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Nearly 75 hydrants were stripped on Detroit's west side in about 48 hours, officials say, and crews are racing to replace parts as police investigate.
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S&P Global Mobility’s 2025 import tallies show BMW shipped far fewer cars to the U.S. than each of the Detroit Three, a sign of shifting production and tariff-driven reshuffling.
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The Michigan Senate approved amendments to Wyatt’s Law that add manslaughter and criminal sexual conduct to the state’s child‑abuse registry; the bill now heads to the House.
An officer was struck by a vehicle door during a suspect’s escape near Bonita and Hayes; the officer was treated and the suspect remains at large. Police continue to investigate.
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A $166M city bond vote puts a $174M Orsa Music Hall expansion back on track, bringing a new concert hall and studios to Madison Avenue.
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Michigan's 30‑day no‑fault and 90‑day registration rules are catching parents of out‑of‑state students off guard, driving up costs and fines.
Dana Nessel sued two brothers accused of forming 17 "clone" LLCs to harass Ferndale small businesses; the state wants the companies dissolved and fines imposed.
A Warren mother says state agencies are probing after her 5‑year‑old was allegedly strapped to a chair at a local daycare. The center's owner did not comment.
Dearborn's Arab American Civil Rights League announced a federal class action, saying U.S. policy and weapons transfers helped destroy homes in Lebanon and left thousands here affected.
Amanda Escalante‑Lopez entered a no contest plea after prosecutors say she took down payments for homes she didn't own. Sentencing is scheduled for June 11.
Michigan leaders rebuffed a DOJ demand for Wayne County’s 2024 ballots, calling the request based on debunked claims and vowing to defend voter privacy. The standoff could head back to federal court.
The Guardian published screenshots tying obscene Slack messages to University of Michigan regent Jordan Acker just before a key Democratic convention; Acker’s lawyer calls the posts fabricated.
An 88-year-old St. Louis man was killed and three others were seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash at North State and Jackson roads in Pine River Township.
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