Detroit Hibachi Co. opened on West Eight Mile, offering 100% halal hibachi plates and handheld wraps with a signature Yum Yum sauce.

Federal prosecutors say Nathan Baker, 31, used online chats to try to arrange sexual abuse of an 8‑year‑old and shared graphic material, leading to a federal indictment.

A Detroit mother sued the Academy of Warren after a substitute allegedly watched pornography in a K–8 classroom; court papers say her 10-year-old now suffers anxiety and nightmares.

Amanda Ileana Hernandez is scheduled for a March 30 preliminary exam after prosecutors charged her in the DTE impostor case that left Hussein “Sam” Murray dead. Local reporting says texts and fake IDs are central to the allegations.

Ford is retiring the Escape and retooling its Louisville plant to build a new Universal EV Platform truck aimed at a roughly $30,000 starting price in 2027.

Clawson police say someone may be posing as a DTE Energy worker. Residents reported threatening calls and are being urged to verify IDs before letting anyone inside.

Warren approved $4 million in emergency funds to patch a leaking pipe at its aging wastewater plant after crews worked around the clock to stop flooding that threatened backups. Officials call the repair temporary and warn larger upgrades may be needed.

Morning light rain is possible and highs will reach the low 60s today. A strong cold front Sunday will drop temperatures sharply and bring a good chance of showers.

Commerce Township’s Kickstand Brewing celebrates 10 years and is opening a second taproom in New Hudson, taking over the former Draught Horse building.

Investigation Discovery’s Feds revisits the Tara Lee adoption fraud first exposed by WXYZ’s 7 Investigators; victims say national attention could spur legal changes as she moves to community confinement.

Genesee County’s GHOST is using fake online ads and controlled meetups to arrest men who buy sex, aiming to choke off demand that fuels trafficking. The tactic is part prevention, part enforcement — and it’s raising questions about resources and legal risk.

Gray, near-freezing start with a slight chance of light snow or freezing drizzle. Highs near 49°F today; a warmer, wetter trend arrives Friday into the weekend.

Henry Ford College advanced five finalists for its presidential search and will hold public campus interviews the weeks of March 23 and March 30. Trustees will review community feedback before making a final pick.