Michigan’s self-defense laws allow residents to protect themselves using force, including deadly force, under certain conditions. These laws, including the “Stand Your Ground” law and the “Castle Doctrine,” aim to provide clear guidelines for when and how citizens can defend themselves. What Is the Stand Your Ground Law? Michigan’s Stand Your Ground law gives individuals...
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Dallas Cancels New Year’s Eve Drone Show After Florida Incident
DALLAS – The much-anticipated drone show at the Dallas New Year’s Eve bash has been canceled after a recent mishap involving the same drone company during a holiday event in Florida. Sky Elements Drones, a North Texas-based company, informed Reunion Tower it would not participate in this year’s event. The decision comes after some of...
Maryland Travelers Face Crowded Roads, Packed Rails, and Busy Airports Post-Holiday
BALTIMORE — The post-holiday travel rush is in full swing as millions of people nationwide return home after visiting loved ones. Maryland has been no exception, with busy highways, airports, and train stations. AAA Mid-Atlantic estimates that 2.3 million Marylanders traveled for the holidays, with most opting to drive. Across the country, the TSA expects...
7 Metro Detroit Bars and Restaurants That Closed Their Doors in 2024, Marking the End of an Era
In 2024, several beloved bars and restaurants in Metro Detroit closed their doors, marking the end of an era for many local dining spots. From long-established eateries to newer favorites, these closures reflect the challenges businesses face in the ever-changing hospitality industry. Whether due to financial struggles, shifting consumer preferences, or other unforeseen circumstances, each...
Detroit Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of 37-year-old, Family Demands Justice
Loved ones sobbed during a candlelight memorial on Detroit’s west side Thursday night for a man who was shot and murdered this week. According to Detroit police, Tommy “Mike” Ireland, 37, was shot and died Monday evening. The incident took place on Kercheval Avenue, near Belvidere Street on the city’s east side. The family of...
Jersey Chefs Fight Back Against Rising Food Costs with Menu Changes
If you’ve noticed higher prices on restaurant menus lately, you’re not alone. Food costs have skyrocketed since the pandemic, driven by inflation, supply chain issues, changing consumer habits, and even disease outbreaks. From 2019 to 2023, food prices rose an average of 25%, leaving North Jersey chefs and restaurateurs scrambling to adapt. “It’s a weird...
Two Drivers Hospitalized After Head-on Collision on 12 Mile Road in Macomb Township
According to officials, two drivers were hospitalized following a head-on collision Thursday evening in Macomb Township. According to a news release from the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 5:36 p.m. on 12 Mile Road near Indian Pointe Drive, also known as Heydenreich Road. According to the statement, a Ford Fusion driving west...
Fatal Christmas Eve Crash in Kankakee County: Heavy-duty Tow Truck Driver Killed, Son Seriously Hurt in Head-on Collision
A collision between a heavy-duty tow truck and another semi-trailer truck occurred on Christmas Eve in Kankakee County, Illinois. The collision resulted in the death of a tow truck driver and the serious injury of his son, who was 15 years old.” On Christmas Eve, shortly after seven o’clock in the morning, a truck driver...
Investigation Underway After Human Leg Found Along Palos Verdes Coastline
A chilling discovery was made on Christmas morning when a family out for a walk on a beach in Palos Verdes stumbled upon a human leg washed up along the shoreline. The leg, which was found resting atop some rocks near the water, has left both authorities and residents in shock. The Rancho Palos Verdes...
Triple Fatality in Baldwin Park: What We Know About the Deadly Accident So Far
Authorities are investigating a tragic incident in Baldwin Park that left three people dead Thursday night. The deaths were reported around 6:48 p.m. on the 4700 block of Bogart Avenue, a residential area in Baldwin Park, California. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, officers arrived at the scene to find three victims —...