A 7-year-old was critically injured Tuesday after being struck at Center Avenue and North Monroe in Bay City. Authorities say two vehicles were involved and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Clerks across Michigan have begun public logic‑and‑accuracy tests of voting machines ahead of the Aug. 4 primary. Tests are open to observers and run before early voting starts.

Brix Wine will temporarily close its Franklin Street spot on Aug. 1 as owner Mikiah Westbrooks prepares to relocate; the bar aims to reopen this fall.

A Detroit News–WDIV/Glengariff poll puts Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson at 72% and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson at 12% in the Democratic primary. The numbers show Benson widening an already‑large lead as Michigan heads toward the Aug. 4 primary.

Taystee's Burgers will open its 10th location in Monroe this Friday, expanding the gas‑station burger chain across southeast Michigan.

A Troy shopper says a $50 donation at Walmart turned into a $1,000 tap-to-pay charge. Consumer groups warn about "ghost tapping" and share steps to protect your accounts.

City files show a proposed nine‑story, 60‑unit building at 1728 Michigan Ave is lined up for millions in brownfield and abatement incentives, with 20% of units set as affordable.

A social‑media post that appeared to threaten members of the Holly Village Council left officials wary about attending a Tuesday meeting and raised safety concerns. Local leaders are monitoring the situation while authorities review the post.

State reps filed House Bills 6151 and 6152 to let police ticket modified mufflers and raise penalties along Woodward Avenue. Neighbors and police say enforcement tools are overdue.

A Macomb Township family says lit fireworks were thrown at their home around 2 a.m. while children slept; Macomb County deputies are investigating. Surveillance video captured the blasts.

Proposal S would transfer collection of Detroit's 18‑mill operating tax to DPSCD and is projected to raise about $112M for school operations in 2026‑27. Here’s what to know.

A judge ordered a psychiatric evaluation for a Farmington Hills man accused of killing his 78‑year‑old grandmother. A Sept. 18 hearing will review the report.

Two men were arrested after a fire at DACUT's Monroe dispensary early Sunday. Investigators say an accelerant was used and charges are pending.