Metro Detroit Man Sets Gas Station On Fire Trying To Kill Spider [VIDEO]
One man's fear of a spider gets him in some real heat.
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One man's fear of a spider gets him in some real heat.
"This is terrorism, like, this is ridiculous. The neighborhood feels terrorized."
A photo of firefighters helping the little guy to breathe went viral on Facebook.
One resident claimed the fire hydrant in her neighborhood has been out of service for at least two years.
Firefighters responded to the Cheesecake Factory, near I-96 and Novi Road inside 12 Oaks Mall.
Residents say they likely would have died in a fire if it wasn't for two young men who saved them from certain fate.
It wasn't immediately clear what caused the fire, which quickly consumed the building.
Crews responded to the junkyard after receiving multiple reports of thick, black smoke filling the air.
Authorities say the "all-clear" has been given at a downtown Detroit high-rise that was evacuated after a fire alarm was reported on the 42nd floor.
Apparently the fire started in the garage -- where something was being cooked -- then spread throughout the house.
A man who was "squatting" at a vacant house on Detroit's east side was injured after jumping from a window to escape a fire.
Investigators are looking for the cause of an early morning fire in Pontiac that sent man running for his life.
The blaze started around 8:30 a.m. at a home on Yellowstone Street near the area of Livernois and Grand River.
A campus emergency alert went out at 9:40 a.m. Thursday.
- An investigation is underway after a third alarm condominium fire in Auburn Hills.
Traffic backups are being reported on Telegraph Road in Bloomfield Township as firefighters battle a blaze at a former health club that is currently under renovation.
Firefighters were investigating a report of smoke in the area when they spotted flames on the roof of the animal control building.
The fire started in a vacant home before spreading to two other homes where people were sleeping inside.
"We certainly could still use a lot of food items, clothing and under-clothing for the residents both women and children," said a spokesperson for the facility.
Authorities say an 88-year-old woman was killed after being trapped in her burning home in northwest Detroit.
"Because of the fact that we could not get water in a timely fashion, this is what happens."
The fire is at PITSCH Companies near the intersection of Richmond Street NW and Alpine Avenue.
Her home might have gone up in flames, but that's not going to take the smile off the face of this Detroit mother.
Firefighters have rescued multiple residents from a burning apartment building in midtown Detroit.
"This is worse than Devil's Night," said one area resident.
The Detroit Pistons pulled off a stunning comeback against the Orlando Magic in Game 6 of their playoff series.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
There's uncertainty around Spirit Airlines after it was announced it would cease operations early Saturday morning.
Police say a search of the car uncovered identification of another person and credit cards that did not belong to the suspect.
Danny Janssen homered and Josh Jung drove in two runs as the Texas Rangers defeated the Detroit Tigers 5-4 on a rainy Friday night.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Spirit Airlines has its origins in Metro Detroit, with a charter flight service that was known as Charter One.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
The incident happened during a commercial break in the first half of the Dec. 21, 2025, game with the Lions hosting the Steelers.
The Detroit Pistons pulled off a stunning comeback against the Orlando Magic in Game 6 of their playoff series.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
Several cities in Southeast Michigan could allow golf carts on public streets if a state bill expanding the rules passes.
Experts said it's unlikely consumers will see a drop in prices moving forward.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Danny Janssen homered and Josh Jung drove in two runs as the Texas Rangers defeated the Detroit Tigers 5-4 on a rainy Friday night.
Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons pulled off an incredible rally by erasing a 24-point deficit and beating the Orlando Magic 93-79 to force a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
Parents say the incident highlights the importance of education and communication at home, especially when it comes to THC‑infused products.
Six Detroit elementary students were hospitalized on Tuesday after eating suspected marijuana edibles, district officials said.
A proposed Michigan law would mandate health insurance plans to cover in vitro fertilization and intrauterine insemination starting in 2027.
Cases of Lyme disease have seen a 168% increase just in the last five years, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
The Detroit Pistons pulled off a stunning comeback against the Orlando Magic in Game 6 of their playoff series.
Danny Janssen homered and Josh Jung drove in two runs as the Texas Rangers defeated the Detroit Tigers 5-4 on a rainy Friday night.
Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons pulled off an incredible rally by erasing a 24-point deficit and beating the Orlando Magic 93-79 to force a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
The incident happened during a commercial break in the first half of the Dec. 21, 2025, game with the Lions hosting the Steelers.
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Freezing temperatures are possible tonight, with warmer air expected by Monday.
On Friday, it was announced that Spirit Airlines may cease operations as soon as Saturday.
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A Detroit firefighter is being recognized for extraordinary bravery after risking his life to save a woman trapped inside a burning vehicle earlier this year.
Spirit Airlines, which may cease operations as soon as Saturday after negotiations over a government aid package stalled, has its origins in Metro Detroit.