Ex-Police Chief Shames Detroit Cops, Says Department Is Out Of Control
Detroit's former police chief is lashing out about crime in the city. Speaking exclusively with WWJ's Roberta Jasina, Warren Evans said crime is "over the top."
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Detroit's former police chief is lashing out about crime in the city. Speaking exclusively with WWJ's Roberta Jasina, Warren Evans said crime is "over the top."
Owners and managers of shops in and around Detroit say too few police officers and an inability to stem citywide crime have placed the small business community in jeopardy.
Detroit Police have arrested one suspect and are seeking a second in the shooting death of an 84-year-old security guard in the parking lot of a Detroit church while Bible study took place inside.
President Barack Obama honored the nation's top police officers on Saturday, including 15 officers from the Detroit Police Department, paying tribute to their sacrifices and "quiet courage" in the line of duty.
An elderly security guard was shot to death in the parking lot of a Detroit church while Bible study took place inside.
A Detroit police precinct was evacuated on Wednesday after mail was opened that contained a powdery substance.
Detroit's men and women in blue were honored Friday for their service to the community.
"We're fighting with one arm tied behind our backs" Detroit officer John Bennett said during a roundtable on the Charlie Langton Talk Radio 1270 morning show.
Police say they are certain there are people who know who gunned down party story owner Faraj "Freddie" Dally, called a hero in his northwest Detroit neighborhood.
Police were called to the home on the 19600-block of Cliff Street, near Outer Drive. When they arrived, they found the 43-year-old victim dead in her bathroom.
A Detroit police officer who was shot five times last year offered a rebuke in court to a judge who sentenced the gunman to 14-25 years in prison.
The Detroit Police Department could soon boast having the best cop in the state of Michigan.
Police are investigating a quadruple shooting on Detroit's northeast side.
"These are safe havens for are visitors and residents downtown," said Detroit Police Chief Ralph Godbee.
Detroit Police are asking the public for help in identifying three suspects they say are responsible for recent bank robberies in the city.
Heavyweight prize-fighting legend John L. Sullivan was on a binge when he encountered the Detroit Police Department's own boxing champion.
One man is dead and another in critical condition after Detroit Police say the tables turned on them when they tried to rob two men at gunpoint.
The Detroit Police Department is issuing a warning to citizens who chat on a social networking website after linking the online meeting place to recent sex assaults in the city.
On Friday, 33 men and women were sworn in as brand new Detroit Police officers in a ceremony at Second Ebenezer Church in Detroit.
Detroit Police say a transgender woman was killed during an early morning shooting on Tuesday.
Police in Detroit are investigating a fatal shooting in an area that local residents say is known for prostitution.
With a number of violent crimes on the rise, police in Detroit are teaming up with other law enforcement agencies to take some of the worst offenders off the streets.
Firefighters responding to a home on Detroit's west side Thursday morning discovered the burned body of a young person in the basement.
An alarm company plans to make a $200 donation to the Detroit Public Safety Foundation every time police in the city catch burglary suspects while responding to one of its alarms.
The next time you get pulled over for a traffic violation in Detroit it could be by a Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old was shot Tuesday night on Detroit's east side.
The sergeant is charged with one count of misconduct in office and one count of aggravated assault
Michigan House Republicans' new plan aims to divert nearly $3 billion in taxpayer dollars to improve the state's roads and bridges, but one lawmaker is raising an alarm about the plan.
Renovations are underway inside an 11,000-square-foot warehouse, which will serve as a drop-in center for those struggling with homelessness.
Michigan State Police says its Special Investigation Section is responding to the scene.
Authorities say one tank exploded, damaging two adjacent wells. Two homes were also damaged.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
It is unknown how the 16-year-old got ahold of the gun and if it was secured before the shooting. Police do not believe the shooting was intentional.
Police are investigating after a 2-year-old was shot Tuesday night on Detroit's east side.
Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.
The proposal calls for preserving Detroit's skyline, right-sizing the complex's footprint and connecting the site to "the heart of downtown."
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
The concert is expected to feature Moneybagg Yo, Toosi, Lil Poppa, Dess Dior, and Eelmatic.
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Southwest Airlines gears up for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel, coordinating thousands of flights daily to ensure millions of passengers reach their destinations.
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
Workers at Amazon warehouses around the world plan to strike between Black Friday and Cyber Monday this week.
Pontiac General Hospital has filed for bankruptcy days after announcing the loss of Medicare funding and announcing over 240 layoffs.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
The Detroit Lions released reserve defensive end James Houston, cutting ties with a player who failed to produce as well as he did during his rookie season.
Lucas Raymond scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Detroit Red Wings rallied to beat the New York Islanders 4-2.
The Detroit Lions have shown plenty of Dan Campbell-inspired swagger thanks to a 10-1 start.
Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.
A Michigan State University engineering professor and undergraduate student have designed and produced a 3D-printed helmet earhole insert that helps to drown out crowd noise for some players on the school's football team.
The 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Parade will roll through the streets of downtown Detroit this Thursday, with hundreds of thousands lining Woodward Avenue as six new floats make their debut.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Michigan House Republicans' new plan aims to divert nearly $3 billion in taxpayer dollars to improve the state's roads and bridges, but one lawmaker is raising an alarm about the plan.
A Lincoln Park officer and a suspect were injured in a shooting Tuesday afternoon, according to police. Michigan State Police Lt. Mike Shaw provide details on the shooting.
Pontiac General Hospital has filed for bankruptcy days after announcing the loss of Medicare funding and announcing over 240 layoffs.
Cold air dives in this week with lake-effect snow possible starting Friday.
Police say a 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged after he accidentally shot his 12-year-old cousin Monday night in Detroit.