'Die-In' Held In Detroit To Protest Grand Jury Decision In Eric Garner Case
Participants laid down on the pavement as if they were dead before marching down Woodward Ave.
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Participants laid down on the pavement as if they were dead before marching down Woodward Ave.
Supporters of boosting the minimum wage in metro Detroit are making their collective voices heard Thursday morning.
"We are reaching a boiling point in this country."
A Grand Jury has decided not to indict a white police officer who killed a black 18-year-old in Ferguson, Missouri.
Those arrested were among the crowd of about 100 protesters marching around the fast food restaurant on Mack Avenue.
A small, diverse group of clergy marched to the office of U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, Barbara McQuade,
Among them was "Avengers" actor Mark Ruffalo, who appeared unexpectedly, calling on others to join the demonstration.
Meet the new "Freedom Riders" ...
Things got loud inside the University of Michigan's admissions office... it was part of a protest over the lack of minorities admitted to the school.
Postal workers across metro Detroit get out on the picket line to express their displeasure over a reported plan to put U.S. postal counters in Staples stores nationwide.
Detroit area postal workers will protest Thursday afternoon at the Staples stores in Dearborn and Clawson.
Hundreds of fast-food workers across Michigan are expected to walk off their jobs Thursday as part of a national protest.
One hundred noisy protesters marched while they awaited a judge's decision on whether Detroit is eligible for bankruptcy.
The crowd is full of retired Detroit police officers, many of whom agree: "I earned my damn pension, every dollar."
A demonstration against circumcision is being held this Saturday at noon outside of Beaumont Children's Hospital.
For the first time, we're hearing from Highland Park Mayor Deandre Windom about the attempts to boot him out of office.
A local McDonald's restaurant was forced to close after its employees walked out and hundreds gathered outside to protest for higher wages.
Groups are rallying across the state are asking for $15 an hour.
A few dozen city workers took part in a rally, Friday, in front of the Spirit of Detroit.
AFSCME Local along with other union members were protesting hiring of an emergency manager for the city of Detroit.
Residents in Highland Park are still fuming over the dumping of thousands of black history and culture books.
Homemade signs read: "Snyder, 21 Century Hitler, Burning Books."
A protester is facing charges of trespassing and obstructing police after spending 10 hours inside an oil pipeline under construction in southern Michigan.
A protester has climbed into an oil pipeline at a construction site near Marshall, and emergency crews are working to get him out safely.
A group of parents and residents are protesting the closing of Oakman Elementary/Orthopedic School in Detroit.
We're hours away from a potential government shutdown, and millions of federal workers, including in Michigan, could head into the holidays without paychecks.
The utility company requested a $248 million gas hike, which would increase residents' rates by 12%.
Wayne-Westland Community School District teachers are still working without a contract as negotiations between the district and the teachers union continue.
Judge Kwame Rowe ruled that Ethan Crumbley's plea was "knowingly, voluntarily and accurately given."
The viral theory circulated even after the material was recovered last week.
We're hours away from a potential government shutdown, and millions of federal workers, including in Michigan, could head into the holidays without paychecks.
We're tracking the next round of snow for Thursday night into Friday in Southeast Michigan
The utility company requested a $248 million gas hike, which would increase residents' rates by 12%.
Wayne-Westland Community School District teachers are still working without a contract as negotiations between the district and the teachers union continue.
Police say the motive for the stabbing is unknown.
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.
We're hours away from a potential government shutdown, and millions of federal workers, including in Michigan, could head into the holidays without paychecks.
The viral theory circulated even after the material was recovered last week.
The bankrupt discount retail chain plans to liquidate after a deal with a prospective buyer collapsed.
Authorities are searching for a Michigan woman reported missing at Grand Canyon National Park.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
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.
Reports say Montgomery consulted medical experts over the last few days and is hopeful that he'll return for the playoffs.
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.
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.
Highs only in the 20s this weekend.
Dozens of artists with disabilities are putting their perspective on display as part of a new exhibit that focuses on the power of home.
We're hours away from a potential government shutdown, and millions of federal workers, including in Michigan, could head into the holidays without paychecks.
Wayne-Westland Community School District teachers are still working without a contract as negotiations between the district and the teachers union continue. Negotiations have been going on since March, and even when the two sides met on Monday, they still couldn't reach a deal as the clock neared 10 p.m. The clock is ticking to make some sort of progress before winter break.
Snow moves in tonight with icy spots possible for the morning commute.