Metro Detroit News

Greektown Construction Moves Forward, Reopening Set for Summer 2026

A major transformation in Detroit’s Greektown district is expected to be completed by summer 2026. Crews recently finished installing the first block of granite street pavers at the intersection of Monroe and St. Antoine Streets, marking a significant step forward in the project. As of August 6, that intersection has reopened to temporary two-way traffic

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Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch to Face Off in Detroit Mayor’s Race This November

Voters across Detroit cast their ballots Tuesday to decide who will advance in the race for the city’s next mayor. City Council President Mary Sheffield led the crowded field and will move on to the November general election. Solomon Kinloch Jr. is projected to secure the second spot, setting the stage for a head-to-head race

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Police investigating shooting at downriver bar in Ecorse

Two people were shot Tuesday night at Downriver bar and grill in Ecorse. It happened on West Jefferson, directly across from the police department. The bar released the following statement: “On August 5th around 9pm there was an incident in the parking lot of our establishment. Two customers were walking back to their cars after

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Detroit Police Bring Community Together for National Night Out with Festivities, food, & more

The Detroit Police Department brought neighborhoods together on Tuesday for the annual National Night Out, hosting community-building events at every precinct across the city. From 3 to 8 p.m., residents gathered to enjoy an evening filled with free food, live entertainment, games, and opportunities to connect with their local officers. National Night Out is a

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Worker Charged After Threatening to Shoot Up Amazon Warehouse Over Not Giving Him His Unemployment Benefits

A Detroit man is facing a felony terrorism charge after police say he threatened-to shoot up an Amazon facility because he was allegedly denied unemployment benefits, officials say. 31-year-old Michael Crooms was charged this week with making a false report or threat of terrorism. Investigators say Crooms posted the threat on social media, prompting Amazon

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“They Got the Wrong House”: 57-Year-Old Detroit Man Shot in Case of Mistaken Identity

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A 57-year-old Detroit man says he nearly died after being shot inside his home in what he believes was a case of mistaken identity. The shooting happened just before 11 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, near Greenfield and 7 Mile, as he was

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Street Racers Take Over Detroit Intersection, Rip Down Street Sign

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A group of illegal-street racers took over an intersection Sunday night going into Monday morning and tore down a street sign. It happened at Rosa Parks and Atkinson, just north of Grand Boulevard. Video shows what appears to be young teens taking down the

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Doctor Warns Wildfire Smoke in Metro Detroit Causing Short- and Long-Term Health Problems, More ER Visits

The smoky haze lingering over Metro Detroit may look like a distant problem, but doctors warn the impact on your health is happening right now — and could have long term effects. We spoke to Dr. Daniel Ouellette, Chief of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Henry Ford Health. He says wildfire smoke is sending

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Man wanted for allegedly exposing himself multiple times to young girls in Oakland County

Detectives with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who exposed himself several times to a group of pre-teen girls outside two Rochester Hills businesses. The incident took place on June 29, shortly before 4 p.m., outside Shake Shack at 66 N. Adams Road and the Barnes &

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Metro Detroit Air Quality Among Worst in U.S. Due to Canadian Wildfire Smoke

Metro Detroit is once again dealing with dangerous air. On Monday, we were ranked in the top five worldwide for worst air quality, according to IQAir. This is the tenth time wildfire smoke has impacted our air. The current poor air is being caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires. A statewide air quality alert is

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