Huge Plume Of Smoke From Controlled Burn Raises Alarm During Boating Event
WWJ received more than a dozen calls from concerned citizens about Friday's fire.
WWJ received more than a dozen calls from concerned citizens about Friday's fire.
The fire was limited to one aisle in the store, located 70 miles south of Grand Rapids. Damage is estimated at more than $10,000.
The flames were so thick, several people were trapped inside -- unable to get out on their own.
Investigators on the scene tell WWJ they have reason to believe this is a homicide case.
A family with two teenagers, a young child and a baby had a close call Friday morning after their home went up in flames.
A psych exam will indicate if Timothy Beetschen is competent to stand trial in connection with a house fire and explosion that killed his 69-year-old mother.
Police say a man is on the run after crashing a stolen vehicle into a dollar store in Highland Park.
No serious injuries have been reported and there is no word yet on what caused the fire in the Hidden Trails Apartment complex in Monroe.
At one point fire officials asked nearby residents to keep windows closed and turn off air conditioners but residents were not asked to leave their homes.
A 50-year-old Oakland County man could spend the rest of his life behind bars for allegedly setting a house fire that killed his mother.
A neighbor told WWJ the son had been drinking and became belligerent when he couldn't find any more booze.
A popular restaurant just weeks away from reopening after a fire caused extensive damage last fall has gone up in flames again.
Fire crews have contained a two-alarm fire that broke out at a historic Detroit church.
Authorities say two families, one that includes five children and a dog, all safely escaped a fire on Detroit's west side that might have been caused by an illegal electrical hookup.
"Part of that repair involved a torch ..."
A long-time fixture in downtown Dearborn "where everybody knows your name" has been completely gutted by fire, which also destroyed a neighboring gift shop.
Firefighters believe a blaze that quickly engulfed a home on the city's west side and spread to others nearby was deliberately set.
Arson investigators aren't yet sure what caused the fire, which appears to have started in several spots on the third floor.
Authorities have shut down a portion of 18 Mile Road in Macomb County due to a fire at a metal coating business.
The fire was out within an hour and most residents were able to return to their apartments, except for those living on the third floor.
Two lawsuits are pending in the case of an apartment complex fire sparked by a tenant who tried to cook a squirrel with a propane torch.
"I want people to know that if you come into Detroit and you try to set a fire... we will find you and we will prosecute to the full extent of the law."
She said the American Red Cross is helping displaced families find temporary shelter.
A two-alarm fire in a senior high rise apartment building sent dozens of residents out of the building, wondering where they will spend the night.
Police in Detroit are investigating after a shooting on a freeway in Detroit that left a vehicle with multiple bullet holes Friday night.
A new state task force will look to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people in Michigan.
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
A 71-year-old Oakland County woman has been convicted for her role in a health care kickback scheme that costed Medicare $1.4 million, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Aidan Chiles threw for two scores in the first half to build a three-touchdown lead and Michigan State held on to beat Purdue 24-17.
A Warren police officer has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that killed two men on Sept. 30, according to the Macomb County Sheriff's Office.
The board, comprised of two Republicans and two Democrats, voted unanimously on Friday to certify the results in all 83 counties.
At least 32 officers' licenses are being investigated, according to MCOLES.
Authorities are sharing tips to prevent porch pirates from stealing packages as deliveries ramp up for the holiday season.
Police in Detroit are investigating after a shooting on a freeway in Detroit that left a vehicle with multiple bullet holes Friday night.
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.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
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.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
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.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hinch, a 50-year-old in his fourth season leading the Tigers, made the playoffs with a torrid second half despite losing quality players like right-hander Jack Flaherty at the July 30 trade deadline.
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.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Jagger is ready to meet the public. The 3-year-old sloth bear now has access to her outdoor habitat at the Detroit Zoo, less than two weeks after her arrival from the Idaho Falls Zoo.
As deliveries ramp up for the holiday season, authorities are sharing tips to prevent porch pirates from stealing packages.
Our weekend remains a little mild before cold air rushes in after Thanksgiving.
Residents in Romulus are getting a taste of Sheetz' planned expansion across the state of Michigan.
A Warren police officer has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that killed two men on Sept. 30, according to the Macomb County Sheriff's Office.