Detroit is one of a few cities in the US to test out the new safety program with Uber where riders - and drivers can request women only.
Detroit is one of a few cities in the US to test out the new safety program with Uber where riders - and drivers can request women only.
7 recent hit-and-runs have the Oakland County Sheriff's Office sounding alarm
A spike in hit-and-runs in Oakland County include two that were fatal, have the sheriff's office asking drivers to have some decency, for pedestrians to be more aware and anyone who saw anything, to speak up.
A spike in hit-and-runs in Oakland County include two that were fatal, have the sheriff's office asking drivers to have some decency, for pedestrians to be more aware and anyone who saw anything, to speak up.
Witness to triple shooting that killed 1 at Detroit funeral thinks it was gang-related
"I saw the shots absolutely," said Barbara. "A car riding past, firing a gun at a crowd of people."
"I saw the shots absolutely," said Barbara. "A car riding past, firing a gun at a crowd of people."
Suspects from deadly shooting at funeral repass at Detroit park still at large
When the shooting stopped, a man in his 30s was dead and two women in their 20s were shot.
When the shooting stopped, a man in his 30s was dead and two women in their 20s were shot.
Petition drive proposes eliminating property taxes
A petition drive is now in the works, hoping to collect 600,000 signatures to give voters a chance to eliminate all property taxes in Michigan. Organizers hope the vote would happen in 2026.
A petition drive is now in the works, hoping to collect 600,000 signatures to give voters a chance to eliminate all property taxes in Michigan. Organizers hope the vote would happen in 2026.