Hundreds of protesters took to the streets today as part of the nationwide “Day Without Immigrants” movement, a demonstration highlighting the vital role immigrants play in the U.S. economy and society. Marching from Southwest Detroit to Michigan Central Station, participants condemned President Donald Trump’s mass deportation plan. The movement, which has gained momentum across the
Three children lost their lives after being trapped in a house fire in West Bloomfield. Officials received a call Sunday night about a fire at a residence on the 5000 block of Pembury Lane, which is near Northwestern Highway & Orchard Lake. Firefighters arrived at the scene and forced entry through the front door, where
Flint’s own Claressa Shields dominated Danielle Perkins on Sunday night, winning by unanimous decision to become the first undisputed women’s heavyweight world champion. This victory brings Shields’ record to 16-0, including 3 KOs.
A woman is dead after a shooting in Farmington on Sunday. The shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. on Warner Street, near Farmington Rd & Grand River. Police were called to the scene after a person reported someone had been shot. Upon arrival, officers found a woman fatally shot in the head. The alleged male suspect,
February is Black History Month, and in Metro Detroit, there are a variety of events that celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of African Americans throughout the region. Here is a look at some events happening throughout February: Jazz & Black History Celebration On February 10, jazz singer Sky Covington will perform at Aretha’s
View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) The Detroit Police Department is ramping up efforts to combat reckless driving with the launch of Operation Accident Reduction, a monthly enforcement initiative aimed at improving road safety. The 12th Precinct, with WCSO is conducting the first wave of enforcement, targeting aggressive driving, speeding,
Sterling Heights police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead early Saturday morning. The shooting happened around 5:30 a.m. at the extended stay American Hotel located on Van Dyke and 14 Mile. The victim was fatally shot by a male who fled the scene in a vehicle. The shooting happened in the parking
Houston TX Hot Chicken is coming to Troy, MI, and they’re bringing the heat. The new location will be located at 937 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084 Their Grand Opening will take place on February 3rd at 12PM. The First 100 people get FREE food & beverages, according to the company. On February
View this post on Instagram A post shared by MDN (@metrodetroitnews) A 5-year-old Royal Oak boy is dead after an explosion at a medical center in Troy. The incident happened at The Oxford Center on Kirt near I-75 and Livernois, around 8:00 a.m. According to Troy fire & Police, the child was inside a hyperbaric
The City of Detroit has begun installing 450 surveillance cameras across its freeways to combat violent crime and shootings. The cameras will be placed along I-94, I-96, I-75, M-10 (Lodge Freeway), and M-8 (Davison Freeway), providing law enforcement with real-time and recorded video footage of freeway activity. By integrating high-definition surveillance cameras and license plate
