Nicole Cook

2 weeks ago | detroitnews.com | Nicole Cook

Nicole CookView Comments BOULDER, Colorado — At the Pearl Street Mall, a security guard who said he was hired to keep watch over the courthouse and ensure visitors aren’t being bothered by homeless individuals must now keep his eyes open for situations a lot more dangerous. Last Friday, there was plenty of hustle and bustle with people going in and out of the outdoor mall area.

2 months ago | detroitnews.com | Nicole Cook

As a long-time dog owner, I can attest to the unconditional love and support you feel while interacting with your pet after a long, stressful day. That universal feeling is one Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard sought to bring to his department and the surrounding community when he acquired a team of "Comfort Canines" after having traditional work dogs on the force for several years.

Mar 6, 2025 | detroitnews.com | Nicole Cook

Nicole CookThe Detroit NewsView Comments Any man, woman or child in Michigan can end up stuck in the nightmare of human trafficking. It's up to all of us to be vigilant, educated and aware of the signs to help eradicate this scourge in the state. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and other top officials in the state recently hosted a roundtable on human trafficking, focusing on the signs and symptoms that accompany the crime.

Jan 30, 2025 | detroitnews.com | Nicole Cook

Nicole CookThe Detroit NewsView Comments The Food and Drug Administration’s decision earlier this month to ban the use of red dye 3 in the country’s food supply falls in line with an agenda Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has to “Make America Healthy Again” if confirmed as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The Senate is likely to vote on his confirmation next week.

Nov 1, 2024 | detroitnews.com | Nicole Cook

Cook: Harris is my sorority sister, but I'm not thrilledOver drinks with my sorority sister recently, the presidential election, and, specifically, Vice President Kamala Harris became a hot topic. Mid-conversation we agreed that though we would both likely support Harris, who is also a fellow member of our sorority, we aren’t particularly excited about it. Not because we think former President Donald Trump is the better choice, but because we are still uncertain about Harris.