Detroit survivor walk fosters support and kinship for crime victims
The first-ever Survivor Walk on Sunday morning at Belle Isle kicked off National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
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The first-ever Survivor Walk on Sunday morning at Belle Isle kicked off National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
The first-ever Survivor/Victim walk on Belle Isle in Detroit on Sunday acted as a kickoff event to National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
After more than a year of reviewing developers' proposals, the Belle Isle Conservancy will present one of them in a meeting on Thursday.
For many of Marcy Mullins' closest family members and friends, this is the first time they've all gathered in the same spot since she tragically lost her life in February 2022.
The slide went viral in the summer of 2022 when several videos captured riders bouncing down the slide at speed.
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued 20 people from a sinking boat over the weekend near the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, formerly known as Chene Park, officials said.
Officials identified the individual as 63-year-old James Kuntz, of Plymouth.
Michigan State Police say the man was taken to an area hospital, where he is in serious condition.
One person was killed in a fiery crash on Belle Isle Wednesday night after striking a utility pole, state police said.
The boathouse was deemed "structurally unsound" in August 2022. Issues include a collapsed floor, caved-in roof, peeling exterior stucco, and deteriorated steel and concrete structural members.
The annual "Shiver on the River" brought people out to Belle Isle to learn more about the Detroit River.
The fate of a Belle Isle icon is up for debate, and now the future of a centuries-old building could be in your hands.
The DNR is considering options, such as investing in repairs or demolishing the building to repurpose the space, and will decide in early 2024.
A 623-foot freighter ran aground in the Detroit River Monday morning, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
A popular picnic in Detroit ended in disappointment after being shut down early by park rangers.
Those that have been to Belle Isle recently may have noticed some new road markings.
Belle Isle Park is where hundreds of people decided to spend their Fourth of July, but for one family, it was an opportunity to continue a decades-long tradition.
It wasn't ideal weather for the 2023 Ford Fireworks on Monday night, but that didn't stop the truly dedicated from watching from Belle Isle. Many spectators arrived early to beat the crowds and waited through on-and-off rain showers.
Belle Isle Beach reopened for swimming Monday afternoon after being closed due to high levels of E. coli.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources tested the water at belle isle beach late last week and the results shows elevated levels of E. coli.
Temperatures continue to rise, making it great beach weather, but the Belle Isle Beach has been closed due to high bacteria levels.
Much of Metro Detroit spent their Memorial Day outside getting sunshine and fun times at Belle Isle.
Kids will have the opportunity to learn about the Detroit River and how it serves nearby communities.
A 639-foot freighter carrying a cargo of salt has run aground in the Detroit River off Belle Isle Wednesday morning.
Several buildings on Belle Isle are getting a much-needed facelift, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is working hard to ensure these improvements last for many years to come.
Gleyber Torres homered twice and Riley Greene drove in four runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cincinnati Reds 11-5 on a rainy Friday night.
The man was sentenced Friday to five years in prison and ordered to pay $63,000 in restitution.
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
In the decision to keep them in custody, prosecutors said they had concerns that both women would flee the country if they were released on bond.
Every season, the alley district gets decked out, like hearts for Valentine's Day, a Christmas theme when the weather turns, and umbrellas for summer.
In the decision to keep them in custody, prosecutors said they had concerns that both women would flee the country if they were released on bond.
In February, the teen pleaded guilty to manslaughter with a motor vehicle with an adult designation.
A number of "No Kings" rallies are planned for Saturday, with an emphasis on a nonviolent response to President Trump's administration. Among the rallies planned are a number in the Detroit area and throughout Michigan.
Gleyber Torres homered twice and Riley Greene drove in four runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cincinnati Reds 11-5 on a rainy Friday night.
The first detection of Asian longhorned ticks has been confirmed in Michigan, with state officials urging livestock owners to be on the alert.
General Motors announced on Tuesday a $4 billion investment over the next two years in three U.S. manufacturing plants, one of which is located in Michigan.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $48, around $9 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $46, around $11 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
The three-day event runs May 30 through June 1 and is highlighted by the 35th running of the NTT IndyCar Series Detroit Grand Prix.
A parking lot in Farmington Hills, Michigan, is full of Tesla vehicles, leaving many wondering why they are parked there.
Richard Wilson isn't focused on celebrities or influencers; he's painting everyday Detroiters.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
The U.S. automaker is struggling to procure rare earth materials essential to its cars, as exports from China slow.
The NB.1.8.1 COVID-19 variant was linked to a large surge of hospitalizations in parts of Asia earlier this year.
Tesla rolled out new versions of its Model S and Model X vehicles Friday, upping prices by $5,000.
U.S. District Judge Denise Casper agreed to grant a preliminary injunction sought by attorneys general from 19 states.
A federal appeals court temporarily halted a judge's ruling that had blocked the Trump administration from deploying members of the California National Guard in L.A.
Kimara Mayberry says her experience with March of Dimes inspired her to become a lifelong advocate.
Hundreds of open and filled positions have been eliminated at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, the company says.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Recreational cyclist Phil Fox crossed back into America around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, after spending nearly three days circumnavigating over 1,000 miles around Lake Huron by bicycle.
Data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services shows a 34% reduction in overdose deaths between 2023 and 2024.
Gleyber Torres homered twice and Riley Greene drove in four runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Cincinnati Reds 11-5 on a rainy Friday night.
Tarik Skubal pitched seven shutout innings, Parker Meadows hit a three-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 Thursday night.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jackson Jobe will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow.
Jordan Westburg hit a three-run homer during a seven-run eighth inning and the Baltimore Orioles pulled away to a 10-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Amplifiers, also known as the Detroit Amps, start their basketball season June 14.
Over 1,500 leaders from all corners of the state gathered at the Detroit Regional Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's a tale of two historic buildings in Metro Detroit finding new life as leaders involved talk about changes at Michigan Central Station and the Dearborn Inn.
Michigan put the world on wheels, and with its manufacturing prowess, has also dominated the defense industry.
The Motor City will be in the international spotlight yet again as the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and Ford Fireworks returns to the streets and skies of downtown Detroit.
The Michigan Matters panel discusses how the region is doing at addressing community needs and how progress continues to be made in ending the stigma tied to mental illness.
A number of "No Kings" rallies are planned for Saturday, with an emphasis on a nonviolent response to President Trump's administration. Among the rallies planned are a number in the Detroit area and throughout Michigan.
Two of the Chinese nationals charged with trying to smuggle dangerous pathogens into Michigan appeared before a judge Friday in a federal court in Detroit for detention hearings.
After a slight delay on Friday to allow for court interpreter arrangements, a man from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, had an arraignment hearing in the case of harboring a missing 16-year-old girl.
The businesses adjacent to the alleyway get together a year in advance to plan out their displays, and each storefront brings a little piece of itself.
A Grosse Pointe teen was sentenced Friday in connection with a 2023 fatal crash that killed 18-year-old Flynn Mackrell in Grosse Pointe Farms.