Who is Malice Green? Too many people have forgotten in Detroit
The brutal beating of Malice Green drew national outrage in 1992.
Doctors try to save unborn baby’s life after mom killed
Gunfire rang out on Detroit’s west side shortly before 1 p.m. today, killing two and critically injuring another.
Live Blog: Detroit battles arsons on Angels’ Night, Halloween
The cash-strapped Detroit Fire Department is expected to respond to dozens of arsons as Angels’ Night gets underway. We’ll monitor the action and provide up-to-the-minute updates on every reported fire.
Abandoned Packard Plant sells for surprising $6 million
The symbol of Detroit’s industrial decline attracted 111 bids from around the world.
Packard Plant bids reach $225,000 as auction ends today
Whoever buys the lawless wasteland will incur hefty costs for a property that is constantly on fire and crumbling.
Gunman opens fire at senior housing center, killing 2 women
The 65-year-old shooter used a rifle and then barricaded himself in the complex.
Tourists carjacked while taking photos at Packard Plant
The carjacking is just the latest attack at what has become a lawless wasteland on Detroit’s east side.
Heidelberg Project rebuilds after fire claims eclectic home
It was the second fire to strike the world-famous art installation on Detroit’s east side in the past year.
Riding with Benny: A look at Napoleon’s neighborhood plan
During our one-hour drive, we saw scrappers, suspected drug dealers, a loose pit bull, gang-related graffiti, wide-open abandoned homes, dilapidated businesses and yards covered in trash.
Department of Justice shuts down Amber Alert system
Gone are pictures and urgent information about missing children.