Safety violations force ‘immediate’ evacuation of Russell Industrial Center
The Russell Industrial Center is a popular complex with studios, galleries, workspaces and more than 150 tenants.
New Detroit fire commissioner protects whistleblower from punishment
On the past administration’s last day on Friday, the top brass went after a firefighter who blew the whistle on serious safety violations.
Firefighters endangered by unsafe air tanks that violate state, federal laws
Firefighters are forced to rely on noncompliant hoses, engine pumps, air bottles, self-contained respirators, pressurized extinguishers and aerial and ground ladders.
Detroit replaces rescue squad with pickup truck; another rig breaks down
The city’s top fire official has maintained the fleet “is up to snuff,” despite persistent problems that endanger residents.
Records: Detroit firehouses riddled with asbestos, mold, lead paint & fire hazards
Some of the most hazardous buildings in Detroit are the city’s 40 firehouses.
Exclusive: Detroit neglects hundreds of hydrants in downtown and neighborhoods
Firefighters are losing control of fires because many streets have no working hydrants.
Northville teen develops crime-fighting cell phone app to empower citizens
The high school senior needs your help winning funding for cutting-edge tool.
Scary shopper, super creep: Shopping while female in Detroit
I jumped and let out a slight squeal. This guy was right up on me. Again.
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.
Thieves loot Detroit fire station of beds, belongings, TVs
Gone was the entire kitchen that firefighters had remodeled with their own money for Christmas 2011.