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Michigan government shutdown avoided, but federal gov't shuts down overnight

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 10:04


While Governor Whitmer signed a continuation budget for Michigan, the federal government shutdown early Wednesday morning. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Wednesday morning news. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

Bomb threat closes a Michigan community college

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 9:19


Afternoon and evening classes are canceled at Monroe County Community College after a bomb threat. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Feds seek more information about Grand Blanc Twp church shooter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:58


Investigators are still working to figure out a motive, two days after the mass shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

BONUS: Witness says 'we need God, we need Jesus' as bodies pile up on church lawn in Michigan mass shooting: the latest on gun violence in America

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 21:54


A former Marine decorated his truck with American flags and drove it into a small-town church yesterday in Michigan, setting the building ablaze and opening fire, killing at least four. Here's the latest.

Governor Whitmer, FBI update investigation into Grand Blanc church shooting

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 9:44


An update this afternoon from officials in Grand Blanc, a day after a gunman opened fire in a Mormon church, killing four people. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Tim Pamplin/WWJ)

Death toll expected to rise in Grand Blanc Township church shooting

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 10:30


Local, state and federal agencies are investigating a deadly shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township. Five people, including the shooter, have died, but authorities say some people are unaccounted for. The Governor has ordered flags lowered to half staff in honor of the victims. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Monday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

Pontiac mom accused of abandoning her kids for years now fighting for custody

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 8:10


A Pontiac woman accused of abandoning her kids for five years is now fighting for custody. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Mandi Wright / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Boil water advisory to remain in effect in Novi, Walled Lake thru weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 10:18


Repairs are continuing Friday at the site of the water main break in Novi. Crews are making progress, according to the Great Lakes water Authority. A Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect through the weekend. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Friday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

Major clean up efforts underway after Novi water main break

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 8:52


A broken water main along 14 Mile Road in Novi has closed schools, prompted boil water alerts, and now a watering ban has gone into effect in the area. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Water main break leads to boil water advisory for thousands of Novi residents

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 11:28


A 42-inch water main broke Thursday morning causing low, or no, water pressure for thousands of residents near 14 Mile and M-5. WWJ's Jackie Paige has your Thursday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

Suspect in Macomb county gas station murder appears in court

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 8:49


The suspect in the Macomb county Meijer gas station murder was in front of a judge today. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Macomb Co. Prosecutor's Office)

Flood Watch issued for Metro Detroit until 8 p.m.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 10:26


Heavy rain in some parts of southeastern Michigan has led to a Flood Watch for Wayne, Macomb and Oakland counties. Rainfall totals of one to four inches of rain has fallen overnight. (Photo credit: National Weather Service)

MDOT wants drivers to be alert after a crash in Novi kills two people

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 8:56


The Michigan Department of Transportation wants to remind drivers to be alert following a crash in Novi this morning that killed 2 people. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

2 drivers dead after early morning crash along I-96 in Novi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 10:08


Michigan State Police and the Novi Police Department are investigating an early Tuesday morning crash in which two cars burst into flames. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-96 near Beck Road. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

100 million dollar lawsuit filed in hyperbaric chamber death of little boy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 8:33


A grieving family in Metro Detroit is seeking justice following the death of their 5-year-old son. WWJ's Tony Ortiz has the afternoon's top news stories.

Man arrested, accused of stabbing a woman to death in Shelby Township

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 10:11


The Shelby Township Police Department has one man in custody after he allegedly stabbed a woman to death at a Meijer gas station. WWJ's Chris Fillar has your Monday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ Newsradio 950)

Lots of finger pointing as Michigan lawmakers struggle to reach budget deal

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 10:25


As debate over a budget deal continues among Lansing lawmakers, organizers from several workforce and healthcare support groups are sounding the alarm over the potential damage a state government shutdown could cause. That's our top story as WWJ's Tony Ortiz runs down the local headlines for your Friday afternoon in Metro Detroit. (Photo: Getty Images)

Detroit police shooting leaves suspect in critical condition

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 10:58


A suspect who ran from police was shot by officers Thursday night on the city's east side. It happened at Moross and Kelly when members of the gang intelligence agency were conducting an investigation. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Friday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ Newsroom)

Detroit's Mayor responds to idea of bringing National Guard to the city

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 9:24


A day after Vice President JD Vance visited Howell and suggested sending the National Guard to the streets of Detroit -- Mayor Mike Duggan is responding. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Dozens of shots fired outside Detroit motorcycle club, 1 hurt

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 10:33


Detroit police are investigating an early Thursday morning shooting that left one man hospitalized. Neighbors say they heard a slew of gunshots and police put down as many as 90 markers that show bullet casings or other evidence. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Thursday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

Vice President suggests feds open to sending National Guard to Detroit

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 10:08


Speaking to a crowd of supporters in Howell Vice President JD Vance suggest the White House is open to sending American troops to the streets of Detroit. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Cyber attack in South Lyon School District, classes cancelled for 3rd day

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 10:25


Students in the South Lyon School District have a third straight day off as administrators and IT professionals try to restore the network affected by a cyber attack. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Wednesday morning news. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

Governor Whitmer warns the economy is slowing

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 9:00


Governor Whitmer expressing the urgency of passing a state budget during a speech in Lansing. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: MI Governor's Office)

Families lose everything in fire that destroyed 3 mobile homes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 10:13


Three families are trying to recover after losing everything in a fire that destroyed three homes in the Meadow Lake mobile home park in White Lake Township. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: Go Fund Me)

New report on response to the shooting at Oxford High School

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 9:49


A new report on the mass shooting at Oxford High School says the four students who died wouldn't have survived if help had arrived earlier. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Ford to demolish world headquarters, move to Henry Ford II World Center

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:24


Ford employees will be moving from the Glass House headquarters in Dearborn to the newly named Henry Ford II World Center near Greenfield Village. The current headquarters building will be demolished. WWJ's Jackie Paige has your Monday morning news. (Photo credit: Ford Motor Company)

Foundation giving millions to help support Detroit neighborhoods

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 9:32


One local foundation is using MILLIONS of dollars to invest into Detroit neighborhoods -- and an announcement revealed that its headquarters is going to be built on the Marygrove College campus. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Police investigate stabbing near high school football game

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 10:01


Detroit Police continue to search for a suspect following a stabbing near a high school. It happened last night on Fairview Street, near Detroit Southeastern High School. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Friday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ Newsroom).

Contractor suspended for dumping contaminated dirt at several Detroit sites

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:15


The city of Detroit slaps a contractor with a suspension for allegedly dumping contaminated dirt at a number of sites across the city. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

3 children shot at Port Huron apartment, father arrested

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:43


Three children were shot and one has died as a result of a domestic situation in Port Huron early Thursday morning. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your morning news briefs. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

Motorcyclist dies after crash involving semi, several other vehicles

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:41


I-75 was shutdown in southwest Detroit for several hours overnight after a motorcyclist was hit by a semi and several other cars. The Detroit man died at the scene. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Wednesday morning news. (WWJ Photo)

Lots of angry drivers as police crack down on speeders in Detroit

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 9:30


Dozens of speeding citations have been handed out to drivers by the Detroit police traffic enforcement team today on one busy street on the city's east side. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill has the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Darrylin Horne/WWJ)

Woman found murdered in Canton home

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 10:17


Canton police have launched an investigation after a 30 year old woman was found dead in a home in the area of Pinehurst Drive and Cherry Hill Road. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Tuesday morning news. (WWJ Photo)

Boat with two people and a dog onboard explodes in St. Clair Shores

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 9:42


A boat with two people and a dog onboard at the time explodes over the weekend in St. Clair Shores. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill and Chris Keyzer have the afternoon's top news stories.

Online threat leads to extra police patrols at South Lyon middle school

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 10:08


Oakland County Sheriff deputies will be at a local middle middle school following a threat made over the weekend. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Monday morning news. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

Controversy in Dearborn Heights over a "mock-up" police patch in Arabic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 9:30


Controversy in Dearborn Heights after what the Mayor is calling "a mock-up version of a police patch" was posted online. WWJ's Chris Keyzer and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Image credit: DHPD)

Fire destroys 8 condo units in Westland, cause under investigation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 10:34


An early morning fire in Westland destroyed eight condominiums and damaged several others. No injuries were reported. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Friday morning news. (Photo credit: WWJ's Charlie Langton)

Inkster police searching for man they say escaped custody from a hospital

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 8:18


Police in Inkster are searching for a suspect they say escaped custody from a hospital. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill and Chris Keyzer have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Inkster PD)

More roundabouts planned for Oakland County, safety is priority

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 10:43


It's a look at potential road projects in Oakland County based on fresh safety data. And a $2 million Powerball ticket sold in Detroit. WWJ's Jackie Paige has your Thursday morning news. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

McDonald's worker accused of murdering her manager back in court

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 8:37


A woman accused of stabbing her manager to death at an Eastpointe McDonald's was back in court on Wednesday. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Jon Hewett/WWJ)

Redford man arrested, evidence found in murder of Hazel Park mother and son

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 11:25


Hazel Park detectives worked with the Oakland County Sheriff's Department to execute a search warrant at a home in Pontiac where the suspect was arrested for the murder of Linda Hill and her son Kardi Jackson. Charges are pending. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Chris Fillar have your Wednesday morning news.

Family members mourning murdered Hazel Park mom and 12 year old

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 9:10


Family members are mourning the loss of a Hazel Park mother and her 12-year-old son who were murdered last night in their home. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

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