Tutoring Programs Lead to Future Success for Our Children and Our City
One of the biggest challenges for any urban city, especially Detroit, is education; and as we all know, education is the key to future success in work and life. Our children deserve the finest education possible and tools that will help them succeed not only now, but in the future.
Neighbors want dog owner held accountable
They say at least four bully-breed dogs were inside the garage on Monday night, not because of the cold, but because as many as 15 neighbors started increasing pressure on this breeder through social media, contacting the police, animal control, and attending council meetings.
Detroit Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield holds first town hall
After making history as the first woman elected mayor of Detroit, Mary Sheffield held her first town hall ahead of taking office to get the residents' insight on community issues.
National furniture retailer closing dozens of stores, see the full list
A significant drop in sales is forcing national furniture retailer Value City Furniture to close 33 locations in the coming weeks. VCF’s parent company, American Signature Inc., confirmed the decision last week as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The move comes as the company experienced a dip...
Detroit police want help finding missing 15-year-old girl
DETROIT – Police are seeking information about a 15-year-old girl who went missing in Detroit. Latoya Howell left her residence in the 8800 block of Rutland Street on Thursday (Nov. 25) and failed to return home. She was last seen wearing a black jacket and black leggings. Anyone with...
Criminal cases against controversial Melvindale lieutenant are bound over
The criminal case against a controversial Melvindale police lieutenant accused of multiple felonies was bound over for trial Monday afternoon in 19th District Court in Dearborn.
After ‘very hard year,’ Michigan charities regroup for Giving Tuesday
It’s been a tough year for charitable nonprofits, both in Michigan and nationally, due to economic hardships and federal funding cuts. That’s resulting in an uptick of use but a decline of donations— something nonprofits are drawing attention to this Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday began in 2012...
Revisiting Detroit’s Abandoned Bell Isle Zoo Before It’s Demolished
A detailed look at the overgrown zoo, its decline, and the redevelopment plans now moving forward.
Paul W. Smith Awarded Key to Detroit by Mayor Mike Duggan
Dec. 1, 2025 ~ Mayor Mike Duggan surprises “Focus” host Paul W. Smith with the key to the city before his family calls in to congratulate him. DETROIT, MI ~ Mayor of the City of Detroit and Michigan Gov. candidate Mike Duggan dropped in on 760 WJR‘s studio at the Fisher Building in Downtown Detroit to award “Focus”...
Hazel Park Bottle House, built in 1937 with glass bottles, on the market
A unique home in Metro Detroit, built with colored glass bottles embedded in its stone-encrusted exterior blocks, is now up for sale.
