Students from Wayne-Westland Community Schools presented a slideshow on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy during a Black History Month event at a State Board of Education meeting.

Four individuals will stand trial in Michigan for a fatal hyperbaric chamber explosion that killed 5-year-old Thomas Cooper. They face charges including Second-Degree Murder and Involuntary Manslaughter.

A federal court dismissed a DOJ lawsuit seeking extensive access to Michigan voters' personal data, affirming voter privacy and denying the federal overreach.

An 11-year-old boy named Jacob Robinson died after being hit by a vehicle in Taylor, Michigan, near Eureka and Inkster Roads. The driver cooperated with police; no impairment was reported.

A nanny, Michael Alan Bank, is accused of sexually abusing a minor and West Bloomfield Township police are seeking additional information on potential victims.

Detroit weather forecasts predict a week of varying cloudiness and sunshine with temperatures ranging around freezing. Winds will be brisk with possible gusts.

The Detroit Tigers have signed Justin Verlander to a one-year $13 million contract, with the veteran pitcher rejoining the team to bolster their starting rotation.

Daniss Jenkins of the Detroit Pistons has transitioned from a two-way contract to a full two-year NBA deal, rewarding his strong performance. Simultaneously, Dario Saric was waived by the team. Jenkins' new contract details are undisclosed.

Macomb County man Joel Masching faces a felony charge for fleeing police in Warren, set for court dates in February 2026.

Referee Shawn Smith, praised for his officiating at Super Bowl LX, led a game that ended in a Seahawks 29-13 victory over the Patriots. His composure was noted, capping his 11th NFL season.

A man was trapped in his car when a Dearborn parking garage floor collapsed on Friday night, but he survived and was rescued within two hours. The incident is under investigation, with concerns over the structure's integrity.

Michigan State Police arrested a man after a high-speed chase in Wayne County involving a helicopter, with drugs and brass knuckles found in the vehicle.

Inkster police detained a suspect after a shooting that led to no injuries, seizing seven firearms and ammunition. The rapid response may have averted a worse outcome.