Crime
Fire Breaks Out at Wayne State University Building Housing Computer Science Department
DETROIT, Mich. — Fire crews are actively battling a significant blaze at a building on the Wayne State University campus that houses the university’s Computer Science Department.
The fire was reported in the area of Warren Avenue and Woodward Avenue, where heavy smoke and flames were observed coming from the upper floors of the historic Maccabees Building.
The structure, an Art Deco landmark designed by renowned architect Albert Kahn, is a prominent feature of Detroit’s Midtown district and serves as part of the university’s campus.
Detroit Fire Department officials have escalated the response to a second alarm, indicating the seriousness of the incident and the need for additional personnel and equipment at the scene.
Crews are working to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading further within the multi-story building.
At this time, it is unclear how the fire started, and there have been no immediate reports of injuries.
Authorities have not released information regarding potential damage to the building or its facilities.
Emergency responders remain on scene, and the situation is ongoing.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Crime
19-Year-Old Peyton Patterson Killed in WSSU Homecoming Shooting; Ziyaire Spinks Charged With Murder
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 19-year-old man was killed and a 22-year-old woman was injured in a shooting on the Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) campus during homecoming weekend, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred Saturday night, November 7, 2026, in the 600 block of South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on the university campus.
Police said officers responded at approximately 9:46 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Officers who were already in the area reportedly heard the shots and immediately moved toward the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Peyton Izaia Patterson, 19, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began performing lifesaving measures before emergency medical services personnel arrived and continued treatment. Despite those efforts, Patterson succumbed to his injuries.
His next of kin has been notified.
A second victim, identified as Alyssa Janae Ellerbee, 22, was also found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital, where she received treatment and was later released.
As the investigation progressed, authorities identified Ziyaire Antonyo Spinks, 20, as a suspect. He was charged with:
- General Murder
- Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury (ADWIKISI)
- Felony Possession of a Firearm on Educational Property
Police said Spinks was being held without bond at the time of the announcement.
A second man was also reported to be in custody. However, authorities have not publicly released his name or provided details about any charges against him.
The police department said it would not release a photograph of Spinks because the investigation remains ongoing.
The Winston-Salem Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has taken over the investigation and continues to examine the circumstances surrounding Patterson’s death and the shooting.
Detectives have determined that the incident was isolated, according to police. Authorities have not released additional information about what led to the gunfire or the circumstances immediately preceding the shooting.
Police said further confirmed information would be released as it becomes available.
The investigation remains active.