Detroit Local Headlines: I-94 chase arrest, west-side shooting search, court amnesty, Checker Bar reopens

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Suspect arrested after fatal shooting and I-94 pursuit

Police say a man was killed in an early-week shooting in Detroit, and the suspected gunman was later taken into custody after a pursuit that moved along I-94 and into Washtenaw County. Investigators have not released a motive publicly, and the case remains under investigation as detectives work to confirm what led up to the shooting and the chase.

West-side shooting leaves man seriously hurt; children were in the car

Detroit police are still looking for a suspect after a man was shot and seriously injured on the city’s west side. Authorities said three children were inside the vehicle at the time, raising the stakes for anyone who may have seen the shooter or the moments just before the gunfire. Police have urged witnesses to come forward as they piece together the timeline.

36th District Court launches amnesty window to clear up old cases

If you or someone you know has outstanding traffic or misdemeanor matters in 36th District Court, the court announced an amnesty program that runs March 9 through April 2. The program is designed to help people resolve eligible cases by waiving certain late fees, penalties, and warrant costs, with the goal of reducing the barriers that keep old cases hanging over residents.

Checker Bar reopens after a year-long closure

A familiar downtown hangout is back: Checker Bar has reopened after a 2025 fire forced it to shut its doors for about a year. The reopening is a small but welcome sign of momentum for the block, bringing back an easy, walk-in spot for burgers, games, and late-night meetups as spring approaches.

Sources

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/suspect-fatal-shooting-pursuit-i-94-detroit/
https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2026/03/04/detroit-police-searching-for-suspect-after-man-shot-seriously-injured-on-citys-west-side/
https://www.36thdistrictcourtmi.gov/about-us/announcements/2026/03/02/36th-district-court-launches-amnesty-program–waiving-late-fees–penalties–and-warrant-costs
https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2026/03/04/detroits-checker-bar-reopens-after-2025-fire-prompts-year-long-closure/