‘It’s like a reunion.’ Hundreds gather for Ann Arbor’s 28th African American festival
ANN ARBOR, MI — Khalil Peaks has been with Ann Arbor’s African American Festival since the beginning. “When I started my business back in the ’70s, and when this festival started, I enjoyed coming up here because I could reminisce about when I was going to school,” Peaks said.
“Base Camp” Brings the Flavors and Spirit of the Himalayas to Ann Arbor
Tucked into a cozy plaza in Ann Arbor, Base Camp has quietly become a culinary gem over the past year. Located at 5060 Jackson Road — formerly home to Fresh Forage — this unique restaurant brings together the rich, aromatic traditions of Nepal, India, Tibet and Bhutan under one roof. Since its opening, it has built a...
Man leads multi-day Metro Detroit police chase in semi truck
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A multi-day police chase that spanned over more than a dozen cities in Metro Detroit ended in an arrest on Monday. The chase started on Saturday in Dearborn and concluded at Eastern Market in Detroit where the arrest itself happened around 2 p.m. at the corner of Market Street and Winder.
City of Dexter to consider updating food truck rules
The Dexter City Council is expected to begin a discussion tonight about what changes are needed, if any, regarding operating food trucks in the city. Currently in Dexter, food trucks are allowed temporarily on public property during special events. There are no specific regulations for private property. Zoning laws...
Saline’s Female Police Officers Share Their Stories in Behind the Badge
Saline’s female police officers, including Chief Marlene Radzik, share their reasons for joining the force, challenges faced, and how they’re reshaping perceptions in law enforcement. Saline’s Police Chief Marlene Radzik is a busy person. You may find her at the Saline Area Senior Center giving a presentation on...
Yuengling announces they’re coming to Michigan in August
Michigan beer lovers will soon be able to get one of their most requested brands in our state. Yuengling announced today on Facebook that they will be coming to Michigan in August.
Royal Oak Woman Charged with First-Degree Murder in Mother’s Death Following Mental Health Crisis...
An Oakland County woman has been taken into custody after her 66-year-old mother was found with a fatal neck wound. Jennifer Suzanne Cataldo, 45, of Royal Oak, was charged with first-degree premeditated murder last Friday. Police had responded to an emergency call from her mother, Leslie Ann Cataldo, stating her...
New University of Michigan poll finds older adults unprepared for long-term care needs
More than 2/3 of adults who reach the age of 65 will need long-term care. That sobering statistic comes from University of Michigan Health. Assisted living, a nursing home or at-home care is a reality for many over 65. But a new poll led by the University of Michigan finds 45% of adults over 50 think the issue is too...
Chinese student accused of smuggling biological materials arrested at Detroit Metro Airport
DETROIT – A citizen of the People’s Republic of China accused of smuggling goods into the United States was arrested at Detroit Metro Airport. It’s unrelated to the University of Michigan scholar accused of bringing crop fungus through the airport days prior. According to the complaint, Chengxuan...
Sister of former Ohio State star QB ready to make her mark at Michigan
When Jessica Fields called her older brother to tell him her college choice, he hung up immediately. Fields had picked Michigan. Her brother, Justin, had been a star quarterback at Ohio State. They’d been on a family vacation when she scheduled her official visit to Ann Arbor; Justin bristled at...