3-month-old Detroit Zoo giraffe dies after suffering injury

A giraffe born last fall at the Detroit Zoo has died after suffering a severe vertebral injury earlier this week.

DTE rate hike approved -- How much it will cost you

DTE Electric bills are going up after the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) approved a $242.4 million rate increase.

Dr. Devon Hoover murder: Man sentenced to prison for 2 separate Detroit killings

A man who pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the deaths of two men, including the high-profile murder of Detroit neurosurgeon Dr. Devon Hoover, learned his sentence Friday.

Howell high schooler Lilly Williams is named 'McDonald's All American'
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An incredible honor for a local high school basketball star. Howell's Lilly Williams is 'McDonald's All American.' Tonight her school and community paid tribute to her.

Dumped-on Metro Detroit residents sick of getting trashed
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The people there feel both counties ignore them and think the other county will fix it. Sometimes it takes a little prodding to get things done - so they Rob Wolchek - he's good at prodding.

Detroit police sgt. suspended over call to border patrol
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This comes after that sergeant, Denise Wallet, filed a lawsuit against the city to keep her job earlier on Thursday. She was previously suspended with pay after she sought help from Border Patrol in early February when a motorist provided a fraudulent driver's license. 

Wolchek helps dumped-on residents sick of getting trashed

"It's full of years' worth of tires, couches, mattresses, garbage, and it's a terrible eyesore," Cheryl said.

Residents tired of getting dumped on, reach out for help
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A community that sits on the line between Wayne and Washtenaw counties feels they've been overlooked and are desperate for help.

Lake Tahoe avalanche: What we know about the victims and survivors

Authorities say 15 people were on a three-day skiing trip. Here's what we know so far about the victims and survivors of the avalanche.

Detroit police identify bodies found in basement
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Three bodies were found beaten to death in the basement of a house on Edison Street near Francis Avenue Wednesday. Police are looking for a light-skinned Black male with dreadlocks between 31 and 32 years of age, said DPD First Assistant Chief Charles Fitzgerald. The ages of the men found beaten to death with blunt force trauma were 72, 66 and 65. The 66-year-old man was the owner of the home.

'Better Burgers' opens in old 'Hunter House Hamburgers' location in Birmingham

A new chapter has begun at one of Birmingham’s most recognizable corners. The tiny white building at Woodward and Maple, long home to Hunter House Hamburgers, now has a new tenant.

Burger battle in Birmingham
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Hunter House Hamburgers, which had operated at that location for 73 years, recently moved about half a mile north of 14 Mile and Woodward, into the former KFC building. The restaurant has been at the new location since November, operating out of a tent and a makeshift setup, but still using the same grill, to produce its signature sliders, fries, and shakes.

Metro Detroit fans react to USA women's Ice Hockey win over Canada

There was a fierce battle on the ice Thursday at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. That’s where the U.S. women’s hockey team beat their rivals, Team Canada, in the gold medal game. The star of the show: Farmington Hills’ Megan Keller, who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Wyandotte bakery seeks help reopening shop after being ripped off by contractor

Vinewood Mexican Bakery in Metro Detroit is known for its cherished comfort food like tamales and empanadas. However, it's been years since they've gotten to share their treats with the community.

USA women's Ice Hockey Team takes gold with win over Canada
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Now earlier on Thursday, I caught up with fans watching the U.S. women’s hockey team. There was so much excitement and a lot of pride for two of those team members who grew up in Metro Detroit: Kirsten Simms from Plymouth and Farmington Hills’ Megan Keller, who scored that winning goal.

Beloved Wyandotte bakery seeks community help to reopen
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A Wyandotte bakery that was forced to close after a driver crashed through the entrance is crowdfunding for money to rebuild. That's because the original contractor they hired ran off with the money that would have helped reopen the shop.