A DoorDash driver who was told to slow down is back behind bars nearly two months after allegedly punching a 75-year-old man unconscious and driving away from the scene in Wixom.

Ryan Turner, 41, posted bond in December but had it revoked a month later after violating the conditions. Turner told police he felt threatened by Lloyd Poole, a Wixom father and veteran who remains hospitalized with severe injuries.

Watch Evan Sery's video report below: DoorDash driver's bond revoked, victim hospitalized with traumatic brain injury

Poole continues to fight for his life nearly two months after the alleged assault outside his Wixom home.

"Right now, he's not responding at all," said Jen Shaw, Poole's daughter. "He's had an extreme traumatic brain injury."

Shaw said one of the neighbors came out to get something from her car and saw something laying in the road, not knowing what it was. It turned out to be her father.

Shaw says her dad has had at least six brain surgeries since the incident and is barely hanging on. Doctors are doing everything they can to save him.

"They had to take out the bone flap due to an infection. When I say the bone flap, it's like that's what they call the part of the skull. They had to replace that with a 3D printed version of his skull because the skull itself was far too damaged to put back in," Shaw said.

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Turner was charged with aggravated assault on New Year's Eve and posted bond but is back in jail after violating the conditions. Court records show his bond was revoked.

Turner is expected to appear inside Oakland County District Court in Novi for a pre-trial hearing on Wednesday. This will mark the third attempt at a pre-trial hearing after the previous two were adjourned.

"As of now, he's charged with a misdemeanor. It's just a wild thing to think about logically. It's very possible that Ryan Turner will be off living his normal life while my dad is in rehab, maybe a facility, it's hard to say," Shaw said.

Turner's attorney had no comment when contacted Monday.

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Shaw expressed frustration with the situation as her family deals with the ongoing medical crisis.

"He rolls into court like he's been out living a normal life, as far as I can tell, and we are not living a normal life at all," Shaw said.

The punishment for a misdemeanor aggravated assault is up to one year in prison.

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A $1 million demolition project is underway in Highland Park as excavation has begun at the historic Highland Towers, which has been vacant for nearly two decades.

The demolition marks a significant milestone for the city, with Mayor Glenda McDonald calling Thursday's announcement "the beginning of the end" for a building that has stood as a symbol of neglect, blight and danger in the heart of the community.

Watch Evan Sery's video report below: Highland Towers demolition underway in Highland Park after decades of vacancy

Chauncey Beard, who lives and works in Highland Park, remembers when the area was thriving and exciting. He has worked inside Fade Away Barbershop on Woodward for the last 18 years, directly across the street from Highland Towers.

"It changed. Back in the day, there were trees everywhere," Beard said. "Plenty of jobs, the plant, the Sears building, they used to have a carnival every year on Manchester and Woodward."

While many have left the city, Beard has remained and sees the demolition as an opportunity for renewal.

"This barbershop was doing a lot of business when that apartment building was up. Having a new apartment building or homes would bring business. To see it be torn down is kind of refreshing," Beard said.

Officials say residents can expect the historic building to be completely torn down by the end of this year. The Wayne County Land Bank is working closely with Highland Park to determine future development plans for the site.

Anthony Cartwright, acting executive director of the Wayne County Land Bank, said the goal is to find a development that will be mutually beneficial for both the county and the city.

"To make sure we can put a development here that will spearhead development for the city," Cartwright said.

Larrea Young, who lives right behind Highland Towers, has specific ideas for what should replace the vacant building.

"I would love the idea of doing mixed retail and residential, Highland Park can benefit from more grocery stores, more places people can walk to," Young said.

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A historic Inkster home where Malcolm X once lived remains closed to the public nearly a year after the preservation project's leader said it would open, prompting questions from local residents about the restoration's progress and timeline.

Watch Evan Sery's video report: Malcolm X home still not open to public nearly a year after promised date

The home at 4336 Williams Street, where Malcolm X lived briefly in the early 1950s, has been undergoing restoration since 2021 when Aaron Sims' nonprofit We Hope, Dream, and Believe received nearly $400,000 in grant money for the project.

Last April, Sims told reporters the historic Malcolm X home would be open to the public by May. However, the facility remains closed to regular visitors.

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"I think on that part, that's where a mixup has become," Sims said.

Sims clarified that his intention was to celebrate Malcolm X's May birthday by showing people the progress, even though it wasn't a completed project.

"To show people, to come out and celebrate Malcolm's birthday even though it wasn't a completed project, we wanted people to come out and see the progress," Sims said.

The home, once completely dilapidated, has undergone significant restoration work. In 2024, the State of Michigan awarded the nonprofit an additional $80,000 to help finish the project.

However, Milton Hunter, a local contractor born and raised in Inkster, has raised concerns about the home's current condition and the quality of work completed.

"This is not professional, not $80,000 worth of work," Hunter said.

Hunter pointed to maintenance issues, including damaged siding from the 1950s that has blown down.

"Like this is a piece of asbestos mimicking siding from 1952 that blew down, because they're not keeping it up," Hunter said.

"This community has questions and concerns about the house and the condition it's in right now," Hunter said.

Sims maintains he visits the property nearly every day to address issues and allows people to tour the home by appointment.

"Like even when we did the historical marker for the house, work being done but we opened the house up for people to come in, you just gotta let me know in advance you wanna come see the house," Sims said.

The original plans also included building a community center next door where children could learn skilled trades. However, Sims said he later learned the city wouldn't allow him to build another structure adjacent to the home. He now hopes to beautify the space instead.

"They were supposed to build something on the side and it's not there," Hunter said.

Sims said he won't provide any more timelines for the future museum, citing the unpredictable nature of historical restoration work.

"You can't give a timeline on something historical like that because you never know the hiccups you'll run into. It's always going to be an ongoing progress," Sims said.

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A Warren restaurant has released surveillance footage showing a customer stealing a tip jar containing about $30 meant for teenage hostesses at Mr. Miguel's Mexican Grill and Cantina.

Watch Evan Sery's video report: Warren restaurant customer caught on camera stealing tip jar

The incident occurred Monday during what appeared to be a routine customer transaction. Restaurant supervisor Mariah Donaldson said the theft happened when a hostess went to the kitchen to retrieve a food order.

"When our hostess went to the kitchen to receive her food order, she came and handed off," Donaldson said. "And that's when she picked up the tip jar as well as with her bags of food."

The surveillance video shows the customer quickly grabbing the tip jar as soon as the employee turns around, appearing to hide and cover it with her jacket and food order.

The stolen money specifically goes to the hostesses, who are typically teenagers working at the restaurant.

Watch the surveillance video below: Web Extra: Surveillance video shows woman grab tip jar at restaurant

"I'm a mother myself. You're lucky that mom hasn't found you yet because for you to take money from her hardworking kid is completely unacceptable and wrong you're a grown adult," Donaldson said.

Customers expressed outrage over the theft.

"Terrible. Why would someone do that. Someone that worked hard for that money that's not right at all," customer Susan Teucsch said.

Karen Maly, another customer, said stealing is inexcusable regardless of circumstances.

"For you to steal from somebody is horrible, in my eyes. We all go through rough times, but there's certain ways you can make money and ask for help," Maly said.

Customer Kelly Garrison believes the suspect should return the money.

"I think the person should really think about how it hurts everyone at the establishment and she should bring it back," Garrison said.

The owner of Mr. Miguels, which has five locations including three in Macomb County, hopes the suspect will simply return the jar and apologize.

No police report has been filed yet, but Warren police confirmed there is an ongoing investigation.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport has installed 9,000-pound concrete barriers at all terminals following a car crash into the McNamara Terminal nearly two weeks ago.

Watch Evan Sery's video report: DTW adds concrete barriers after car crashes into McNamara Terminal

The incident occurred on a Friday night when a driver crashed through the terminal, though fortunately, no one was injured. The Wayne County Airport Authority says the investigation continues.

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"I've been with the airport for 27 years, and what occurred on January 23rd at the McNamara Terminal is unprecedented. It has definitely changed our security posture," Wayne County Airport Authority CEO Chad Newton said in a statement. "As a result of what happened, you will see 9,000-pound cement barriers are in place."

The barriers are now staggered at every DTW terminal as a security upgrade to prevent similar incidents.

Travelers have mixed reactions to the new security measures. Kim Beauchamp, who was flying out of DTW Wednesday, said she was out of the country when the crash happened but saw it make international headlines.

"It's kind of a shock, can't imagine that would happen at an airport," Beauchamp said. "I don't know if that's a long-term solution, but I think it's wonderful they did something that quickly."

However, frequent flyer Jack Akey believes the barriers are unnecessary.

"It's an overkill," Akey said. "How many airports are in this country, and how many times does something like that happen?"

Former FBI agent Bartnowak disagrees, saying even one incident is too many.

"Whether or not it was a medical emergency or intentional, the thing they're gonna be concerned about is can someone else do this again," Bartnowak said.

Newton says the driver is undergoing a medical evaluation, and police will present their findings to the prosecutor's office. He adds that the airport is more secure now than it was last week.

"You hear about people crashing into homes, stores, all kinds of places, things like that can happen anywhere," Beauchamp said. "You just always hope and pray no one is injured."

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Plymouth's downtown district has transformed into a winter wonderland with over 150 ice sculptures scattered throughout the area, drawing visitors from across Michigan and beyond during what organizers are calling the most anticipated festival in years.

Watch Evan Sery's video report below: Plymouth ice festival returns with perfect freezing conditions

The Plymouth Ice Festival is back with ideal conditions after last year's disappointing weather that brought rain and messy puddles instead of the crisp, cold temperatures needed to showcase the intricate ice artwork.

"Actually the coldest weather we've gotten in the last 10 years, throughout the festival and leading up to the festival," said Sam Plymale, director for the city of Plymouth Downtown Development Authority.

The frigid temperatures have been a blessing for the more than 150 ice sculptures on display, allowing carvers to push creative boundaries without worrying about their artwork melting.

"This is perfect. We can do whatever we want, defy gravity," said Titus Arensberg, an ice carver from Ohio and 2016 national champion.

Arensberg spent 16 hours crafting an ice Statue of Liberty as a tribute to America's 250th birthday, using hot aluminum pressed with an iron to stick pieces together. The detailed sculpture includes multiple spikes for the crown that were still being added during the festival.

Plymale said Friday's frigid temperatures have rejuvenated this annual tradition, bringing tens of thousands of visitors to downtown Plymouth. The cold weather is a welcome change from recent year's, when warm temperatures and rain dampened the festival's impact.

"Last decade, just about every year leading up to the festival or during the weekend, we get a 50-degree or rainy day and puts a damper on the crispness of the ice," Plymale said.

This year marks the first time the festival features a 300-foot zipline along Ann Arbor Trail, giving visitors a unique aerial perspective of all the ice sculptures in Kellogg Park.

There are opportunities to heat back up with warming stations and hot cocoa, or participate in the DDA's game of Bingo, where 24 businesses are participating.

The festival continues through Sunday, and weather permitting, the sculptures will remain standing 24 hours a day for public viewing.

"This weekend is the biggest economic driver for our businesses during the winter season. We have 300 events year round, this is the big one during the winter season," Plymale said.

For more information about the event, visit plymouthicefestival.com.

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K-8 Catholic schools are becoming increasingly rare in central Detroit, with the Archdiocese of Detroit reporting just five remaining institutions.

During National Catholic Schools Week, Holy Redeemer Catholic School on the city's west side stands as one of these last bastions of Catholic education, led by Sister Kateri Burbee and her dedicated staff.

Watch Evan Sery's video report below: Holy Redeemer Catholic School thrives as one of Detroit's last 5 K-8 Catholic institutions

Burbee is in her seventh year as principal at Holy Redeemer Catholic School on Junction Avenue. The school is celebrating National Catholic Schools Week with special activities including pizza parties, bowling trips and dress-down days for students and teachers.

"The whole United States is celebrating the gift of a Catholic education. All Catholic schools are celebrating this whole week together," Burbee said.

For Burbee, maintaining the school's Catholic identity remains central to their mission despite the challenges facing Catholic education in Detroit.

"You know for me, it's really sad, especially as a religious sister. Part of Holy Redeemer, our mission is that we're proudly Catholic. It's a pride to know your faith and say yeah, that's who I am," Burbee said.

The school has made Catholic education accessible through extensive scholarship programs. Burbee reports that 95% of students receive financial assistance.

"And find donors that will sponsor our students, so that everybody, no matter your economic status, you can afford to send your kids to Holy Redeemer," Burbee said.

The school has seen remarkable growth in recent years. When former student Sonya Rivas enrolled her daughter Solrisa nine years ago, enrollment stood at about 170 students. Today, that number has grown to 225 students.

"We do live locally in the neighborhood here, so it was the obvious choice for us," Rivas said. "Enrollment has grown over the years. And mainly just letting people know yes, Holy Redeemer is still here, operating. If you don't think it's affordable, there are scholarships available," Solrisa Rivas said.

Burbee credits the surrounding community for the school's success. When not in school, she can often be found at nearby businesses, developing relationships and raising awareness about the nearly 150-year-old institution.

"It's beautiful to have a neighborhood school," Burbee said.

The community support extends beyond awareness to direct financial assistance.

"They've helped even sponsor kids themselves or they give to our school in ways we can serve the community here and allow for students to be scholarshiped in," Burbee said.

Teacher Xander Holway appreciates the generosity that makes Catholic education possible for students who might not otherwise afford it.

"It's just so beautiful. We have so many wonderful donors that give students the opportunity to go to a school like this," Holway said.

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Athletics are an integral part of Henry Ford II High School in Sterling Heights, but to play, you have to be a student, of course. And that part, the student one, is just as important, and figuring out how to balance both is where a recent wellness fair came into play.

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How student-athletes at the collegiate and high school levels can navigate burnout

To this day, I hear people complaining about something, and I'm like, 'You didn't play any sports, have you?', and they're like 'No, why?' and that's something very simple," said Chris McDonald.

A former NFL player and Henry Ford II grad, McDonald said playing sports, especially at a young age, can help set you up for a successful, fulfilling life.

"You learn about love, humility, fear, pain, overcoming obstacles," McDonald said.

McDonald experienced all of that and more as a standout football player at Henry Ford II. The Falcon graduated in 2008, before becoming a Spartan, and eventually a New England Patriot before a devastating knee injury ended his NFL career.

Being able to come back to the school that gave me so much, being able to share that with other students that meant a lot to say Hey, its gonna set you apart,' McDonald said.

McDonald was recently the keynote speaker at his alma mater for an event addressing student athlete wellness.

Jamie Kachi, a parent of two future Utica Community School student athletes, attended this fair for a second straight year.

"Sometimes I might push a little extra, but I want them to know that they can achieve it," Kachi said. "When I do see them struggling a bit, I pull back."

According to a recent National Institutes of Health study, anxiety among high school athletes has increased in the last 10-15 years, with 58 percent of them reporting moderate to extreme amount of stress.

Alex Biga is preparing for his final season on the school varsity baseball team.

Exhaustion, tired, anxious, worried, just feel a lot of pressure," Biga said. We all experience it firsthand, we deal with outside factors like family and everything."

The wellness fair provided an opportunity for health professionals to connect with students. Physical, mental and nutritional health: students and staff here believe balancing all three is the key to reducing burnout.

If you're able to balance all those, you're bound for success," Biga said.

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