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Chaotic Detroit Street Takeover Ends With Car Set on Fire, People on Bus Roof, Fireworks Thrown

View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A chaotic scene unfolded early Saturday morning near 7 Mile and Meyers as large crowds gathered during an illegal street takeover on the city’s west side. At round 4:15 a.m. on July 5, officers were dispatched to the area after reports of vehicles doing

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House explodes in Detroit, homes nearby catch on fire

A massive explosion rocked a neighborhood on Detroit’s east side Saturday, leveling one home and igniting at least two others nearby. The incident happened in the area of McCormick and Rossiter, near Moross. Officials confirm one person was injured and taken to the hospital. Authorities have brought in a cadaver dog to assist with the

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2 Teens Charged in Deadly Shooting of 4-Year-Old & Teen Over Dispute Involving Ski Mask

Two people have been formally charged in connection with the tragic shooting at a Detroit park that left a 4-year-old child and an 18-year-old dead, and another teen injured. Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy announced charges against Brandon Lee Ware, 18, and William McKinley Wheeler, 19, both of Detroit, in the June 27th double homicide

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Motorcyclist Killed, Woman Arrested for OWI in I-696 Crash Near Royal Oak

A deadly crash shut down westbound I-696 for several hours overnight after a series of collisions involving two cars and a motorcycle. It happened around 12:30 a.m. Saturday near Campbell Road in Royal Oak. Michigan State Police say a 30-year-old woman from Clio was speeding in a BMW through a construction zone when she rear-ended

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At Least 3 Teens in Critical Condition After 4th of July Illegal Block Party Shooting

Detroit police are investigating a shooting that left three people critically injured early Saturday morning. The shooting happened on Acacia Street, near Schoolcraft and Southfield, where officers say an illegal gathering was taking place at the time. Three teens — 17-year-old and two 18-year-olds — were hospitalized with critical injuries. No suspect information has been

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Two shot after argument over fireworks being launched

An investigation is underway after two people were shot Friday night. The incident happened near Warren and Merriman Road in Garden City/Westland border. Witnesses say a dispute broke out over fireworks being launched too close to a house. The argument escalated, and the suspect then shot two people. Both victims were taken to the hospital.

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Trump Signs “One Big Beautiful Bill”: No Tax on Tips & Overtime, snap & Medicaid Work Mandates & billons for ICE

JPresident Donald Trump has signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law. Tax Relief & Credits Medicaid & Food AssistanceAdds 80-hour monthly work requirements for SNAP, $35 Medicaid co-pays, and shifts more costs to states. Immigration & Border Security Defense & Energy Additional Provisions

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DDOT Driver Charged After Stabbing Rider Who Spit on Him During Argument Over Free Ride

A DDOT bus driver has been charged after allegedly stabbing a passenger during an argument over bus fare. The incident happened on July 1, 2025, near 7 Mile and Greenfield on Detroit’s west side. Police say the situation escalated when the passenger demanded a free ride. The passenger then allegedly spat on the driver. The

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Where to Watch Fireworks in Metro Detroit This Fourth of July

If you’re looking for fireworks this weekend, several cities across Southeast Michigan are hosting public shows to celebrate the Fourth of July. Clawson City Park• Location: West Elmwood & North Bywood, Clawson• Time: 10:00 p.m. Gibraltar Fourth of July Celebration• Location: Gibraltar Community Center, 29340 S. Gibraltar Rd., Gibraltar• Time: Dusk (~10:00 p.m.) Holly –

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Detroit police officer shot, suspect dead

An officer was injured and a 16-year-old is dead after a shootout Thursday night. The incident happened on Neff Street, near I-94 and Moross. Police say officers were patrolling the area due to a recent spike in break-ins. While on patrol, they spotted three masked individuals near a building and began to investigate. One person

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