Community & Society in ...
The Detroit People's Food Co-op opened in the city's North End to provide access to groceries and promote self-reliance in the predominantly Black, lower-income community.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Detroit man received 25-50 years for second-degree murder and additional time for weapon charges in a fatal shooting during a 2021 car accident scheme.
Michigan's UIA has settled for $55 million in a class-action lawsuit for prematurely demanding repayment of jobless benefits without proper process since March 2020.
Arts & Culture in ...
Jessica Care Moore has been named Detroit's poet laureate, committed to engaging the community with poetry and continuing the legacy of her predecessor, Naomi Long Madgett.
A Wixom man was arrested in Bloomfield Township, MI, for DUI after driving the wrong way on Telegraph Road, nearly hitting a motorcyclist. He admitted to drinking wine and failed sobriety tests.
Meijer donates $3 million to Michigan's first children's rehabilitation hospital, set to open in 2026, enhancing care for young patients with serious health issues.
Retail & Industry in ...
Gas prices in Michigan have risen by 12 cents this past week, with the average sitting at $3.71/gallon, and may continue to rise due to tight supply and potential crude oil price increases.
Dennis Peterson Sr. from Macomb County receives a sentence of 25 to 30 years for first-degree criminal sexual conduct with minors. He was convicted of abusing two children between 2010-2016.
The Oxford High School shooter, Ethan Crumbley, has been transferred to Oaks Correctional Facility in Michigan. Crumbley will serve his life sentence there after being convicted of first-degree murder and terrorism.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Roadwork on Southfield Road and the Southfield Freeway in Oakland and Wayne Counties is expected to cause traffic delays, with projects starting Monday and completion by fall.
Hart High School Principal Troy Moran passed away from a heart attack at 46. The school held a vigil and offered counseling, dedicating a drama performance to him.
Saugatuck Brewing partners with Michigan DNR to fund habitat restoration through Rainbow Rodeo IPA sales, with a focus on combating invasive species and supporting sustainable fishing.
Parks & Nature in ...
The Michigan DNR shares tips and regulations for the trout season, advising on how to prevent the spread of invasive species like didymo and New Zealand mudsnails.