House Majority PAC has reserved about $29M in Michigan TV and digital ads across Detroit, Lansing, Grand Rapids and Flint as part of a $272M national push.

An e‑bike exploded inside a Kingsford home on April 21, sparking a blaze that killed one person and several pets. Authorities say the Michigan State Police Fire Marshal is assisting the investigation.

More than 100 civic, business and philanthropic leaders met at Focus: HOPE to unpack Detroit Future City's new 'Tech Tomorrow' report and map equity-first tech growth. The report forecasts 20,000 jobs and $6.8B in wages if investments hold.

A Sebewaing man pleaded no contest to conducting a criminal enterprise tied to a multi‑county tractor‑theft investigation. Sentencing is scheduled for June 22.

A Grosse Pointe Park attorney was arrested and faces dozens of felony counts alleging possession and distribution of child sexually abusive material.

Eastbound I-96 near Middlebelt was closed Tuesday evening as Michigan State Police investigated a reported freeway shooting; details remain limited.

Detroit’s Right to Counsel has represented thousands of households since 2023, but ARPA and one-time grants are ending and state funding is still uncertain. City and nonprofit leaders are pressing lawmakers to fill the gap.

State health officials warn Lyme disease cases and tick reports have jumped statewide, with more than 2,000 infections last year and hundreds of submissions this spring. Officials urge simple, proven precautions before heading outdoors.

A new Old Town brunch spot from local baker Maria Austin opens this Wednesday, pairing classic plates with pastries from The Bread Gal. Reservations are available online.

An Owosso man was sentenced to seven years after prosecutors say he plotted mass killings targeting LGBTQ+ and other groups. Authorities credited a multi‑agency probe for stopping the attack.

Ferndale Pride returns May 30 with 220+ vendors, three stages and family programming along West Nine Mile. Organizers say proceeds support local LGBTQ groups.

Toast data show Michigan diners leave about 19.9% on card and digital payments, placing the state 14th nationally as the tipped minimum rose to $5.49.

Two 19-year-olds were arrested after swastikas and other bias-related graffiti were found on a Sterling Heights homeowner’s fence. Police recovered spray paint, knives and marijuana and referred the case to Macomb County prosecutors.