Michigan ranks 44th in literacy: How the state could boost that number
Michigan ranks 44th in the nation in literacy. That’s what Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared in her last State of the State address. The few people FOX 2 spoke with on Thursday said they couldn’t believe it. But hope isn’t lost.
Michigan ranks 44th in the nation in literacy. That’s what Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared in her last State of the State address. The few people FOX 2 spoke with on Thursday said they couldn’t believe it. But hope isn’t lost.
The Governor's plan to boost student literacy
Wednesday, Governor Whitmer said in her State of the State address in Lansing that Michigan is 44th in the U.S. for fourth-grade reading proficiency, calling it "a serious problem."
Wednesday, Governor Whitmer said in her State of the State address in Lansing that Michigan is 44th in the U.S. for fourth-grade reading proficiency, calling it "a serious problem."
Royal Oak town hall on ICE instructs community members to form 'mutual aid' networks
“We've been doing these community conversations in town halls throughout my district," she said. "It's an opportunity for all community members, whether they live in my district or not, to come and talk about issues that feel relevant and important to our communities."
“We've been doing these community conversations in town halls throughout my district," she said. "It's an opportunity for all community members, whether they live in my district or not, to come and talk about issues that feel relevant and important to our communities."
Landfill police chase dashcam play-by-play
A chaotic scene played out Wednesday in Huron Township with a high-speed chase that led to a landfill. Rob Wolchek and David Komer break it down.
A chaotic scene played out Wednesday in Huron Township with a high-speed chase that led to a landfill. Rob Wolchek and David Komer break it down.
Lyft driver charged in crash that killed 2 people
Theopris Mays, 40, of Herndon, Va., is charged with two counts of second-degree murder, reckless driving causing death, and leaving the scene of an at-fault accident causing death for the crash that killed 60-year-old Andre Boynton and 57-year-old Carla Boynton.
Theopris Mays, 40, of Herndon, Va., is charged with two counts of second-degree murder, reckless driving causing death, and leaving the scene of an at-fault accident causing death for the crash that killed 60-year-old Andre Boynton and 57-year-old Carla Boynton.
Free GED tutoring for adults by Detroit nonprofit
A program in Detroit is helping people fill in the gaps in their education and get a job. The St. Vincent and Sarah Fischer Center nonprofit offers free GED tutoring for adults.
A program in Detroit is helping people fill in the gaps in their education and get a job. The St. Vincent and Sarah Fischer Center nonprofit offers free GED tutoring for adults.
Royal Oak city leaders host ICE town hall
Residents got the chance to sound off on ICE in Royal Oak in a townhall with city leaders on Thursday.
Residents got the chance to sound off on ICE in Royal Oak in a townhall with city leaders on Thursday.
No Stellantis profit sharing checks after 'challenging' year
Some people saw it coming, but for many this was a surprise as this is the first time Stellantis hasn’t provided a profit-sharing bonus since the recession. The Big Three all had tough years due to economic factors like interest rates, commitments to EVs, and tariff uncertainty, but Ford and GM both still provided profit-sharing checks.
Some people saw it coming, but for many this was a surprise as this is the first time Stellantis hasn’t provided a profit-sharing bonus since the recession. The Big Three all had tough years due to economic factors like interest rates, commitments to EVs, and tariff uncertainty, but Ford and GM both still provided profit-sharing checks.
Video: Wild Huron Township police chase goes through landfill; suspect had 9 guns
New Huron Township police video shows a chaotic chase that unfolded through Huron Township Wednesday, going from dirt roads into a landfill.
New Huron Township police video shows a chaotic chase that unfolded through Huron Township Wednesday, going from dirt roads into a landfill.
Huron Township police release wild chase video
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a chase that led officers through a landfill in southern Michigan on Wednesday.
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a chase that led officers through a landfill in southern Michigan on Wednesday.
Burger King Whopper is changing following customer feedback
Burger King is giving its iconic Whopper a makeover for the first time in nearly 10 years – here’s what’s changing and why now.
Burger King is giving its iconic Whopper a makeover for the first time in nearly 10 years – here’s what’s changing and why now.
Landowner selling 28 parcels to Detroit for $444,000 for future airport upgrades
The Detroit City Council has approved the purchase of more than two dozen properties owned by a land speculator that has been the subject of lawsuits brought forth by the city.
The Detroit City Council has approved the purchase of more than two dozen properties owned by a land speculator that has been the subject of lawsuits brought forth by the city.
Dearborn Heights man with long criminal history sentenced to 10 years for fraud
Miller, who was sentenced to 129 months in prison, has a criminal history including 18 prior felony convictions, according to court records.
Miller, who was sentenced to 129 months in prison, has a criminal history including 18 prior felony convictions, according to court records.
Dearborn Heights pharmacist pleads guilty to $3M insurance fraud scheme
At the hearing, Hamdan admitted to using his two pharmacies to submit false claims for prescriptions - even though the prescribed drugs were medically unnecessary or not actually dispensed.
At the hearing, Hamdan admitted to using his two pharmacies to submit false claims for prescriptions - even though the prescribed drugs were medically unnecessary or not actually dispensed.
PWHL game ticket demand spikes after US women's Olympic hockey gold -- How to see the league live in Detroit
Demand for Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) tickets surged after the U.S.'s women's team won gold at the 2026 Olympics, according to data from StubHub.
Demand for Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) tickets surged after the U.S.'s women's team won gold at the 2026 Olympics, according to data from StubHub.
Detroit police seek info on home invasion suspects who broke into Detroit home on east side
Both suspects are men in their 20-30s. One was wearing a facemask and all light-colored clothing, while a second suspect was wearing light-colored clothing and was armed.
Both suspects are men in their 20-30s. One was wearing a facemask and all light-colored clothing, while a second suspect was wearing light-colored clothing and was armed.
Hillary Clinton's Epstein deposition ends after hours of questioning
Hillary Clinton was questioned for hours by the House Oversight Committee on Thursday regarding the Epstein probe.
Hillary Clinton was questioned for hours by the House Oversight Committee on Thursday regarding the Epstein probe.
$36K in fake cash discovered after suspects use counterfeit money during Facebook Marketplace sale
A man is in custody after Michigan State Police said he was in possession of more than $36,000 worth of fake money.
A man is in custody after Michigan State Police said he was in possession of more than $36,000 worth of fake money.
Albanian parliamentary member talks Trump's tariffs
Marjana Koceku, a member of parliament with Albania stopped by the FOX 2 studio to talk about international relations and the impact of tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump.
Marjana Koceku, a member of parliament with Albania stopped by the FOX 2 studio to talk about international relations and the impact of tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump.
Lyft driver charged with murder for high-speed Detroit crash that killed North Carolina couple
A Lyft driver is accused of fleeing the scene after crashing and killing his passengers Sunday in Detroit. He has now been charged with murder.
A Lyft driver is accused of fleeing the scene after crashing and killing his passengers Sunday in Detroit. He has now been charged with murder.