Dina Russell from Flushing, Michigan, won the Lucky for Life lottery, securing $25,000 a year for life, but chose a lump sum payment of $390,000 instead.

Sterling Heights library hosts a "Human Library" event allowing people to listen to the stories of volunteers from diverse backgrounds to foster understanding and compassion within the community.

Detroit prepares for the funeral of John Sinclair, an influential poet and marijuana advocate, with a service at the Museum of Contemporary Art and a reception at Trinosophes.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan will release her memoir "True Gretch" in July, detailing her political journey and experiences, including encounters with Donald Trump and a kidnapping plot.

Bishop Thomas Gumbleton of Detroit, a dedicated advocate for peace and social justice, died at age 94, leaving a notable legacy of activism and ecclesiastic service.

Michigan's DNR has launched a public survey to gather opinions on managing the state's deer population, which is linked to a rise in deer-vehicle collisions.

A Saginaw County, Michigan woman won a $227,000 lottery jackpot after finding the winning notification in her junk email. She plans to use the money for home projects and investments.

Michigan introduces new fishing regulations for 2024, including catch limit changes for trout and splake, new licensing rules for guides, and updated season dates.

Mayor Abdullah Hammoud of Dearborn, Michigan acknowledged increased coyote sightings and addressed community concerns over safety and pet attacks, prompting city discussions on intervention measures.

Ann Arbor ranks ninth in Niche's "Best Cities to Live in America" for 2024, praised for its college town vibe and year-round events, but critiqued for high living costs and tricky navigation.

John Sinclair, a poet, activist, and major figure in Michigan's counterculture, has died at 82. He advocated for marijuana legalization and was a significant cultural influence in Detroit.

The Detroit Archdiocese issued new gender identity policies causing concern among trans advocates, with trans youth facing restrictions in sports and restroom use, according to CBS Detroit.

Two Michigan conservation groups are suing the state's Natural Resources Commission over a shortened coyote hunting season, alleging a lack of scientific basis for the decision.