Detroit Police Working To Identify Body Found In Field
A citizen observed a black male victim lying dead in a field of grass. He's only being identified as a 'John Doe' at this time.
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A citizen observed a black male victim lying dead in a field of grass. He's only being identified as a 'John Doe' at this time.
One of Detroit's most high-profile investigators will find himself in the spotlight Thursday night, all because of his work that helped put a serial killer behind bars.
First-degree murder charges have been filed against an ex-con suspected in a double-slaying who had to turn himself in twice before Detroit police would arrest him.
Police say that a 43-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by the suspect, after being forced at gunpoint into a white Pontiac, Grand Prix, two-door car on Saturday May 16, at about 8:30 p.m.
WWJ Newsradio 950's Florence Walton reports gun-toting enthusiasts tried to tempt the people in line by offering them more money not to turn in their weapons.
Some Detroit community activists say they're concerned that there won't be proper checks in place to report and investigate alleged abuse by county and state law enforcement officers who have been brought in to help local police fight violent crime.
Detroit police officers were ordered to begin working 12 hour shifts starting today, but that's been put off pending a court hearing.
Detroit police have arrested a man wanted in connection with the shooting of a 3-year-old girl earlier this week.
A Wayne County judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing Detroit Police Chief Ralph Godbee from implementing 12-hour shifts for officers.
Detroit police are asking for the public's help in locating a missing 29-year-old woman.
The coach of the Lions is showing some love to Detroit's other boys in blue.
A Detroit Police Officer has been named the State of Michigan VFW Officer of the Year.
Detroit Police Chief Ralph Godbee announced during a Friday press conference that progress has been made in three of four recent shootings in Detroit.
Detroit cops will soon be working longer shifts patrolling city streets.
Citing the already heavy tax burden on Detroit homeowners, City Council has voted not to put a public safety millage on the November ballot.
Abandoned and neglected parts of Detroit are quickly becoming dumping grounds for the bodies of murder victims.
Detroit City Council has decided to set up special session, sometime in the next two weeks, to decide on whether to put a police millage proposal before voters this November.
Are Detroiters willing to pay more for additional police protection?
Fifty-year-old Donna Hudson was last seen on May 10 around 6 p.m in the 600 block of Conner.
Carrying signs and chanting slogans reading 'no union busting,' hundreds of unions members marched in downtown Detroit Thursday.
Two teens have been arrested for the carjacking and murder of a man at a Coney Island restaurant in Detroit early this week.
Detroit police are searching for the person responsible for shooting three men on East State Fair Street near Schoenherr.
A day after the city announced plans to make wage and benefit cuts, Detroit's Police Chief is sending a message to officers.
She died from a bullet fired by a Detroit Police officer's gun at a party at his home. But days after the shooting, those are the only facts that are clear in the death of Adaisha Miller.
A majority of City Council members appear to be ready to reject the Board of Police Commission's request to put a 9-mill tax increase before the voters.
Hot water and heating issues linger in parts of the Michigan State University campus, which continues to experience utility problems after a power plant failure.
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly as the war with Iran approaches its seventh month.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
A Clinton Township man accused of strangling his aunt in her apartment has been convicted of second-degree murder.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
One man is dead, and another person is wounded and in custody after a domestic-related shooting in Pontiac this past weekend.
The Midwest Independent Retailers Association is calling for Michigan's current bottle return law to be phased out.
A heavily traveled roundabout in Sterling Heights has topped a legal firm's list of Michigan's most dangerous intersections.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly as the war with Iran approaches its seventh month.
The state dedicated $151.4 million to literacy materials over two years and has another $50 million coming. For math, it is putting up $5 million to vet curricula and $8 million for STEM programs. Teachers and researchers say the imbalance shows.
Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
More than 100 volunteers gathered on Monday to distribute fresh food and Alzheimer's education resources to seniors in Oakland County in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
CJ Carr threw for 234 yards and ran for a touchdown, Nolan James Jr. rushed for 121 yards and a score, and No. 3 Notre Dame took control in the second half to beat Michigan State 27-10.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
Good Tuesday morning Family! Looking partly sunny and breezy today with seasonally cooler temps, high 65°. Staying below normal this week with highs in the 60's. A possible shower early tomorrow morning, then dry heading into the weekend with warmer temps.
Cool temperatures hang around all week with only 1 rainy day.
Paramount's agreement with 12 state AGs paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
A Venezuelan man who was shot by an immigration officer while delivering a food order in Texas was transferred from the hospital to a detention center with a bullet still in his back, his lawyer said.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.