Jim Ananich was appointed as the new Chair of the Michigan Gaming Control Board, succeeding Linda Forte, bringing legislative experience and a background in education to the role.

A vigil was held for London Thomas, 17, after her body was found in an SUV. Two suspects are in custody, but no charges have been announced. Her family seeks answers and remembers London for her compassion.

A Pontiac man was charged for shooting his ex-girlfriend; he faces multiple charges including assault with intent to murder. He turned himself in and could face life in prison.

Man convicted for a 1997 Michigan cold case homicide, with advancements in forensic technology and multi-agency efforts leading to the resolution of the decades-old crime.

The White Stripes have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, joining other acts in the 2025 class. The ceremony will be on November 8 in LA.

A suspected intoxicated driver hit the All Star Transmission building in Calhoun County and fled; a passenger was unharmed and the suspect remains at large.

After 33 years, Red Hawk Bar & Grill in Ann Arbor announces its closure due to financial strain from the pandemic and rising food costs, with a final service on May 3rd, 2025.

Michigan State Police recovered the body of missing teenager London Thomas and detained two suspects, with her 23-year-old boyfriend as a person of interest.

Russ Kavalhuna is appointed as the 10th president of Western Michigan University, starting July 1, 2025, following growth-focused leadership at Henry Ford College.

A fire in Kalamazoo Township resulted in one fatality and several rescues. Officials are investigating the cause with no sign of intentional ignition.

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport introduced Jerry the Jet, a mascot aimed at enhancing visitor experiences and promoting aviation in West Michigan.

The Glass Academy in Dearborn will open The Michigan Room, a bar where patrons can watch glassblowing, on May 9, 2025, also featuring locally themed drinks and upcycled decor.

A man was arrested after a road rage incident escalated into gunfire in a Canton Walmart parking lot; no injuries reported, with an ongoing investigation.