Brett Kast

4 days ago | wxyz.com | Brett Kast |Marlon Falconer

NOVI, Mich. (WXYZ) — Eight years after scoring a memorable touchdown at Novi High School, 25-year-old Robby Heil, who has Down syndrome, graduated from the Novi Adult Transition Center, adding another accomplishment to his inspiring journey. Watch Brett Kast's video report below: Football hero graduates: Robby Heil's journey continues 8 years after viral touchdown When a touchdown in a high school football game is still being talked about eight years later, you know it made quite the impact.

1 week ago | wxyz.com | Brett Kast |Marlon Falconer

WARREN, Mich. (WXYZ) — Two police chases in Warren ended in crashes over Memorial Day weekend, including one that killed a 71-year-old woman. Residents are questioning the department's pursuit tactics while police defend their policy. Before a Chrysler 300 crashed into a Warren front porch, it hit Rick James' Jeep parked on the street. The incident began just over half a mile away with a traffic stop for a window tint violation. "It was a loud crash — loud, big bang," James said.

2 weeks ago | wxyz.com | Brett Kast |Kent Saunders

HAMTRAMCK, Mich. (WXYZ) — Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri and another officer have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation, city officials confirmed. Watch the video report below: Hamtramck police chief placed on administrative leave amid investigation That officer confirmed he reported concerns to management and authorities and he is cooperating with the city's investigation but he declined to comment further.

2 weeks ago | wxyz.com | Brett Kast |Marlon Falconer

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Residents in Detroit's Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood are raising concerns about a new Great Lakes Water Authority project being built in their residential area. Work is already underway to reroute underground utilities for a new pump station on Freud Street, though the project itself still needs city council approval. Many residents say they were caught off guard by the construction.

2 weeks ago | wxyz.com | Brett Kast |Marlon Falconer

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. (WXYZ) — Rochester Hills officials have unanimously approved a site plan for a new 32-unit apartment complex on Old Orion Court near Rochester Road, despite opposition from nearby residents. The planning commission's decision came after hearing concerns from residents about increased traffic, tree removal and potential impacts on a wetland area.