A Detroit woman says she was attacked by two pit bulls on New Year's Eve, spending the holiday in a hospital bed. As strangers stopped to help her, she says they were attacked as well.

The woman, who only goes by Ashley, is left searching for answers after she was attacked around 10:40 a.m. in the area of Plymouth Road and Meyers Road, walking to her local liquor and convenience store.

"That couldve been a child and not me, cause kids walk to the store all the time," she said. It was like why me, like why did it happen to me?

Ashley says two large pit bulls came out of nowhere and attacked her. She screamed for help, attempting to get away and climb a fence. As she was being attacked on her arm and leg, strangers stopped to attempt to help her. Ashley says they were then attacked as well.

Everybody that was trying to help me got injured. One guy's head got ripped. Im really appreciative for them, because if it wasnt for them I wouldnt be here," she said.

Detroit Police responded and confirmed one dog was shot and killed. Ashley said it happened as the pit bull was attempting to attack an officer. According to police, the other dog was taken by animal control.

Meanwhile, Ashley was transported to a local hospital, ringing in the New Year in a hospital bed. She wants to see the owner held responsible, so the community can feel safe doing every day tasks once again.

The heartbreaking death of a pet has a Wyandotte woman speaking out about the dangers of coyotes around your furry loved ones.

Michelle Konyha's 14-year-old rat terrier mix, Bebe, was attacked by two coyotes early Friday morning, and now she wants others to know the risks.

Bebe has been a staple of Konyha's life for over a decade.

"I dont have kids, I know dogs are not people, but she was like a kid for me," she said.

Konyha was getting ready for work Friday around 6:00 a.m., letting Bebe and their brand new dog Stella out, as she usually does. She went inside to grab the rest of her things when she heard strange noises coming from the train tracks right next to her home.

"I heard Stella whining at the door, which she never does. She never wants to come inside," she said. "Then I heard Bebe yelp, and I looked out the door; I went outside, and I saw what looked like two large dogs.

Those two large dogs turned out to be two coyotes that got away with Bebe.

Downriver Animal Control, which oversees Wyandotte, says they've received inquiries about coyotes and provide the following tips:

Accompany your pets outside, especially at dawn and dusk Never leave your pets, especially small dogs, unattended outside Avoid dense brushy areas or paths near abandoned properties while walking your pet

"Just be aware, go out with them, get an air horn," Konyha said.

According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, coyote breeding season begins in January and lasts until March, so residents are more likely to see and hear coyotes during this time, which is why right now, being extra vigilant is more important than ever.

"I know coyotes need a spot in the world too, but I just wouldve liked to know they were there and maybe have them find a home somewhere else," Konyha said.

If a coyote is causing immediate danger, residents should contact the Wyandotte Police Department. However, beyond emergency situations, the police department is not involved in trapping or handling coyotes.

With weather conditions dicey all of Monday, people still braved the elements and hit the roads for holiday travel and last-minute shopping.

Some saw the trifecta of rain, snow, and icy conditions.

Absolutely braving the elements. Are you kidding? I was born and raised in Michigan," last-minute holiday shopper Meg Micou from Waterford said.

Other residents say they slipped and slid their way to the stores.

We were slipping, sliding, we saw some guy he was fishtailing right at the stop sign, it was not good," Lake Orion holiday shopper Savannah Tague said. Good old Michigan weather.

Remember to give yourself extra time on the roads or getting last-minute gifts if you're traveling for the holidays in these conditions.

The Detroit Police Department hosted their annual Sergeant Santa event Friday, showering 25 deserving families and a day care with 30 children with gifts for the holidays.

Seventeen-year-old India Williams was one of the recipients.

"Im happy that they came," she said after receiving her presents Friday evening.

Williams is a determined young woman, but her and her family have gone through a lot in the past 10 years. In 2014, she was shot by a stray bullet in a random act of violence as she was riding her bike.

She got shot outside on a Sunday playing. It was September 14, 2014, and it was a stray bullet that hit her and put her in this (wheel)chair," her mom Clinqute Burnett-Davis said. I cry in my room. I dont let them see me like this. Its a lot because my daughter was walking one day and now shes not.

Williams has been wheelchair bound since the incident. Her family says Detroit police have never stopped checking in on them.

They have always been in my corner since 2014," Burnett-Davis said.

Just last year, the family was hit with heartbreak again after Burnett-Davis lost her husband Eric Burnett-Davis to an accident. The presents they received Friday are a reminder that they are never alone.

They bless a bunch of families and Im so thankful that they do this," Burnett-Davis said.

Williams is now a senior at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School with dreams of becoming a surgeon when she's older. She's also now an explorer with the Detroit Police Law Enforcement Explorers program.

However, her family wasn't the only one blessed with gifts Friday. Detroit police officers made multiple stops to help families with the $20,000 they raised through community partnerships.

"Makes you feel better as an officer when you actually see someone really happy or you know youre doing something to help someone," neighborhood Police Officer Dan Robinson Sr. said.

Michigan State Police released chopper video showing them following suspects who allegedly robbed an Amazon delivery driver at gun point earlier this week.

Around 6 p.m. Tuesday, Detroit police said the driver was delivering packages in the area of Courville Street and East Outer Drive when a vehicle drove in front of her. Three suspects were dressed in all black and announced the robbery.

The porch pirates are definitely something Ive known about. Once again, luckily never had to deal with that, but actually going to the drivers themselves, the delivery people, thats terrible," DJ Adamczyk, who lives in the area, said.

Multiple packages were stolen from the driver and the Amazon delivery truck, police said. The suspects then took off in a dark-colored SUV.

Michigan State Police followed the suspects in a chopper as the vehicle fled, and then the suspects eventually fled on foot.

The suspects were tracked on foot by the chopper until ground units could converge and arrest all five suspects.

See the video below VIDEO: Police follow, arrest 5 in armed robbery of Amazon driver in Detroit

Glad to hear that one, the drivers OK, and that two, that these guys were caught," Adamczyk said.

In a statement about the incident, Amazon said:

"We provide 24/7 support for drivers on-the-road to help them make deliveries to customers. If something occurs that requires additional safety support, drivers can contact Amazons 24/7 Safety Helpline. In the rare case of emergencies, drivers are encouraged to call 911 immediately. Drivers receive de-escalation and safety training."

Ann Arbor City Council voted Monday night 9-1 to approve a $1 million contingency fund to prepare for the incoming federal administration.

City leadership says they want to be prepared for any changes that may arise at the federal level.

Part of the reason for wanting, we feel needing to be proactive in this instance is were talking about a coming uncertainty and we dont know the speed with which it will come," Ann Arbor City Administrator Milton Dohoney Jr. said at the meeting Monday. Anything can happen.

Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor says the funds can be used in a multitude of ways and did not provide specific examples, however, immigration, city projects, programs and the economy were touched on at the meeting.

"There's been a lot of information coming from the administration and people associated with administration. There is, as a result, a fair bit of uncertainty," Taylor said.

Taylor says the city is seeing a surplus in their funds due to property taxes coming in above budgeted amounts and more money coming from marijuana businesses. With that extra money, the city has voted to investing in city projects, city employee pay and now, addressing the change in leadership at the federal level.

"We have put aside $1 million so that we are going to be able to be responsive to the needs of our residents in the event that the directionality from the federal government changes quickly," the mayor said.

He says he is not aware of any other time in the city's history that this has been done. Ann Arbor Councilwoman Jen Eyer says the all-Democrat city council is trying to be proactive and theres no underlying political motive.

"It's not a dig at all. It is simply a way of giving us a little bit of a cushion that we can draw on if we need to, to make up for any gaps in funding that may occur due to policies whether by Congress, whether by the administration or both," she said.

7 News Detroit reached out to the Michigan Republican Part for comment. In a statement MIGOP executive director Tyson Shepard said,

"The Peoples Republic of Ann Arbor is mourning Novembers public rejection of their radical policies that have done nothing for their city or the state of Michigan. Democrats there have already cut funding for schools and now are holding hostage more taxpayer dollars for no reason other than being sore losers.

Residents are also split of the decision.

I dont think they should be doing that with that money and I honestly feel like theres a better place for that money to go," Ann Arbor resident Justen White said.

Others believe that the move is just a precaution and feel the city is being financially responsible.

"Households have a rainy day fund, and I guess the city could have a rainy day fund. And who knows, we could have a lot of storms coming down the pipe with the Trump Administration," longtime Ann Arbor resident Nick Roumel said.

If the $1 million is not used by the city to respond to the incoming administration, that money would remain in the fund balance, to be used for other goals or projects.

Detroit police are investigating and increasing patrols after a series of smash-and-grabs where at least eight vehicles were broken into Saturday night near Temple Street and 3rd Avenue.

Shanel, who also goes by Nellie Nel 313 on social media, cant believe just how many cars were broken into. She was excited to attend the Kash Doll concert at Masonic Temple on Saturday and arrived just a few minutes before the show began. Because of that, her parking options were slim.

First, we headed toward Masonic Temple, but the lot directly across the street was full," she said.

Instead, the concertgoer parked at the lot on Temple and 3rd that was manned by someone who told her they would stick around. However, when she got back to her car after the concert around 11 p.m., they were nowhere to be seen. Instead, she saw a sea of broken glass.

They hit the side of the cars and the trucks that isnt visible to the street. So I kind of figured as soon as I walked around my truck, I knew that my window was gonna be busted out... I saw at least 10 cars complaining that their windows were busted out," Nellie Nel said.

Nellie Nel didn't have too many items stolen, but glass covered her child's car seat.

"They didnt take much. They took $3 and a half of an eaten chicken shawarma," she said. The lady next to me, she had a laptop. Her work bag was stolen. The young lady next to me, her purse was taken. There were coats taken.

We reached out to Masonic Temple. They say they have security in their privately owned lots and have not had issues there, but the surrounding privately owned lots are a different story.

The thieves around here probably know that there are gonna be some valuable items in these vehicles particularly with some of these concerts and these lots are targeted. Something has to be done," Nellie Nel said.

Detroit police say they are investigating and have some leads. They're also increasing patrols and surveillance in the area. To not become a victim of these smash-and-grabs, police provide the following tips:

Do not leave anything valuable in your car Lock your car Check with a parking attendant how long they are staying, so your car is never left unattended Consider parking in a structure rather than a lot

Meanwhile Nellie Nel says she is not deterred from attending concerts but says she learned her lesson about parking in non-official lots.

I would recommend to arrive early. Sometimes the lots, they get full pretty quick, so it kind of forces you to park elsewhere, and you dont want to park elsewhere," she said. They took my window but they did not take my joy. I got a new window the next morning and a chicken shawarma too.

In a dramatic move Friday, Michigan House Republicans walked out of session, demanding action on paid sick leave and the contentious minimum wage bill that has restaurant workers nervous.

Republicans say they will not vote on any bills until Democrats take up legislation stopping an impending minimum wage hike for tipped workers like bartenders and servers.

Our restaurant workers are about to lose their jobs because of Democrat inaction in the House," House Minority Leader Matt Hall said at a press conference following the walk-out.

At National Coney Island on 12 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway in Roseville, the staff are about to celebrate 60 years of business. But instead of celebrating, they're worried.

Back in July, the Michigan Supreme Court issued sweeping changes to replace the wage that tipped workers have like bartenders and servers with a regular hourly wage.

Watch our report below from earlier this week when tipped workers went to the Michigan state Capitol to make their voices heard: 'Save Our Tips campaign hits Lansing

However, managers and owners including at National Coney Island say this would in turn cause them to raise prices on food and reduce staff.

It would cause us to run with a lot less staff. Well go toward a more carryout kind of vibe," manager Kyle Zoar said.

Waitresses who depend on cash tips are not fans either, thinking if they go to minimum wage, customers will feel not compelled to tip.

I'm a college student. I can pick up a shift, make the money that I need to make to pay for my food or my bills or anything that I need and if people just stopped tipping, we wouldnt have that fast money," National Coney Island waitress Carli Dziordziewicz said.

In all the drama Friday after House Republicans left, Democratic House Speaker Joe Tate said the Republicans aren't willing to work and that nothing can get done if they leave.

"House Democrats are still working here into the evening to find solutions and we can't find a bipartisan solution if Republicans aren't here and if they arent doing work," Tate said. "We're still trying to create solutions. But it makes it that much harder when almost half of the 110 members, all Republicans, decide not to come to work to find those solutions."

The back and fourth at the states highest level has restaurant workers nervous that come February when the Michigan Supreme Court changes are set to be implemented, theyll be the only ones dealing with the consequences.

Meet in the median, in the middle," National Coney Island manager Donny Bradshaw said.

There is a required five-day waiting period when a bill moves between chambers and only three days are left in the session this year, leaving the decision and restaurant workers in limbo for now.

It is possible for the Legislature to take the issue next session before its implemented, but it's not certain.

The Detroit Lions fan who got into a heated exchange with Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur last week has lost his season tickets for life. He's also banned from all NFL stadiums until he takes a four-hour online conduct course.

Fahad Yousif confirmed to 7 News Detroit that the Lions emailed him and revoked his season tickets.

Watch our full interview with Yousif from last week below: Interview: 'It was madness.' Lions fan who got into heated exchange with Packers coach speaks out

Read our original story below when we talked with Yousif

Yousif was on the field during last Thursday's Lions vs. Packers game as a perk through being a season-ticket holder, taking out the U.S. flag for the national anthem. While he was waiting to take the flag out, he started smack talking the Packers players and coach. LaFleaur was seen getting agitated during the incident, responding to Yousif.

At a post-game press conference, LaFleur addressed the altercation.

Watch LaFleur address the incident in the video below: Packers coach Matt LaFleur on altercation with fan

"I've never been a part of something like that. He was talking junk to our players, giving them the throat-slash sign, you know. You're trying to de-escalate it. And then he gets in my face," he said.

Yousif said the smack talk was all in good fun and that he wasn't expecting such a reaction from the head coach.

After the exchange, Yousif didnt get the chance to take the flag out and was later asked to leave the stadium.

Since the incident, some fans have disagreed with Yousif's actions. Others including former Lions wide receiver Golden Tate have stood up for him.

LaFleur what did you think was gona happen when you rolled into Ford Field on December during Thursday Night Football we were gona wash your feet and give you the red carpet? Hell no," Tate said on Instagram.

This week, Yousif received a letter from the Lions Ejections and Incident Review Committee. Because of the incident, Yousifs season tickets have been revoked but refunded. He has to take an online conduct course if he wants to be let back into any NFL stadium and he can never be a Lions season ticket holder again.

"They just said that this decision is final... there's no appeal. There's no further tickets. I can as long as everything goes well, take the course and I can send it over to them, I would be allowed back into Ford Field, but not as a season ticket member," Yousif said.

While Yousif is disheartened, hes apologetic and understand these steps had to be taken.

I definitely understand. I was in the wrong, so some repercussions were taken," he said. "I've learned my lesson... that behavior is not accepted," the superfan said.

Yousif says hes scheduled to take the conduct course and is hoping to head to the Bills game this Sunday, but this time as a regular fan. If not, he says fans have reached out from all across metro Detroit inviting him to tailgates where he can still root for his favorite team.

7 News Detroit reached out to the Lions for comment, which said: "Our policy is not to comment on specific incidents.

The Michigan Department of Transportation is proposing a drainage tunnel on Detroit's east side right under I-94 to help accommodate heavier storm events and provide additional storage for stormwater.

The area has a history of flooding with heavy rain.

Watch our August 2023 coverage of flooding and the impacts it had on people in the area below: Storms cause extensive flooding in metro Detroit

Johnte Withers has lived near I-94 in Detroit for three years. He says when it rains, it pours and it floods.

Its pretty bad. Those days when its that bad, I sometimes call off work 'cause I dont like risking my vehicle just for a days pay," he said.

In 2021, Southeast Michigan saw historic flooding of I-94 and in turn, flooding of cities like Detroit and Gross Pointe.

Ven Johnson Law Firm managing partner Paul Doherty represents hundreds of clients from across the cities affected by the floods. His own home flooded in 2021 and says not too many residents were spared.

"You have people that were affected from all stratum of society, all races, all religions. That water didn't discriminate. It was an equal opportunity destroyer," he said.

To help alleviate the burden of flooding on I-94, MDOT is proposing a drainage tunnel.

The approximately $170 million project in partnership with the Great Lakes Water Authority, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy and others would potentially reduce I-94 flooding by 82%. The project would be funded by transportation funds.

The tunnel would collect and discharge the water to local pumping and sewer systems. Residents just hope those systems are up for the task.

"It looks like they're trying to devise a solution. But I think ultimately, GLWA has got to step up... Ultimately, the water is going from MDOT freeway to GLWA pump stations. GLWA has got to come forward and show the citizens of the entire east side of the region that they're able to deal with this," Doherty said.

VIDEO: Chopper 7 captures major flooding across metro Detroit in August 2023 Major flooding reported across metro Detroit

MDOT representative Rob Morosi says the community is optimistic about the project and that it is still only in its proposal phase.

"We do remain optimistic that well be able to build this tunnel, which would really be a tremendous benefit for people on the east side," he said.

You can find out more information about the project here. MDOT is hoping for final approval within 12 to 16 months. The project would take approximately two years to complete.

On Tuesday, Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield officially announced her candidacy for the mayor of city of Detroit.

At a packed union hall Tuesday, Sheffield, who has been on the Detroit City Council since 2014 representing District 5, made her candidacy for mayor official with musical performances and speeches from city and faith leaders including Judge Greg Mathis and Detroit vs. Everybody founder Tommey Walker.

If elected, Sheffield would be the first woman to represent the city as mayor. It's something some Detroiters are excited about.

Watch Mary Sheffield's full speech below: Full speech: Mary Sheffield announces campaign for Detroit mayor

"It doesnt matter male or female, Mayor Sheffield, she has the skill set, she has the tools," We Run 313 co-founder Lance Woods said.

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan made the announcement last week that he is running for governor of Michigan as an independent. Last month, he said he is not seeking reelection for mayor after serving three terms.

We asked Sheffield how she plans to pave her own path after working with Duggan for years.

"I think that a lot of people know that my work is my work," she said. "The affordable housing that I've done, the responsible contracting, the neighborhood improvement fund were all initiatives that I was passionate about and I was able to approve."

VIDEO: Mary Sheffield speaks one-one-one with us after announcing her run for Detroit mayor Interview: Mary Sheffield talks about running for Detroit mayor

Sheffield wouldn't say if Duggan has endorsed her. We reached out to his team but haven't heard back as of Tuesday evening.

When asked what advice the current mayor gave her, Sheffield said Duggan told her to keep doing what she's been doing.

VIDEO: Mike Duggan talks with Carolyn Clifford hours after announcing he would be running for Michigan governor Interview: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talks about running for Michigan Governor

A growing list of candidates have formed candidate committees for the mayoral position or have expressed interest including Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate, former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins, Detroit Councilman Fred Durhal III and businessman Joel Haashiim.

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital understands that their youngest patients may be feeling isolated right around the holidays, which is why they brought back their annual Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams event.

Dozens gathered outside of the pediatric unit Monday night to shine their lights in the direction of patients. The patients shined some of that light right back.

Watch video from previous events below: Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams returns to Corewell Health in Royal Oak

When youre stuck in the hospital, its really easy to feel like the world is moving outside without you and that youre a little bit forgotten, especially around the holidays," said Amanda Lefkof, a certified child life specialist at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital.

The hospital has carried out the tradition since 2017, and the event grows every year.

Inside the hospital, children like 2-year-old Mila Hoang are getting tests done after a series of fainting spells. Her father, Mike Hoang, says the light show is a way to get away from the tests and stress.

Definitely appreciative that they do it," Mike said.

Eight-year-old Gage Killgor is in the pediatric unit for a ruptured appendix and will remain there for at least another week. His mom says the stress has been overwhelming and the light show is a distraction from what the family has been going through.

"Nobody wants to see their babies sick, let alone having to have a surgery," mom Christina Killgor said. "I think its an absolutely wonderful thing that theyre doing.. I think itll help keep their minds occupied.

Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams takes place outside the Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital pediatric unit every night from now until Dec. 23.

If you'd like to shine a light and spread some holiday cheer, you can simply show up a little before the event begins at 8 p.m. nightly. The event lasts 10 minutes. For larger groups, the community is encouraged to register.

The Detroit Lions fan involved in the heated exchange at the Thursday night football game with Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur is speaking out about what exactly happened.

Fahad Yousif is a die-hard Lions fan and season ticket holder. He says from the age of 10, all he could do was talk about his love for the Lions.

I dont love many things. I love my wife. I love my family and I love the Detroit Lions," Yousif said. "I have a Lions tattoo on my leg.

INTERVIEW: Lions fan talks about heated exchange with Packers head coach: Interview: 'It was madness.' Lions fan who got into heated exchange with Packers coach speaks out

As a season ticket holder, he gets to choose one perk per season. On Thursday, he chose to help carry out the U.S. Flag during the National Anthem with his wife, which he has done before. The last time he did that, he talked some smack talk with the opposing team as well. He says the team smiled at his snide remarks and egged him on. But that wasn't what happened Thursday night.

Were about 5, 10 yards away from the sideline just kind of looking at all the players, definitely letting them know youre going down, youre done, its over, let them know were gonna beat you two times, once home, once here and (LaFleur) didnt like that," Yousif said. Once I did the throat slash, he absolutely lost it, which I understand. I mean, I got caught up in the moment, and the fans, and the adrenaline and stuff, but it was madness.

At a post-game press conference, LaFleur addressed the incident.

Related Video: Watch the press conference below: Packers coach Matt LaFleur on altercation with fan

"I've never been a part of something like that. He was talking junk to our players, giving them the throat-slash sign, you know. You're trying to de-escalate it. And then he gets in my face," he said.

Yousif said the smack talk was all in good fun and that he wasn't expecting such a reaction from the head coach.

Because of the altercation, Yousif did not get to walk the flag out to the field and was asked to take his seat. Before halftime, he was asked to leave the game altogether. He says some Lions fans have called him a hero and others have told him they were disappointed in his behavior, which Yousif says he completely understands.

I love the Lions. The moment, I got caught up in it. I do feel a little bit like maybe I may have embarrassed some fans and the organization, but that is not my intentions at all. I absolutely love the team. Im sad it worked out this way, but Im glad we got that win," he said.

The whole ordeal was shocking for Yousif, who hasn't heard from the Lions if there would be any repercussions for the now-viral moment.

Transnational gangs are targeting Oakland County yet again at an alarming rate. Eight homes have been burglarized in the county within the last seven days.

Several homes have now been hit twice. Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard is issuing a warning for residents to stay vigilant.

According to Bouchard, Oakland Township, Novi, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills and Rochester Hills have all been targeted recently.

Initially, I thought Oakland Township, you know, million-dollar homes, that was where they were hitting, so it wasnt for us. But at the same time, thats not the case any longer," Rochester Hills resident Sue Siwek said. Its concerning to me very much."

Trained criminal gangs from Chile, Colombia and Venezuela are using visa waiver programs or are entering the country illegally to use high-technology alarm system jammers, drones and tracking devices to steal things like cash and high-end jewelry from Oakland County residents.

Watch our recent report about more high-end home break-ins in the video player below: More high-end home invaded across Oakland County; how to better protect your house

The gangs are hitting the United States in groups by the hundreds, but Michigan has been a big target for them, specifically Oakland County.

Theyre back with a vengeance. Obviously, different crews because some of those crews are still in jail," Bouchard said.

Some of the crews are in jail because the county established a task force last year, specifically looking into these gangs and working with local and national agencies. However, these groups are in and then out of the county, selling the stolen high-end watches, jewelry and purses to locations in Los Angeles, New York and Miami.

Bouchard says they've seen this all before including right around this same time last year. However, the number of these incidents just within the last week has been alarming and residents are taking precautions.

Watch our December 2023 report about the task force's creation in the video player below: Surveillance video captures high-end break-ins; sheriff announces task force

I dont have a (security) system in my house. Im thinking very seriously about getting one," Siwek said.

The groups are entering the high-end homes on foot through backyards, golf courses the homes that may be attached to and wooded areas.

Bouchard says it's important for neighbors to keep their eyes out for suspicious activity. Residents are encouraged to update their security systems and consider transitioning from easily blocked wireless alarms to wired systems.

After seeing our story Monday about a hard-working family in Warren having their Christmas decorations stolen, one man in Howell wanted to do something special to help.

On Monday, we shared with you the surveillance video of a real-life Grinch stealing the Milner family's newly purchased Christmas decorations from Lowe's. They splurged $200 during a tough financial season for the family to bring some joy to their 2-year-old daughter Isabella. One hundred dollars' worth of decorations were stolen.

You can watch our previous report below: VIDEO: Real-life Grinch caught on camera stealing Warren family's Christmas decorations

After Mike Roseman from Howell saw the story, he knew he wanted to do something to help. He gifted the family with a $250 check.

"Anytime you can reach out and help somebody that needs help, you gotta do it," Roseman said. "Take the rest of it and buy a gift for your daughter.

The family was completely overwhelmed by the kind gesture and said they're happy that Isabella will now understand there is much more good in the world than a couple of Grinches.

It shows that kindness is still out there, it shows the Christmas spirit and like I said, it makes me want to pay it forward too," dad Jason Milner said.

Lowe's also reached out and said they wanted to provide the family with a gift as well.

Warren police are still looking for the two suspects involved in the Sunday larceny, one driver and one young boy. If you have any information, call the Warren Police Department.

Watch surveillance of the incident in the video player below: Surveillance video: Real-life Grinch steals Warren family's Christmas decorations

A Warren couple spent $200 on Christmas decorations that were stolen the very next day by a real-life Grinch.

Last Saturday, the hard-working Milner family decided to splurge on fun decorations at Lowe's since their 2-year-old daughter Isabella is finally old enough to understand the holiday.

We dont make a ton of money. We enjoy what we spend and when it gets taken away from you, it kicks you in the gut a little bit," dad Jason Milner said.

Milner set up the decorations Saturday afternoon. By Sunday morning, they were gone.

The family caught on surveillance video what Warren police believe to be a young boy stealing their newly purchased items and taking them back to a parked white SUV with a getaway driver. The boy is seen making multiple trips, leaving behind the items he couldn't remove.

Watch the surveillance video below: Surveillance video: Real-life Grinch steals Warren family's Christmas decorations

In total, the thief stole approximately $100 worth of decor, leaving behind a speaker system playing holiday songs. For the Milner family, every penny counts and they're upset they'll likely never see the decorations again.

I dont get it. I really dont," Milner said in frustration. Financially, you know it hurts, but well get through it.

The family says they want to make sure that everyone in their well-decorated neighborhood is aware of the incident, so the Grinch doesn't strike again.

I think thats the end goal is just to make them aware that it happened here and it can happen anywhere," the father added.

Warren police are looking for the two people involved. If you have any information, call the Warren Police Department at 586-574-4700.

Many local business across metro-Detroit are offering special deals for Small Business Saturday and say the holiday shopping season helps make up a large percentage of their annual revenue.

The Big, Bright Light Show illuminates downtown Rochester during the holidays. Businesses say when the lights go up from now until January 19, they see an increase of 20 to 40 percent in revenue. Small Business Saturday adds to the exciting sale numbers.

Small Business Saturday is huge for us," Bizzy Buzz Artisan Market assistant manager Breanna Tayles said.

Bizzy Buzz Artisan Market sells items from over 100 local artists, the money goes to not only supporting the business, but all the artists they work with as well.

At Rochester Sports Cards, Memorabilia & Gaming, business this weekend is good.

Our sales will double compared to a typical Saturday," owner Steve Majkowski said.

Talulah Belle is a gift shop for any occasion year-round. Owner Amy Fonville, says from Thanksgiving until Christmas, the business makes a large chunk of its income for the entire year.

This time of year for small brick and mortars its like our Super Bowl," Fonville said.

Crowds already filled the shops Friday afternoon, and with special deals on Saturday, businesses expect even more patrons throughout the weekend.

Residents in the Grandmont neighborhood on Detroit's west side say they're frustrated by larcenies that have occurred throughout the year. The most recent incident happened just days before the holidays.

Tamara Regan has lived in the Grandmont neighborhood for seven years. She loves the community but has been on edge throughout the last year due to larcenies and trespassing incidents.

Break-in after break-in after break-in every night to the point where now we joke about it, whos turn is the next," Regan said. There is no need to terrorize us like this.

Last September, she caught a man jumping her fence on her home surveillance system, looking through her car windows. The man got spooked and took off. She says she has a chat with members of the neighborhood and they discuss the larcenies in the area.

This past summer, a large number of items were stolen including lawn equipment.

At the beginning of the summer, they were jumping gates, taking lawn equipment, trying to break into homes, looking into homes, so its been really bad," resident Quintin Ceasar said.

Most recently, Regan yet again caught a man stealing her package on her home surveillance last Saturday around 2 p.m. Detroit Police say multiple homes were hit in this most recent attack. Cmdr. Dietrich Lever of the 8th Precinct says they believe they have identified the individual and are looking to bring him into custody.

Detroit police say larcenies are actually down throughout the city but are slightly up in the 8th Precinct. Lever says they are aware of the incidents and are investigating. They have increased patrols and say the prowler from earlier this summer has been apprehended and charged.

I really would encourage those people to stop doing this before somebody gets hurt. Its unnecessary," Regan added.

Detroit police say if you're having packages delivered before the holidays, make sure to track them. And if you're not home when they're being delivered, ask a friend or neighbor to pick it up.

One day after the Tuesday explosion that rocked the Orion Township community, we're learning that a man who was hospitalized is recovering well and is expected to be OK.

The explosion happened at the Keatington New Town Condominiums near Baldwin and Waldon roads.

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Multiple buildings were affected. Eighteen units were completely destroyed across the complex and 12 others are being questioned for their stability. Miraculously, everyone is alive.

It is an absolute miracle, an absolute miracle if you have seen that scene that we are currently talking about no fatalities," Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett said.

A man and a woman were sent to the hospital with serious injuries, including Ann Oddens 80-year-old brother who she wants to keep anonymous.

Odden says her brother was working in his office and about to make a pot of coffee when he heard a loud boom. Everyday heroes stepped in to help guide him and others to safety.

The gentleman was standing in the middle of the house with his clothes got blown off and he was coherent. He talked and he said he wanted a chair, so we got him a chair and moved him from here to the street until the medics got here," neighbor Paul Kastran said.

Odden's brother was transported to a burn unit in Detroit where he is recovering. She said her brother lost everything in the explosion but is just grateful that he's alive.

He is doing exceptionally well. I mean, everybodys just shocked at how well hes doing because he shouldnt be here," she said.

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The investigation into the exact cause is officially underway. The Orion Township Fire Department believes the cause could be a gas explosion, but it will take weeks to get clear answers.

"Our team is very slow and methodical to make sure that they dont miss anything. Theyre very thorough in their investigation. At the earliest, I say it will take a week for the initial, it may take three to four week for the full investigation," Orion Township Fire Chief Ryan Allen said.