A federal medical team will remain on-site for at least 45 days at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital due to a surge of COVID-19 infections. Bob Riney, chief operating officer for Henry Ford, says federal help is needed and wanted during the latest surge of COVID-19 in the state. “But the reality is, we're grateful that..
U of M Health urges patients to avoid emergency rooms and seek alternate options during latest surge of COVID-19
University of Michigan Health System is reaching capacity in its emergency rooms due to a fourth surge of COVID-19. According to health officials, there are other urgent and emergent cases increase at this time of year like heart attacks and strokes. Dr. David Miller is the president of University of Michigan Health System. He says..
Wayne Mobile Health Clinic Works to Address Disparities in the Health System
The Wayne Health Mobile Health Unit continues to partner with local organizations and businesses to offer on-site medical attention to people who need health care. Phillip Levy is the Chief Innovation Officer for Wayne Health. He says since hitting the streets in 2020, outreach has expanded across the state. They have worked with over 250 different..
Grammy-Nominated Producer Filthy Rockwell’s Annual Toy Drive Grows into Community Effort
The nonprofit organization Filthy Cares has teamed up with corporate partners and local businesses to give away Christmas presents. Grammy Award-winning producer and entrepreneur Filthy Rockwell goes door to door as part of his annual "Adopt-A-Block" program delivering gifts, treats and food to unsuspecting families. He says he never expected the program to grow into an..
“One Night Without a Bed” Aims to Raise Awareness On the Youth Homelessness Crisis
Through its month-long “One Night Without a Bed” challenge, the Detroit Phoenix Center aims to raise awareness about the youth homelessness crisis. According to the organization, 4.2 million young people around the world experience homelessness each year. The Phoenix Center is encouraging community members to sleep one night without a bed, anywhere, as long as it's out..
Michigan’s Top Doctor on COVID-19 Surge, Omicron: “Our Best Bet” Is to Get Vaccination Rate Up
Michigan continues to see high COVID-19 case rates as hospitalizations reached a new high Wednesday, eclipsing the previous record for the fifth straight time that the state has reported data. Hospitals are being overwhelmed with the number of patients with nearly 4,700 patients statewide. A U.S. military medical team was deployed to Grand Rapids, Saginaw and..
Southfield Student Removed From School for Possessing Gun
A Southfield student was removed from school and taken into police custody Thursday for possessing a handgun. Officials say another student informed the school that a 17-year-old had been carrying the weapon for weeks at Southfield Regional Academic Campus. A student resource officer found the loaded handgun. Southfield Chief of Police Elvin Barren says the..
Federal Money May Have Helped Residents Pay Tax Bills on Time, Wayne County Treasurer Says
Darci E. McConnell Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree says due to stimulus checks and unemployment benefits last year, more Wayne County residents were able to pay their tax bills on time last year. From Oct. 1, 2020 to Sept. 30, 2021, the treasurer's office says compared to the previous four years, there have been more..
Tree Lighting Ceremony Returns to Campus Martius in Downtown Detroit
The annual tree lighting in downtown Detroit makes its return with visitors in attendance since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The 65-foot northern Michigan spruce will be the center of attention as people head to Campus Martius Park for ice skating, hot cocoa and horse-drawn carriage rides. The festive event is from 5 p.m. to midnight..
Pope Francis Center Relocates to TCF Center to Meet Growing Need
The Pope Francis Center in Detroit has been serving the city’s unhoused population for 30 years. It all began when the pastors at Saints Peter and Paul Jesuit Church in downtown Detroit opened their doors offering coffee and a warm place to rest. The efforts have since grown into an independent nonprofit organization in 2015. Guests..