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FBI: No evidence of Hoffa's remains in Oakland Twp. field

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A search of a rural field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, an FBI agent announced Wednesday as authorities ended the dig. More>>

WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
WJBK Television Special that aired one year after the day Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.

Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa

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James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event. More>>

Mike Duggan will not challenge court ruling, ends Detroit mayoral bid

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Detroit mayoral candidate Mike Duggan ended his campaign Wednesday and will not challenge an appeals court ruling that bars him from the August primary ballot.
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Detroit council member Kwame Kenyatta quitting Friday

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Detroit City Council member Kwame Kenyatta says he quitting Friday. Kenyatta didn't give a specific reason to radio station WWJ, but he says the council is virtually powerless now that Detroit is being run by an emergency manager. More>>

Start up business opportunity: Raising tarantulas

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In this post-2008 entrepreneurial economy, people are finding ways to make money, like say in spiders. More>>

Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district

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The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district. More>>

Nearly 100-year-old message in a bottle found by diver in St. Clair River

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Nearly a hundred years ago, two girls from Detroit put a message in a bottle and threw it into the waters of the St. Clair River. Now that message is back on dry land after being found by a diver in 30 feet of water. More>>

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Mom with chronic illnesses feels better after losing weight
Mom with chronic illnesses feels better after losing weight
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:11:01 GMT
A Sanilac County woman is battling chronic illnesses and, at the same time, challenging herself to lose weight, and she is winning on both fronts.
A Sanilac County woman is battling chronic illnesses and, at the same time, challenging herself to lose weight, and she is winning on both fronts.
Local governments in Michigan can now restrict the use of fireworks
Local governments in Michigan can now restrict the use of fireworks
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:32 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:32:27 GMT
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
Tesla Model S recall for rear seat latch issue
Tesla Model S recall for rear seat latch issue
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:27 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:27:01 GMT
Tesla is recalling as many as 1,228 of its Model S vehicles, citing a problem with a rear seat latch in the electric sports sedan.
Tesla is recalling as many as 1,228 of its Model S vehicles, citing a problem with a rear seat latch in the electric sports sedan.
Kolcraft recalls strollers due to wheel blowouts
Kolcraft recalls strollers due to wheel blowouts
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:24:16 GMT
Kolcraft is recalling more than 96,000 Jeep Liberty strollers after at least 18 people were injured by tire blowouts, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.
Kolcraft is recalling more than 96,000 Jeep Liberty strollers after at least 18 people were injured by tire blowouts, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:20:01 GMT
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials on Wednesday announced a $650 million plan for a new arena development for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.

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Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa
Video replay: 1976 TV-2 Eyewitness News Special on Jimmy Hoffa
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:33:53 GMT
James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event.
James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975. A year later in 1976, WJBK TV-2 Eyewitness News produced and broadcast a 30-minute news special about the event.
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:03:22 GMT
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
National Anthem singer Sebastien De La Cruz answers his social media critics
National Anthem singer Sebastien De La Cruz answers his social media critics
Updated: Thursday, June 13 2013 8:42 AM EDT2013-06-13 12:42:31 GMT
Sebastian De La Cruz, the 11-year-old who sang the National Anthem before Game 3 of the NBA Finals this week is answering his critics who questioned his race and showed just how ignorant social media sites can be.
Sebastian De La Cruz, the 11-year-old who sang the National Anthem before Game 3 of the NBA Finals this week is answering his critics who questioned his race and showed just how ignorant social media sites can be.
Video: Taylor man's movie theatre marriage proposal goes viral
Video: Taylor man's movie theatre marriage proposal goes viral
Updated: Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:16 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:16:09 GMT
A Taylor, Mich. man found a unique and funny way to propose to his girlfriend, and it's all posted online. Richie Reames rented out a local theatre and packed it with family and friends before popping the question.
A Taylor, Mich. man found a unique and funny way to propose to his girlfriend, and it's all posted online. Richie Reames rented out a local theatre and packed it with family and friends before popping the question.
Florida hornet nest grows to size of a Volkswagen
Florida hornet nest grows to size of a Volkswagen
Updated: Tuesday, June 11 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-06-11 17:13:09 GMT
A Florida couple has a problem which just won't buzz off. A massive hornet's nest is hanging along a tree just outside of their home in Greenville.
A Florida couple has a problem which just won't buzz off. A massive hornet's nest is hanging along a tree just outside of their home in Greenville.

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LeDuff Off the Chain: Good luck Chief Craig, Detroit is counting on you
LeDuff Off the Chain: Good luck Chief Craig, Detroit is counting on you
Updated: Friday, June 7 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-06-07 21:49:09 GMT
Secret surveillance allegations. Fudged murder statistics. Overworked, demoralized, ill-equipped, underpaid and disrespected officers forced to play purse snatcher. Can the new chief succeed in the face of such dysfunction?
Allegations of secret surveillance of the civilian police commissioner. Fudged murder statistics. Overworked, demoralized, ill-equipped, underpaid and disrespected police officers forced to play purse snatcher. Can the new chief, James Craig, succeed in the face of such dysfunction?
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Tim Skubick: Tea Party ditches Gov. Snyder, but does it matter?
Tim Skubick: Tea Party ditches Gov. Snyder, but does it matter?
Updated: Monday, June 17 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-06-17 11:25:47 GMT
Since the Tea Party is such an amorphous group with no political center of gravity, it's hard to get your arms around how much support Gov. Rick Snyder had the first time he ran.
Since the Tea Party is such an amorphous group with no political center of gravity, it's hard to get your arms around how much support Gov. Rick Snyder had the first time he ran.
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FBI ends Michigan search for Hoffa's remains
FBI ends Michigan search for Hoffa's remains
FBI agents plan a third day of digging Wednesday in suburban Detroit for the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, who disappeared 38 years ago.
Beneath a swimming pool, under a horse farm and now a weed-grown field north of Detroit. For at least the third time in a decade, FBI agents grabbed shovels and combed through dirt and mud in the search for Jimmy Hoffa's...
Zimmerman jurors asked about neighborhood watch
Zimmerman jurors asked about neighborhood watch
Attorneys in the George Zimmerman murder trial are set for the next phase of jury selection.
Attorneys quizzed a whittled-down group of prospective jurors Wednesday in the Trayvon Martin case about whether they had fired guns, made judgments based on how people dressed or had been neighborhood watch volunteers like...
New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes
New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes
Bob and Barbara Schmidt dashed to their home on a dirt road in a heavily wooded area northeast of Colorado Springs as smoke from what would become the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history filled the air.
A new wildfire in the foothills southwest of Denver forced the evacuation of dozens of homes Wednesday as hot and windy conditions in much of Colorado were making it easy for new fires to start and spread.
Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
A tropical depression has formed off the coast of Belize and forecasters say it is expected to bring as much as five inches of rain to parts of Belize, Guatemala and northern Honduras.
Forecasters say Tropical Storm Barry has formed off Mexico's Gulf Coast.
Russia could stand in way of Obama's nuke cuts
Russia could stand in way of Obama's nuke cuts
By saying he intends to bargain with Russia over new reductions in nuclear weapons rather than make cuts on his own President Barack Obama is asking for cooperation from a former Cold War foe in no mood to agree.
By saying he intends to bargain with Russia over new reductions in nuclear weapons, rather than make cuts on his own, President Barack Obama is asking for cooperation from a former Cold War foe in no mood to agree.
Men's Wearhouse ousts founder, pitchman Zimmer
Men's Wearhouse ousts founder, pitchman Zimmer
Apparently, Men's Wearhouse Inc. doesn't like the way its founder looks anymore.
Men's Wearhouse doesn't like the way its founder looks anymore.
As fires rage, feds cut funding on prevention
As fires rage, feds cut funding on prevention
The federal government is spending less and less on preventing wildfires even as the nation endures increasingly destructive blazes.
As the West battles one catastrophic wildfire after another, the federal government is spending less and less on its main program for preventing blazes in the first place.
House panel starts rewrite of No Child Left Behind
House panel starts rewrite of No Child Left Behind
House lawmakers are beginning work on a rewrite of the No Child Left Behind education law that would give states more authority and Washington less.
House Republicans on Wednesday finished their rewrite of GOP President George W. Bush's prized No Child Left Behind Act, sending to their colleagues a bill that would strip Education Secretary Arne Duncan and his...
Diverted United 787 passengers resume Tokyo trip
Diverted United 787 passengers resume Tokyo trip
A Boeing 787 flying from Denver to Tokyo diverted to Seattle because of an oil filter issue, a United Airlines spokeswoman said.
Passengers from a United Airlines Denver-to-Tokyo flight that diverted to Seattle when the Boeing 787 had an oil filter issue resumed their trip Wednesday, a spokeswoman said.
Mueller urges caution on NSA program changes
Mueller urges caution on NSA program changes
FBI Director Robert Mueller is cautioning Congress to give careful consideration before making any changes to the National Security Agency programs for mass collection of people's phone records and information...
FBI Director Robert Mueller on Wednesday urged Congress to move carefully before making any changes that might restrict the National Security Agency programs for mass collection of people's phone records and information...

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Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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Fresenius Medical Care in Detroit has an opening for a Patient Care Technician.
Fresenius Medical Care in Detroit has an opening for a Patient Care Technician.
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K-8 Certified Teachers, K-8 Certified Technology Teacher, 6-8 Certified Science Teacher, Self-contained 6-8 Teacher, Para-professionals, night custodian, and Bus Attendants
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SAS Global Corp is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer.
SAS Global Corp is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer. The desired candidate will have in-depth technical knowledge of coal delivery, handling, preparation and combustion.

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Michigan Senate OKs higher hunting, fishing fees
Michigan Senate OKs higher hunting, fishing fees
Michigan lawmakers are closer to approving the first significant increase in hunting and fishing license fees since 1997.
Michigan lawmakers are closer to approving the first significant increase in hunting and fishing license fees since 1997.
Mich. law lets municipalities restrict fireworks
Mich. law lets municipalities restrict fireworks
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed a bill giving local governments in Michigan power to restrict the use of fireworks on the day before, during and after a national holiday.
This Hour: Latest Michigan news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Michigan news, sports, business and entertainment
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.
News Minute: Here is the latest Michigan news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Michigan news from The Associated Press
The FBI has ended a dig north of Detroit and says it has found no sign of Jimmy Hoffa's remains. The latest tip came from a reputed Mafia captain who said through his lawyer that the former Teamsters leader who vanished...
Muskegon lawyer pleads guilty to cocaine charge
Muskegon lawyer pleads guilty to cocaine charge
A Muskegon defense lawyer who previously had his law license suspended following a conviction for crack cocaine has pleaded guilty to new cocaine charges.
A Muskegon defense lawyer who previously had his law license suspended following a conviction for crack cocaine has pleaded guilty to new cocaine charges.
Mich. Senate OKs off-road vehicles on more roads
Mich. Senate OKs off-road vehicles on more roads
All 83 Michigan counties could choose to allow off-road recreation vehicles on road shoulders under legislation nearing final approval in Lansing.
All 83 Michigan counties could choose to allow off-road recreation vehicles on road shoulders under legislation nearing final approval in Lansing.
Attorney: Search for Hoffa's remains too limited
Attorney: Search for Hoffa's remains too limited
The attorney for a reputed ex-Mafia captain who told the FBI the remains of former Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa are buried in a field in suburban Detroit says his client still believes the information he gave is...
The attorney for a reputed ex-Mafia captain who told the FBI the remains of former Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa are buried in a field in suburban Detroit says his client still believes the information he gave is accurate.
Ore. woman charged in Mich. with killing mom
Ore. woman charged in Mich. with killing mom
An Oregon woman accused of dumping the body of her 89-year-old mother behind a Michigan thrift store has been charged with murder.
An Oregon woman accused of dumping the body of her 89-year-old mother behind a Michigan thrift store has been charged with murder.
Porsche tops in annual survey of vehicle quality
Porsche tops in annual survey of vehicle quality
Porsche is the top performer in an annual survey of new vehicle quality.
Porsche is the top performer in an annual survey of new vehicle quality.

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Fox Rocks-Bon Jovi contest, it's time to rock the vote
Fox Rocks-Bon Jovi contest, it's time to rock the vote
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:54:19 GMT
Who will open for Bon Jovi at Ford Field on July 18? Your vote will decide. 20 bands left in the Fox Rocks contest. Voting period: Now through July 10. Time to 'Fox Rocks' the vote.
Who will open for Bon Jovi at Ford Field on July 18? Your vote will decide. 20 bands left in the Fox Rocks contest. Voting period: Now through July 10. Time to 'Fox Rocks' the vote.
True Blood's Bauer aims to stop plastic waste
True Blood's Bauer aims to stop plastic waste
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:52 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:52:35 GMT
The star of HBO's series True Blood wants Starbucks to put a lid on plastic waste. Kristin Bauer has created a petition challenging Starbucks lid policy, saying that it is wasteful.
The star of HBO's series True Blood wants Starbucks to put a lid on plastic waste. Kristin Bauer has created a petition challenging Starbucks lid policy, saying that it is wasteful.
The Root Restaurant's Smoked trout on sweet corn griddle cake
The Root Restaurant's Smoked trout on sweet corn griddle cake
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:27 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:27:04 GMT
Get this recipe courtesy of Chef James Rigato of The Root Restaurant and Bar, one of Hour Detroit's Best of 2013.
Get this recipe courtesy of Chef James Rigato of The Root Restaurant and Bar, one of Hour Detroit's Best of 2013.
Bright Loritos gives kids opportunity to learn new languages
Bright Loritos gives kids opportunity to learn new languages
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:17:30 GMT
Bright Loritos is a center that teaches foreign languages to kids.
Bright Loritos is a center that teaches foreign languages to kids.
Michigan Art Center offers summer art camps
Michigan Art Center offers summer art camps
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:21:14 GMT
The Michigan Art Center is offering several camps for children of all ages this summer.
The Michigan Art Center is offering several camps for children of all ages this summer.
Monsters University's Detroit connection
Monsters University's Detroit connection
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:56:46 GMT
Before they were company men, Mike and Sulley from Monsters Inc. needed to learn how to scare.
Before they were company men, Mike and Sulley from Monsters Inc. needed to learn how to scare.
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Watch: Full-length 'Anchorman 2' trailer
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:03:22 GMT
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
We're getting our first look at a full-length "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" trailer.
Baby Warthogs now on display at the Detroit Zoo
Baby Warthogs now on display at the Detroit Zoo
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:01:19 GMT
The Detroit Zoo has new babies to share with you this summer. Newborn warthogs, Daphne and Violet were born in April and have just been released into their habitat.
The Detroit Zoo has new babies to share with you this summer. Newborn warthogs, Daphne and Violet, were born in April and have just been released into their habitat.
Can you fold a shirt in 2 seconds?
Can you fold a shirt in 2 seconds?
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:52:26 GMT
Fox 2's Lee Thomas, Deena Centofanti, and Jason Carr tackle folding a shirt in 2 seconds. Click the video player to see how they did.
Fox 2's Lee Thomas, Deena Centofanti, and Jason Carr tackle folding a shirt in 2 seconds. Click the video player to see how they did.
Job Shop: Impressing the company
Job Shop: Impressing the company
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:30:05 GMT
Doctor Mike Bernacchi of University Detroit Mercy joins Fox 2's Murray Feldman in the Job Shop.
Doctor Mike Bernacchi of University Detroit Mercy joins Fox 2's Murray Feldman in the Job Shop.

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