The Oakland County Fair is back for another summer of family fun, now underway through July 20. The fair officially opened on Friday, July 11, and runs daily with something for everyone. Returning favorites include:• Sea Lions Splash: An educational and entertaining sea lion show with three performances each day• Racing Pigs: Watch three pig

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A 21-year-old man from Macomb County died after falling down a five-story elevator shaft while ‘exploring’ the abandoned Southwest Detroit Hospital. A group of friends, including some juveniles, had entered the vacant building located on Michigan Ave near I-75 at around 1:30 a.m. The

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The annual Uncle Sam Jam Festival returns to downriver July 11-13, offering free family fun and entertainment. The giant carnival midway features classic rides, games and a nighttime laser show. Live concerts kick off each evening, and thrill-seekers can take monster truck rides. On Friday, July 11, the festival wraps up the night with a

A carport at a Trenton apartment complex collapsed Friday while construction workers were working underneath it. The incident happened near Fort Street and West Road. The crew was working beneath the structure when it collapsed. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and the workers were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

The Detroit Zoo is celebrating a special arrival this week after a 34-year-old chimpanzee named Nyani gave birth to her first baby on July 4th, 2025. According to zoo officials, Nyani, who was born at the Detroit Zoo, delivered a healthy baby girl. Nyani and her newborn are said to be doing exceptionally well. Right