How fireworks impacted the air quality in Detroit
One day after Independence Day, air quality levels in Metro Detroit were high. Experts said pollution after a fireworks show is just one of many cons during big events.
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One day after Independence Day, air quality levels in Metro Detroit were high. Experts said pollution after a fireworks show is just one of many cons during big events.
A Fourth of July celebration got out of hand after a house in Chesterfield Township caught on fire.
The man who went viral after his wheelchair malfunctioned as he was lighting a firework is reminding people about the dangers of fireworks.
A big part of celebrating the Fourth of July is honoring those who've served. However, this time of year can also be a nightmare for veterans if you're not mindful about where you're lighting your fireworks.
A Michigan deputy was hit with a firework that exploded just seconds after it bounced off his chest.
Fireworks can make dogs feel anxious and scared. Veterinarians from around the country explain why and share advice for protecting your pets and keeping them calm on the Fourth of July.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
It's important to refresh yourself on how to launch fireworks safely, so your boom doesn't turn into a bust.
The 66th annual Ford Fireworks will debut on June 24, and the city of Detroit is planning to close some streets and parks and implement a curfew.
The annual Ford Fireworks show in Detroit is one of 20 shows nominated for USA Today's 2024 10Best Readers' Choice Places to See Fireworks contest.
The theme for the 66th annual fireworks show over the Detroit River is "Color the Sky with Sunshine.
The Dearborn Police Department announced that a suspect has been charged for illegally using fireworks that damaged police property.
Millions of Americans woke up the morning after Independence Day celebrations to air quality advisories across the U.S.
Several people sustained minor injuries, and one person was taken to the hospital after fireworks landed in the crowd during a fireworks celebration in Allegan.
"I opened the door and he was trying to gnaw through it with his teeth because he was trying to get away from those fireworks," Greer detailed.
Fire crews across Michigan were at the ready for the fires and injuries that can come with the Fourth of July celebrations. For the White Lake Township Fire Department, the day was relatively calm.
A 43-year-old woman is dead, and nine other people are injured after a fireworks explosion happened in Ottawa County Monday night.
Dr. Jamal Adas shares fireworks safety tips on how to safely celebrate the Fourth of July and avoid injuries.
"It's got to strike you in a way," says co-owner Mike Trautman when talking about what fireworks may be the best fit.
More than 10,000 people were injured by fireworks last year and officials are urging people to stay safe ahead of the Fourth of July.
Police say charges will be filed against three juveniles accused of setting off fireworks that damaged property in Dearborn Heights.
On Monday, thousands tuned in to the 2023 Ford Fireworks along the Detroit River.
"I expect to see some new fireworks – a boom, a bang, here and there," Erica Watson told our team.
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.
Despite the weather, people are already waiting to see the 65th annual Ford Fireworks in Detroit.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione will return to NYC today after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
We're tracking the next round of snow for Thursday night into Friday in Southeast Michigan
Patrick Kane scored the decisive third-period goal and added an assist as the Detroit Red Wings beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4.
Health officials say the number of cases has already surpassed 1,500, 2.5 times more than in 2019.
Teamsters union says Amazon workers at seven warehouses plan to walk off the job Thursday morning in multiple states.
Police say the motive for the stabbing is unknown.
We're tracking the next round of snow for Thursday night into Friday in Southeast Michigan
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione will return to NYC today after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
Lawmakers in Lansing are trying to redefine what it means to have suitable shelter for animals.
The alerts, first sent out at about 9:24 p.m., say officers were on the scene of a parking lot between the North Campus Research Complex and the U of M Transportation Research Institute.
Organizers announced earlier this year that the show was returning to its traditional January slot after taking place in the fall in recent years.
The grants are in addition to the $1.8 million that Stellantis provided for home repairs to 120 homeowners on the east side in 2020 and 2021.
Troubled automaker Stellantis has decided that its Ram brand needs its own executive, so it is bringing back an executive who retired this year when CEO Carlos Tavares was still running the company.
In Metro Detroit, gas prices continue to fall. Motorists are filling up for an average of $2.96 per gallon.
As we prepare for the winter season, getting your car ready for its quick or long trek can make all the difference.
The duo will host their podcast at 8 p.m. on March 28 at the Fox Theatre.
The New York Times named the Lebanese Sundae at Leila and the ham sandwich at Mike's Famous Ham Place as two of "The 26 Best Dishes We Ate Across the U.S. in 2024."
Detroit Diamond put her skills on display as a finalist in the Netflix series "Rhythm + Flow," and her career is starting to take off.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione will return to NYC today after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.
Giant hornets, dubbed "murder hornets," have been eradicated in the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first detected in Washington state.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, but said it plans fewer cuts in 2025.
Health officials say the number of cases has already surpassed 1,500, 2.5 times more than in 2019.
Wayne County is erasing $27 million in medical debt for more than 46,000 county residents.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
A court in Hazel Park is aiming to treat people with substance abuse while keeping them out of prison.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Patrick Kane scored the decisive third-period goal and added an assist as the Detroit Red Wings beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4.
The Detroit Lions are holding out hope that running back David Montgomery might be able to return from what was believed to be a season-ending knee injury.
Patrick Mahomes is battling another ankle injury.
The first-round draft pick suffered an injury to his left tibia during Week 6. However, he says he wasn't going to let the injury stop him and made a promise to his teammates.
Harris launched his "Season of Smiles" event, an annual shopping spree for five preselected deserving families.
Mary Tyler Moore turned the world on with her megawatt smile as she starred in the iconic "Dick Van Dyke" and "Mary Tyler Moore" shows a generation ago.
The roundtable talked politics and focused on blockbuster news that Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan would run for governor in 2026 but as an independent candidate.
President-elect Donald Trump campaigned with talk of ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit which has helped fuel sales.
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.
Employees at Michigan's Amazon facilities are showing support during the nationwide Teamsters strike.
One person was killed in a shooting in a Detroit neighborhood Wednesday night; a second round of snow is headed to Southeast Michigan to close out the week and more on your top headlines
Much colder for the weekend.
The state Department of Health and Human Services said before the pandemic that it would see around 600 cases of whooping cough each year. This year, the number of cases has already surpassed 1,500, which is 2.5 times more than in 2019.
An investigation is underway after a Detroit dispensary was vandalized in an attempted robbery early Wednesday morning.