Popular Fox 2 reporter Ron Savage died during firefighting exercise
Ron Savage was more than a journalist; he was a relentless volunteer and advocate for many causes.
Influential journalist Bankole Thompson leaves WDET for new radio station
Thompson hosted “Redline with Bankole Thompson” on WDET for a year, shedding light on poverty, racial disparities and problems plaguing Detroit’s schools.
Farewell, Hawke Fracassa, mentor to underdogs
The former Detroit News editor gained a loyal following of reporters and editors who would do anything for him — because he did everything for us.
Detroit Firehose Challenge: Charlie LeDuff gets soaked for a new local cause
“I pledge $1,000 to my brothers and sisters who look out for my brothers and sisters,” LeDuff said before being soaked with a firehose.
WDIV reporter fends off vitriolic attacks, says activist edited video
WDIV reporter Hank Winchester’s suggestion on MSNBC that some Detroiters are delinquent on their water bills because they’d “rather spend money on cable” has drawn some angry responses.
Detroit activist blasts local TV reporter on MSNBC
Maureen Taylor pulled no punches, saying the WDIV reporter “doesn’t know what the hell he’s talking about.”
Popular WXYZ-TV meteorologist loses eye in fireworks accident
WXYZ-TV Chief Meteorologist Dave Rexroth is scheduled to undergo surgery Wednesday after he was seriously injured in a fireworks accident.
Charlie LeDuff interviews dead politicians for Fox 2 News in search of solutions for Detroit
If there’s any journalist in Detroit with access to dead politicians, it’s Charlie LeDuff.
Sources: Before threatening to kill ex-wife of state official, Detroit News reporter was headed to WXYZ-TV Channel 7
Fleming’s coverage of city hall and its budget crisis often landed on the front page, and he built a respectable following.