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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Center Line man pleaded no contest in the 2025 killing of Jajuan Marls outside a Sterling Heights hotel. His plea agreement calls for at least 22 years in prison.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Pontiac’s MLK bridge rebuild has reached the deck and roadway phase, with a December 2026 reopening target after years of closure.
Community & Society in ...
Rocket Community Fund is giving DigitalC $4.5M to scale affordable internet and scholarships for Detroit public‑housing residents. The money follows a pilot that connected 450 households.
A crash near Kercheval and Fisher led to arrests after an alleged armed robbery in Grosse Pointe Farms. SkyFOX footage shows a heavy police response at the scene.
A Livonia man has been arraigned on four felony counts after an 11‑year‑old disclosed repeated abuse; bond was set at $850,000 and the next court date is Aug. 7.
A Troy woman withdrew cash after a caller impersonated her bank’s fraud unit and handed the bills to a courier at her home. Police and consumer agencies warn the tactic is rising.
A 19-year-old from Birmingham was booked in Allen County after troopers say he reached about 120 mph on I-75; spike strips stopped his SUV. Authorities say he’s facing fleeing-and-eluding charges.
Arts & Culture in ...
Marvin "Marvelous Marv" Taylor, a longtime WGPR DJ and TV host, has died. The Detroit broadcaster was known for championing local R&B and early hip‑hop acts.
A person was critically injured after being struck on westbound I-696 near Mound Road Friday night; Michigan State Police are investigating.
Eight people, including six children, were found dead after a house fire in Grand Haven Township. Investigators say the deaths are being treated as suspicious as state arson investigators join the probe.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny, mild Saturday in Detroit with highs near 85°F. Heat and humid conditions return Sunday–Monday with a chance of strong storms.
Family, fellow firefighters and residents escorted Sgt. Adam Amrozi's procession Friday as Lincoln Park and the state paid tribute.
An 11-year-old River Forest camper was killed when a tree fell on him at Owasippe Scout Reservation in Muskegon County. Deputies say the death is under investigation.
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