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It's Spring Break time, and that means many Michigan families will be heading to water parks or beaches. Head of aquatics at Zehnder's Splash Village in Frankenmuth, Chris Bartnikowski, urges parents to never leave their children unsupervised. He spoke with WWJ's Beth Fisher. (WWJ Photo)

A California jury ordered Meta and Google to pay a woman $6 million after she argued an addiction to social media negatively impacted her mental health. Western Michigan University sociology professor Whitney DeCamp tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester why the answer isn't as clear as people expect.

Jarvis Butts, 43, has been confirmed dead by suicide according to the Michigan Department of Corrections on March 26. He was sentenced just two weeks ago for secod degree murder, and 5 counts of criminal sexual conduct. He admitted to killing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris back in 2024, and having a sexual relationship with Harris for years. He also admitted to assaulting five other children between...

A bill to make the wood duck Michigan's first state duck breezed through the state legislature, and has now been signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. WWJ's Amanda Forrester spoke with Natural Resources Commission Chair Becky Humphries for what to know about this eye-catching waterfowl. (Photo: Getty Images)

While they'll make their first appearance at Comerica next week, many in our area are excited to see the return of the Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

Michigan State Police Lieutenant Rene Gonzalez tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about the reports coming into some MSP Posts involving a "Trooper Callahan."

WWJ's Jeremy Otto spoke with Tigers legend Alan Trammell about the call-up of top prospect Kevin McGonigle. Photo: Duane Burleson/Getty Images

WWJ's Jackie Paige speaks with Intermediate School District Superintendent, Kenneth Gutman, in Oakland County about a potential tax increase to support schools... after Oakland Schools Board of Education voted to put the millage proposal on the August ballot. (Photo Credit: Justin Sullivan / Getty Images)

Two young men were killed in a high speed chase involving Clinton Township police less than two weeks ago. Now, Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido wants a bill to be passed that would mandate minimum prison sentences for those who run from the cops. WWJ's Taylor Dietz talked to him about the effort. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

The Red Cross needs help to keep up with demand as severe weather is expected to continue impacting Michigan this spring. Recent tornadoes affected more than 217 south Michigan families. Since January 1st, local volunteers provided help to more than 1,581 people after 461 home fires across the state. WWJ's Taylor Dietz talked to Kelly King, the regional chief executive officer of American Red Cros...

Communities across Michigan will join in the third No Kings rally this weekend. Farmington Hills, Sterling Heights and Dearborn are among the local communities where people will be gathering Saturday to voice concerns over the Trump Administration, ICE activity and the ongoing conflict in Iran. Listen in to a news conference held by event organizers. (Photo by Janie Osborne/Getty Images for No Kin...

We talk with Insurance Institute for Highway Safety President David Harkey about the 2026 Top Safety Picks. (Photo: Getty Images)

The Michigan and Michigan State mens basketball teams will play in the Sweet 16 this weekend with the goal of making it to the Final Four and winning the national championship. Detroit will host the 2027 Final Four and members of the organizing committee will be in Indianapolis to learn more. WWJ's Luke Sloan talked with Detroit Local Organizing Committee CEO Dave Beachnau. (Photo credit: Getty Im...

Michigan’s attorney general filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block a proposed ICE detention facility in Romulus, citing zoning and environmental concerns. Federal officials have said immigration detention falls under federal authority and the project could support enforcement operations and local jobs. Click to hear the full announcement.

They're saying he really must have nine lives. A cat found under the rubble of his home after the tornado in Union City earlier this month is going to be OK. Doobie was found two days after the tornado hit that killed one of his beloved humans. The kitty has a leg and pelvic fractures, and his tail had to be amputated. He's now being cared for by at Bronson Veterinary Services in Coldwater, where...

Michigan farmers are paying more for fertilizer because of the war in Iran. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with Michigan Farm Bureau commodity & regulatory relations manager, Theresa Sisung. (photo credit-Michigan Farm Bureau

After a couple of rough months, the Detroit-area real estate market is hoping to pick up for both buyers and sellers. WWJ's Pat Vitale talked with Kathy Broock at Max Broock Realtors. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

A local group is trying to do something the ease the financial burden on TSA workers at Detroit Metro Airport, who've gone a month now without a paycheck during the partial government shutdown. Downriver For Veterans started by putting together Easter baskets for families, but it's grown into much more. WWJ's Pat Vitale spoke with founder Ann Walsh. (Photo: Getty Images)

A new program aimed at helping older adults recover safely after illness, or injury, has now launched in Detroit. Volunteers of America Michigan introduced Health2Home Monday, combining medical respite beds with behavioral health services and housing support. The program serves adults 55 and older across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Supporters say the effort could change how communities re...

BasBlue a local non-profit is scaling its impact with the 2026 Bold Women Summit on March 31st to round up Women’s History Month. The event will feature nationally recognized women leaders into an intentionally intimate, access-driven setting. WWJ’s Tracey McCaskill chats with BasBlue CEO Ellen Gilchrist. (Photo: Getty Images)

Spring has arrived and that means many will be thinking about their garden. But it may be too early. WWJ's Jay Dennis talked with Lindsey Kerr, a Consumer Horticulture Educator with the Michigan State University Extension. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

There is less than a month until taxes are due. If you don't have your returns filed and you are looking for help, you may want to get ahold of the Accounting Aid Society. They have 22 sites set up across Metro Detroit and offer free help to taxpayers with household incomes at $69,000 or less. Accounting Aid Society President and CEO Priscilla Perkins talked with WWJ's Jay Dennis. (Photo credit: G...

With gas prices rising to nearly four dollars a gallon in Metro Detroit, some people may consider buying a more fuel-efficient vehicle. WWJ auto analyst John McElroy talked with WWJ's Jay Dennis Sunday morning. (Photo credit: Brian Larsen)

The measles outbreak in Washtenaw County has grown to four cases. The Health Department this afternoon said a new case had been in close contact with the first person who tested positive. Susan Ringler Cerniglia from the Washtenaw County Health Department talked with WWJ's Tracey McCaskill. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

Northville High School grad Dante Nori recaps his time with Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic with WWJ's Jeremy Otto. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)