Warren Weekly

Published December 13, 2019

WARREN — Since many girls struggle with self-esteem issues as early as elementary school, Van Dyke Public Schools officials have brought in a program to help those students.

Published December 13, 2019

Center Line first responders step up to assist shooting victim and family

CENTER LINE — Christmas came early for Kaitlyn Jolly and her children, but 2019 was anything but rosy and bright for the Center Line family.

Published December 13, 2019

Meijer, firefighters play Santa Claus for local children

WARREN — Christmas with a Firefighter has become an annual tradition between the Warren Fire Department and Van Dyke Public Schools.

Published December 13, 2019

Fouts: ‘It’s like the Wild West of recreational marijuana’

WARREN — Mayor Jim Fouts is now vowing to veto City Council action on an ordinance governing recreational marijuana businesses in Warren.

Published December 13, 2019

‘We are maintaining a healthy fund balance’

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County’s 2020 budget is now finalized.

Published December 12, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 13-15

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 11, 2019

Alleged suspect caught after 7-Eleven robbery

WARREN — A suspect who allegedly used a ski mask and a BB gun to rob an employee at 7-Eleven early Dec. 10 was spotted on foot nearby by a Warren patrol officer and arrested without further incident.

Published December 11, 2019

Readers share their favorite holiday mishap tales

METRO DETROIT — Behind every social media snapshot of glittering trees, wonderstruck kiddos on Santa’s lap and families toasting over a bountiful dinner is someone who is haggard and weary and probably cursing a little bit after working hard to make the magic happen.

Published December 11, 2019

Minimal holiday decorating can still make a major impact

METRO DETROIT — A towering, ornament-laden Christmas tree, lights strung with care over the entire front of the house, and a yard filled with festive decorations are great, but not everyone has the time or energy to deck the halls with tinsel, garland and endless boughs of holly.

Published December 11, 2019

Bridging the miles with technology

METRO DETROIT — It would be unusual for a day to pass without Brendan Ross, of St. Clair Shores, or his wife texting one or another of their children or grandchildren, who live out of state.

Published December 6, 2019

Jobs, roads and criminal justice reform highlight Hackel address

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel delivered his ninth annual State of Macomb County address Dec. 4 at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts in ClintonTownship, touting six key metrics for success: jobs, housing, income, financial stability, population and educational attainment.

Published December 6, 2019

Fire burns home in Center Line

CENTER LINE — Two firefighters suffered minor injuries battling a blaze that spread into the attic and eaves of a two-story home on Alex Street in Center Line Dec. 2. The occupants of the home — a man, a woman and a group of teens — reportedly exited the home safely after calling 911.

Published December 6, 2019

Suspect remains jailed in shooting death

WARREN — India Elise Mackey was fatally shot in a van parked in a Warren neighborhood on Nov. 19. Investigators said she recorded her alleged killer with her phone a short time before the shot was fired.

Published December 6, 2019

Jump With Jill highlights nutrition through rock show

WARREN — Clad in shiny pants, tennis shoes that lit up, a pink hair bow and a T-shirt with a cool design, Catherine Baird was every bit the rock ’n’ roll star when she visited Cromie Elementary School the afternoon of Dec. 2.

Published December 5, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 6-8

Your guide to this weekend's events

Anyone with information about the Jeep or the driver involved can reach Warren police at (586) 574-4700. Tips can also be made anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP or online at www.1800speakup.org.

Published December 4, 2019

Jeep, driver sought after man struck and killed on Van Dyke in Warren

WARREN — Warren police are looking for the driver of a silver 2009 Jeep Liberty who drove off after allegedly running down a pedestrian on Van Dyke Avenue north of Eight Mile Road Nov. 29.

Published December 4, 2019

Chief Circuit Court judge reappointed for two-year term

MACOMB COUNTY — The Michigan Supreme Court has reappointed James M. Biernat Jr. for an additional two-year term as chief judge for the 16th Judicial Circuit, Macomb County Probate, and 42nd District courts.

Published December 4, 2019

Senior citizen killed in Warren condo fire

WARREN — A 73-year-old Warren resident reportedly succumbed to smoke and flames that broke out in a condominium in the Bear Creek Village community near Chicago Road and Van Dyke avenue Dec. 3.

Published December 4, 2019

Give more than gifts this season with customized presents

METRO DETROIT — Hey, gift cards are great. But sometimes, a holiday gift needs to have a more distinctive touch. A personalized item can sometimes say what plastic can’t: You’re unlike anyone else.

Published December 4, 2019

Winterize homes before the blizzards hit

METRO DETROIT — Snowfall and cold temperatures have hit southeast Michigan relatively early this year, but those looking to protect their homes for the upcoming winter season still have time.