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A Shelby Township woman was arraigned after officers found a malnourished dog left behind; she faces felony and misdemeanor animal-cruelty charges. Bond was set at $10,000.
Central Michigan University barred a student after 'concerning' messages appeared on official social channels. Police say there is no immediate threat and the Isabella County prosecutor will review the case.
Weather & Environment in ...
A late‑night tornado warning covered parts of Saginaw County as a tornadic storm tracked east; the NWS urged residents to move to interior shelter immediately.
A fast-moving line of storms swept Ingham County Wednesday night, producing gusts up to 60 mph and leaving scattered power outages across the Lansing area.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
Usher and Chris Brown will play two nights at Ford Field on July 2–3 as part of their Raymond & Brown stadium tour. Artist presales begin in late April; general sale starts April 27.
A Detroit man admitted to a pandemic-era unemployment and PPP fraud that prosecutors say took nearly $1.9M. Federal sentencing is set for July 30, 2026.
Food & Drinks in ...
A cozy all-day cafe in Hubbard Farms opened in late 2025, serving coffee, pastries and a $5 breakfast burrito in a converted 1894 house.
Warm, windy day in Detroit, but the main story is a risky Tuesday-night window for severe storms. Expect gusty winds, hail and localized heavy rain tonight.
Retail & Industry in ...
Husco has acquired Gaylord’s Mayfair Plastics but will keep the plant, name and about 130 jobs in town; new projects are expected to start immediately.
Slate Auto closed a $650 million Series C to fund production of a low-cost, modular pickup. The Troy startup says preorders open in June and deliveries are slated for late 2026.
Michigan’s statewide average cooled about 11 cents to $3.98 per gallon, while metro Detroit ticked up to $3.92 — a reminder that pump prices can flip quickly.
Cloudy and mild this morning with highs near 78°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely tonight through midweek, with gusty winds and small craft advisories.
Sports in ...
A late third‑period rally by New Jersey handed the Devils a 5-3 victory at Little Caesars Arena and ended Detroit’s season, extending the franchise’s playoff drought.
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