Contractors say interior water damage at Detroit’s Lee Plaza was unusually severe, forcing near‑full rebuilds even as the first phase of the senior‑housing rehab nears completion.

Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm has endorsed Bridget Brink in Michigan’s hotly contested 7th District primary, giving Brink a high‑profile boost in a toss‑up seat.

New reporting shows Ben Blostein died by suicide after 48 days in an MX1 unit and a 26‑minute telepsychiatry visit. His family and experts say the jail's housing and short psychiatric checks raise serious questions.

Two Detroit dogs have died of suspected heatstroke, rescuers say, prompting outrage from local animal outreach groups while Detroit Animal Care urges residents to report animals in danger. Police are investigating.

Sheetz will open a new Orion Township store next Tuesday with a morning ribbon‑cutting, gift‑card giveaways and small donations to local nonprofits.

Dozens of prize chickens and two geese were taken from Full Circle Foundation’s Edible Garden over the Fourth of July weekend, halting hands-on programs for young adults with special needs.

A man in his 30s died after being found shot inside a crashed vehicle at Towne Square Apartments early Wednesday. Detroit police detained two people and are asking for tips.

Wayne State sent an emergency alert after online threats; police are searching for a man named in the message and security was increased across campus.

Patchy fog this morning clears to sunny skies and highs near 90°F. A front Thursday could bring thunderstorms and pockets of heavy rain.

A man who pointed a gun at officers during a domestic disturbance in Dearborn Heights surrendered after being wounded by police, authorities say.

Gail Webster’s daughters say a robe and nightgown that might have held DNA were destroyed, complicating efforts to solve the 1978 Troy killing. The family is still pushing for answers.

Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustangs in the U.S. — 67,842 for a wiper fault and 42,784 Mach‑E EVs for a pinion‑shaft risk. Dealers will repair affected cars free of charge; owners should check their VIN.

An Oakland County jury convicted a Detroit man in a 2024 dice-game shooting that killed two young men. Sentencing is set for Aug. 3, 2026.