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'Detroiters' won't be renewed for third season

Dec 11, 2018 01:05 PM EDT


Michelle Obama to be in Detroit tonight

Dec 11, 2018 12:43 PM EDT

Former First Lady Michelle Obama is bringing her book tour to the Motor City Tuesday night.


CDC telling people not to eat raw cookie dough

Dec 10, 2018 02:33 PM EDT

The holiday season is in full swing and that means families might be baking up some delicious cookies in the coming weeks. The Centers for Disease Control has issued a warning, telling people to "say no to raw dough!"


General Motors fighting to retain tax incentives

Dec 10, 2018 05:49 PM EDT

General Motors is fighting to retain tax incentives that make it's electric cars more desirable to consumers, but after last month's announcement of factory closings, it's political power to keep incentives alive are in danger.


10 Detroit neighborhoods getting $35M investment

Dec 10, 2018 05:24 PM EDT

Ten Detroit neighborhoods will be getting tens of millions of dollars in investment from seven different companies in what is the largest corporate donation to neighborhood development in the city's history.


Third Annual Corktown Aglow

Dec 08, 2018 09:19 AM EDT

3rd Annual Corktown Aglow will be held on Saturday, December 8 in Detroit.


Ugly Christmas Sweater Party

Dec 08, 2018 09:32 AM EDT

The silent discos returns to Beacon Park with an ugly Christmas sweater party on December 8!


War of words between union pres. and DPD chief

Dec 07, 2018 06:39 PM EDT

Police Chief James Craig says he opened a criminal investigation into the firefighters' union president after sensitive information about a witness in a murder case was posted by President Mike Nevin on the union's Facebook page.


Doctors charged in opioid fraud case in court

Dec 08, 2018 04:46 PM EDT

Three doctors have been allowed to go home while the feds are playing hardball with the alleged mastermind of what they say is a major opioid medical fraud case that involved close to a half billion dollars in claims and 13 million prescriptions.


Dates announced for first spring NAIAS

Dec 07, 2018 04:04 PM EDT

Organizers have announced the official dates for the first North American International Auto Show to occur in June.


Detroit's Most Wanted: Jermal Cannon

Dec 06, 2018 06:29 PM EDT

In this week's Detroit's Most Wanted, the U.S. Marshals are asking for your help finding a man wanted for allegedly killing another man in the street.


Dozens of infant remains found after raids

Dec 06, 2018 05:19 PM EDT

Dozens of


Child charged for bringing loaded gun in school

Dec 06, 2018 05:45 PM EDT

A 10-year-old boy


Judge dismisses sex assault suit against Morse

Dec 05, 2018 06:32 PM EDT

A judge has dismissed a sexual assault lawsuit against well-known metro Detroit attorney Mike Morse, based on perjury by the plaintiff in the case.


DMC hosting holiday hiring event

Dec 05, 2018 01:21 PM EDT

The Detroit Medical Center will be hosting a holiday hiring event on Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.


'Motown Magic' introduces kids to Motown music

Dec 05, 2018 07:47 AM EDT

Detroiters know how special Motown music can be. Now, it's being introduced to a younger crowd through a new show.


Construction moves forward at train station

Dec 04, 2018 05:23 PM EDT

Ford is moving forward when it comes to construction at the Michigan Central Train Depot in Corktown.


Detroit's Indian Village Holiday Home Tour

Dec 04, 2018 02:40 PM EDT

Imagine an open house where you can take in history, design and Christmas decorations. That's what the Indian Village Holiday Home Tour is all about.


Most popular Lyft destinations in Detroit

Dec 04, 2018 02:17 PM EDT

Ride-sharing company Lyft is once again holding its fourth-annual "Lyftie" awards which showcase the top Lyft destinations in each city, and they have announced the winners in Detroit.


Ford begins phase 1 of train station work

Dec 04, 2018 01:19 PM EDT

Less than six months after Ford announced it was purchasing the historic Michigan Central Station in Detroit's Corktown neighborhood, the automaker announced it will begin phase one of its renovations this week.


Veteran DPD corporal charged with assault

Dec 03, 2018 07:12 PM EDT

Detroit Police Corporal Dewayne Jones, 47, has been charged in the alleged beating of a female patient at Detroit Receiving Hospital.


Property owner owed $177K water bill to Detroit

Dec 03, 2018 07:11 PM EDT

An owner of several apartment complexes was in piping hot water with the water department.


Michigan gas prices are lowest since July 2017

Dec 03, 2018 07:56 PM EDT

Last week, the state of Michigan set a new 2018-low for gas prices, and prices once again fell this week to see the lowest price since July 2017.


Detroit named 6th least safe city in U.S.

Dec 03, 2018 07:12 AM EDT

Detroit is the sixth least safe city in America, according to a report from WalletHub.


Things to know about President George H.W. Bush

Dec 01, 2018 01:31 PM EDT

George H.W. Bush was largely known for his work in public office, from his time as a Texas congressman and CIA director to his years in the White House as president and Ronald Reagan's vice president. But the World War II hero and great-grandfather also was an avid skydiver, played in the first-ever College World Series and was the longest-married president in U.S. history.


2 shot, 1 dead at Russell Industrial Center

Nov 30, 2018 11:11 PM EDT

Detroit police are on the scene of a fatal shooting at the Russell Industrial Center.


Will Detroit get an XFL team?

Nov 30, 2018 10:26 PM EDT

According to an online report, Detroit may be in the running for one of Vince McMahon's 8 XFL teams.


Kids describe the gun violence in their lives

Nov 30, 2018 05:23 PM EDT

Violence is something children should not have to face. So


Want to play in the XFL? Submit an application

Nov 30, 2018 04:00 PM EDT

It's been almost a year since Vince McMahon announced the return of the XFL, and the first eight team cities are expected to be announced on Dec. 5, but for those who want to play in the league, you can now apply.


Suspect sketch released in teen sex assault

Nov 30, 2018 05:08 PM EDT

Detroit police have released a sketch of a suspect wanted in the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl earlier this week.


Porch pirates taking advantage of online orders

Nov 29, 2018 11:17 PM EDT

Now that two of the busiest shopping days of the year are behind us, packages will start arriving at doorsteps all across the nation.


Looking back at Poletown

Nov 29, 2018 05:54 PM EDT

This week's announcement of the end of production at General Motors' Detroit-Hamtramck


Officials: Detroit restaurant scene still strong

Nov 29, 2018 05:22 PM EDT

In a little more than two weeks, two big named restaurants in downtown Detroit announced they’re closing up shop.


U.S. Women's Hockey to face Canada at LCA

Nov 29, 2018 01:41 PM EDT

The 2018 Gold Medal-winning U.S. Women's National Hockey Team will face off against its rival, Team Canada, as part of Hockey Week Across America on Sunday, Feb. 17.


Detroit woman allegedly shot by boyfriend

Nov 29, 2018 12:37 PM EDT

An argument over Facebook friends led to a domestic shooting in Detroit, sources tell 7 Action News.


Rainbow City Roller Rink to open in Detroit

Nov 29, 2018 12:26 PM EDT

Rainbow City Roller Rink, an inflatable wonderland-turned-roller skating rink, is coming to downtown Detroit, Library Street Collective announced.


Local restaurants named among Esquire's best

Nov 29, 2018 08:30 AM EDT

Two metro Detroit restaurants, one in Detroit and one in Ferndale, have been named among Esquire's "Best New Restaurants in America, 2018."


Mom pleads for help in murder of 5-year-old girl

Nov 29, 2018 08:40 AM EDT

"No one in today's world, or any environment, earns respect for doing something as terrible as this," said


Carmack claims officials asked for bribes

Nov 28, 2018 07:45 PM EDT

Detroit businessman Bob Carmack is holding a news conference to counter what Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said on Monday.


Low-price ticket lottery for 'Book of Mormon'

Nov 28, 2018 04:43 PM EDT

Tony Award-winning musical "The Book of Mormon" is returning to Detroit next week and they are continuing to offer low-price lottery seats for every city on the national tour.


Detroit's Hard Rock Cafe to close in January

Nov 28, 2018 03:26 PM EDT

The Detroit Hard Rock Cafe will be closing its doors in January after 15 years.


Jeep unveils 2020 Gladiator pickup truck

Nov 28, 2018 03:26 PM EDT

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles unveiled the all-new 2020 Jeep Gladiator pickup at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Wednesday morning.


Ford shuffles workers to increase SUV production

Nov 29, 2018 12:50 PM EDT

Ford is shuffling workers at several factories so it can make more hot-selling full-size SUVs.


Changes expected for Winter Blast 2019

Nov 28, 2018 12:29 PM EDT

The annual Winter Blast ordered snow for metro Detroit extra early this year.


DPD officers honored for saving suicidal man

Nov 27, 2018 06:21 PM EDT

Two Detroit police officers are being honored for preventing a suicide earlier this year.


Man charged with killing girlfriend bound over

Nov 27, 2018 05:37 PM EDT

A man who is charged with stabbing his girlfriend to death and biting off her nose at MGM Grand Detroit hotel will stand trial, a judge ruled on Tuesday afternoon.


President Trump 'not happy' with GM announcement

Nov 26, 2018 04:03 PM EDT

President Donald Trump does not like


Michigan DL Rashan Gary declares for NFL Draft

Nov 26, 2018 01:40 PM EDT

Michigan defensive lineman Rashan Gary will forego his senior season with the Wolverines and has declared for the NFL Draft.


General Motors ending production of six vehicles

Nov 26, 2018 12:36 PM EDT

Shortly after the news that General Motors would be ceasing operations at several plants in 2019, the automaker also announced that it would stop production of six vehicles.


Duggan asks MSP to investigate Carmack threats

Nov 26, 2018 06:13 PM EDT

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan


Official: GM to close Ontario plant

Nov 26, 2018 09:38 AM EDT

General Motors is planning to announce the closure of its Oshawa, Ontario, plant Monday, which will eventually result in the loss of about 2,500 jobs.


One killed in crash on EB I-94

Nov 24, 2018 09:53 AM EDT

At least one person was killed early Saturday morning


Police looking for missing 50-year-old woman

Nov 23, 2018 09:17 PM EDT

Detroit police are asking for the public's help locating a missing woman who hasn't been seen since earlier this month.


Inmate shot & killed trying to disarm deputy

Nov 26, 2018 06:13 PM EDT

Michigan State Police say


Detroit Shipping Co helps others on Thanksgiving

Nov 22, 2018 07:46 PM EDT

The Detroit Shipping Company opened over the summer and for their first Thanksgiving, they opened their doors to give anyone a hot meal.


Stafford throws 2 picks in loss to Bears

Nov 22, 2018 05:48 PM EDT

The Detroit Lions fell to 4-7 on the season after losing to the Chicago Bears 23-16


Kerryon Johnson, Marvin Jones out for Lions game

Nov 21, 2018 03:11 PM EDT

The Detroit Lions will be without two of their offensive stars on Thanksgiving as both running back Kerryon Johnson and wide receiver Marvin Jones have been ruled out.


Woman imprisoned for pointing a gun returns home

Nov 21, 2018 01:57 PM EDT

"When they said guilty, I couldn't believe it," said Siwatu Salama-Ra of the moment she learned she was going to prison.


More than 100 Iraqi nationals to be released

Nov 21, 2018 10:47 AM EDT

More than 100 Iraqi nationals, mostly from Michigan, will be released after being detained nearly a year and a half ago awaiting deportation.


Detroit child care business vandalized

Nov 20, 2018 09:13 PM EDT

Krista McClure owns Detroit Parent Collective, a local business dedicated to helping bridge the gap for those needing child care amid Detroit's revitalization. "We're here to make a difference," says McClure.


Detroit among the best places to travel in 2019

Nov 20, 2018 12:52 PM EDT

The Motor City is one of the best cities to travel to in 2019, according to Fodor's Travel. The website says they are a trusted resource for travel advice during every stage of a trip, hiring local writers.


Consumer Reports: Smartwatch vs. Fitness Tracker

Nov 20, 2018 12:23 PM EDT

Whether you're racking up steps at the mall or giving your fingers a workout by shopping online, the holiday shopping season is here.


Single-digit wind chills possible for parade

Nov 20, 2018 11:41 AM EDT

We may not set any records on Thursday, but it will be the coldest Thanksgiving Detroit has seen in five years! The last time it was this frigid on Thanksgiving was back in 2013 when the high temperature peaked at 29°. It will be close call for Detroit with afternoon highs in the upper 20s to near 32°.


1/3 of US parents plan to skip flu shots for kid

Nov 19, 2018 05:46 PM EDT

A new report found one-third of parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children against the flu this year.


Police bust major chop shop operation in Detroit

Nov 19, 2018 05:10 PM EDT

A major "chop shop" operation has been shut down following at raid at a home on the 14000 block of Rutland this morning.


Man featured as DMW found not guilty by judge

Nov 19, 2018 10:50 AM EDT

A man featured on 7 Action News as one of Detroit's Most Wanted has been exonerated by a judge.


Police looking for suspects in Corktown robbery

Nov 16, 2018 11:10 PM EDT

The Detroit Police Department released surveillance video of a man using a weapon to intimidate two women in Corktown to hand over their purses.


Cities work to come up with marijuana policies

Nov 17, 2018 06:05 PM EDT

From Royal Oak to Windsor, the rollout of legalized marijuana means lots of changes.


Is metro Detroit facing a marijuana shortage?

Nov 16, 2018 07:12 PM EDT

When medical marijuana patients come to the Reef Dispensary in Detroit, the supply of product is plentiful.


WATCH: 2018 Detroit tree lighting

Nov 16, 2018 11:21 PM EDT

The holiday season in Detroit kicks off Friday at Campus Martius Park, when the city's Christmas tree lights up for the first time this year.


Teen sisters grieve losses, cherish support

Nov 16, 2018 05:56 PM EDT

Jamila


Shinola & Disney partner to celebrate Mickey

Nov 16, 2018 11:03 AM EDT

Detroit-based luxury watch and leather-goods company Shinola and Disney have partnered for a special-edition collection honoring Mickey Mouse's 90th anniversary.


Spirit adding nonstop flights from DTW to Austin

Nov 16, 2018 11:03 AM EDT

Spirit Airlines is continuing to grow its network of flights as the airline company will begin nonstop flights from Detroit (DTW) to Austin, Texas's Austin-Bergstrom International Airport next year.


Detroit Fire again leaves body behind after fire

Nov 16, 2018 01:58 PM EDT

We're learning more information about a fire last month on Detroit's west side.


Warning issued about 'Hamilton' Detroit scam

Nov 16, 2018 10:42 AM EDT

Hit musical "Hamilton" will be in Detroit from March 12 - April 21, 2019 at the Fisher Theatre, but Broadway in Detroit is warning people there is a major ticket scam going on.


Dan Gilbert buys Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com

Nov 15, 2018 03:27 PM EDT

Just a day after announcing that his company, JACK Entertainment, would be selling Greektown


Detroit City FC to be included in new league

Nov 15, 2018 02:47 PM EDT

Detroit City Football Club is one of 11 clubs to be included in the launch of a new league that will be associated


Duggan critic has mayor followed by P.I.

Nov 15, 2018 05:15 PM EDT

A longtime critic of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and a key witness in a criminal case against a Detroit council member paid a private investigator to track the mayor for months.


Detroit is 13th most bed-bug infested city

Nov 15, 2018 11:34 AM EDT

Detroit ranks as number 13 in a list of the 25 most bed-bug infested cities in the United States.


DMW captured: Terrance Chaverst

Nov 15, 2018 12:17 PM EDT

Terrance Chaverst


How country music is thriving in metro Detroit

Nov 14, 2018 11:22 PM EDT

While Detroit is known for Motown,


Activist released from prison pending appeal

Nov 14, 2018 06:28 PM EDT

She says she pulled out a gun to stop a woman from attacking her family, then for that was sent to prison.


Gift of life from firefighter who died on job

Nov 20, 2018 12:48 PM EDT

Chopper 7 flew over as Detroit firefighters honored one of their own. And it hasn't been easy.


Detroit restaurant named one of the best in 2018

Nov 14, 2018 05:11 PM EDT

A new restaurant on Selden St. in Midtown Detroit has been named one of Thrillist's "Best New Restaurants of 2018."


Gilbert spokesman: No plans to buy Tigers

Nov 15, 2018 07:47 AM EDT

When it was announced that JACK Entertainment, which is owned by Dan Gilbert, would be selling Greektown Casino for $1 billion, speculation ran wild about what that might mean for Gilbert.


Watch Detroit tree lighting Friday on Channel 7

Nov 14, 2018 03:45 PM EDT

The holiday season will be a little brighter on Friday when the city's official Christmas tree lights up for the first time at Campus Martius Park in the heart of downtown Detroit. WXYZ will broadcast complete coverage of the event during a live special, "Light Up the Season," from 7- 8 p.m.


Camp Fire would cover half of metro Detroit

Nov 14, 2018 03:59 PM EDT

The Camp Fire in California has killed 48 people,


No serious violations at Detroit funeral homes

Nov 14, 2018 03:31 PM EDT

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has completed inspections at every funeral home in the city of Detroit and found "no additional serious violations of the mortuary science and pre-paid funeral acts."


Send & view photos: 'Light Up the Season'

Nov 14, 2018 09:20 AM EDT

The holiday season in Detroit kicks off on Friday at Campus Martius Park, when the city's Christmas tree lights up for the first time.


Your guide to ice skating at Campus Martius

Nov 14, 2018 10:38 AM EDT

With the official lighting of the tree at Campus Martius Park on Friday night, that also means The Rink at Campus Martius is open for business.


Downtown Detroit Market opens for the season

Nov 14, 2018 09:26 AM EDT

Downtown Detroit Market vendors have been selected for this upcoming winter season.


2 killed in shooting at senior living facility

Nov 14, 2018 07:14 PM EDT

Two people were fatally shot inside a senior living facility on Detroit's east side Tuesday night.


Local restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals

Nov 14, 2018 06:58 AM EDT

Ditch home-cooked dishes and eat out on Thanksgiving instead. Many restaurants in our area are offering special Turkey Day meals.


Detroit mom needs help with broken furnace

Nov 13, 2018 06:18 PM EDT

It's officially mitten season in Michigan, and lots of folks are trading in the AC for the heat.


Cheli's Chili Bar closing by end of the month

Nov 13, 2018 04:13 PM EDT

Cheli's Chili Bar says they will be shutting down before the end of the month.


Know the symptoms for one of deadliest cancers

Nov 13, 2018 08:38 AM EDT

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic cancer is one of the nation's deadliest cancers with a five-year survival rate of just nine percent. It's a disease that kills more people than breast cancer in the U.S.


Ex-Lion Lem Barney sues Happy's Pizza

Nov 12, 2018 06:12 PM EDT

Former Detroit Lions Hall of Famer Lem Barney and his wife are suing a Detroit-area pizza chain for racial discrimination after being refused service.


'Ready. Set. Build!' Workforce Expo at Cobo

Nov 12, 2018 02:24 PM EDT

Those looking to get into either skilled trades living in Detroit and Wayne County have the opportunity to learn more about them at the "Ready. Set. Build!" Workforce Expo at Cobo Center on Wednesday.


Abuse claim against late metro Detroit priest

Nov 12, 2018 10:59 AM EDT

The Archdiocese of Detroit says it is investigating a "credible" allegation of sexual abuse of a minor against a late priest.


Lane of SB I-75 to open from I-96 to Springwells

Nov 12, 2018 10:47 AM EDT

The Michigan Department of Transportation says one local lane of southbound I-75 will open on Friday morning from I-96 to Springwells in Detroit.