Michigan has become a leading state in online gambling, tying with New Jersey with $1.92 billion in bets. It's the fifth-largest in gambling revenue and taxes have greatly supported public education. Traditional casinos saw a slight drop in revenue.

The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to $563 million, ranking as the eighth largest, with no winners since December 8. The next draw is on February 27.

Metro-Detroit residents, including Emily Rutkowski of Misha's Angels, actively support Ukraine with supplies as the war enters its third year, amid discussions on U.S. aid and ongoing conflict developments.

FEMA has distributed $4.6 million to Michigan residents affected by August 2023 storms, including housing grants and funds for other disaster-related needs.

Marquette County has settled with Cleveland-Cliffs over $50 million in unpaid taxes, hoping to ensure tax stability until 2032 and end costly litigation.

Michigan State Rep. Cam Cavitt proposes funding to support the Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger program to help feed the needy and manage deer overpopulation.

The U.S. Department of Education will automatically discharge $1.2 billion in student loans for 153,000 borrowers under the SAVE Plan, requiring no action from the recipients.

Detroit celebrates Black History Month with its Annual Black Business Crawl, highlighting local Black-owned businesses and fostering community support.

A man from Oakland County won $1 million from a Michigan Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased at a Meijer store, opting for a $693,000 lump sum payment over annuity.

Volunteers removed 31,000 pounds of trash from Michigan's rivers in an EGLE-supported cleanup that involved over 1,600 people and used funds from specialty license plate sales.

A Kent County woman won a $1.1 million Lotto 47 jackpot, staying anonymous and opting for a $762,000 lump sum to give to charity and save for the future.

Sterling Heights hosts a unique 'Page Turners Social' event, inviting adults to read and discuss books in a relaxed library setting with mocktails and a cozy atmosphere.

Ford and the UAW reached a tentative agreement to avoid a strike at the Kentucky Truck Plant, addressing local contract issues and possibly securing favorable terms.