Detroit

Two suspects broke into a cannabis shop in Monroe, Michigan, set it on fire using an accelerant, and were later arrested after hiding in a nearby tree line. The suspects, aged 24 and 25 from Detroit, were taken into custody without incident.

Detroit police are investigating a shooting at a west side house party that hospitalized three teenagers on Saturday night. Authorities are searching for a suspect in the incident.

Detroit is experiencing dangerously high ozone levels due to heat and pollution, leading to severe health impacts like asthma. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued air quality alerts but faces criticism for ignoring long-term industrial and transportation pollution. Ozone concentrations in Detroit have consistently exceeded EPA standards, with asthma hospitalizations significantly higher than statewide averages.

Chicago retained its position as the top city on Orkin’s 2026 Bed Bug Cities List for the fifth consecutive year, followed by Los Angeles, Detroit, Cleveland, and Indianapolis. The rankings, based on bedbug treatment data from May 2025 to May 2026, highlight increased bedbug activity in tourist destinations like Tampa and Myrtle Beach, while cities such as Nashville and Oklahoma City rose in the rankings.

A Detroit nonprofit had over 400 pairs of brand-new basketball shoes stolen from a storage facility before its annual community event and sneaker giveaway. The theft occurred ahead of the organization's planned donation of the shoes.

AI drones are being used to locate scarce parking spaces in southeast Michigan, a key trucking hub along Interstate 94. The technology aims to address parking challenges for freight traffic near Detroit and the U.S.-Canada border at Windsor. Scott Grenerth of Truck Specialized Parking Services highlights the significance of the initiative.

The U.S. and Canada have reached an agreement to open the delayed $4.7 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, which will now open on July 27 instead of the original June 27 date.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, will open on July 27 after delays caused by a U.S.-Canada trade dispute. The bridge, funded by a Canadian government-owned corporation, faced ownership and revenue-sharing negotiations during the Trump administration's trade war with Canada.

Kenneth Chriswell, a 25-year-old Taylor man, was killed in a stabbing at Taylor Park Townhomes, leading to Heaven Daniels, 26, of Detroit, facing second-degree murder and tampering charges. Chriswell's family described him as 'larger than life,' emphasizing his outgoing nature and dedication to family, while detailing prior harassment by Daniels.

An ATV theft suspect led police on a high-speed chase through Detroit city streets, involving a Jeep and three police departments. The Michigan State Police helicopter captured the entire pursuit on camera.

Detroit and Troy police pursued a suspect who stole an ATV and evaded officers by riding against traffic, using sidewalks and parking lots. The suspect attempted to escape law enforcement by navigating unconventional routes.

A 7-month-old baby was found unharmed in the backseat of a stolen vehicle about an hour after the carjacking. The vehicle was discovered in an abandoned garage in Detroit, located by a state trooper during canvassing.

A high-speed car crash in a Detroit neighborhood resulted in the death of a woman and another driver. The suspected driver has been arrested.

A Detroit nonprofit, Northwest Goldberg Cares, reported the theft of 400 brand-new shoes intended for a youth giveaway event ahead of its HoopFest 2026 community event. The stolen shoes included donations from brands like Nike, Adidas, and USA Basketball, leaving the organization with only 500-600 pairs remaining for its goal of distributing 1,000 pairs to Detroit youth.

A 7-month-old baby was found safe after a carjacker stole a vehicle with the infant inside on Detroit’s east side. The father was pulled from his car, and the suspect fled, but the stolen vehicle was later located in a garage with the child unharmed. The suspect remains at large.

A completed bridge linking Detroit and Canada is expected to open by late July after a dispute between the U.S. and Canada delayed its debut. The delay followed President Donald Trump’s demands for U.S. ownership of the bridge, but an agreement was reached to resolve the issues, with commercial traffic expected to begin before August 1.

A baby was recovered after a carjacking on Detroit's east side. The suspect stole the car where the child was found before noon on Friday, and police are still searching for the suspect.

The Detroit-Canada bridge is expected to open by late July after U.S. and Canadian officials resolved disputes that delayed its debut. The bridge's opening had been postponed from an initial June 12 ribbon-cutting due to unresolved issues between the countries, including President Donald Trump's demands for U.S. ownership of the project. The $4.4 billion bridge, named after Gordie Howe, aims to ease congestion between Detroit and Windsor.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is set to open by late July after delays caused by U.S.-Canada disputes, including President Trump's demands for U.S. ownership. The $4.4 billion bridge, expected to ease traffic congestion, faced political tensions during its construction, which began in 2018.

A bridge linking Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is set to open by late July after a U.S.-Canada dispute delayed its June ribbon-cutting. The resolution followed President Donald Trump's earlier threats to block the bridge and involved negotiations over ownership and other issues.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is expected to open by late July after U.S. and Canadian officials resolved disputes that delayed its debut. The bridge, named after hockey player Gordie Howe, will serve as an economic link between the two countries, with commercial traffic beginning before August 1.

Ashley Parker Angel is visiting Detroit to discuss his new wellness mission and health-related topics during an interview with FOX 2's Ronia Shamona.

A baby was found safe after a reported kidnapping and carjacking incident in Detroit. The 911 call occurred on July 8 near Chalmers and Glenwood streets, and police later located the stolen car with the child at Edmore and Redmond. The Detroit Police Department is investigating and seeking information.

Amanda Pasionek was assaulted in a Troy Target parking lot by a man who had been stalking her from the store's exit doors. The suspect was later linked to a woman's murder in Detroit days after the attack.

Edgardo Luis Perez, 44, was arrested in Guatemala after evading capture for 25 years in the 2001 murder of Gordon Maychek in Farmington Hills. Perez, charged with Felony Murder, allegedly befriended Maychek at a health club, leading to his disappearance and eventual murder, though his body was never found. Perez was extradited to the U.S. and is scheduled for an arraignment via Zoom.

Black Tech Saturdays is hosting 'Founders on the Fairway' to teach Detroit professionals golf basics as a business networking tool. The event pairs beginners with expert coaches at Belle Isle Golf Center, emphasizing golf's role in business connections and higher executive earnings.

Detroit city leaders sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security requesting an end to ICE pursuits. The letter was addressed to the head of DHS by council members Denzel Anton McCampbell, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and DPD Commissioner Victoria Camille.

A 48-year-old man accused of kidnapping a 16-year-old girl while she waited for a school bus in Hamtramck pleaded guilty to kidnapping and multiple firearm-related charges. The incident occurred in April when the suspect, Donald James Joseph Arthur Fields, allegedly forced the teen into his van before being arrested at a Detroit gas station after she signaled for help. Fields will be sentenced on August 20.

Detroit city leaders, including council members Denzel Anton McCampbell, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and DPD Commissioner Victoria Camille, sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security requesting an end to ICE pursuits that they claim endanger the community.

Detroit's Planted Detroit vertical farm emphasizes food safety measures like PPE protocols and water filtration to prevent contamination as cyclosporiasis cases near 1,300. The farm grows produce indoors with strict contamination controls, including seed testing and clean room procedures.

A 5-year-old Detroit boy was injured by a stray bullet fired by a teen allegedly playing with a gun. A local violence intervention group, The People's Action, plans to mentor the teen and support the victim's family to address root causes of gun violence.

Mayor Mary Sheffield and transportation officials celebrated the opening of a new $160 million DDOT Coolidge Terminal complex on Detroit's west side. The facility replaces the former Coolidge Terminal destroyed by fire in 2011 and includes climate-controlled storage, maintenance, and administrative buildings funded by federal, city, and state sources.

Better Men Outreach offers weekly youth programs in Detroit aimed at building confidence, developing responsibility, and supporting mental health. Robert Day from the organization discussed the initiative with Ronia Shamona.

Thieves stole 10 chickens from Ribbon Farms 4-H at the Full Circle Edible Garden in Detroit on July 3, then took 20 more chickens and two geese on July 5. The animals were later recovered after a tip.

A Detroit man is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend with a semi-automatic rifle, leading to multiple charges including first-degree murder. He was denied bond and ordered to undergo a competency evaluation, with a court date scheduled for July 20.

Detroit’s Motor City Mile fundraiser has raised over $100k this year, surpassing last year’s total by $20k. The event supports cancer research at the University of Michigan, with a focus on prevention and improving patient lives. Since 2019, the annual swim has generated over $600k for research.

US home prices reached an all-time high in June 2026, with the median sales price rising 1.8% annually to $440,600. Existing home sales slowed by 2.4% from May, though annual sales increased 2.8% compared to June 2025. Mortgage rates have risen since spring 2026 amid concerns over the US-Iran conflict and inflation.

Heaven Daniels, 26, of Detroit was charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence after allegedly stabbing a 25-year-old man in a Taylor parking lot on July 2. Daniels attempted to flee the scene and has a prior history of domestic disputes, according to police. She is scheduled for a court hearing on July 13.

Contractors renovating an apartment building in Detroit's west side discovered skeletal remains, and police are working to identify the remains.

Environmental advocates in Detroit claim they are being excluded from the city's process of drafting data center regulations. The article highlights concerns that residents are being asked to participate in a process where key decisions have already been made.