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Birmingham homeowner Alex Simpson has been charged with disorderly conduct, breach of the peace, and public nuisance following a viral pool party. He pleaded not guilty and claims the city's response was disproportionate, citing doxxing of his family and additional legal actions against him, including revocation of permits and a request to resign from his position as an alternate hearing officer.

The Southfield Go 4 It event provided free car seat inspections and bike helmet fittings to improve child safety. Local 4 partnered with Henry Ford Health and the Detroit Health Department to address improper car seat installations, which reduce injury risk by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers when correctly used.

Albert Speier, a resident of Warren's Lafayette Place manufactured housing community, faced a $40 to $581.26 water bill increase in May with no proof of a claimed leak, leading to an eviction notice. He paid half the bill but received a demand to vacate after unresolved disputes.

Local 4 received complaints about autoworkers at Ford and Stellantis facing hazardous air quality due to Canadian wildfire smoke. Stellantis stated it prioritizes employee health, has implemented safety measures, and air quality tests remain below OSHA limits. Ford was contacted for comment.

Steve Yzerman is no longer the general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, though he will remain involved in hockey operations until a successor is named. Fan reactions to his hiring seven years ago were largely positive, but recent comments reflect disappointment with his tenure's outcomes.

Huntington Bank is closing 13 branches in Michigan by the end of next month due to a distribution network review. Customers will retain access through nearby branches, ATMs, and digital banking, with most closures occurring by late August except Traverse City, which will close in mid-November.

Five candidates for Michigan governor in the 2026 race participated in interviews with Local 4, discussing priorities like education, affordability, and public safety. Current Governor Gretchen Whitmer is term-limited and not running again. The primary election is scheduled for August 4.

Detroit police held a press conference after a baby was found unharmed in a kidnapping and carjacking incident on the city’s east side. The child was recovered safely in a stolen vehicle located near Edmore and Redmond, and police are investigating the suspect.

A baby was found safe after a reported kidnapping and carjacking incident in Detroit. The 911 call occurred on July 8 near Chalmers and Glenwood streets, and police later located the stolen car with the child at Edmore and Redmond. The Detroit Police Department is investigating and seeking information.

A 5-year-old child was shot in the arm on Detroit’s west side near Lindsay Street on July 7. The child is expected to recover, according to police, but no details about the circumstances or suspects were provided.

Metro Detroit is experiencing a break from a week of extreme weather, including a heat wave and severe storms, with more rain expected by Thursday. The region saw temperatures above 100 degrees, damaging winds, and flooding earlier in the week, but drier and cooler conditions have returned temporarily.

A 99-year-old woman lost $1,300 to a hearing aid provider through AARP’s network after being promised upgrades that never arrived. AARP is replacing the aids and removing the provider, Robinson Hearing Centers, following Local 4’s intervention.

Five people, including two juveniles, were shot during an annual Fourth of July block party in Mount Clemens. The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident near Court Street and Clemens Street, where emergency personnel transported all victims to hospitals. The shooting disrupted a neighborhood gathering that typically draws hundreds of attendees.

Buster Robbins, accused in the 1989 rape and murder of Beverly Wivell, was released on bond on July 2 and has a pre-trial hearing scheduled for September 2026. Investigators used forensic genealogy testing to identify Robbins, whose DNA matched evidence from the crime scene. The trial, initially set for July 20, was rescheduled to October 2026.

Local 4 volunteers and partners helped pack food boxes for Gleaners Community Food Bank's Hunger Free Summer initiative in Taylor, aiming to address food insecurity for children during school breaks. The event, supported by Citizens Bank and Rocket Community Fund, focused on providing meals to families facing summer financial challenges, with volunteers assembling boxes containing 24 pounds of food each.

Police are investigating a 'domestic violence-related' homicide at a home in Farmington Hills. The suspect is in custody, and authorities remain on the scene as the investigation continues. Witnesses reported seeing multiple police cars at the 31000 block of Middlebelt Road in the Franklin Knolls neighborhood.

Police shot a person on Detroit’s west side on June 25, prompting an investigation. Emergency crews responded to the 18900 block of Rosemont Avenue and 7 Mile Road, but the victim’s condition remains undisclosed. Authorities have not released details about the incident’s circumstances or the officers involved.

Approximately 400,000 children in Michigan face hunger during summer break due to loss of school meal access. Local 4 and Gleaners Community Food Bank partner to provide meals through the Hunger Free Summer initiative, relying on volunteers and donations to distribute food across Southeast Michigan.

A Canton woman, LaShara Peake-Lewis, was double-billed by Progressive insurance for months after a policy error involving two leased vehicles. After contacting Local 4 for assistance, Progressive resolved the issue and cleared her balance.

Thirty years after JonBenét Ramsey's murder, her father, John Ramsey, continues to seek answers. He is set to speak at the Crime Unfiltered event in Royal Oak, advocating for new investigative efforts and DNA testing as the case remains unsolved.

A BP gas station near Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus is under investigation by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel for allegedly charging up to 72% more than competitors. The station, operated by William Bazzi of M-Twelve Fuels, LLC, has faced over 16 consumer complaints in 2025 and 2026, with recent prices as high as $5.89 per gallon for cash compared to nearby stations charging $3.48 to $4.07. Prices dropped to $5.14 per gallon after a confrontation with investigators.

A Chesterfield man, Vince Johnson, claims his car was damaged at Jax Kar Wash on May 29, leading to $863.63 in repair costs. Despite multiple attempts to seek reimbursement, he received no response until Local 4 intervened, prompting partial communication but no resolution.

Seniors at a Clinton Township senior apartment complex report being stranded in the lobby without medication due to broken elevators. Management claims to have ordered two new elevators, but residents describe ongoing issues impacting their ability to access medical needs and appointments.