Friday, February 1 2013 7:00 PM EST2013-02-02 00:00:06 GMT
We're learning more about the victims of Thursday's terrible chain reaction crash on I-75 in southwest Detroit. One woman survived multiple hits while holding onto her dog.
We're learning more about the victims of Thursday's terrible chain reaction crash on I-75 in southwest Detroit. One woman survived multiple hits while holding onto her dog.
Friday, February 1 2013 6:37 PM EST2013-02-01 23:37:35 GMT
John Manolis lovingly remembers his little brother, Larry. The 54-year-old from Allen Park killed in a pileup on I-75 Thursday was a talented architect who loved his family, loved recycling and loved the City of Detroit.
John Manolis lovingly remembers his little brother, Larry. The 54-year-old from Allen Park killed in a pileup on I-75 Thursday was a talented architect who loved his family, loved recycling and loved the City of Detroit.
Thursday, January 31 2013 10:45 PM EST2013-02-01 03:45:26 GMT
Two children and one adult were killed Thursday in a massive pileup on I-75 near Springwells in southwest Detroit. Dozens of cars and semi trucks went out of control.
Two children and one adult were killed Thursday in a massive pileup on I-75 near Springwells in southwest Detroit. Dozens of cars and semi trucks went out of control. Drivers say the snow was falling so fast they couldn't see anything.
Thursday, January 31 2013 1:22 PM EST2013-01-31 18:22:17 GMT
Watch raw video of SkyFOX flying over a massive accident scene along I-75 in southwest Detroit that caused several fatalities and injured numerous people Thursday morning.
Watch raw video of SkyFOX flying over a massive accident scene along I-75 in southwest Detroit that caused several fatalities and injured numerous people Thursday morning.
Thursday, January 31 2013 8:20 PM EST2013-02-01 01:20:30 GMT
Sandy Reynolds was on her way to work on US-23 south of Flint when the wind began to blow. "I was only going around 20 miles-per-hour, but it was still hard to stop."
Sandy Reynolds was on her way to work around 12:30pm on US-23 south of Flint when the wind began to blow. Then she saw brake lights in front of her and she began to slow down. "I was only going around 20 miles-per-hour, but it was still hard to stop
Thursday, January 31 2013 8:16 PM EST2013-02-01 01:16:08 GMT
The wife of a driver involved in the massive chain-reaction crash on I-75 in southwest Detroit says weather conditions were terrible at the time the wrecks started happening.
The wife of a driver involved in the massive chain-reaction crash on I-75 in southwest Detroit says weather conditions were terrible at the time the wrecks started happening.
Thursday, January 31 2013 8:12 PM EST2013-02-01 01:12:19 GMT
The deadly crash scene was huge stretching a mile and a half from Springwells all the way to the Rouge River Bridge along southbound I-75. Witnesses, including the Roper family, believe the weather played a key role.
The deadly crash scene was huge stretching a mile and a half from Springwells all the way to the Rouge River Bridge along southbound I-75. Witnesses, including the Roper family, believe the weather played a key role.
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The crash scene was huge stretching a mile and a half from Springwells all the way to the Rouge River Bridge along southbound I-75. It took a little more than six hours to remove all the wreckage.
Drivers say it all happened fast and there was little time to react, and even people that did have time to hit the brakes did not escape damage and injuries.
A banged up, white Honda Civic was the Ropers' refuge as cars, trucks, SUVs and semis went out of control all around them. The Port Sanilac family braced themselves as they were hit by several different vehicles.
"What's the first thing you saw that told you something was wrong?" I asked Paul Roper.
"A car hit me in the rear. I was braking. I was going slow, and I didn't hit the car in front of me. I braked in plenty of time, but obviously the cars behind me couldn't stop," he said.
Paul kept his cool behind-the-wheel with his wife and a third passenger in the car. All were wearing seatbelts and said airbags also protected them.
"He kept control and we were all fine," said Keitha Roper.
But many of the other drivers on the busy freeway were not so lucky. From our vantage point along I-75 near Springwells, we could see injured people being taken away by EMS and parents and children being ushered out of damaged vehicles to keep warm while firefighters and state troopers searched for victims.
"We basically had to go to every vehicle and talk to the people involved... to make sure that they weren't injured or make sure that if they were injured that they had access to medical care," said Michigan State Police Lieutenant Michael Shaw.
Once all the victims were transported, crews started removing the damaged vehicles.
Witnesses, including the Ropers, believe the weather played a key role in the deadly chain reaction.
"It came on suddenly. In other words, there was a cloud burst that just came down on us very suddenly," Paul said. "We're damn lucky that we didn't get hurt."
The family told me they were headed to Atlanta to meet a new great grandchild. They said they plan to rent a car and continue on their trip.
If you have a car that was involved in the wreck and you need to locate it, check with Michigan State Police.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:31:37 GMT
A home explosion in Royal Oak back in February killed a man and damaged dozens of houses. Now some homeowners are complaining that insurance companies are making repairs difficult.
A home explosion in Royal Oak back in February killed a man and damaged dozens of houses. Now some homeowners are complaining that insurance companies are making repairs difficult.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:59:53 GMT
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:51:26 GMT
A church community in Canton is reeling over the death of a young man. He was just married on Saturday and less than 24 hours later killed in a car crash on the way to the couple's honeymoon. His bride survived.
A church community in Canton is reeling over the death of a young man. He was just married on Saturday and less than 24 hours later killed in a car crash on the way to the couple's honeymoon. His bride survived.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:22 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:22:48 GMT
A Detroit-based startup is taking off and installing green energy systems across the globe. They are taking a unique approach using a network of expert "freelancers."
A Detroit-based startup is taking off and installing green energy systems across the globe. They are taking a unique approach using a network of expert "freelancers."
Friday, May 24 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:58:44 GMT
Police say a woman was held captive at a hotel for several days and forced to have sex around the clock with multiple men, whoever would pay the price. 26-year-old Deante Brown now faces sex trafficking charges.
Police say a woman was held captive at a hotel for several days and forced to have sex around the clock with multiple men, whoever would pay the price. 26-year-old Deante Brown now faces sex trafficking charges.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:18:53 GMT
Dairy Boy keeps getting hit with tire tracks in the yard, so they brought in boulders to act as a visual warning and physical reminder not to cut the corner. Now they've been told those rocks must go.
Dairy Boy keeps getting hit with tire tracks in the yard, so they brought in boulders to act as a visual warning and physical reminder not to cut the corner. Now they've been told those rocks must go.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:34:36 GMT
The pediatrician called him a big baby, his parents believed their boy was genetically destined to be obese, but he proved them all wrong. One day, he made a critical decision and became a weight loss winner.
The pediatrician called him a big baby, his parents believed their boy was genetically destined to be obese, but he proved them all wrong. One day, he made a critical decision and became a weight loss winner.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:54 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:54:08 GMT
More than 150 dogs have been removed from locations owned by a breeding facility in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula, where officials said the animals were living in outdoor enclosures with little protection.
More than 150 dogs have been removed from locations owned by a breeding facility in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula, where officials said the animals were living in outdoor enclosures with little protection.
Friday, May 24 2013 7:06 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:06:29 GMT
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger, an institution for generations of University of Michigan students in Ann Arbor, is about to undergo a historic change of address.
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger, an institution for generations of University of Michigan students in Ann Arbor, is about to undergo a historic change of address.
Friday, May 24 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:54:49 GMT
Gleaming stainless steel circa 1975 provides the once futuristic setting for Southfield's best-kept secret -- Anthony's Coney Cafe inside the IBM building at Nine Mile and Southfield Road.
Gleaming stainless steel circa 1975 provides the once futuristic setting for Southfield's best-kept secret -- Anthony's Coney Cafe inside the IBM building at Nine Mile and Southfield Road.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:31:37 GMT
A home explosion in Royal Oak back in February killed a man and damaged dozens of houses. Now some homeowners are complaining that insurance companies are making repairs difficult.
A home explosion in Royal Oak back in February killed a man and damaged dozens of houses. Now some homeowners are complaining that insurance companies are making repairs difficult.
Friday, May 24 2013 1:52 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:52:39 GMT
Alan Lee asks Wallace if the subject of Viagara will 'come up' in Wallace's scheduled interview with former Senator Bob Dole. Wallace responds, "Comes up, really that's what you're going to say?"
Alan Lee asks Wallace if the subject of Viagara will 'come up' in Wallace's scheduled interview with former Senator Bob Dole. Wallace responds, "Comes up, really that's what you're going to say?"
Friday, May 24 2013 1:29 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:29:01 GMT
School officials say an earlier lockdown at three schools in Allen Park Friday has been lifted.
School officials say an earlier lockdown at three schools in Allen Park Friday has been lifted. Officials say police gave the all-clear at Allen Park Middle School, Lindemann Elementary and Riley Education Center around 12:40 p.m. Friday.
