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5/4/2008 - Alissa Ott
Detroit Country Day
Alissa Ott runs track and cross country and swims for Detroit Country Day. This scholar athlete came to love running as a freshman and will continue the sport when she heads to Notre Dame in the fall. Video Watch Video
Friday, May 09, 2008 Top Stories
Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick Faces Felony Charges: Special Section
Mary Tillman Talks About Her Son
Pat Tillman's mother spoke with Action News Anchor Robbie Timmons today, while on a book tour for "Boots On The Ground By Dusk." INSIDE: See Robbie's report and the complete interview Video Watch Video
Diana Lewis: Celebrating 40 Years
Join us as we take a look back, and help Diana Lewis celebrate her 40 year broadcasting career. INSIDE: Exclusive Video Video Watch Video
Learn About The HYDRO-4000
The HYDRO-4000 promises to provide you with better gas mileage through the use of distilled water. INSIDE: Action News coverage Video Watch Video
Wings Fly Past Stars At Joe Louis
Johan Franzen, Brian Rafalski and Tomas Holmstrom scored power-play goals for the Detroit Red Wings, who built a big lead in the second period and coasted to a 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Thursday night. Video Watch Video
Community
Should Macomb County Move to a County Executive Form of Government?
This week on Spotlight on the News, guests debate a County Executive form of government in Macomb County. Voters will take up that issue on Tuesday, May 6. Video Watch Video
Viewer Mail: Kilpatrick Resign
Our Channel 7 editorial calling on Mayor Kilpatrick to "step aside" prompted a lot of viewer mail. About 83 percent of the e-mail we got shared our position, 17 percent disagreed. Video Watch Video
7 School Shout Out
We need help waking up our metro Detroit neighbors and we want to send Doppler 7 Meteorologist Dave Rexroth out to your elementary school to get the job done.
Marketplace
This Week's Featured Recipe
Mother's Day Pork Scaloppine with Wild Mushrooms
This week Alicia Smith and Chef Neil make a pork dish that's sure to please mom. Video Watch Video
Ultimate Dining Deals
We've worked out deals with some of our area's best restaurants to give you 1/2 off gift certificates. Each week we'll feature a new restaurant and at 5:30 PM each Wednesday, we'll open up the online store for that week's business. But you have to be fast - we are only able to provide a limited number of gift certificates per week.
The Crittenton ER Minute
Each week the doctors at Crittenton Medical Center in Rochester show you how their ER can help you and your family get better. Better care. Better specialists. A better experience.
AISI CAR Report
Each week the American Iron and Steel Institute brings you The "CAR Report" seen locally on WXYZ-TV Channel 7. The CAR report features the latest in automotive steel technology and steel's continuing role as the number one material for automotive design.
Ultimate Wedding Planning Show
If you're planning to say "I do" we've got insider secrets straight from metro Detroit’s top bridal experts. From the engagement ring to the reception and everything in between, it’s what you need to know to plan the perfect wedding!
College Tour
We're lucky that this area is home to so many fine colleges and universities. But with so many options, choosing and applying can get real complicated real fast.

INVESTIGATORS: Gas Station Inspections
With prices skyrocketing at the gas pump, how do you know that you’re getting what you’re paying for? The state is in charge of keeping tabs on gas stations to make sure they’re not cheating customers - but the Investigators have learned that our state is not nearly as aggressive as some others. Video Watch Video  |  Document VIOLATIONS - ERROR NEGATIVE READING (16.9KB)
Wilson: New Link Between Mayor & Judge
While prosecutors prepare for another hearing about who will hear Mayor Kilpatrick's criminal case, the Chief Action News Investigator Steve Wlson has uncovered a new link between the mayor and the judge currently assigned to the case. INSIDE: Steve Wilson reports Video Watch Video  |  Document (.PDF File) (259.2KB)
Investigators: Police Brutality Investigation
The Action News Investigators have learned that Detroit police have launched an investigation into an incident at the Cinco de Mayo celebrations. INSIDE: Action News coverage Video Watch Video
Double Your Refund
Some of you have already received your tax rebate and for others, it’ll be on the way soon, but tonight we’re helping you double that money. Video Watch Video
Tax Rebates Questions & Answers
As many Michiganians begin receiving their economic stimulus payments, the Internal Revenue Service released a list of the most-frequently-asked questions –– and answers –– that people now are asking.
Flood Insurance: Why You May Need It
It doesn’t take a hurricane to cause major flood damage to your home. But typical homeowners’ insurance policies don’t cover flooding—you need separate flood insurance. Video Watch Video
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Albert, the duck found stranded in the middle of a frozen lake, has recovered from his injuries and is now staying at the Mallard Marsh Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Video Watch Video
Dangers Of Foreclosed Homes
As more and more people are taking a chance on buying foreclosed homes, they're finding that the homes come with serious headaches and problems they hadn't considered. INSIDE: Bill Spencer helps one woman keep her dream home Video Watch Video
Bob Woodruff Family Fund
For ABC news correspondent Bob Woodruff it was the moment that changed his life forever. Now Bob is devoted to helping the estimated 300,000 soldiers returning from Iraq with traumatic brain injuries.
Juvenile Diabetes
Max Geisendorfer is very much the typical 14-year-old. He likes to shoot baskets, enjoys pizza and hopes to be a lawyer one day. But there is one thing that sets max apart, he has type one diabetes. Video Watch Video
Prescription Safety Guide
A million and a half Americans are injured each year as the result of medication mistakes at doctors' offices, hospitals and pharmacies. Video Watch Video
School Cafeterias Under Microscope
Action News discovered that not all school cafeterias are following safety rules. INSIDE: Watch report Video Watch Video
2,000 Homes on Display in Big Open House
Realtors in metro Detroit are hoping to jump start home sales this weekend with what's being billed as the biggest open house event in Michigan history. INSIDE: Action News report & get info on homes Video Watch Video
Michigan Money Smart Week
In these tough economic times, there’s a great opportunity for you to learn all about ways to manage your money this week.
Foreclosure Bus Tour
Home buyers are taking bus tours that target properties in foreclosure. Video Watch Video
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