SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (WJBK) -- Inspired by his deaf brother-in-law, George Elwell founded his Waterford-based Silent Call Communications company in 1987.
Since then, they have been designing and manufacturing devices to help those who are hard of hearing, deaf and even deaf-blind, lead more independent lives in their homes. The devices alert users of a fire, a phone ring, or even if there's someone at the door.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 8:30 AM EDT2013-05-29 12:30:29 GMT
Kar's Nuts has come a long way since 1933. What started 80 years ago as selling peanuts outside of Tiger Stadium before ball games has grown into much more than anyone could have imagined.
Kar's Nuts has come a long way since 1933. What started 80 years ago as selling peanuts outside of Tiger Stadium before ball games has grown into much more than anyone could have imagined.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:20:27 GMT
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:17:51 GMT
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Wednesday, November 21 2012 1:40 PM EST2012-11-21 18:40:14 GMT
This holiday season treat your family and friends to a taste of Michigan. Go inside the story to get a list of links and information about products featured in the Made in Michigan Holiday Special.
This holiday season treat your family and friends to a taste of Michigan. Go inside the story to get a list of links and information about products featured in the Made in Michigan Holiday Special.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 8:30 AM EDT2013-05-29 12:30:29 GMT
Kar's Nuts has come a long way since 1933. What started 80 years ago as selling peanuts outside of Tiger Stadium before ball games has grown into much more than anyone could have imagined.
Kar's Nuts has come a long way since 1933. What started 80 years ago as selling peanuts outside of Tiger Stadium before ball games has grown into much more than anyone could have imagined.
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:01 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:01:50 GMT
Valentine Distilling is winning national awards for its smooth and delicious spirits. The metro Detroit company says their approach is simple, and it's catching on.
Valentine Distilling is winning national awards for its smooth and delicious spirits. The metro Detroit company says their approach is simple, and it's catching on.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:26:59 GMT
HisHwy is a faith-based wristband company located right here in Michigan. With HisHwy bands you can easily represent your belief allowing you to display it openly and to evangelize easily.
HisHwy is a faith-based wristband company located right here in Michigan. With HisHwy bands you can easily represent your belief allowing you to display it openly and to evangelize easily.
Thursday, April 18 2013 11:58 AM EDT2013-04-18 15:58:37 GMT
One of Michigan's most familiar franchises will celebrate its 50th anniversary in July. FOX 2's Jessica Starr takes a closer look at Gordy and his crew at ABC Warehouse.
One of Michigan's most familiar franchises will celebrate its 50th anniversary in July. FOX 2's Jessica Starr takes a closer look at Gordy and his crew at ABC Warehouse.
Tuesday, April 2 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-04-02 16:28:12 GMT
Kathy Magaluk, owner of Acorn Farm, a kitchen and home goods store in Milford, has great gift ideas for your upcoming weddings and Mother's Day events.
Kathy Magaluk, owner of Acorn Farm, a kitchen and home goods store in Milford, has great gift ideas for your upcoming weddings and Mother's Day events.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 10:45 AM EDT2013-03-26 14:45:09 GMT
If you enjoy Polish food, you know about Srodeks. The Hamtramck market is know for its sausage, pierogies and other tasty treats, but every Easter, one of their best-sellers is the butter lamb.
If you enjoy Polish food, you know about Srodeks. The Hamtramck market is know for its sausage, pierogies and other tasty treats, but every Easter, one of their best-sellers is the butter lamb.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:44 AM EDT2013-06-18 12:44:22 GMT
DTE Energy says about 17,000 customers remain without power Tuesday after a wave of thunderstorms hit parts of southeast Michigan. GO INSIDE THE STORY TO VIEW AND ADD YOUR PHOTOS.
DTE Energy says about 20,000 customers remain without power Tuesday after a wave of thunderstorms hit parts of southeast Michigan. GO INSIDE THE STORY TO VIEW AND ADD YOUR PHOTOS.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:18 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:18:19 GMT
The strongest thunderstorms, those with very powerful updrafts, can produce very large hail -- the kind that can dent cars or aluminum siding and damage a roof or destroy farmers' crops.
The strongest thunderstorms, those with very powerful updrafts, can produce very large hail -- the kind that can dent cars or aluminum siding and damage a roof or destroy farmers' crops. Tragically, people have been killed by getting hit with large hailstones.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:17:51 GMT
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
You can catch flight delays before you leave home by checking in here with the Air Traffic Control Center. Provided by the Federal Aviation Administration and updated in real time, get the information you can't get over the phone.
Friday, December 21 2012 8:09 PM EST2012-12-22 01:09:29 GMT
During these events when up-to-the-minute information can be spotty, especially in rural areas, a volunteer network of amateur radio operators jumps into action to relay crucial information.
During these events when up-to-the-minute information can be spotty, especially in rural areas, a volunteer network of amateur radio operators jumps into action to relay crucial information.
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