Detroit Firefighters, Police Prepare For 'Angel's Night'
In a typical 24-hour period in Detroit, 20 to 30 fires are reported, but the night before Halloween sees a dramatic rise.
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In a typical 24-hour period in Detroit, 20 to 30 fires are reported, but the night before Halloween sees a dramatic rise.
Community leaders in Detroit on Tuesday will detail their efforts to crack down on Angels' Night arsonists and mischief-makers.
The countdown to Halloween is upon us. Here are some safety reminders for a smooth trick-or-treating experience.
WWJ's Sandra McNeill reports that the owner of a Howell winery has become convinced the place is inhabited by the spirit of a little boy.
Volunteers are still needed for Detroit's Angels' Night Campaign over the three-night Halloween period.
Wayne County Sheriff Deputies will help patrol Highland Park streets during the upcoming Halloween weekend.
As Halloween approaches, the AAPD is offering key recommendations and tips to parents and caregivers on maintaining healthy teeth for this holiday and throughout the year, to ensure that jack-o-lanterns are the only ones with decaying teeth after October 31st.
Three men wearing Halloween masks have been arrested after trying to rob a credit union in Madison Heights, about six miles north of Detroit.
Let's face it. Halloween is all about the sweets! Here are some tips on keeping the candy mayhem to a minimum and a few recipes for spooky lookin' treats.
During the month of October, Xfinity On Demand and XfinityTV.com are serving up more than 200 movies in a comprehensive collection of classic and current horror and monster films, from edge-pushing slasher and giant monster epics to family-friendly animated scares in its "Halloween Moviethon" collection.
Haunted houses and Halloween stores have metro-Detroiters celebrating and preparing for October 31 all month long. This year, take time to share the not-so-scary story about the history of the gargoyle.
Kids will walk paths lined with hundreds of hand-carved jack o' lanterns and end up at nearly a dozen stations where costumed characters will be handing out treats.
Teams will be assembled to register residents to turn on porch lights, watch abandoned houses, keep watchful eyes and ears for suspicious activity.
The Detroit Zoo's annual "merry-not-scary" Zoo Boo celebration returns this Halloween season, featuring a festively decorated half-mile trick-or-treat trail through the front of the zoo.
The sights and sounds of All Hollows' Eve and the spooky spirits of the past come to life at Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village, October 14-16, 21-23 and 28-30.
A Massachusetts couple frantically dialed 911 when they got lost in a corn maze with their 3-week-old baby. They had to be rescued by police officers with scent-sniffing dogs
We're big on celebration in this country, and it is gratifying that Meadow Brook has chosen to mount a show that appeals to all ages for the Halloween season. There's no trick here, folks; just treat.
During HalloWeekends, there is fun for guests of all ages with more than 70 rides, including 16 roller coasters. With 10 haunted attractions, HalloWeekends has more creatures and spooky areas than ever before.
Channel your inner Martha Stewart by creating inexpensive and easy crafts for Halloween. The kids love it, and it's a perfect way to spend quality time together.
Get terrified at one of these historic Detroit locations, from concert venues to the Henry Ford Estate.
Scrambling to find a last-minute costume for that Halloween party? Here are a few costumes that you probably can put together from stuff you already have.
Thoughts to ghouls, ghosts and candy take over around Halloween. Here are a few of the bone-chilling (and lighthearted) classics to get you in the mood.
American history is rich with tall tales, legends and hauntings. Here are just a few of the ones people are still talking about.
The pumpkin is king of the Halloween season. Here are some of the many interesting ways it's used, including a few you may not have thought of.
A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
A Detroit man has been charged in connection with the assault of three women he dated within a year, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they had been in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
Attorney Bobby Raitt says he sent a letter to U of M and a fraternity close to where police found Mattson, telling them to preserve all evidence related to this case.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
An arctic cold front slips through the area as the clipper system that brought light snow Friday will drop temperatures dangerously low overnight.
A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
A new push to pass a GOP elections bill known as the SAVE America Act is underway in Congress, but Democrats warn the proposal could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters.
Will Riley scored 20 points, Sharife Cooper added 18 and the Washington Wizards upset the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday night.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Will Riley scored 20 points, Sharife Cooper added 18 and the Washington Wizards upset the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a scammer claiming to be law enforcement and telling people they have outstanding warrants.
There has been outrage across the political spectrum after a video posted on President Trump's Truth Social account depicted former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as apes.
Wind chills drop through Saturday morning before warmer air arrives next week.
A driver has been rescued after a parking garage partially collapsed in Dearborn Friday night, according to authorities.
An attorney is investigating the death of 19-year-old University of Michigan sophomore Lucas Mattson, nearly two weeks after his body was found southeast of central campus following a 20-hour-long search.