Thursday, March 28 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-03-28 15:56:34 GMT
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-03-27 03:22:01 GMT
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, effectively removing Mayor Dave Bing and the Detroit City Council from power, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
Monday, March 25 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-03-26 03:14:42 GMT
As Detroit's new EFM takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
As Detroit's new emergency financial manager takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
Monday, March 25 2013 9:18 PM EDT2013-03-26 01:18:49 GMT
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Monday, March 25 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-03-25 23:23:58 GMT
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Monday, March 25 2013 12:56 PM EDT2013-03-25 16:56:46 GMT
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager).
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager). Despite the snow and chilly temperatures, the protest was strong for more than half an hour.
Friday, March 22 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-03-22 15:33:37 GMT
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-03-20 02:32:53 GMT
We're days away from having an emergency financial manager on the job in Detroit. Tuesday, some citizens spoke out on the controversial measure.
We're days away from having an emergency financial manager on the job in Detroit. Tuesday, some citizens spoke out on the controversial measure.
DETROIT (WJBK) -
Following his speech Friday, Gov. Rick Snyder fielded questions from his hand-picked audience inside Detroit Public TV's studio on the campus of Wayne St. University.
Use the video player above to watch the Q&A in four parts.
Earlier in the day, Snyder declared a financial emergency in Detroit, pushing the city closer to having a state-appointed emergency manager control its finances.
Questions include: Have you selected a manager? Is this a loss of democratic voice in Detroit? Can these issues be solved in 18 months? How will the city raise revenue? What's the role for elected officials? Why only a Detroit EM, and not a regional emergency manager?
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:17:32 GMT
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:11 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:11:26 GMT
An Edison, N.J., police officer was arrested and accused of setting fire to the home of a police captain in his department, according to the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office.
An Edison, N.J., police officer was arrested and accused of setting fire to the home of a police captain in his department, according to the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:04:45 GMT
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:49:53 GMT
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President Barack Obama plans to give the Jersey Shore a boost with a post-Memorial Day visit to showcase recovery efforts in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.
President Barack Obama plans to give the Jersey Shore a boost with a post-Memorial Day visit to showcase recovery efforts in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:50 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:50:04 GMT
Heavy downpours sparked flash flooding across the tristate area on Thursday. The National Weather Service issued numerous weather alerts for many counties in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Heavy downpours sparked flash flooding across the tristate area on Thursday. The National Weather Service issued numerous weather alerts for many counties in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:42 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:42:40 GMT
The Bronx Zoo has unveiled its animatronics dinosaur exhibit. The exhibit, called Dinosaur Safari, is something different from the zoo, which is better known for its exhibits of living animals. The ride
The Bronx Zoo has unveiled its exhibit of animatronics. The exhibit, called Dinosaur Safari, is something different from the zoo, which is better known for its exhibits of living animals.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:30 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:30:30 GMT
The incident forcing the partial evacuation of Detroit Metropolitan Airport for hours one day last month was triggered by law enforcement officials' belief that they'd found an improvised explosive device in luggage.
The incident forcing the partial evacuation of Detroit Metropolitan Airport for hours one day last month was triggered by law enforcement officials' belief that they'd found an improvised explosive device in luggage.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:28:22 GMT
One week after appearing via satellite on the American Idol season finale the Queen of Soul has rescheduled next month's planned performance at the DTE Energy Music Theatre.
One week after appearing via satellite on the American Idol season finale the Queen of Soul has rescheduled next month's planned performance at the DTE Energy Music Theatre.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:21 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:21:55 GMT
The mountains of petroleum coke along Detroit's riverfront continue to grow. Now lawmakers are saying the stuff has to go as the story gets national attention.
The mountains of petroleum coke along Detroit's riverfront continue to grow. Now lawmakers are saying the stuff has to go as the story gets national attention.
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:53 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:53:47 GMT
Anna Bailey was walking back from the gas station Thursday morning when she found 16-year-old Emonte Davis lying in the middle of the sidewalk on Sharon Street. He had been shot in the chest, and she tried to help.
Anna Bailey was walking back from the gas station Thursday morning when she found 16-year-old Emonte Davis lying in the middle of the sidewalk on Sharon Street. He had been shot in the chest, and she tried to help.
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:39 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:39:46 GMT
Army Specialist Jenna Beno bravely fought for our country. Sadly, she died after an attack in Iraq. Thursday, the young soldier was honored during an emotional ceremony in Clarkston.
Army Specialist Jenna Beno bravely fought for our country. Sadly, she died after an attack in Iraq. Thursday, the young soldier was honored during an emotional ceremony in Clarkston.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:38:56 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick, now a convicted felon, officially fired his longtime attorney Jim Thomas on Thursday. It's a move that will delay the former mayor's sentencing.
Kwame Kilpatrick, now a convicted felon, officially fired his longtime attorney Jim Thomas on Thursday. It's a move that will delay the former mayor's sentencing.
