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Born in the City of Big Shoulders, raised in the city with a chip on its shoulder. CLTV and WDFN original, FOX 2 since 1997 @jenhammondtv on IG
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Some students learning English can take at least 6 years to catch up to their peers. How can we support them better?
Some students learning English can take at least 6 years to catch up to their peers. How can we support them better? About one quarter of Australian school students are learning English as an additional language or dialect. This means their first language or dialect …
Wives of Dan Campbell, Assistant GM Ray Agnew sponsor playoff ticket auction
If you've been on social media, there's a good chance you've come across something from Holly Campbell, the wife of the Lions head coach. While her online posts give us a peek into their lives when he's away from the team, she's also working to help in the community. Holly Campbell and Kathy Agnew - the wife of Assistant General Manager Ray Agnew are teaming up for a good cause - donating tickets for Saturday's playoff game to help the Downtown Boxing Gym youth program.
Wives of Dan Campbell, Assistant GM Ray Agnew sponsor playoff ticket auction
FOX 2 - If you've been on social media, there's a good chance you've come across something from Holly Campbell, the wife of the Lions head coach. While her online posts give us a peek into their lives when he's away from the team, she's also working to help in the community. Holly Campbell and Kathy Agnew - the wife of Assistant General Manager Ray Agnew are teaming up for a good cause - donating tickets for Saturday's playoff game to help the Downtown Boxing Gym youth program.
Detroit Lions' Jared Goff talks blowout win over Dallas, devastating injury to Aidan Hutchinson
The Detroit Lions have started the season strong, blown out a conference opponent, and are looking pretty as they prepare for their biggest game of the season when they travel to Minnesota to take on the Vikings. But beneath those storylines is a less happy narrative that Jared Goff and the rest of the Lions will have to contend with for the next several months: competing without Aidan Hutchinson. "He's everything you want in a teammate and a player.
Detroit Lions' Jared Goff talks blowout win over Dallas, devastating injury to Aidan Hutchinson
(FOX 2) - The Detroit Lions have started the season strong, blown out a conference opponent, and are looking pretty as they prepare for their biggest game of the season when they travel to Minnesota to take on the Vikings. But beneath those storylines is a less happy narrative that Jared Goff and the rest of the Lions will have to contend with for the next several months: competing without Aidan Hutchinson. "He's everything you want in a teammate and a player.
'This is the real thing' - Lions hold first training camp practice in full pads
Meanwhile, today in Allen Park, it was hot at Lions camp where the action on the field heated up as well. "This is the real thing, you know?" Coach Dan Campbell said. That real thing is day one in full pads at training camp and in Campbell's eyes, it separates the men from the boys. "This is when it gets exciting. I mean, you know, the staff's giddy. They're they're all excited. I'm excited," he said. "The players I know are going to be excited, because this is football. This is the real thing.
'This is the real thing' - Lions hold first training camp practice in full pads
ALLEN PARK, Mich (FOX 2) - Meanwhile, today in Allen Park, it was hot at Lions camp where the action on the field heated up as well. "This is the real thing, you know?" Coach Dan Campbell said. That real thing is day one in full pads at training camp and in Campbell's eyes, it separates the men from the boys. "This is when it gets exciting. I mean, you know, the staff's giddy. They're they're all excited. I'm excited," he said. "The players I know are going to be excited, because this is football.
'It doesn't get any better than this': Izzo says MSU excited for Sweet 16 at the Garden vs. K-State
Tom Izzo has led the Michigan State Spartans to the Sweet 16 for the 15th time in his career. He'll be playing at the World's Most Famous arena against the top seed in the bracket in the Kansas State Wildcats. Since Izzo first took the head coaching job at MSU in 1998, the Spartans have made it out of the first weekend 15 times. This year, they're the underdog as the No. 7 seed facing the No. 3 Wildcats in the East Region semifinal.
Oxford Strong: Michigan high schools selling shirts to help community heal after Oxford High School shooting
By Jennifer Hammond and Amber Ainsworth Published January 25, 2022 8:38AM Oxford Strong shirts benefit students after school shooting For $20, you can get a shirt and help students heal after the Oxford High School shooting. OXFORD, Mich. (FOX 2) - Nearly 100 Michigan high schools have signed up to sell Oxford Strong shirts. Proceeds from the shirts will provide resources to students and staff impacted by the Oxford High School shooting.
1-on-1 with a chess grandmaster and poker star ahead of MICOOP launching in Michigan
By Jennifer Hammond and FOX 2 Staff Published 21 hours ago Updated 15 hours ago SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) - The cold and COVID has us cooped up this year and, while it may seem like it won't ever end, there's some entertainment you can find on your phone. Is poker luck or skill? If you ask three-time national chess champion and women's Grandmaster Jennifer Shahade it's a bit of both. And, much like the series 'The Queen's Gambit, she's used to being the only woman in the room but that's changing.
Jennifer Hammond sums up the Lions 41-21 loss to the Colts
DETROIT - THE SETUP: Coming off a dramatic come from behind victory in Atlanta that got them back to five hundred, this was a "Show Me" game for the Lions. Are they in control and able to gain momentum and continue to improve as they head into November as Matt Patricia always preaches. And could they pick up their first win at home in more than a year as they tried to win three in a row for the first time ever under Patricia?
Detroit PAL, connecting youth to police officers
DETROIT - "Detroit Police Athletic League if you think about it, it's origins it was founded by a time like this where you had people or Juveniles come into the police precinct in greater numbers," said Robert Jamerson with Detroit PAL.
Millen: Charles Rogers should be remembered for huge heart, great talent
FOX 2 - Charles Rogers was one of the most dominant athletes the state of Michigan ever produced. Rogers, a former Saginaw native, Michigan State University star and Detroit Lions pick, died at 38 Monday due to liver disease and cancer. Late MSU star Charles Rogers remembered for his heart and talent Charles Rogers was one of the most dominant athletes the state of Michigan ever produced "Charles had a huge heart," said former Lions General Manager Matt Millen.
Red Wings announcer Ken Daniels on son's overdose: he tried so damn hard to get clean - Story
- While calling the action on the ice can be challenging, it's nothing compared to what Red Wings announcer Ken Daniels faced outside the broadcast booth. He lives his life on camera as the Wings' play-by-play man, but for the past 12 months Daniels has been living a private hell. In 2016, his 23-year-old son Jamie became one of the many victims of the nation's opioid epidemic.
Local YMCA running programs help kids build character
- In an age of cyber bullying, teaching young boys and girls to empower themselves and each other is important. That's the fundamental lesson with the YMCA's Youth Running Programs -- Girls on the Run for young girls, and STRIDE for young boys. These programs are affiliates of the Metro Detroit YMCA and serve more than 3,000 kids every year. The programs teach the kids character development through running.
Fans line the Joe to say goodbye to Gordie Howe
- Thousands of mourners lined up to file into Joe Louis Arena Tuesday to say goodbye to Mr. Hockey. The doors opened at 9 am. They'll close at 9 pm. That wasn't by accident. Gordie Howe died Friday at the age of 88 and as fans mourned his loss, the Red Wings planned the 12 hour goodbye, to allow fans the chance to walk into the Joe and say goodbye. The 9 is obvious to anyone who knows anything about Gordie Howe: the icon wore number 9 during his decades of dominance on the ice.
Sea of green welcomes Spartans at Final Four - Fox 2 News Headlines
Undefeated Kentucky is the team many expect to win it all, but there's a big patch of green in the crowd at Indianapolis as well.As Michigan State's basketball team gears up to face Duke in Saturday's semifinal, it has plenty of support from those donning green and white.On Friday, plenty of fans showed their Spartan pride watching the team practice at Lucas Oil Stadium."We never thought we'd be here for one thing so this is awesome," said one fan in green and white overalls.
Lions Alums Meet Up and Eat UP - Fox 2 News Headlines
Lions Alums Meet Up and Eat UP Posted: Updated: THIS WAS THE SCENE AT THE BUTZEL RECREATION CENTER ON TUESDAY AFTERNOON, AS HALF A DOZEN FORMER LIONS TEAMED UP WITH MORE THAN 100 KIDS FROM DETROIT FOR A PROGRAM CALLED MEET UP AND EAT UP. LUTHER ELLIS, ALONG WITH LOMAS BROWN, DOUG ENGLISH, DRE BLY, HERMAN MOORE AND SCOTT CONOVER WERE ON HAND TO HELP RAISE AWARENESS FOR THIS IMPORTANT PROGRAM AND ALSO HAVE SOME FUN ALONG THE WAY WITH THESE KIDS.
Hammond: Van Gundy Off To Good Start - Fox 2 News Headlines
If there's one thing we've learned about Stan Van Gundy in the two months since he was hired as the Pistons new head coach and president, it's that he is a man of his word. Van Gundy said the Pistons would be "active" in free agency - not necessarily hitting a "home run" but scratching out enough singles to get across the plate. This is what he (along with GM Jeff Bower) has done with the signings of guards Jodie Meeks, DJ Augustin and forward Caron Butler.
UM's Devin Gardner befriends teen cancer patient - Fox 2 News Headlines
When most people hear the name Devin Gardner, they think of him only as the quarterback at the University of Michigan. For the family of Josh Oleksiak of Chesterfield Township, Gardner means so much more. Click on the video player to watch Jennifer Hammond's report. Josh, 17, is battling stage four melanoma which started as a mole on his head and quickly spread throughout his body.
Angela Moore: The Body Principle - Fox 2 News Headlines
When it comes to being fit, personal trainer Angela Moore takes her work very seriously. After losing her mother to a stroke when she was just 13, the former collegiate track star and body builder, dedicated her live to being healthy and now she shares that passion with her clients at The Body Principle Workout Studio in Lake Orion.Moore opened the facility six years ago and ever since that day, her clients have been reaping the results.
Hammond: Babcock is Coach of the Year - Fox 2 News Headlines
Turn to the person sitting next to you right now and ask them a simple question. How many times has Mike Babcock won the Jack Adams Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL's top coach. I asked a hockey savvy co-worker this question the other day and he paused before saying, "I don't know, two?". Here comes the enlightenment.
Hammond: The Hire of Jim Caldwell - Fox 2 News Headlines
In an interview with Jay Glazer on Fox's NFL playoff coverage, Reggie Bush didn't pull any punches when he talked about what the Lions needed in a new head coach. Better preparation, an improved culture and an improvement in the expectations - for a team that dropped like a rock out of the playoff picture - were the three things the veteran (Super Bowl Champion) running back pointed to specifically.
Former Red Wings forward Shawn Burr dies at 47 - Fox 2 News Headlines
"Not all good guys finish last..." SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (WJBK) -- I can't remember the last time I saw Shawn Burr or even the last time I spoke to him, but that's not important right now. What is important is that I will never forget the way he made me feel every time I saw him.Maybe you knew the former Wings forward personally, or maybe you just felt like you did. That was the greatest gift of this jovial, kid at heart called "Bursie". He made everyone feel like they were his best friend.
Jennifer Hammond - Fox 2 News Headlines
It seems like just yesterday that I was a wide eyed 13 year old girl, sitting at the keyboard and typing out the line ups as I watched Monday Night Football! I would pretend I was reporting on the games and even simulate live reports.
Hammond Blog: Training Camp Optimism - Fox 2 News Headlines
It's a familiar mantra in the NFL this time of year, "Hope Springs Eternal" in training camp. But for Lions fans who have "Been there, done that" I'm going to provide you with ten tangible reasons why the Lions will be much better than last year's 4-12 mark. In fact, I believe this year's team has an opportunity to go 10-6 and win a playoff game. And below you will find the top five reasons for fan optimism heading into the 2013 season. 1.
Grand Prix brings racing, concerts and more to Detroit - Fox 2 News Headlines
Friday was Free Prix Day on Belle Isle, but it was just the beginning of an exciting weekend that includes concerts, Indy cars and so much more."We've got Plain White T's Sunday and we have Bret Michaels on Saturday, so some great entertainment on the MotorCity Casino Hotel Stage, something for all the family to see here," said Race Chairman Bud Denker.Millions of dollars have been spent in track improvements and renovations to Belle Isle for this year's Grand Prix, but race organizers feel...
Red Wings spotted at Belle Isle Grand Prix - Fox 2 News Headlines
The weather held out for racing Saturday at the Belle Isle Grand Prix. Fox 2 spotted several members of the Detroit Red Wings in the crowd. Click on the video player to watch Jennifer Hammond's report. British driver Mike Conway dominated the first of two races at the Grand Prix, finishing nearly 13 seconds ahead of defending series champion Ryan Hunter-Reay.
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