A Detroit man admitted to running a years‑long 'straw student' scheme that prosecutors say produced $16M in awards and drained millions from federal aid programs.

A boil water advisory was issued Wednesday for parts of northwest Rochester Hills and southwest Oakland Township after a pressure drop; residents should boil or use bottled water until testing clears the supply.

A 14-year-old boy and a woman in her 30s were fatally shot near Southwest Elementary in Grand Rapids; police say a suspect is in custody and classes were canceled.

Detroit's Ford Fireworks returns June 22 with the 'Detroit! Go for Launch!' theme and 10,000+ pyrotechnic effects. Rooftop fundraiser tickets are on sale now.

Plante Moran’s deal with Mexico’s JA Del Río marks its largest overseas expansion, adding multi‑office coverage across Mexico and other Latin American markets.

Mayor Mo Baydoun ordered a Range Rover impounded after a 17-year-old drove across a lawn; the teen was ticketed and given a court date.

Security footage shows a man dousing carpet and starting a small fire inside Huntington Place last Tuesday; investigators say no one was hurt and a reward is being offered.

Chai Khana, an Iraqi-owned tea shop in Midtown, opened this winter in a sunlit, window-lined storefront. Reviewers have singled out its karak chai, murals and laptop-friendly vibe.

Foster the People stop at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights on Oct. 2, 2026. Citi and artist presales start May 5; general tickets go on sale May 8.

A 69-year-old woman was struck and killed Sunday night at Schoolcraft and Telegraph in Redford Township. Police are asking witnesses and anyone with video to contact investigators.

A motorcyclist died Sunday after a collision with a truck on M‑43 near Paw Paw; deputies closed the highway for hours while they investigated.

A $12.5M state grant built a new Alcona County center in tiny Lincoln — now board resignations, an ousted director and rising costs have put the project under scrutiny.

Sunny and windy Monday with highs near 76°F and gusts to about 30–35 mph. Storms possible Monday night; much cooler Tuesday.