
Mother of two children killed in Swan Boat Club crash testifies
Mariah Dodd took the stand on Tuesday and testified about the moments after the April 20, 2024, crash.
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Mariah Dodd took the stand on Tuesday and testified about the moments after the April 20, 2024, crash.
On the first day of the trial against Marshella Chidester, jurors heard opening statements and testimonies, including witnesses who were at the boat club when the crash happened.
One person is dead after a single-vehicle crash Sunday on I-696 in Oakland County, police reported.
The trial of Marshella Chidester, accused of drinking and driving before a crash that killed two young siblings and injured several others at a birthday party in Monroe County, starts on Monday.
The teen pled guilty to manslaughter with a motor vehicle with an adult designation. He will be sentenced on June 6.
All lanes in both directions of I-96 in Livingston County were closed Wednesday afternoon due to a fatal crash.
A woman was killed and two children were injured in a single-vehicle crash late Sunday night on I-94 in Detroit, Michigan State Police say.
Two people were killed after a crash involving a minimum of four cars on Interstate 75 in Detroit Sunday afternoon.
At least one person is dead after a crash involving a minimum of three cars on Interstate 75 in Detroit Sunday afternoon, according to Michigan State Police.
A 16-year-old student was killed as the result of a two-vehicle crash in front of Mason County Eastern High School.
A Texas woman is dead after a gravel hauler and her vehicle collided Thursday on I-75 in Hazel Park, troopers said.
The driver of a vehicle that crashed Tuesday on Southfield Freeway near Plymouth Road has died, troopers report.
A fatal crash Saturday US-223 near Woerner Road in Lenawee County resulted in the death of a Waldron man.
Martin P. McLaughlin of Romulus died as a result of a fatal crash Saturday in Kansas, the highway patrol reported.
A 29-year-old woman is dead after the vehicle she was driving hit a tree and rolled in Ann Arbor Saturday morning.
A man died after a wall fell on him in a work trench Wednesday in Carsonville, local authorities reported.
The defendant's attorney filed motions to dismiss three statements she made to law enforcement, and the judge denied all three.
The crash happened at around 9:26 a.m. Sunday on Rochester Road at Lonesome Oak Drive in Oakland Township.
Taylor police used video surveillance to identify the Explorer and the driver involved in the incident.
A 16-year-old driver has died after what may have been a drag racing incident Thursday in Dearborn Heights.
An Ohio man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle Sunday on I-75 in Detroit, Michigan State Police reported.
A man waiting at a bus stop on Dequindre Road was the fatal victim of a hit-and-run accident, police reported.
One man is dead as the result of a crash Wednesday at the ramp from southbound I-275 to I-94, police reported.
A 14-year-old from Detroit was struck and killed after getting out of a vehicle on I-41 in Wisconsin, reports say.
A Novi man was snowmobiling in Emmet County Tuesday when he was reported missing, and then found dead.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
The clerk's office said voters should receive the new ballots by Saturday, Oct. 11.
Police say the driver may have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The historic flooding event in Detroit in 2021 left thousands of homeowners dealing with damage they never expected, with water reaching as high as their cars and leaving homes like Paula Coleman's completely devastated.
A Detroit school assistant principal is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor earlier this week, according to the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office.
Michigan WIC clients are waiting to find out whether they will continue to get infant formula and fresh produce through the federally-funded program.
Police say the driver may have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
Redevelopment continues at the former J.L. Hudson Department store site in downtown Detroit with an office building now complete.
He was fired from the staff in 2022 after another employee caught him urinating where they dump out the ice from the Zamboni.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $46, around $11 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
A car parts manufacturing company in Metro Detroit is shifting gears on plans to build a new plant, and the CEO says tariffs are partially to blame.
Stellantis reports that it has identified a data breach on a third-party provider's platform, which supports North American customers.
A 15-gallon tank of gas costs motorists about $47, around $10 less than the highest price drivers paid in July 2024.
A rare piece of automotive history is making its way to the Motor City this fall, when the Detroit Historical Museum installs a 1963 Chrysler Turbine.
Disney is hiking single-day ticket prices at two of it most popular parks for certain holiday periods.
A Metro Detroit haunted house prepares its scare actors for the Halloween season by sending them to school.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
As one of the largest bears that resides along Brooks River at Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, 32 Chunk was estimated to be over 1,200 pounds.
Americans still concerned about persistent inflation and weaker hiring, according to a closely watched consumer confidence gauge.
The government shutdown entered its 10th day Friday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan. Follow live updates.
Government workers say a prolonged shutdown would exact a severe toll, while affirming their commitment to public service.
Mike Matheson had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens spoiled Detroit's season opener with a 5-1 victory over the Red Wings.
As celebrations have filled the streets of both Israel and Gaza following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement, reactions are pouring in over 5,000 miles away in Metro Detroit.
Three of the doctors who cared for patients in the aftermath of Sunday's attack on a Michigan church met with news media Wednesday to share their thoughts and experiences in handling a mass casualty situation.
Michigan school districts have made case-by-case decisions on cafeteria meals while waiting for the state budget to be approved.
Nurses who were on strike "ran to help" after the shooting in Grand Blanc, the Teamsters union said
For more than three decades, Donna Session dedicated her life to teaching Detroit students, becoming known as both a hero and a fighter.
A Michigan high school junior varsity football player is recovering after suffering a fractured spine after an opposing player jumped on him at the end of a play.
Banana Ball is including Detroit on its 2026 tour – and the league says it's time to sign up for a chance to buy tickets.
Mike Matheson had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens spoiled Detroit's season opener with a 5-1 victory over the Red Wings.
Even after blowing a three-run lead in Detroit with a chance to clinch the AL Division Series, the Seattle Mariners can redeem themselves at home in a winner-take-all Game 5 on Friday.
Riley Greene and Javier Báez homered in a four-run sixth inning and the Detroit Tigers kept their season alive with a 9-3 win over the Seattle Mariners in Game 4 of the American League Division Series.
It's do or die for the Detroit Tigers as they host the Seattle Mariners in Game 4 of an American League Division Series.
Detroit Mayoral Candidate Mary Sheffield was asked about a bevy of issues on this week's Michigan Matters.
Worth billions to the state each year, tourism is Michigan's third-largest industry after autos/manufacturing and agriculture.
With days left to work out a budget compromise or face a state government shutdown, Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall updates the latest.
Detroit's become one of the hottest destinations in the country for big-time conventions. What's driving the interest?
It's a look at growing two-way ties between Michigan and Japan on this Sunday's Michigan Matters.
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The first phase of President Trump's peace plan for Israel and Hamas is moving ahead with Israel saying a ceasefire is now in effect as they withdraw troops from Gaza and anticipate the release of hostages.
The Detroit Tigers are facing off against the Seattle Mariners in Game 5's winner-takes-all. The winner will advance to the ALCS.
A family in Livonia, Michigan, is left scrambling after a truck crashed into their home. Police say the driver may have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The historic flooding event in Detroit of 2021 left thousands of homeowners dealing with damage they never expected, with water reaching as high as their cars and leaving homes like Paula Coleman's completely devastated.