Farmington Hills child nearly drowns at swim school

Staffers sprang into action at a local swim school, helping save a little girl from drowning.

Metro Detroit foodbank left in the dark since weekend weather caused power outage

As rain and storms make their way through Metro Detroit, some residents are still recovering from last week's weather, which left thousands without power. Meanwhile, a Detroit church and food bank were left in the dark since Friday.

8-year-old survives non-fatal drowning at swim school
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So many of us love the water, but we also know just how quickly it can become dangerous — even deadly. Fortunately, on Tuesday, people were on hand who knew exactly what to do. Farmington Hills police and fire officials say they responded after an 8-year-old girl was found underwater at the Goldfish Swim School in Farmington Hills.

Power restored to church after six days in Detroit
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Thankfully, many people came out and were able to get the supplies and resources they needed. Another church even stopped by to help, and then the power came back around 2 p.m.

Businesses concerned as Cyclosporiasis cases reach 1,251
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Doctors say the symptoms come from eating certain fruits and vegetables like lettuce, cilantro, and raspberries. Yet doctors have to do the correct test to diagnose Cyclospora.

Isle Royale campground closed due to heightened wolf interactions

A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.

Birmingham City Lifestyle magazine celebrates milestone
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Birmingham magazine publisher, Ali Kramer, joins Ronia Shamona in studio to celebrate five years of publication and highlight the Birmingham City lifestyle magazine that shines a spotlight on the city’s people, businesses, places, and charitable organizations.   

Organizations partner for neighborhood clean up
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Ronia Shamona sits down with Curtis Blackwell, from Sound mind Sound Body - and Constance Davis, from the Professional Football Mothers Association, to discuss the upcoming "Keep Our Neighborhood Clean" event. The event works to bring people together to keep communities clean.

Charlie Kirk murder: Tyler Robinson's ex-roommate says Robinson was 'engraving bullets' month before shooting

Charlie Kirk assassination suspect Tyler Robinson was back in court for the fourth day this week for his preliminary hearing where prosecutors played a video interview with Robinson's ex-roommate Lance Twiggs in open court for the first time.  In the video, Twiggs said Robinson began "engraving bullets" around a month before the alleged shooting.

Why stinkhorn mushrooms might be growing in your garden

It smells like rotten flesh, attracts flies, and looks like it's from an alien planet. But the stinkhorn mushroom is more common than people think.

Ferndale crowdfunding new skating rink at Harding Park

Ferndale has big plans for Harding Park in the northern portion of the city with a vision for a brand-new inline skating facility.

Better Men Outreach offering outlet for Detroit youth
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Robert Day, from Better Men, Outreach discusses the organization's weekly youth programs with Ronia Shamona. The program is designed to help Detroit's youth better themselves by building confidence, developing responsibility, and supporting their mental health.

Preventing summer brain drain in kids this summer
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Parenting and education expert, Amanda Mushro, joins Ronia Shamona to share tried-and-true strategies for fighting off brain drain and keeping kids busy, engaged, entertained, and learning.

Millions of eye drops recalled nationwide due to potential foreign substance

A massive recall has pulled over 2.5 million bottles of a common prescription eye drop from store shelves due to the potential presence of a foreign substance.

Cyclosporiasis map: 29 states now investigating diarrheal illness

At least 29 states are now investigating potential cases of cyclosporiasis, the parasite known to cause "explosive diarrhea," as it continues to spread across the U.S. 

30 chickens stolen from nonprofit in Detroit recovered safe after tip

Thieves broke in and stole 10 chickens on July 3 from the Ribbon Farms 4-H at the Full Circle Edible Garden. They then returned to steal the remaining 20 chickens with two geese on July 5.

University of Michigan nurses reach tentative contract agreement

Registered nurses at the University of Michigan say the deal includes wage increases, improved staffing with nurse-to-patient ratios, and stronger workplace protections.