Macomb County confirmed its first measles case of 2026; the health department says there are no public exposure sites and is urging vaccination and monitoring for symptoms.

An 89-year-old Michigan conservation group warned it could shut down by May 1 unless it raises $100,000; leaders paused camp and magazine programs while they race the clock.

A federal complaint unsealed April 22 names three Metro Detroit women accused of falsifying pandemic unemployment claims that paid out more than $450,000. A preliminary hearing is set for May 13.

A Detroit man in his 60s says TikTok videos convinced him to buy a $5 scratch-off — and he won $500,000.

An aging Durango is outselling newer rivals thanks to V8 power, special editions and price moves. The muscle‑SUV is posting its best year in 20 years.

A systemwide facilities review finds Detroit Public Library branches need major repairs; reopening will likely take years and cost millions. City leaders now face funding choices.

Rochester Hills' draft 2027–2032 capital plan would spend about $198.3M and the city is weighing new rules for large data centers, from lot‑size minimums to water‑use limits.

An iSeeCars analysis found Ford recalled about 19.6 million vehicles in the past year — more than the rest of the auto industry combined, raising fresh questions about quality and oversight.

USDA and FAO data point to another uptick in grocery inflation; Detroiters could feel higher bills for staples and meat. Practical tips and local context follow.

Palu, a new Armenian bakery-cafe on Greenfield in Southfield, blends Armenian pastries, cheese-and-za'atar flatbreads and game-table seating for a neighborhood vibe.

Woodhaven Mayor Patricia Odette is under investigation after withdrawing a resignation and asking that both her office and the city administrator be examined.

Video shows a spectator at Jackson Speedway struck and set on fire by a drifting car; the clip has prompted fresh safety questions about grassroots drift shows.

IKEA will open a 4,500-square-foot pop-up at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills this summer, offering planning services and on-site pick-up for online orders.