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1 week ago | 
wxyz.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle |Marlon Falconer
DEARBORN, Mich. (WXYZ) — A 27-year-old Dearborn police dispatcher is pursuing his dream of becoming a doctor after overcoming a rare cancer diagnosis that nearly derailed his plans. Watch the full story from Faraz Javed in the video player below Dearborn police dispatcher heads to medical school after cancer battle Justin Darragh, who has served as a dispatcher and police reserve for nearly five years, is leaving his position to begin medical school at Wayne State University next month.
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2 weeks ago | 
wxyz.com | Ruta Ulcinaite |Brandon Speagle
ROSEVILLE, Mich. — After Thursday’s close call in Detroit of a man repossessing a woman’s car and then being shot at multiple times, accredited repossession companies across metro-Detroit are saying the violence needs to stop. "He was laying across the side trying to duck down, not knowing, I mean that bullet just went past his head," owner of Tolmite Recoveries, Brian Tolstedt said. Tolstedt has been in the repossession business for years.
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2 weeks ago | 
wxyz.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle
(WXYZ) — The 15th annual Motor City Irish Fest is bringing Irish heritage to life this weekend at Greenmead Historical Park in Livonia, featuring traditional music, cultural exhibits, and a strong sense of community. The festival, organized entirely by volunteers since its beginning, offers more than 40 vendors, 18 bands, whiskey tasting and various activities celebrating Irish culture.
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3 weeks ago | 
wxyz.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (WXYZ) — A Bloomfield Hills cafe is creating opportunities for people with special needs, helping them develop skills and confidence through its innovative vocational training program.
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3 weeks ago | 
wxyz.com | Brandon Speagle |Faraz Javed
A Detroit native is living his dream racing in the Detroit Grand Prix as the event celebrates its third year downtown and 35th year overall. The Detroit Grand Prix features three series: IMSA, IndyCar, and Indy NXT, with local driver Nolan Allaer competing in the latter category. Allaer, who drives the No. 11 Indy NXT car for HMD Motorsports, says the 1.7-mile Downtown Detroit Street Circuit presents unique challenges. "This track is very, very difficult, especially on a cold morning like this.
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1 month ago | 
kesq.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle
By Faraz Javed, Brandon SpeagleClick here for updates on this story ST. CLAIR SHORES, Michigan ( WXYZ) - A 4-year-old boy was injured when a golf cart struck him on the sidewalk during St. Clair Shores' annual Memorial Day parade on Sunday. Jude Gajecki suffered a broken shoulder in two places and multiple bruises after being hit while standing on the sidewalk near Harper Ave. and 11 Mile, where the parade route ended.
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1 month ago | 
fox17online.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (WXYZ) — A 4-year-old boy was injured when a golf cart struck him on the sidewalk during St. Clair Shores' annual Memorial Day parade on Sunday. Watch Faraz Javed's video report: 4-year-old boy injured by golf cart at St. Clair Shores Memorial Day parade Jude Gajecki suffered a broken shoulder in two places and multiple bruises after being hit while standing on the sidewalk near Harper Ave. and 11 Mile, where the parade route ended.
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1 month ago | 
wxyz.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (WXYZ) — A 4-year-old boy was injured when a golf cart struck him on the sidewalk during St. Clair Shores' annual Memorial Day parade on Sunday. Jude Gajecki suffered a broken shoulder in two places and multiple bruises after being hit while standing on the sidewalk near Harper Ave. and 11 Mile, where the parade route ended.
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1 month ago | 
wxyz.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle |Brian Schwartz
MELVINDALE, Mich. (WXYZ) — The Melvindale community is coming together to support their police chief as he fights cancer, hosting fundraisers and showing the strength of their tight-knit city. Watch Faraz's story in the video player below: Melvindale community rallies behind police chief battling cancer Chief Robert Kennaley, a law enforcement veteran of 20 years who took charge just over a year ago, began his battle with cancer at the start of 2025.
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1 month ago | 
kesq.com | Faraz Javed |Brandon Speagle |Easton Grainer
By Faraz Javed , Brandon Speagle, Easton GrainerClick here for updates on this story WYANDOTTE, Michigan ( WXYZ) - A Wyandotte ice cream shop that was on the verge of closing its doors has found new life thanks to social media and community support. Yogurt Co., an 11-year-old business on Biddle Avenue in downtown Wyandotte, has become a local hotspot with lines stretching out the door. The surge in popularity is largely due to their signature "Dubai Cup" dessert.
