The MI Diaries project at MSU provides a platform for storytelling and healing after a mass shooting and during the pandemic. The initiative collects audio entries, funded by grants, and hopes to continue for a long time.

A man died in a house fire in Southfield, with firefighters unable to save him despite a rapid response. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The Troy Place Apartments in Michigan were deemed uninhabitable due to severe maintenance issues, but a forced evacuation was avoided after the owners agreed to make urgent repairs.

Northville Downs, Michigan's last night-time harness racing track, is closing on February 3 with plans to relocate to a new site in Plymouth Township.

Wayne County officials plan to place 100 Narcan vending machines as a significant measure to combat opioid overdoses by providing the public with free naloxone kits.

A judge dismissed a manslaughter charge against ex-Detroit police officer Juwan Brown for the death of Daryl Vance; prosecutors plan to appeal the ruling.

The Detroit Beer Exchange has closed after failing to achieve the success of its Kalamazoo counterpart, ending its stock market-style beer pricing downtown.

The Detroit Grand Prix seeks 800 volunteers for various roles at its summer race event, offering perks like meals, parking, and parties for a $20 membership fee.

Sterling Heights Public Library introduces a "Library of Things," allowing patrons to check out diverse items like Wi-Fi hotspots, bicycles, and telescopes for free.

A man is in critical condition after a suspected drug-related head-on crash on I-94 near Kalamazoo, with the other driver sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Traffic was disrupted but has since reopened. Investigation ongoing.

Three suspects robbed $11,000 in jewelry from Helzberg Diamonds in Michigan; police are investigating the smash-and-grab involving sledgehammers and a getaway SUV.

Detroit honored MLK Jr. with a rally at St. Matthew’s & St. Joseph's Church, due to cold weather canceling the march. Activists emphasized labor rights and global peace.