Be careful out there! ER visits increase in the summertime

Parasitic outbreak in Michigan: What to look out for

Health authorities are trying to identify the source of a bacteria that's sickened over 150 people statewide. Cyclosporiasis is a parasitical bacteria found on contaminated fresh produce. The outbreak has hit Monroe County by far the hardest, with 70 cases reported in the past week. WWJ's Christina McDaniel spoke with Lindsay Patrick, Communicable Disease Coordinator with the Monroe County Health Department, about the symptoms and what people should watch for. (Photo: Getty Images)

DSO's Salute to America kicks off Thursday at Greenfield Village

It's gonna be a hot one, but Greenfield Village is expected to be packed for the Salute to America, July 2-5, to celebrate America's 250th. For more than 30 years, the Henry Ford it has partnered with Detroit Symphony Orchestra a special tribute during the holiday weekend. Director of Greenfield Village Jim Johnson spoke live with WWJ's Ryan Wrecker. (Photo: Getty Images)

Be careful out there! ER visits increase in the summertime

It's extremely hot in Metro Detroit this week, which can cause an array of health problems in both children and adults. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with David Rzeszutko, Vice President of Medical and Clinical Operations at Priority Health, who said ER visits tend to increase in the summertime for a variety of reasons. He talked about the cases they see, and how to avoid adding yourself to the numbers. (Photo: Getty Images)

Celebrate America's 250th at Royal Oak Taco Fest this weekend

Community groups are coming together to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with food and activities at Taco Fest, June 3-5 in Downtown Royal Oak. WWJ's Chris Fillar spoke with Marcy Dwyer, of the Royal Oak Historical Society. (Photo: Getty Images)

THAW's new CEO was helped by organization in time of crisis

The Heat and Warmth Fund, THAW, has a new CEO whose family was helped by the organization in the past. WWJ's Miranda Richardson talked with Katrina McCree, the new Chief Executive Officer. (Photo credit: THAW)