Detroit airport officials intercepted a passenger smuggling seeds of a 'rarely seen federal noxious weed'—Syrian mesquite—posing a significant agricultural threat.

Ann Arbor Police launch a Community Police Academy, accepting 15 participants for eight Thursday sessions starting February 12, 2026, to enhance police-community relations.

Wayne Wright is the new interim superintendent of Swartz Creek Community Schools, starting January 1, 2026, providing stability following Jim Kitchen's resignation.

Detroit opens an overnight shelter at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries to protect residents from extreme cold, alongside other city services offering warming centers and emergency assistance.

Thousands in Michigan faced power outages over the holiday weekend due to an ice storm, with utility crews working to restore power amid warnings of another storm.

Santa Claus visited the NICU at Henry Ford Hospital on Christmas Eve, bringing cheer to the families and their newborns, with the unit decorated to create a festive atmosphere.

Ziggy, a dog separated from his original family for four years, was reunited with them after they recognized him from a Facebook post by Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue.

Detroit Composer Laureate Patrick Prouty launches Concerts for Caring, a free concert series supporting the unhoused with donation drives during the shows.

A judge ruled the U.S. Department of Education unlawfully cut mental health program grants for schools, siding with AG Nessel and other states in a lawsuit.

The Michigan DNR announces January public meetings to discuss outdoor recreation and natural resource management, inviting residents to participate in policy decision discussions.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel alerts consumers about holiday shopping scams, emphasizing the risks of prepaying for items and the growth of gift card fraud, while launching a dedicated social media channel for scam updates.

Jim Daniels was named the 2025-26 Michigan Author Award winner for his extensive literary work, including poetry, fiction, screenplays, and editing anthologies.

Detroit celebrates the opening of Preserve on Ash's second phase, enhancing affordable housing in North Corktown, backed by a HUD grant and efforts to ensure inclusive growth amid local economic development.